Where the Game finds its purpose, and the Player finds their people.
Nestled at the intersection of refined sport and curated camaraderie, the Black Tee Union exists as more than a mere golf club; it is a celebrated haven for the discerning enthusiast, where ritual of the game elevates into an art of connection.
The Ethos of the Black Tee Union
The Black Tee Union is an exclusive sanctuary for all black golfers, whether you’re just picking up the game or a 20+ year veteran, there is fellowship for you here. We are a community built on our shared heritage, established on the course and celebrated in the company we keep.
Here, the game is played with honor, the camaraderie is rooted in genuine connection, and our space is dedicated to excellence, legacy, growth of the game and the unspoken understandings of our community.
We don’t just play the game; we elevate it, for each other.
Created out of necessity and forged in the spirit of community and strategic excellence, the Black Tee Union Golf Club exists to broaden the exposure and redefine the view of the game of golf within the black community.
We expand the games reach and cultural resonance through our meticulously curated golf outings that foster fellowship, our charitable initiatives that reinvest in our children and neighborhoods, and a dominant and authentic presence across all social media platforms.
Our mission is to build a legacy of access and influence— transforming fairways into avenues of empowerment and ensuring the future of the sport reflects the talent, intellect, and heart of Our community.
The Game is the Game, and we play for keeps.
River Oaks Golf Course: The BTU’s Home Away from Home!
River Oaks Golf Course in Calumet City, IL, is a classic 18-hole public golf course nestled along the Little Calumet River that offers an enjoyable and strategic round for golfers of all skill levels. Designed by Dick Nugent and opened in the late 1960s, the course features water hazards on 14 of its 18 holes and 58 well-placed sand traps that reward thoughtful shot-making and creativity from the tee to the green. The scenic layout combines a mix of challenge and accessibility making it the ideal home base for the Black Tee Union Golf Club to gather, play, and build community around the game of golf!
Follow us on all socials
Black Tee Union YouTube
Black Tee Union TikTok
Black Tee Union Instagram