Spring Issue (2026 Review) by Iowa PGA

Iowa PGA Board of Directors

Officers

President JR Millar, PGA Lake Bracken CC

Vice President

Todd Fowler, PGA Golf Galaxy - Davenport

Iowa PGA Board of Directors

Gene Bears, Jr., PGA Hillcrest CC

Jay Giannetto, PGA Elmwood CC

Brian Delaney, PGA Davenport CC

Davis Sutton, PGA Cedar Rapids CC

Secretary Matt Ruehling, PGA Des Moines G & CC

Honorary President

Erin Strieck, PGA Pinnacle CC

Luke Donah, PGA Cedar Rapids CC

Aaron Krueger, PGA Wakonda Club

Iowa PGA Foundation Board of Directors (Includes Officers Above)

Shawna Elliott, PGA Crow Valley GC

Lisa Miller, PGA PGA Master Professional & Life Member

Steve Hutton, PGA Geneva G & CC

Terry Anderson, PGA PGA Life Member

Executive Director

Greg Mason, PGA

Assistant Executive Director & Junior Golf Director

Tess Goudy, PGA

Tournament Director

Casey Harvey, PGA

Director of Player & Membership Development

Mike Downing, PGA

Communications Coordinator

Stephanie Mason

Junior Golf Coordinator

Jacob Hesner

Tournament Assistant

Blake Newell Regional

A Message From the Iowa PGA

Greg Mason, PGA | Iowa PGA Executive Director

The Iowa PGA will start its 2025 Monday Professional events on April 4th. Be sure to follow our websites – iowapga.com and iowapgajuniorgolf.com for results of all the tournaments we administer. Or follow along on our social media – Facebook, Twitter/X and Instagram. The Iowa PGA will administer over 190 events in 2026 for our PGA Professionals, Junior Golfers and General Public.

The Iowa Golf Council has commissioned a new Iowa Economic Impact Study for 2026. We will receive the results in May of 2026. In 2015 golf contributed $606.1 million of expenditures with over $817 million in direct, indirect and induces economic impact. There were 11,435 jobs producing over $73 million in state and local taxes. We are guessing we will be a BILLION DOLLAR industry in 2025. Here is the link for the 2015 report - https:// iowapga.com/economic-impact-study/

Now is a great time to get into the golf business.

The Council will also be hosting our Iowa Golf Summit at Wakonda Club on May 11. Please copy and paste this link into your browser to sign up - https://iowagolf.org/iowagolfsummit/

The Council will also start the planning process with the state to get Golf Specific License Plates. Proceeds will go to support junior golf and the golf industry in Iowa.

For those interested in marketing with us, we will have spots available for you to place an ad. Just look for our special marketing page within the pages of our magazine. This digital magazine goes out to over 15,000 people on our email list along with being sent over our social media channels. If you wish to be a part of something new in the Iowa Golf scene, please feel free to email me at gmason@pgahq.com. You can always call the office - 319648-0026 as well.

Have fun, Play Well “Mase”

President’s Report with JR Millar

Hello Friends:

Yes, I’m borrowing that greeting from PGA of America Hall of Famer Jim Nantz. March came in like a lion and it seems like it will exit like a lion as well. From 80 degree days to a Blizzard and back to another 80 degree day, Iowa and Illinois weather remains unpredictable. One thing that is predictable is the Masters in April at Augusta National. While many of us may never get to go to the Masters tournament and most certainly not get an opportunity to play there, that doesn’t mean your junior golfer should be shut out.

The Iowa PGA is proud to have created the Drive, Chip, and Putt competition for our juniors. From its humble beginnings, it is now a Nationally recognized annual competition. We personally host over 20 local qualifying sites in Iowa and West Central IL. This is a completely FREE event. As you progress through local, sub-regional, and regional qualifying, the final stop is the crown jewel of golf, Augusta National. The finalists from around the country are invited to compete on the Sunday prior to the Masters in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to compete on this storied course while being televised to a national audience. Pretty cool if you ask me.

The Iowa PGA Junior Tour is an elite tournament series with events all throughout Iowa and West Central IL. There are well over 1,000 participants on the tour. This is a great way to start your competitive career or just simply have the opportunity to play several of our magnificent courses. Contact Tess Goudy, Jacob Hesner or Blake Newell in the Iowa PGA office with any questions and/or information on how to sign up your junior golfer(s).

