Not every great golf story starts at a country club. In Jerseyville, Illinois, it began with two friends—Josh Ackles and Trent Griffith—who noticed their community lacked year-round family entertainment. Their answer? Tee Shots, a new indoor sports venue that blends golf, games, food, and plenty of personality.
Golf at the Core, But More Than Golf
Yes, Tee Shots has golf simulators—but the setup goes further. Their four bays can also switch between football, basketball, soccer, hockey, and baseball, giving families a wide variety of games to choose from. Toss in a free Golden Tee arcade machine, and you’ve got a space that’s part sports bar, part family rec center.
And then there’s the quirky Shaq-themed corner. Griffith, a lifelong Shaq fan, decided to make the big man part of the décor, adding a fun, tongue-in-cheek vibe you won’t find anywhere else.
Affordable and Accessible
Hourly rates run $40–50, with Tuesday specials dropping to just $20. That affordability has helped Tee Shots draw big crowds during its soft opening, from families looking for kids’ activities to couples wanting something different on a Friday night. Walk-ins are welcome, but advance reservations are already becoming a smart idea.
Sports, Screens, and Social Vibes
When the NFL season kicks off, Tee Shots will stream Sunday Ticket and RedZone to complement simulator play, giving it a sports-bar-meets-indoor-golf feel. Ackles and Griffith also plan to launch leagues, tournaments, and special themed nights. In their eyes, Tee Shots isn’t just a place to hit balls—it’s a community hub.
Filling a Local Void
Like many small towns, Jerseyville doesn’t have endless entertainment options, especially during cold winters. Tee Shots provides a local solution: a space where kids can burn energy, adults can socialize, and golfers can keep their swings sharp year-round. By mixing sport, affordability, and atmosphere, the venue is positioning itself as more than just a business—it’s quickly becoming part of the fabric of the town.
A Model for Other Communities?
What Ackles and Griffith built could be a blueprint for other small-to-mid-sized towns. By offering multi-sport fun alongside golf, they’ve created something resilient—appealing to golfers and non-golfers alike.
Tee Shots: Jerseyville’s New Indoor Hub Goes Beyond Golf
Not every great golf story starts at a country club. In Jerseyville, Illinois, it began with two friends—Josh Ackles and Trent Griffith—who noticed their community lacked year-round family entertainment. Their answer? Tee Shots, a new indoor sports venue that blends golf, games, food, and plenty of personality. Golf at the Core, But More Than Golf Yes, Tee Shots has golf simulators—but the setup goes further. Their four bays can also switch between football, basketball, soccer, hockey, and baseball, giving families a wide variety of games to choose from. Toss in a free Golden Tee arcade machine, and you’ve got a space that’s part sports bar, part family rec center. And then there’s the quirky Shaq-themed corner. Griffith, a lifelong Shaq fan, decided to make the big man part of the décor, adding a fun, tongue-in-cheek vibe you won’t find anywhere else. Affordable and Accessible Hourly rates run $40–50, with Tuesday specials dropping to just $20. That affordability has helped Tee Shots draw big crowds during its soft opening, from families looking for kids’ activities to couples wanting something different on a Friday night. Walk-ins are welcome, but advance reservations are already becoming a smart idea. Sports, Screens, and Social Vibes When the NFL season kicks off, Tee Shots will stream Sunday Ticket and RedZone to complement simulator play, giving it a sports-bar-meets-indoor-golf feel. Ackles and Griffith also plan to launch leagues, tournaments, and special themed nights. In their eyes, Tee Shots isn’t just a place to hit balls—it’s a community hub. Filling a Local Void Like many small towns, Jerseyville doesn’t have endless entertainment options, especially during cold winters. Tee Shots provides a local solution: a space where kids can burn energy, adults can socialize, and golfers can keep their swings sharp year-round. By mixing sport, affordability, and atmosphere, the venue is positioning itself as more than just a business—it’s quickly becoming part of the fabric of the town. A Model for Other Communities? What Ackles and Griffith built could be a blueprint for other small-to-mid-sized towns. By offering multi-sport fun alongside golf, they’ve created something resilient—appealing to golfers and non-golfers alike.
