Iowa Golf Association

Former Iowa State women’s golf coach, Joan Gearhart The Masters Behind Iowa’s High School and College Golf Success In the verdant fields and sprawling campuses of Iowa, where the heartbeat of golf echoes across meticulously manicured greens, a cadre of dedicated mentors shape the next generation of golfing talent. From the windswept fairways of high […]

Following the Rules Leads Katelynn Hogenson Down a Path Through Magnolia Lane You might say the Iowa Golf Association’s Katelynn Hogenson was born to follow the rules. The oldest of three daughters of Terry and Theresa Hogenson of Muscatine, Katelynn describes herself as a “a typical first-born rule follower” who became the pacesetter for younger […]

Following an open round 61 (-9), the side of Dennis Bull and Brian Allison left nothing to chance in the final round of the 28th IGA Four-Ball Championship hosted by Elmwood Country Club in Marshalltown. While several groups tried to inch closer throughout the morning, Bull and Allison were simply too good. The duo would […]

The side of Dennis Bull and Brian Allison set the pace after day one at the 28th IGA Four-Ball hosted by Elmwood Country Club. Bull, who had the round of the day with a 62 on his own ball, made a total of nine birdies on the day. “It was fun to watch,” Allison said […]

Honoring Eight of Iowa’s Outstanding Women’s Amateur Champions In the heartland of America, amidst the sprawling fields and quaint towns of Iowa, a tradition of excellence in amateur golf has long been woven into the fabric of the state’s sporting history. Among the storied tales of fairways conquered and greens mastered, the triumphs of Iowa’s […]

We’ve wanted to do this for a while and now it is finally happening. The Iowa Golf Association is excited to announce the inaugural Iowa Adaptive Open sponsored by Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino, to be held July 12-13, 2025. The newest IGA championship will be played at Terrace Hills Golf Course in Altoona and […]

Celebrating Iowa’s Female Golf Visionaries As the wheels of time turn and the landscapes of golf evolve, it’s important to acknowledge the dedicated individuals who have steered the sport’s path in Iowa through the years. From the inception of the Iowa Golf Association and Iowa Women’s Golf Association to the game today, a lineage of […]

The Iowa Golf Association (IGA) Board of Directors, upon the recommendation from its Rules & Competitions Committee, recently approved minor changes to its Player of the Year system, aimed at recognizing and rewarding outstanding achievements in golf across the state. These updates reflect recent changes made by the USGA and their qualifying process, as well […]

Profiling Five Past Iowa Women’s Amateur Golf Champions Iowa has a rich history of women’s golf, marked by outstanding players who have showcased their talent and dedication on the course. Over the years, the Iowa Women’s Amateur Championship has allowed these golfers to shine, displaying skill, determination, and sportsmanship. Let’s delve into the achievements of […]

Female Leaders Tee Up Success in Iowa’s Golf Community The Iowa Golf Association (IGA) and Iowa Section PGA (IPGA) each play integral parts in growing the game of golf in the state of Iowa. Many recognize the IGA as the organization that runs different amateur events while the IPGA focuses on the professional side of […]