While it has been a long winter, I am personally dusting off my sticks and looking forward to our Professional series of tournaments on Mondays. I highly encourage you to sign up for our events. We have several divisions each week, varying formats, team and individual and more. Don’t be hesitant to play. The more you play, the more comfortable you feel. Additionally, these are fantastic ways to network and share ideas about what you and others are doing to build and promote the game of golf.

Fairways and Greens or Incredible up and downs to save par; I know which category I fall. I look forward to seeing you all at upcoming events.

I am always available to talk or discuss anything. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

JR Millar, PGA | Lake Bracken Country Club | President

OUR MISSION

The Iowa PGA Foundation utilizes the game of golf to positively impact lives through charitable giving with emphasis on scholarships, junior golf and injured veterans.

Swings With Kids

This program helps kids excel by introducing them to life skills that the game of golf provides. Teaching life skills including character, honesty, integrity, respect, perseverance, and cooperation.

Tri-Golf Set

$700

Plastic golf equipment specifically designed for children in K-5th Grade.

Golf Xtreme Set

$1,250

Real golf equipment specifically designed for children in grades 6th-8th to be exposed to more advanced golf techniques.

Scholarships

The Iowa PGA Foundation has four scholarship opportunity directed to help you with school, career, education with golf.

Click Scholarships below for more information:

• Charlie Burkart

• Morris Family

• Career Advancement

• Women’s Fairway

• Max Shields

Contact Information

If you would like to know more about these wonderful programs contact:

Executive Director Greg Mason gmason@pghaq.com

Call the Section Office 319-648-0026.

Injured Veterans

Supporting programs and services that help our injured veterans.

In 2007, the Iowa PGA formed a partnership with Riverside Casino and Golf Resort and Iowa City VA Health Care System to form the GIVE Foundation. This Foundaion is a not-for-profit organazation to provide a structured golf program for injured veterans.

Board of Directors

• Bobby Kehl

• Dan Kehl

• Jeff Link

• Greg Mason

• Kathy Meardon

• Gary Palmer

• Jason Prochaska

• Julie Stewart

Iowa Golf Association

Chad Pitts | Executive Director | Iowa Golf Association

As the calendar turns to March and the days begin to stretch a little longer, there’s a familiar here at the Iowa Golf Association — golf season is right around the corner. It’s an exciting time as our team prepares for another year dedicated to serving the game and supporting the clubs and professionals who make golf thrive in our state. Even though we stay quite busy during the winter months, the really busy stretch is nearly upon us.

One of the things I look forward to most each season is visiting our championship host sites. Iowa is fortunate to have an outstanding collection of golf courses, and every year I’m reminded how lucky we are to have so many wonderful hosts for our championships. We are thrilled to once again partner with some exceptional facilities in 2026.

Beaver Hills Country Club in Cedar Falls will host the Iowa Amateur, one of our premier events and a championship rich with history. Beaver Hills offers a classic layout that will challenge the state’s best amateurs while providing a memorable experience for competitors and spectators alike.

Hyperion Field Club in Johnston will welcome the Iowa Women’s Amateur in July. Hyperion has long been recognized as one of Iowa’s premier clubs, and we get the joy of working with them every other year when they host the Herman Sani Tournament. It will be a perfect test for the ladies this summer. Additionally, Talons Golf in Ankeny returns as a Match Play host, continuing a strong partnership with the IGA. Talons has proven to be a terrific match play course and an outstanding supporter of amateur competition.

Events like these simply would not be possible without the dedication of all employees at our host courses, including all of the tremendous PGA Club Professionals. The work you do — often behind the scenes — sets the stage for everything we celebrate about this game.

From early spring preparations to the height of summer championships, your commitment to excellence is something we truly appreciate.

As we prepare for the season, we’re also excited to introduce a new way for golfers to show their pride in our association. The IGA has officially launched our online golf shop at iowagolf.org, where players and supporters can purchase IGA logoed apparel. Whether it’s on the course or around town, we love seeing golfers represent the association and the game we all care so deeply about.

Thank you for the expertise, care, and leadership you bring to your facilities every day. Spring is nearly here — and I can’t wait to see Iowa golf courses buzzing with activity once again.

Here’s to a great season ahead.

