Introducing Legacy Memberships at CCofL
Legacy Membership Announcement
Introducing Our Legacy Membership Program
A lasting impact. A lifetime of privileges.
We are proud to introduce the Legacy Membership—a rare opportunity to become a permanent part of our club’s history while supporting the upcoming course renovation. This exclusive membership is designed to honor our most loyal members and, yes, former members who want to once again experience the benefits with unparalleled lifetime benefits.
Limited to just 40 Members, the Legacy Membership is offered across four tiers:
Senior Legacy – $25,000 | Age 72+ | No dues for life (10 available)
Premier Legacy – $50,000 | Age 65+ | No dues for life (10 available)
Elite Legacy – $75,000 | Age 55+ | No dues for life (10 available)
Foundation Legacy – $100,000 | Age 54 & Under | No dues for life (10 available)
Legacy Member Benefits
No annual dues for life
Exempt from the $5,000 renovation assessment
Priority access to major tournaments (Member-Member, Member-Guest, Four Ball)
Waived initiation fee for one direct family member
Lifetime Member Brick on the new entry walkway
Legacy Concepts Under Consideration
We’re actively exploring additional ways to celebrate and honor Legacy Members, including:
Custom locker plaque recognizing your contribution (Elite & Foundation Tiers)
Exclusive Legacy Member logo apparel and merchandise
Invitation to a bi-annual Legacy-Only golf event, featuring a guest speaker
Opportunity to sponsor a bench or chair in your name
“Legacy Mentor” title + $150 annual pro shop credit (limited to 10)
$250 annual social event credit (Foundation Tier only)
If you are interested in one of these limited Legacy Memberships, please reach out to Abby, abbymurphy@ccoflexington.com, to be added to the invitation list for our informational meeting this May.
For those who prefer to remain anonymous, please contact our GM Kevin Boyko directly.
Wonderful Place, CC of Lex, The Club of the Year.
The Fun Begins right Here!
The Country Club of Lexington (CCL) offers an exceptional experience for golfers and families alike. Located just outside downtown Lexington, South Carolina, it has earned recognition as "Club of the Year" by the South Carolina Golf Association. Known for hosting prestigious SCGA and USGA events, it is consistently ranked as one of the top courses in the Midlands.
CCL’s facilities include:
18-hole championship golf course with pristine conditions
Full-service driving range and short game practice facility with two putting greens
Olympic-size swimming pool
Seven tennis courts
Daily dining options at the grill and full banquet facilities for special events
Why Join?
Exclusive Access to a Premium Course: Enjoy a top-tier, well-maintained course with fewer crowds and quicker playtimes.
Community and Networking: Connect with fellow golf enthusiasts in a welcoming environment ideal for building friendships and professional connections.
Comprehensive Amenities: Beyond golf, enjoy swimming, tennis, dining, and family-friendly activities, along with regular events that bring members together.
Limited membership opportunities are now available! To explore the right membership for you, contact the CCL team at 803-359-8838.
Meet the talented golf professionals at the Country Club of Lexington:
Gracyn Burgess
Originally from Lexington, SC, Gracyn brings both skill and a personal touch to her role at CCL. She played college golf at Clemson University, where she majored in Sports Communication and earned her Master’s in Athletic Leadership. Now back in Lexington, Gracyn is passionate about serving the CCL community through teaching and engagement. For Gracyn, Christmas means celebrating the Lord Jesus and spending time with loved ones.
Peyton Stephenson, 26
Born in York, SC, Peyton moved to Lexington in 2021 and joined the CCL team the same year. His role involves teaching lessons, managing tournaments, and supporting the pro shop’s operations. For Peyton, Christmas is about celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ and cherishing time with family and close friends.
Austin Webber, 23
A Lexington native, Austin has been a part of the CCL team since 2020. He’s excited to pursue the Professional Golf Management (PGM) program next year and continue growing his career in golf. For Austin, Christmas is a season of joy, giving, and appreciation—best enjoyed with family, friends, and lots of Hallmark movies.
Greg Payne, 30
Originally from England, Greg represented his country in golf from ages 15 to 18 and turned professional at 19. He competed on the Euro Pro Tour and Challenge Tour before moving to the U.S. in 2019. Greg has been CCL’s Teaching Professional since 2021, working with clients of all skill levels. His star student, Sam Jackson, is a three-time South Carolina Player of the Year and the current CGA Player of the Year. To Greg, Christmas is a time for family and good food—enjoying the season with those closest to him.
These professionals are not only skilled golfers but also bring a deep sense of community and passion to the Country Club of Lexington.
New Sheriff (Head Pro) in Town
New Pro in Town!
We are so excited to have you at the Country Club of Lexington! Tell us a little about yourself!
Happy to be here and thrilled for the opportunity! I went to Coastal Carolina University and majored in marketing with a specialization in Professional Golf Management. While there, I met my fiance Giovanna. We look forward to our wedding in October of 2025. Giovanna is currently a doctoral student and will graduate with her PhD in Spring 2025. We live in Lexington along with our dog, Kona.
What experience do you bring to the Country Club of Lexington?
Over the years, I have worked at different golf clubs around the United States. Most recently, I worked at The Kiawah Island Golf Resort as the Assistant Golf Professional. In addition to running several golf tournaments, I also worked closely with other golf professionals to offer high-quality customer service to members and guests of the resort. I look forward to bringing that same level of customer service to CCL! This includes personalized golf lessons, training new assistant golf professionals, conducting monthly meetings to ensure the best guest experience, and developing/implementing engagement opportunities such as tournaments, clinics, summer camps, ladies' wine nights, and more.
Are golf lessons for everybody?
