Olde Eight celebrates grand opening of $400M golf destination
November 7, 2025
Grand opening marks major milestone for Greenwood’s economic growth and new era of golf in the Southeast
Nearly a year after breaking ground, the Olde Eight golf course has officially opened, marking a major milestone in the region’s newest golf and lifestyle destination. Developed by Greenwood Land Holdings, LLC and managed by Front Light Building Company (FLBC) Development, the project introduces a reimagined golf course, new residential opportunities, and expanded amenities for both Greenwood locals and visitors.
“Seeing Olde Eight come to life is incredibly rewarding, especially as a golfer.” says Mitch Kovitz, Managing Member of Greenwood Land Holdings. “This $400 million investment reflects our deep commitment to Greenwood County through creating jobs, driving tourism, and delivering a destination that blends world-class golf with an exceptional quality of life. I am truly excited to see this vision start coming to life.”
With this investment, more than 50 new team members have been hired at Olde Eight, and that number will continue to grow. The Olde Eight project will bring new homes and enhanced amenities for locals, while also attracting new visitors to the area for corporate retreats, meetings, and golf-centered vacations.
“No detail has been overlooked. From our golf course course design and landscaping to the homes and amenities, Olde Eight represents our team’s dedication to excellence.” said Matt Green, CEO of Front Light Building Company. “This is more than a golf course—it’s an investment in Greenwood’s future. Olde Eight reflects the kind of growth and innovation that will continue to move this community forward.”
The Old Eight golf course features a newly redesigned 18-hole championship layout by golf course architect Drew Rogers, who led the complete transformation of the former Stoney Point course. Rogers preserved the original routing while redesigning each hole to deliver a modern, balanced experience suited for players of all skill levels.
Olde Eight’s golf amenities will include a 9-hole short course, putting course, and practice and instruction facility known as the Repair Shop that will serve as the home of a world-class teaching academy led by Director of Instruction Shane LeBaron, a Callaway Golf Master Staff member and nationally recognized instructor.
“The Callaway instruction facility is a game-changer for our course,” said Shane LeBaron, Callaway Golf Master Staff member and nationally recognized instructor. “It brings world-class golf education and technology to players of all levels, enhancing the overall experience and setting a new standard for instruction in the region. It’s not just about playing better, it’s about building a deeper connection to the game.”
Construction of the short course and additional practice facilities are scheduled to begin early 2026.
About Olde Eight Development
Olde Eight Development is a master-planned, mixed-use development on Lake Greenwood, combining modern residential living, world-class golf facilities, and commercial spaces. Designed to attract both locals and visitors, the project will foster economic growth and solidify Greenwood County as the choice location for golf, golf instruction, leisure, and lakeside work and life.