-Chad Pitts

One of our Iowa PGA Members has been named to the Global Golf Post All Pro Team 2026 Honorable Mention. Jay Giannetto of Elmwood Country Club has been named.

Click here for full list of names on the Global Golf Post All Pro Team 2026.

The Iowa PGA would like to congratulate Jay Giannetto on this great honor and award.

Iowa Turfgrass Institute

Matt Beatty

Turning the Page to Spring

| Executive Director of Iowa Turfgrass Institute

The transition from winter to spring is always a meaningful one for the golf industry. For members of the Iowa Golf Course Superintendents Association, it marks the shift from planning and professional development to execution and daily operations. After a winter season full of all types of weather, we’re excited to carry that momentum into the months ahead.

This past February, we were proud to host another successful Iowa Turfgrass Conference and Trade Show in Des Moines. With excellent attendance, a sold-out trade show, and strong engagement with a solid mix of educational sessions, the conference once again reinforced the value of continuing education and connections. Events like this provide an opportunity for superintendents to step away from their facilities, gain new insights, and return with ideas that can be applied throughout the golf season.

As we turn the page to spring, that focus on education and connection continues. The Iowa Golf Summit on May 11 at Wakonda Club brings together leaders from across the golf industry, including superintendents, PGA professionals, and course owners. It’s a unique opportunity to engage in broader conversations about the game, share perspectives, and strengthen relationships that ultimately benefit the facilities and golfers we all serve.

Just a week later, on May 18, the Wee One Benefit Tournament at Cedar Rapids Country Club provides a chance to support a cause that resonates deeply within the superintendent community. The Wee One Foundation assists golf course management professionals facing medical hardships, and this event is a powerful reminder of the support network that exists within our industry.

In June, the ITI Extension Fundraiser at Bos Landen Golf Course in Pella continues that theme of giving back. This event supports turfgrass extension efforts through Iowa State University, helping ensure that superintendents and industry professionals across the state have access to research-based solutions and expertise when challenges arise.

Beyond these events, one of my priorities this spring and summer is to get back out and visit members across the state. There is no substitute for seeing operations firsthand, understanding the unique challenges each facility faces, and having meaningful conversations with the professionals doing the work every day. These visits help ensure that the association continues to evolve in ways that provide real value to our members.

As the season gets underway, I encourage you to stay engaged. Whether that’s attending an event, supporting a fundraiser, or simply taking time to connect. The strength of the Iowa Golf Course Superintendents Association is built on that involvement, and it’s what allows us to continue supporting superintendents and advancing the game of golf in Iowa.

Team Thompson Wins Las Vegas Pro-Am

The Iowa PGA celebrated the 24th Annual Iowa PGA Las Vegas Pro-Am presented by Adidas. Iowa PGA Member John Thompson of Prairie Links Golf & Events Center and his team made up of Mark Mingles, Ryan Ratchford, Brook Maher and JJ Robson captured the win of the 24th Annual Iowa PGA Las Vegas Pro-Am.

Thompson’s team accumulated 27 total quota points over the three rounds to capture first place.

The second-place finishers are Greg Dingel and his team of Tyler Dingel, Justin Sheeder, Lucas Wolfe and Brett Smith accumulating 25.5 total quota points.

The third-place winners Curt Schnell of Okoboji View Golf Course and his team of Ron Coe, Jim Hauer, Gary Steigh and Mike Lamb accumulated 14 total quota points.

Special thanks to DragonRidge Country Club, Southern Highlands Golf Club and Serket Golf Club and the entire staff and membership for hosting the 24th Annual Iowa PGA Las Vegas Pro-Am.

The Iowa PGA would like to thank Adidas for sponsoring this event.

Supporting Sponsor

Thank you to DragonRidge CC, Southern Highlands GC and Serket GC staffs for hosting the 24th Annual Iowa PGA Las Vegas Pro-Am.

