Memorial Park to construct pond for LPGA's 'The Jump' event

The iconic par-3 hole will feature a new water hazard for the Chevron Championship

Apr. 2, 2026 at 7:58pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the 17th hole at Memorial Park Golf Course, with its fairway, green, and new pond hazard rendered in overlapping planes of vibrant green, blue, and brown hues, capturing the challenge and drama of the iconic par-3 hole.The iconic 'Jump' hole at the Chevron Championship will feature an expanded water hazard, adding even more drama and excitement to one of the LPGA's major tournaments.Houston Today

The Chevron Championship, one of the LPGA Tour's major events, has announced that Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas will construct a new pond for the tournament's famous par-3 17th hole known as 'The Jump'. The hole, which requires players to carry their tee shot over water, has become an iconic part of the championship and will now feature an expanded water hazard to challenge the world's best female golfers.

Why it matters

The Chevron Championship is one of the most prestigious events on the LPGA Tour, and 'The Jump' has become a signature hole that tests the nerves and skills of the players. Enhancing this hole with a larger water feature will add even more drama and excitement to the tournament, further cementing Memorial Park's status as a premier venue for major championship golf.

The details

Memorial Park Golf Course, which recently hosted the PGA Tour's Texas Children's Houston Open, will construct a new pond in front of the 17th green to expand the existing water hazard. This will force players to carry their tee shots a greater distance to reach the putting surface, adding an extra layer of risk and reward to the iconic hole. The changes are being made to create an even more thrilling climax to the Chevron Championship.

  • The Chevron Championship is scheduled for April 2-5, 2026.
  • Memorial Park Golf Course will host the PGA Tour's Texas Children's Houston Open the week prior to the Chevron Championship.

The players

Memorial Park Golf Course

A municipal golf course in Houston, Texas that has recently hosted PGA Tour events and will now make changes to its iconic 17th hole for the LPGA's Chevron Championship.

The Chevron Championship

One of the LPGA Tour's major championships, known for its challenging 'Jump' par-3 hole at Memorial Park.

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What they’re saying

“The Jump has become such an iconic part of our championship, and we're thrilled that Memorial Park is investing in enhancing this hole to create an even more thrilling finish for the players and fans.”

— Mollie Marcoux Samaan, LPGA Commissioner

“We're always looking for ways to elevate the fan experience and showcase Memorial Park as a world-class venue. Expanding the water hazard on 17 will add even more drama to an already exciting hole.”

— Steve Timms, President, Houston Golf Association

What’s next

Memorial Park Golf Course will begin construction on the new pond in the coming months, with the goal of having it completed well before the 2026 Chevron Championship in April.

The takeaway

The Chevron Championship's iconic 'Jump' hole at Memorial Park will become an even greater test for the world's best female golfers, as the course expands the water hazard to create more drama and excitement for one of the LPGA's major events.