Yes, they can be! We offer golf lessons for all levels of play. There is no one too young or too old. Whether you are a beginner or someone who wants to sharpen their skills, we're here to help!
Finally, what is your favorite hole on the course?
Hole #10. This is because it is a great hole for all levels of golfers. It requires two precision shots, with the second shot over water, hitting an elevated green.
Want to be part of this Fantastic Club, with Golf, Tennis, Pool, and Social Events? Email Mary Roof, at mary.k.roof@ccoflexingtonsc.com
SCJGA comes to CC of Lexington
SCJGA comes to CC of L.
The South Carolina Golf Association started their Junior Championship in 1959 with Thad Vincent taking the first two titles. We are excited to announce that The Country Club of Lexington will host the major championship again on June 13-15, 2023.
Country Club of Lexington (CCL) has a long history with this event as they started hosting it in 1972 and for 27 years in a row, CCL was the home of this championship. Like the State Amateur and other championships conducted by the SCGA, the event moved to other sites across the state to provide a different venue for the players. CCL is on the rotation to have it back every 5 years and this year will be the 32nd time hosting.
CCL shares the hosting duties with such clubs as Oldfield, Greenville Country Club, Dataw Island, Bulls Bay, Woodside Plantation, Forest Lake, Florence Country Club, Dunes Golf and Beach Club, Columbia Country Club, Orangeburg Country Club and others have joined to host the juniors.
Charlie Rountree II and host professional; Norman Flynn, were the spearheads that really elevated the championship during the competitions at Lexington.
Mr. Rountree was a founding member of CCL and is referred to by many as the father of junior golf in the state. His passions earned him a spot in the SCGA Hall of Fame as well as Flynn for their dedication to the youth of the day. He was a President of the SCGA as well as his son; the third, CR III, as he is affectionately known. Charlie followed in his father's footsteps with a deep passion for building junior golf programs and also earned his way into the prestigious hall with his efforts.
A great team of volunteers has to have a leader and that was none other than Happ Lathrop. Lathrop retired after 40 years as Executive Director of the SCGA and under his leadership, junior golf programs exploded from just private club members to over 2,000 kids on the course in competitive arenas.
Rountree, Flynn, and Lathrop used the Junior Championship to act as a catalyst for other junior golf specific programs across the state. The first is the SCGA Team Matches. The top 8 finishers of the SCGA Junior and GSGA Junior meet in head-to-head matches that started in 1976. These are now the longest-running matches in the country, with our squad a little ahead of Georgia in regards to overall record. Pete Cox (GSGA) and Charlie Rountree II (SCGA) were the captains getting these matches to the national stage they are now, along with Happ Lathrop.
One little side story that must be told: Happ had the whole team in a borrowed RV headed to the matches and he did not quite remember the clearance values of said vehicle. The air conditioner on top of the RV was quickly removed at speed with Happ driving and some teenagers getting an increase in heartbeat.
The Rountree family donated the Rountree Cox trophy that is now hosted at the club and highlights all of the players that have participated in the past. The SC team is engraved with SC-shaped pieces of copper that actually came from the SC Statehouse during renovation! Players on the team have included: Charlie Rymer, Jonathan Byrd, Lucas Glover, Kyle Thompson, Charles Howell, Dustin Johnson, Russell Henley, Vaughn Taylor, Wesley Bryan, and many more players of great talent.
The SCGA Junior Championship was a precursor to many more programs and events for junior golfers. There were very few junior championships in the early history of the state's tournament offerings. The Florence Junior and the Al Esposito (Charleston) were probably the only other major events happening in this arena.
Lathrop worked with his board and both Rountrees to form the SC Junior Golf Association in 1990. A local "chapter " program was established with players playing regional events during the summer. Point leaders in each age group qualified for an All-Stars Championship where they played against players from all across the state. What started as 150 players in three chapters grew to 19 chapters and 2,200 players. The need was then emphasized for more competitive golf as a stepping stone from grassroots junior golf. More events dotted the competitive calendar with The Fall Challenge, the Players Championship, the Blade, the Tradition Four Ball (now known as the Rick Vieth 4 ball), the Caddie Classic, the Orange Jacket, the Jackie Seawell, and the Ford Picard Christmas Classic, just to name a few.
Next came time to open the doors to more national-level events that allowed our players to play against the best and not leave the state. Doug Smith and CR III (sense a trend here?) started the Bobby Chapman Junior Invitational. Soon to follow, the SCJGA conducts the Sea Pines Junior Heritage, the Grant Bennett Florence Junior, and the Beth Daniel Junior Azalea. All events that earned their way into national recognition for strength of field.
So the history of this one event led to the creation of a Junior Golf Association that is recognized as one of the best in the country serving all levels of play.
Come on out and watch some great golf in your own backyard!
Country Club of Lexington, the Premier club in The Midlands
Golfing in Lexington
About CCL
The Country Club of Lexington is an affordable, private club located south of the city of Lexington at 1066 Barr Road. The Country Club of Lexington is convenient to the entire Columbia area.
CCL has recently been awarded "Club of the Year" by the South Carolina Golf Association. Our golf course has hosted several SCGA and USGA events and is constantly ranked among the top courses in the Midlands. The club also offers a full service driving range, including a short game practice facility, as well as two practice putting greens.
In addition to the golf course, the club offers several other amenities including an Olympic size swimming pool, seven tennis courts, grill area, and banquet/meeting rooms.
CCL Mission Statement
“The Country Club of Lexington is a family-oriented social and recreational organization, proud of its history, reverent of its legacy, whose purpose is to create a sense of community among its members in a relaxed environment while providing the quality of services and facilities desired in a fiscally responsible manner."