Round 1

Round 2

Round 3

2026 Iowa PGA Tournament Schedule

Date Tournament Course

February 9-11

April - September

April 6

April 13

April 20

April 27

May 11

May 12-13

May 18-19

June 1

June 5

June 9

June 16

June 17

June 22

June 24

June 25

June 26

June 29

July 6

July 13-14

July 20

24th Annual Las Vegas Pro-Am

Assistant Iowa PGA Match Play Championship

Iowa PGA Team Challenge

Iowa PGA Kick-Off Fourball

Iowa PGA Glen Oak Pro-Am

Iowa PGA Spring Meeting & Pro-Pro

Iowa PGA Junior/Senior Draw

Iowa Golf Summit

DragonRidge | Southern Highlands | Serket

Professionals select location

15 Courses Season Long

TPC Deere Run

Glen Oaks CC

Elmcrest CC

Blue Top Ridge

Wakonda Club

Iowa PGA Senior Match Play Championship Short Hills CC

Iowa PGA Match Play Championship

Iowa PGA 36-Hole Classic

Principal Charity Classic Pre-Qualifier

Principal Charity Classic Event Qualifier

Iowa PGA Junior Academy Stroke Play

Iowa PGA Junior Academy Senior Stroke Play Event

North Iowa Team Championship

Geneva G & CC

Ames G & CC

Veenker Memorial GC

Pheasant Ridge GC

Prairie Links GC

John Deere Classic Pre-Qualifier - APT Metamora Fields GC

John Deere Classic Pre-Qualifier- Pinnacle Pinnacle CC

John Deere Classic Pre-Qualifier- Short Hills Short Hills CC

John Deere Classic Open Qualifying Pinnacle CC

Iowa PGA Pro-Junior Brown Deer GC

Iowa Senior PGA Professional Championship Oakwood CC

Iowa PGA Pro-Assistant & Pro-Pro

July 24-26 93rd Iowa Open

Jully 27

August 3

August 10-11

Terrace Hills GC

Blue Top Ridge

Iowa PGA Western Illinois Team Challenge Lake Bracken CC

Iowa PGA Pro-Select Gates Park GC

Iowa PGA Professional Championship Davenport CC

August 18 Quakerdale Pro-Am Elmwood CC

August 24

August 31

September 8

September 11

September 14

September 21

September 28

September 29-30

October 5-6

October 17

Harris Golf Cars Pro-Facility Geneva G & CC

Denali’s on the River Pro-AM River Ridge GC

Iowa Assistant PGA Professional Championship Cedar Rapids CC

Iowa Women’s PGA Professional Championship Hyperion Field Club

Iowa PGA Junior vs Senior Team Championship Otter Creek GC

Iowa PGA Pro-Scratch/Pro-Senior Scratch Bos Landen GC

Iowa PGA Pro-Senior Veenker Memorial GC

Iowa Cup Matches Des Moines G & CC

NB Golf Cars/M&M Golf Cars October Shootout

Iowa PGA Pro-Family

Elmwood CC

Briarwood GC

Thanks to our 2026 Season Long Sponsors

The Iowa PGA is pleased to have the following corporate partners involved with the 2026 Section, Junior Tour and Foundation events and activities. For more information on becoming involved as a corporate partner, please contact Exective Director Greg Mason, PGA at gmason@pgahq.com or call the office 319648-0026.

Section & Junior Tour/Foundation | Corporate Partners

- Bios written by Iowa Golf Association

Ross deBuhr

Ross deBuhr has touched many lives since he turned professional in 1980, ranging from the membership at Hyperion Field Club to future generations of golfers.

“One of the most commendable qualities of Ross is his personality and character, always thoughtful, exhibiting grace and humility, while treating all with respect,” said Larry Gladson, who had a distinguished career at Elmcrest Country Club in Cedar Rapids and is a Iowa Golf Hall of Fame member. “His integrity is a cornerstone of Ross’s character and sets a powerful example for all who play golf or have a career in golf. He affirms that golf is not just about personal achievement but also about building relationships and fostering camaraderie amongst those who play the game.”

A fine player himself, deBuhr grew up in Ottumwa. He was the Iowa Junior Amateur champion in 1972 and the IGA Player of the Year 1976. He was a four-year letterman at the University of Iowa (197377). Hyperion hired Ross as head golf professional in 1982.

He served that club for the next 30 years, the last nine as the director of golf. He also filled numerous roles for the Iowa PGA Section, including stints as a board member (1995-2005) and president (2002-03). He was also the IGA Professional of the Year in 1992 and the PGA Golf Professional of the Year in 1993. He was presented the PGA’s Bill Strausbaugh Award in 2005 and was the PGA Merchandiser of the Year award in 2000.

