Friendswood Golf Course

Who We Are

Jim Rees Sr. Built Willowbrook Golf Course in 1931 after visiting Riverside G.C. on a Sunday. Had he visited on a Monday our lives would be drastically different.

After World War II James Rees Jr. became Superintendent and partners with his two brothers-in-law (Joe Taylor, of Sycamore Springs and Chet Bockoski) In 1962 Jim bought the Kellum Farm and started building and designing the 9 holes of Friendswood G.C.

Willowbrook closed in 1966 and Jim moved his family to Camby. All four of his children and wife (the late Peggy Graves) worked on the Golf Course in various capacities.

The last 18 years Jim's middle daughter Sara Jean Rees has been General Manager while he eases into retirement. Sara is a member of the Midwest Regional Turf Foundation and a Certified Chemical Applicator.

Now, in 2006, Sara's son David Christie is the fourth generation to follow in the long tradition of golf in the family. Dave has been a big part of Friendswood's success as he worked his way through business school as Golf Course Manager and Superintendent.

Friendswood is family owned and operated. Bring your family out to see us, we're always open.

What We Do

The historic club house was originally built in 1909 and acted as the local school this part of Hendricks County. A registry of names is available for viewing inside, and a commemorative plaque has been posted to remember the former students.

Classes were taught in the rooms that now make up the Pro Shop and the full service snack bar, where the children of the past are now replaced with golfers of all ages, Seniors, Juniors, men and women.

Friendswood Golf Course is proud that we are doing are part to preserve the natural habitat of the region. This year we are continuing the creek project to prevent erosion and flooding.

If you look carefully, you can usually spot a wide variety of birds, trees, varmints, and mushrooms. Please don't disturb the wildlife and deposit all trash in the available containers.