Lehigh University Athletics
Golf Visitor's Guide
Location: Bethlehem, PA
Founded: 1865
Enrollment: 6,849
Nickname: Mountain Hawks
Colors: Brown and White
Affiliation: NCAA D-I
Conference: Patriot League
Home Venue: Saucon Valley Country Club (For Match Play) and the Mulvihill Golf Learning Center (For Practices)
Playing Surface: Natural Grass, Sand, and Water + Artificial Turf Practice Mats
President: Joseph J. Helble
Dean of Athletics: Jeremy Gibson
Staff Directory
Please visit https://lehighsports.com/staff-directory for a full listing of the Lehigh University Athletics Staff Directory.
ADA Accessibility and Accomodations
Spectator carts are not permitted unless warranted for medical purposes. Saucon Valley Country Club cannot privately rent carts to parents/fans for the championship rounds unless they present a medical purpose for the cart.
ADA accessible parking is located adjacent to the field house building. The red building next to the tennis courts with the parking lot in the rear by the 18th fairway of the Grace Course. See parking details below in the images gallery.
Alcohol Policy
Alcohol is prohibited at the Mulvihill Golf Learning Center and at Saucon Valley Country Club.
Animals
Fans are invited to bring their well-trained dogs on a leash to the game. Other service animals are permitted as well.
Area Hospitality
Click the links below for a list of local lodging and dining options:
ATM
There is NO ATM machine at the Mulvihill Golf Learning Center and at Saucon Valley Country Club.
Concessions
Concessions are available at the Saucon Valley Country Club Field House throughout the tournament. There are no concessions available at the Mulvihill Golf Learning Center.
Directions
Printable Driving Directions: https://www1.lehigh.edu/about/maps-directions/goodman-directions
GPS Address:
Mulvihill Golf Learning Center
902 College Dr., Bethlehem, PA 18015
Saucon Valley Country Club
2050 Saucon Valley Rd., Bethlehem, PA 18015
For additional direction information, please see the images gallery below.
Drones
Lehigh University does not permit the use of drones at the Mulvihill Golf Learning Center. Drones are also prohibited at Saucon Valley Country Club.
Lost and Found
All inquiries for lost and found items can be directed to the Saucon Valley Country Club Pro Shop at 610-758-7177. For items lost or found at the Mulvihill Golf Learning Center, please call 610-758-6740.
Media
All media and press pass requests should be made at least ten days in advance through the Lehigh University Sports Media Relations Office. Any accommodations for radio or television coverage should also be made through the Sports Media Relations Office. Any scheduled post-match press conference would take place at Saucon Valley Country Club immediately following the match. Visiting team athletes and head coach may be asked to participate.
Merchandise
The official online store of Lehigh University Athletics Merchandise is located at: https://lehighgear.com
Parking
Once you are inside the club entrance off of Saucon Valley Road, you will need to make your way to the field house which will serve as the home for most tournament operations. Once you get to the main parking lot and club house, continue out of this lot over the bridge. The field house building will be a red building next to the tennis courts with the parking lot in the rear by the 18th fairway of the Grace Course.
Prohibited Items
The following items are not permitted at Saucon Valley Country Club: air horns (or other noisemakers), alcohol, animals (except service animals), beverage containers, coolers, drones, electronic cigarettes, tobacco, firearms or weapons of any kind, fireworks, food and beverage (with the exception of child care), and laser pointers.
Restrooms
Restrooms are available in three locations on the course. In the field house (near tee #1), the Villa Pazzeti (near tee #10), and between the 5th green and 6th tee.
Spectator Guidelines
Most people that are following a golf tournament are aware of the rule of etiquette. Remember to stay out of sand bunkers, not to make loud or distracting noises or motions, and finally avoid getting in the line of play of, not only the group that you are watching, but also all other groups on the golf course.
The USGA Rule Book and the NCAA/Golf Coaches Association of America Hard Card for Tournament Play both specify that only coaches are permitted to give advice during a team competition. The NCAA also has rules that prohibit coaching of any kind from persons not on that school’s official coaching staff. In order to ensure that parents and spectators do not inadvertently violate these rules we are asking the following:
- All spectators are to remain on cart paths and in the rough. Please cross the fairways at 90-degree angles.
- All spectators are to remain 25 feet from the competitors at all times.
- All spectators are welcome to cheer and encourage the participants but do not hold conversations with them, as this can be considered giving advice.
Spectator Carts - Spectator carts are not permitted unless warranted for medical purposes. Saucon Valley Country Clubs cannot privately rent carts to parents/fans for the championship rounds unless they present a medical purpose for the cart.