Ross also co-chaired the Herman Sani Tournament with Hyperion member John Matovina from 1988 to 2012. That tournament raises funds for the IGA’s Sani Scholarship Fund.

2026 Iowa Golf Hall of Fame Class

“Ross’s commitment to serving the Hyperion membership was exceptional,” Matovina added. “I always admired his ability to provide an enjoyable membership experience to each and every club member. Satisfying the diverse needs of 400-plus member families was a challenge that Ross met with humility and professionalism throughout his time at Hyperion. He had a passion for growing the game as demonstrated by the countless hours he spent coaching and instructing junior golfers.”

One of deBuhr’s most significant achievements was a local program he started with another Hyperion member. It was called Drive, Chip and Putt, and was modeled after a football competition called Punt, Pass and Kick years before.

Drive, Chip and Putt has since been adopted nationally, with the USGA, the Masters and the PGA of America serving as event sponsors. Eighty regional qualifiers – boys and girls – will gather at Augusta National Golf Club April 5 to determine the national winner in four age groups ranging from seven to 15 years old.

“Through these efforts, Ross has instilled a passion for the game in many aspiring golfers, fostering a sense of community and support that is essential for the sport’s future,.” Gladson added.

Another retired golf professional and Iowa Golf Hall of Fame member, Jeff Smith of Oskaloosa, has worked sideby-side with deBuhr on numerous occasions and also witnessed his commitment to the Sani Tournament as a player.

“Ross is a very humble person, so much

so that many would not know how his leading by example has been a gift to so many who were touched by his presence,” Smith said.

Jason Knutzon

Jason Knutzon faced a tough decision on the eve of his senior season of high school.

He could leave Newport News, Va., and move with his family to Italy. His father, Russell, an Air Force pilot, had just been transfered there. Or he could move to Eagle Grove, live with his grandparents and complete his education in Iowa.

There were no high school golf teams in Italy, and not that many golf courses to choose from. So Jason, who took up the game in seventh grade, headed to Iowa. And that’s where his golf career took flight.

Iowa State made Knutzon’s dream come true when the Cyclones offered him a golf scholarship, and he parlayed that opportunity into state, national and international success.

The only men’s golfer to be inducted into the Iowa State Athletics Hall of Fame (2019), this golfing globetrotter had success in college events as well as Iowa’s summer tournament schedule.

He played in four NCAA regionals for the Cyclones, and was a first-team all-Big Eight selection in 1997. Golfstat ranked him 20th at the end of that 1997 season. Knutzon set a school single-season stroke mark (72.71) that stood for 11 years. He finished in the top eight of eight tournaments in 1996-97. That spring, Iowa State

finished third in the loaded Big 12 Championships.

He won three tournaments, was a runner-up five times and finished in the Top 10 a school-record 18 times over his career. After a redshirt season, in 199798, he completed his eligibility in the spring of 1999.

Knutzon was also the IGA Player of the Year in 1998, beating Mike McCoy in a tiebreaker. He won the Iowa Masters, Fort Dodge Amateur and Lake Creek Amateur that summer. He also tied for second at the Ottumwa Amateur and tied for fifth in the Northwest Amateur, a tournament he won in 1996. In those five 1998 appearances, Knutzon was a collective 30 shots under par with a 69.6 stroke average.

Knutzon turned professional in 1999. He qualified for the U.S. Open (2003), the Open Championship (2011), the U.S. Amateur (1998), the U.S. Public Links (1996, 1997) and the U.S. Junior Amateur (1994) during his career.

He reached the final stage of qualifying for the PGA Tour twice (2000, 2008), and tried make it there another time through the Korn Ferry Tour (2009). Though he came up short, Knutzon still put together a successful professional career on the Asian Tour and European Tour.

He won more than $2 million on those two tours. He reached the winner’s circle twice. The first came when he outdueled Padraig Harrington to win the 2004 Macau Open. Harrington was ranked eighth in the world at that time.

When Knutzon defended that title a year later, he was paired in the first round with Fred Coiuples, one of his idols. Knutzon shot 67 and beat Couples by a shot.

Jason also won the 2007 Motorola International. He also had six Top 10 finishes in European Tour events. He was ranked as high as 243th in the World Golf Rankings.

