Ryder Cup Medinah hosted the Ryder Cup in 2012, its first time in the state of Illinois, and the first U.S. venue outside the eastern time zone since 1971. The full tournament took place between September 25–30 (including pre-match competitions, press conferences and media activities), with the main competition taking place from September 28–30 on Course 3. Scorecard Amenities The club offers various amenities to its members apart from the three golf courses. As they are a part of the club, each of these are exclusive to club members, However, throughout the year, the club holds various events where guests can be invited by members to experience the club's amenities. Member Dining areas The clubhouse features six different member dining areas featuring food from Executive Chef Michael Ponzio. These include: The club dining room, a family style restaurant which features seasonal menu changes A member bar East and west verandas, outdoor seating areas that overlook one of the practice putting greens The Oasis, the most casual setting of the country club, which serves as a bar and a family restaurant The Backyard Patio and Grill, a resting spot near the pool and backyard practice putting green Golf Shop The Golf Shop is a 3000 sq. ft. building separate from the main clubhouse. The shop included golf apparel, accessories, and equipment. Driving Range and Practice Greens The driving range includes seven target greens as well as a short game area. The club also has two practice putting greens, one located in the front of the clubhouse, and one in the backyard. Pool and Cabana Bar Located to the southeast side of the clubhouse, the pool features two diving boards, five competitive swim lanes, as well as a deck for seating. Near the poolside is the Cabana bar and a snack bar. Golf Learning Center The golf learning center has three virtual practice bays, a fitness bay, and custom club fitting. The center first opened in the winter of 2017 and is available for members to practice off of the course. Racket Center The racket center has a total of eight tennis courts, four of which are platform courts. The building also features indoor seating arrangements and a firepit. Membership Medinah Country Club offers 5 categories of membership, all of which are by invitation only. Regular Membership Includes full clubhouse access and unlimited access to all three golf courses. Social Membership Includes