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The Community Athletics Division is comprised of the Willowbrook Golf Course, DiamondPlex Softball Complex, Winter Haven Tennis Center and the Rowdy Gaines and Winter Haven Recreational & Cultural Center (WHRCC) swimming pools. The division is responsible for the development and implementation of youth and adult athletic programs, coordination for tournaments and competitions and serves as a liaison with area youth sports leagues. |
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Aquatics
The ‘Rowdy’ Gaines Olympic Pool has an Olympic size (25 yards
x 50 meters) competitive pool, which is 4 feet deep on each end and 6 1/2 feet in
the middle. This pool has competitive starting blocks and is used for
competitive swimming, swim instruction and recreational use. In addition, there
is a separate diving well with two 1-meter and two 3-meter spring boards. Both
pools are heated and remain open throughout the year.
The Winter Haven Recreation & Cultural Center (WHRCC) pool is an “L”
shaped pool measuring 25 yards x 25 meters. The pool is used for swim
instruction and recreational use from mid-May through the end of July.
Athletics
About Community Athletics.
Willowbrook Golf Course
One of Polk County’s best kept secrets, Willowbrook Municipal Golf
Course offers a challenging, yet forgiving layout that is a pleasure for golfers
of all ability levels to play. Amenities are available to enhance your day, from
the Alligator Grille to the lighted driving range, practice putting green and
chipping & bunker areas.
Willowbrook’s
manicured layout in a natural setting that combines mature trees, water hazards,
bunkers and doglegs to challenge the experts, yet provides plenty of
opportunities for pars and birdies. Willowbrook’s natural setting affords players the opportunity to see a variety of
wildlife, including alligators, herons, cranes, foxes, ibises and many more of
Florida’s natural inhabitants.
Bring your foursome for a round of golf. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff
will ensure a wonderful golfing experience for your group during your day with
us. Tee time may be reserved up to seven days in advance in person or by phone.
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Travis Edwards, CPRP