Back home, Knutzon won the Sani Tournament in 2005. He also made the cut in the John Deere Classic that year and qualified for the PGA Tour stop again in 2008.

On the 20th anniversary of his Macau Open, Knutzon was given a sponsor’s

exemption into the event. Ten years removed from the competitive grind and 48 years old, Knutzon made the cut and tied for 63rd.

Knutzon remains active in the game and is also an instructor, opening Jason Knutzon Golf in Altoona in 2021.

Denmar Miller

Denmar Miller broke onto the Iowa golf scene in 1929, when he won the Iowa Open at 19 years of age. He was a dominant presence for the next decade, winning three Iowa Amateurs, two Iowa Opens and three Des Moines City crowns.

His first serious title run came in 1928 at Hyperion, his home course. He had the 36-hole lead, and shot 69-73 the final two rounds. But he finished third, three shots behind Art Bartlett, who closed with a 67, and Bob McCrary, who posted a final-round 65.

Miller broke through in 1929 at the Wakonda Club. The Drake junior established a new course record in the first round, shooting 68 when Wakonda’s par was 73. He led wire-to-wire and shot 297, two shots clear of the field.

Miller, who left Hyperion and joined the Des Moines Golf and Country Club in 1929, used that home-course advantage again when he won his second Iowa Open in 1933. His 282 score gave him an eight-shot victory over Pat Willcox.

That triumph came a year after Denmar won his first Iowa Amateur at the Sioux City Golf and Country Club. Miller defeated Pete Jordan of Des Moines in the championship match, 4 and 3. His play left an impression on host pro Mike Shearman, who had played a vital role in Rudy Knepper’s golf game.

“That boy Denmar Miller is one of the finest amateurs in the game today,” Shearman told Bert McGrane of the Des Moines Register. “Miller has everything. His drives are 20 yards longer than the average good driver and that makes his other shots correspondingly easier. He has all the shots and a fine temperament.”

Knepper, also a three-time Iowa Amateur champion and Iowa Golf Hall of Fame member, won the 1992 TransMiss, was a runner-up in the 1921 Western Amateur and reached the semifinals

of the 1922 U.S. Amateur. Knepper was an alternate on the 1922 Walker Cup team and then made the team in 1923, but Princeton wouldn’t give him a waiver to compete.

Asked how Miller compared to Knepper, Shearman said, “Denmar is just as good today as Rudy ever dared to be.”

Miller’s dominance was on his display again in his final two Iowa Amateur triumphs. He returned to Hyperion in 1934 to beat John Vavra of Cedar Rapids, 13 and 12. It was the most one-sided championship match ever. Miller was 9 up after the first 18 holes.

Miller’s final title, also at the Des Moines Golf and Country Club in 1938, came in a decisive 7 and 6 victory over Fred Denman of Des Moines. He also won Des Moines City titles in 1932, 1933 and 1935.

Denmar played in his first U.S. Amateur in 1933, at Kenwood Country Club in Cincinnati. Miller drew Lawson Little in the first round and lost, 4 and 3. Lawson went on to win the U.S.Amateur and British Amateurs in both 1934 and 1935. Miller lost in the second round of the 1935 U.S. Amateur.

Miller was qualifying medalist at the 1935 Trans-Miss, but lost his first match. He finished second to future U.S. Open and U.S. Amateur champ Johnny Goodman in the 1931 National Junior Chamber of Commerce Open. Goodman beat him in the second round of the TransMiss later that year.

Denmar didn’t defend his Iowa Amateur title in 1939, citing “impending business.” With a law degree in hand, he was working for his father’s firm. He also worked as a city prosecutor in Municipal Court for two years before serving his country in World War II. He was with the 17th Airborne Division, and was in the “Battle of the Bulge.” Denmar was discharged in February of 1946 with the rank of first lieutenant and earned three battle stars and the purple heart with cluster.

He returned to law work and held two part-time jobs, serving as head of the county real estate department then as county budget director. Miller retired from a 43-year law career in 1974. He passed away from cancer in February of 1978.

Goudy Celebrates 25 Years with the Iowa PGA

What a milestone for our wonderful, joyful Tess Goudy, PGA as she reaches her 25th year with the Iowa PGA on February 1, 2026. Hired by our late Executive Director Kirk Stanzel, Tess has done just about every job in the Iowa PGA. She served as an Administrative Assistant, Communications Director, Junior Golf Director, Assistant ED and Interim ED when Troy Christensen resigned in 2017.

