Founders Club at St. James
About Founders Club at St. James
Founders Club at St. James is a 18-hole golf course located in Southport, North Carolina (28461). The course was designed by P. B. Dye and established in 1991. From the I Tees tees, the course plays to 6,859 yards with a par of 72. The I Tees tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 74.1.
Walking is permitted.
Founders Club at St. James offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in North Carolina for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 3,881 to 6,859 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
72
Length
6,859
Slope
137
Rating
74.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
134
NC Average
113
US Average
Based on 349 rated courses in North Carolina
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
I Tees | 137 | 74.1 | 389 | 444 | 176 | 515 | 230 | 255 | 434 | 567 | 443 | 3453 | 356 | 500 | 402 | 186 | 577 | 460 | 145 | 435 | 345 | 3406 | 6,859 |
II Tees | 128 | 71.1 | 346 | 404 | 157 | 464 | 176 | 252 | 397 | 519 | 434 | 3149 | 320 | 476 | 354 | 166 | 529 | 421 | 142 | 374 | 339 | 3121 | 6,270 |
II/III Hybrid | 126 | 70.4 | 346 | 380 | 140 | 464 | 176 | 252 | 358 | 519 | 404 | 3039 | 320 | 439 | 354 | 149 | 529 | 379 | 142 | 374 | 339 | 3025 | 6,064 |
III Tees | 134 | 74.4 | 303 | 380 | 140 | 436 | 143 | 226 | 358 | 491 | 404 | 2881 | 305 | 439 | 338 | 149 | 487 | 379 | 135 | 330 | 333 | 2895 | 5,776 |
III Tees | 124 | 68.9 | 303 | 380 | 140 | 436 | 143 | 226 | 358 | 491 | 404 | 2881 | 305 | 439 | 338 | 149 | 487 | 379 | 135 | 330 | 333 | 2895 | 5,776 |
III/IV Hybrid | 119 | 66.8 | 303 | 364 | 140 | 436 | 143 | 226 | 329 | 434 | 372 | 2747 | 305 | 395 | 338 | 149 | 444 | 342 | 135 | 291 | 286 | 2685 | 5,432 |
IV Tees | 125 | 70.1 | 277 | 364 | 120 | 375 | 111 | 185 | 329 | 434 | 372 | 2567 | 263 | 395 | 280 | 129 | 444 | 342 | 102 | 291 | 286 | 2532 | 5,099 |
IV Tees | 116 | 65.2 | 277 | 364 | 120 | 375 | 111 | 185 | 329 | 434 | 372 | 2567 | 263 | 395 | 280 | 129 | 444 | 342 | 102 | 291 | 286 | 2532 | 5,099 |
V Tees | 121 | 68.3 | 270 | 316 | 116 | 367 | 107 | 179 | 298 | 428 | 334 | 2415 | 249 | 346 | 274 | 96 | 391 | 337 | 96 | 272 | 281 | 2342 | 4,757 |
V Tees | 113 | 63.7 | 270 | 316 | 116 | 367 | 107 | 179 | 298 | 428 | 334 | 2415 | 249 | 346 | 274 | 96 | 391 | 337 | 96 | 272 | 281 | 2342 | 4,757 |
V/VI Hybrid | 115 | 65.6 | 270 | 257 | 116 | 367 | 107 | 179 | 233 | 322 | 264 | 2115 | 249 | 346 | 274 | 96 | 391 | 212 | 96 | 272 | 281 | 2217 | 4,332 |
V/VI Hybrid | 111 | 62.3 | 270 | 257 | 116 | 367 | 107 | 179 | 233 | 322 | 264 | 2115 | 249 | 346 | 274 | 96 | 391 | 212 | 96 | 272 | 281 | 2217 | 4,332 |
VI Tees | 106 | 63.0 | 221 | 257 | 111 | 291 | 103 | 172 | 233 | 322 | 264 | 1974 | 219 | 297 | 211 | 93 | 329 | 212 | 89 | 233 | 224 | 1907 | 3,881 |
VI Tees | 106 | 60.9 | 221 | 257 | 111 | 291 | 103 | 172 | 233 | 322 | 264 | 1974 | 219 | 297 | 211 | 93 | 329 | 212 | 89 | 233 | 224 | 1907 | 3,881 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Founders Club at St. James offers 14 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
I Tees | 6,859 | 137 | 74.1 | 0-5 |
II Tees | 6,270 | 128 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
II/III Hybrid | 6,064 | 126 | 70.4 | 12-22 |
III Tees | 5,776 | 134 | 74.4 | 12-22 |
III Tees | 5,776 | 124 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
III/IV Hybrid | 5,432 | 119 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
IV Tees | 5,099 | 125 | 70.1 | 20-30 |
IV Tees | 5,099 | 116 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
V Tees | 4,757 | 121 | 68.3 | 25+ |
V Tees | 4,757 | 113 | 63.7 | 25+ |
V/VI Hybrid | 4,332 | 115 | 65.6 | 25+ |
V/VI Hybrid | 4,332 | 111 | 62.3 | 25+ |
VI Tees | 3,881 | 106 | 63.0 | 25+ |
VI Tees | 3,881 | 106 | 60.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Founders Club at St. James
Founders Club at St. James features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Founders Club at St. James. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Founders Club at St. James a public or private golf course?expand_more
Founders Club at St. James is a semi private golf course located in Southport, NC.
How many holes does Founders Club at St. James have?expand_more
Founders Club at St. James is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1991. The course was designed by P. B. Dye.
What is the yardage at Founders Club at St. James?expand_more
From the I Tees tees, Founders Club at St. James plays to 6,859 yards (par 72). The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 3,881 to 6,859 yards.
What is the slope rating at Founders Club at St. James?expand_more
The I Tees tees at Founders Club at St. James have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 74.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Founders Club at St. James?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Founders Club at St. James. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Founders Club at St. James?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Founders Club at St. James. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Founders Club at St. James offer?expand_more
Founders Club at St. James offers a pro shop.
Where is Founders Club at St. James located?expand_more
Founders Club at St. James is located at 3021 Beaver Creek Dr in Southport, NC 28461. You can reach them at 910-253-3008.
What is the difficulty level at Founders Club at St. James?expand_more
Founders Club at St. James is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 58% of golf courses in North Carolina. The average slope rating in North Carolina is 134. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Founders Club at St. James?expand_more
Founders Club at St. James offers 14 tee sets. I Tees tees (6,859 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. VI Tees tees (3,881 yards, slope 106) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Founders Club at St. James?expand_more
Beginners at Founders Club at St. James should play the VI Tees tees, which play 3,881 yards with a slope of 106. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Founders Club at St. James?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the IV Tees tees (slope 116, rating 65.2) at Founders Club at St. James would have a course handicap of 9 and an expected score of approximately 81. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Founders Club at St. James?expand_more
A typical round at Founders Club at St. James takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.