SAUCON VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB DRESS CODE POLICY: Clothing should be neat, clean, in good repair, and of the appropriate size.
APPROPRIATE ATTIRE FOR MEN AND JUNIOR BOYS: polo-type shirts with sleeves and collar, turtleneck, or mock turtleneck and must be worn tucked in trousers. Sleeves may be long or short. Pants must be either tailored slacks or Bermuda shorts. Length of the shorts must be no shorter than three (3) inches above the knee. Pants or shorts must be worn with a belt. Socks must be ankle length or lower. Hats and caps must be worn facing forward.
UNACCEPTABLE ATTIRE: includes the following, tee shirts of any kind, tank tops, warm-up pants, cargo pants or shorts, drawstring pants or shorts, or calf-length socks. Denim of any kind or in any form or color is not permitted on SVCC property.
APPROPRIATE ATTIRE FOR WOMEN AND JUNIOR GIRLS: shirts must have sleeves and/or a collar and must be long enough to be tucked in. Turtlenecks or mock turtle-necks are permitted. Tailored slacks, shorts, skorts, culottes, or Capri pants are acceptable. Length of shorts, skirts, skorts, or culottes must be no shorter than three (3) inches above the knee. Socks must be ankle length or lower.
UNACCEPTABLE ATTIRE: includes the following, sleeveless tee shirts, short-shorts, athletic pants or shorts, lycra, leggings, cargo shorts, drawstring pants or shorts, or sweatpants. Clothing shall not reveal shoulders, midriffs, or undergarments. Sheer or clinging fabrics are not acceptable. Denim of any kind or in any form or color is not permitted on SVCC property.
CELL PHONES ON CLUB PROPERTY: Spectators are reminded that the use of cellular phones and other devices transmitting voice are not allowed in public areas of Saucon Valley Country Club. This includes all dining areas, parking areas, golf courses, practice areas, and lobbies. Use of cell phones in the parking areas will be restricted to the privacy of an enclosed automobile only. Nonetheless, cell phones may be used in the event of a medical emergency or an incident involving a breach of the Club’s security.
Sportsmanship
Lehigh University and the Patriot League promote good sporting behavior by student-athletes, coaches, and spectators. We encourage everyone to actively support all participants of the match and ask that you express your enthusiasm in a respectful and sporting-like manner. Please note that the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages (and use of tobacco) also are prohibited. Spectators are to follow course rules. Our events management or Saucon Valley Country Club staff has the responsibility to enforce this policy and may choose to eject fans that do not comply.
Tailgating
Note: there are no indoor or outdoor tailgating facilities available for any groups - Lehigh or Visiting. Tailgating in general is not permitted at Saucon Valley Country Club, nor at the Mulvihill Golf Learning Center.
Visiting Team Information
PARKING/ARRIVAL - Once you are inside the club entrance off of Saucon Valley Road, you will need to make your way to the field house which will serve as the home for most tournament operations. Once you get to the main parking lot and club house, continue out of this lot over the bridge. The field house building will be a red building next to the tennis courts with the parking lot in the rear.
From Field House to the Villa Pazzetti - Follow the main road of the club South to Spring Valley Road. Make a left-hand turn. Follow for approximately ½ mile until you come to the entrance to the Villa Pazzetti on your left-hand side. You will see a large wooden gate and a street light on your left. Once you turn into the entrance you will see a barn on your right hand side. Continue straight on that road until you reach a parking lot and the Villa Pazzetti.
UNIFORMS/DRESS CODE - Please see the Saucon Valley Country Club dress code above under Spectator Guidelines.
LOCKER FACILITIES - No locker room facilities are available at Saucon Valley Country Club.
Sports Medicine Information -
https://lehighsports.com/documents/2019/9/4//LUSM_Visiting_Team_Letter_19_20.pdf?id=4366
PRACTICE ROUNDS & WARM-UPS - The Mulvihill Golf Learning Center will be available 1 1/2 hour before the first tee time. See your tournament packet for specific time information.
TAILGATES & RECEPTIONS - See Tailgating Information above for detailed guidelines and regulations for pre and /or post game gatherings.
Weather Protocols & Policies
Lightning Policy
https://lehighsports.com/documents/2019/9/27//Lightning_Safety_Policy_Revised_Sep_19_for_web.doc?id=4395
Cold Weather Exposure
https://lehighsports.com/documents/2019/9/27//Cold_Exposure_Policy_Revised_Sep_19_for_web.doc?id=4394
Warm Weather/Heat Exposure
Gallery: Golf Visitor Guide Gallery
