Assignment 2

Introduction:

The Stone Creek Golf Club located in Urbana is a very important leisure spot in the area. Stone Creek is one of the highest rated golf courses in Central Illinois. Whether you are experiencing Stone Creek for the first time, or for the twentieth time, you will not cease to be amazed by the glorious fairways and beautiful creeks play a part in keeping this course a true getaway. Because golf is a sport played by many ages, employment options seem to be endless in some aspects of the field. Therefore, this golf course is a great place to attain leisure and employment. Always an escape from reality.



Background:

Stone Creek was created by Tim & Dick Nugent. They wanted to make Stone Creek a place to escape reality. They wanted a true golfer to have they experience they wanted. Therefore they created the gently rolling sloped fairways along with the beautifully stone lined creeks and ponds. Stone Creek is the type of golf course where anyone can come out and be who they are, they don’t have to pretend to be someone they’re not, they can escape all of the everyday stress. Whatever you imagine your dream golf course containing, your imagination will become a reality when you arrive at Stone Creek Golf Club.



Employment:

In regards to employment opportunities at Stone Creek, there are not many higher level management positions. Although, looking for a job in the leisure department, that is what you may be seeking, there are other job opportunities available. There are many job openings in maintenance, bar tending, waitressing, managing the pro shop, waitressing, and even cart crew. Many of these jobs may not seem as luxurious as the management positions, but the best way to prove yourself is to start in the lower positions, show your hard work and leadership abilities, and then be promoted to the high level positions. One thing that may help someone to attain a job at Stone Creek, is to have some golf in their background. It is not required, but is definitely beneficial.



Trends:

Golfing has been a trend for many many years. I do not see the number in the golf community decreasing any time in the near future. Golf is a life long sport. One may start playing as a young child and decide that it helps them to relieve stress, which can be beneficial when that same person becomes an adult and needs an escape from reality. If anything, the golf community will continue to grow due to the fact that more teenagers have begun picking up the sport as a form of hanging out with friends and family. The golfing community will continue to increase, therefore always having a need for golf courses and the leisure that it provides.



Definition:

The definition of leisure in terms of a golf course is simply a place to get away from all the busy schedules and stress of every day work. Many people find it relaxing to come to a quiet and serene place to just let all of their thoughts escape their mind and take it easy. Many find it more enjoyable and relaxing to play with a group of friends and create a little competition. The main thing is that it provides an escape from the every day stress that everyone is subjected to. Whether you come out to relieve stress, or hang out with your friends and play a round, your imagination becomes a reality once you enter the Stone Creek Golf Club.



Synopsis:

Thinking back to all the rounds of golf I have played over the years at Stone Creek Golf Club, there has never been an outing that I did not enjoy. I always found myself more relaxed than I thought I could ever be on a golf course. I had the chance to experience playing competitively for my high school team, and also just playing a round with my dad. I was equally relaxed playing for my team as I was playing with my dad for fun. I have talked with many other people who have also enjoyed their rounds of golf at Stone Creek. Each person had said they have never had a bad experience. They all agreed that they have always felt at home, relaxed, and stress free. Many people believe that in order to enjoy golf they need to be good. One of the main ways to have fun and relax is to play with friends that don’t play often...they provide the entertainment for the leisure activity. I believe that at one time or another, everyone should try the stress relieving game of golf at Stone Creek Golf Club.


Sidney Overman overman2@illinois.edu