She will also become a Quarter Century Member of the PGA of America having been elected to membership on 2/1/2001.

Highlights:

• Iowa PGA Golf Professional of the Year – 2019

• Numerous other awards.

• Helped start our golf pass in the early 2000s

• Expanded the Junior Tour (started in 1998), and the Pee Wee Tour shortly after

• Ran original DCP in Iowa that included the section finals at the John Deere Classic – video on our Iowa PGA YouTube page – https://youtu.be/zwbHnvUPcRo?si=ItuNZPMpdT0ALDVZ

• And many more highlights that many of you may know about but may not.

District 8 Director, Phil Anderson, PGA

To our fellow Professionals and members of the Iowa PGA Section,

The landscape of our association is shifting in exciting ways, both at the home office and right here in our neighboring Midwest backyard. As we look toward the 2026 season and beyond, there is a palpable sense of momentum that every PGA Professional in the Section should have on their radar. Coming off a record-breaking PGA Show in January, energy is high as Spring is arriving and championship season is here.

New Leadership at the Helm

We are entering a pivotal chapter for the PGA of America with the recent appointment of Terry Clark as CEO. Clark’s leadership comes at a time when the “Gateway to the Game” is wider than ever. His vision for the association emphasizes elevating our Major Championships and strengthening the PGA Professional’s role in the modern golf economy.

Under this new leadership, the commitment to the women’s game has never been stronger. We are seeing this firsthand through the meteoric rise of the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, which continues to set the gold standard for excellence.

The Return to Hazeltine National

This summer, “Major” golf is closer than you think. We are incredibly excited to see the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship return to Hazeltine National Golf Club in 2026.

For each Iowa PGA Golf Pass sold, the American Cancer Society® will receive 15% of sale of each card. ACS does not endorse any service or product. ACS will receive a minimum of $10,000 in connection with this promotion.

Hazeltine is a venue that needs no introduction to golf fans in the Midwest. Having hosted the 2002 and 2009 PGA Championships, the 2016 Ryder Cup, and the 2019 KPMG Women’s PGA, perhaps the most impactful news for our members and their networks is a unique promotion that bridges the gap between 2026 and the highly anticipated return of the Ryder Cup to Hazeltine in 2029.

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The PGA of America has announced a premier ticket incentive: Anyone who spends $1,500 or more on tickets for the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship (while supplies last) will receive guaranteed access to purchase two weeklong grounds tickets for the 2029 Ryder Cup, bypassing the lottery.

As we all know, Ryder Cup tickets are among the most difficult to get in all of sports. This offer allows fans to support world-class women’s golf—witnessing a $12 million purse and the likes of Nelly Korda or Minjee Lee—while effectively “locking in” their spot for the 2029 Ryder Cup

The game’s growth is not just a slogan; it is a statistical reality. There were nearly 8 million female golfers in 2024, a 41% increase since 2019. Women now account for more than one of every four golfers on the course. The Women’s game continues to be a huge part of growth in our industry.

We encourage you to share these opportunities with your memberships:

• Ticket Variety: From $45 Any Day Flex tickets to the elevated Club PGA experience on the 17th hole ($125).

• Junior Access: In our continued effort to grow the game, kids 15 and under receive free grounds access with a ticketed adult.

• Military Appreciation: Free access for Active Duty, Retirees, Veterans, and National Guard.

• Volunteerism: We are looking for 1,500 Volunteer Ambassadors to act as the face of the Championship.

As we look toward the 2026 Championship at Hazeltine, we see more than just a tournament; we see the future of our industry. Let’s ensure the Iowa PGA is well-represented in the galleries. For more information: www.kpmgwomenspgachampionship.com.

The Iowa PGA is very excited to welcome back Camelbak and Bushnell, Sterling Cut Glass, Shattuck-St. Mary’s, and PRG accessories as supporting sponsors of the 2026 Iowa PGA Junior Tour.

The Iowa PGA is happy to welcome back PRG Bespoke Golf Accesories. They offer many accessories in golf and they will bring some neat product to 2026.

Iowa PGA sales representative, John Novosel with Bushnell and Camelbak, will be supplying prizes for MAJOR and ACE Point Events administered by the Iowa PGA Section Staff in 2026. Juniors will win these gifts through contests that will be held during MAJOR and ACE event.

