The club was founded by Coca-Cola bottling heir Jack Lupton and designed by Pete Dye in 1983.
A California native, Mitch Voges, won the tournament in convincing fashion—beating his opponent in the final match 7 and 6.
The trophy was won by a young Tiger Woods, who dominated the field so much in the first days that he finished with a final round 80 and was still able to win by four.
In my mind an amateur is one who competes for the joy of playing, for the companionship it affords, for health-giving exercise, and for relaxation from more serious matters.
As part of this light-hearted approach to the game, he cheerfully accepts all adverse breaks, is considerate of his opponent, plays the game fairly and squarely in accordance of its rules, maintains self-control, and strives to do his best, not in order to win, but rather as a test of his own skill and ability.
Recipients of this honor range from college players to Senior Amateur champions and have been both men and women.