There were a lot of factors to consider when undertaking a major upgrade of the Naval Academy Golf Club.
Up-and-coming designer Andrew Green, working closely with course superintendent Eric David and head professional Pat Owen, was charged with achieving the following goals:
- Perform a complete face-lift of an 18-hole course that had not undergone any significant improvements since 1954.
- Lengthen the course to make it more challenging for collegiate golfers, whose length off the tee had rendered numerous holes too easy.
- Maintain the overall yardage from other tee boxes so it remained fair for club members, particularly ladies and seniors.