Sterling Cut Glass is another great sponsor who continues to supply great crystal for our Junior and Pee Wee Tour.

Shattuck-St. Mary’s Prep School. Shattuck-St. Mary’s is a college preparatory co-educational boarding and day school and located in Faribault, Minnesota. They offer students the opportunity to pair a challenging and motivating academic program of study with a focus concentration in athletics or the arts.

The Iowa PGA is excited for the 2026 season and to be partnering with all its sponsors. We would like to thank all our sponsors for their support and we are looking forward to great season of golf!

The Iowa PGA staff is looking forward to seeing all the junior golfers and families in the 2026 Junior Tour season!

The Spring Series features four Junior and three Pee Wee events. Two of spring tournaments are ACE point events on the Iowa PGA Junior Tour, two are a MAJOR point events. 2026 marks the eighth year of the Iowa PGA Spring Series. Spring Series events are open to non-members and members. Members will receive a discount on their entry fees for the Spring events. www.iowapgajuniorgolf.com

IOWA PGA JUNIOR SPRING SERIES

Iowa PGA Spring Series Junior at Ellis, April 4

Ellis Park GC | Cedar Rapids, Iowa

IAPGA Spring Junior Open, April 18-19 Ames G&CC | Veenker Memorial GC

IPGA Spring Series Junior at Muscatine, May 3 Muscatine Muni GC | Muscatine, Iowa

Principal Charity Classic, June 8 Wakonda Club | Des Moines, Iowa

IOWA PGA PEE WEE SPRING SERIES

Iowa PGA Spring Series Pee Wee at Ellis, April 4 Ellis Park GC | Cedar Rapids, Iowa

IAPGA Spring Pee Wee Open, April 18 Ames G&CC

IPGA Spring Series Pee Wee at Muscatine, May 3 Muscatine Muni GC | Muscatine, Iowa

2026 Senior PGA Championship

One of our Iowa PGA Professionals will be competing in the 2026 Senior PGA Championship, April 16-19, 2026 at The Concession Golf Club in Sarasota-Bradenton, Florida.

Jeff Schmid of Brown Deer Golf Club will compete.

PGA Professional Championship Qualifiers

Four of our Iowa PGA Professionals will be competing in the 59th PGA Professional Championship, April 2629, 2026, at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Bandon, Oregon.

Darin Fisher of William Penn University is joined by Sean McCarty of Brown Deer Golf Club, Jeff Schmid of Brown Deer Golf Club and Jay Giannetto of Elmwood Country Club.

The alternates in order are Dillon Baker of Pleasant Valley Golf Course, Ben Montgomery of Airport National Golf Course and Davis Sutton of Cedar Rapids Country Club.

WELCOME to the PGA GOLF MANAGEMENT PROGRAM at NEBRASKA!

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is one of only 18 schools in the United States with a PGA Golf Management Program accredited by the PGA of America. This comprehensive program prepares students to turn a game that they love into a career that they love, and engages them through classroom activities, laboratory experiences including individual and group golf lessons, an extensive player development program and high quality internship experiences on a global scale.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

Students seeking admission to the PGA Golf Management Program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln must meet University entrance requirements. For admittance into the PGA Golf Management Program, students must have:

• A genuine love of the game of golf

• An outgoing and engaging personality

• A verification of a USGA handicap of 12 or less

STUDENT ORGANIZATION

All of our students are members of the Student Club. Club activities include monthly meetings where industry experts are invited to come speak to the students, student-run tournaments held at courses in and around Nebraska including Wilderness Ridge, Arbor Links, Fremont Country Club, Bent Tree and Dakota Dunes, and social events like intramural sports, community service, growth of the game programming, watch parties for major sporting events and other fun activities.

INTERNSHIPS

An extremely important part of the educational experience involves our internship program. Every student will spend 16 months on paid internships gaining valuable hands-on experience in the golf industry. Our internship coordinator works with each student to tailor a set of experiences that complement the classroom education we provide. We have students interning from coast to coast, as well as internationally. Our students have worked at the Carnoustie, Pinehurst, Pebble Beach, Grove Golf Course in Chandler’s Cross, England and at Cape Kidnappers Golf Club in Awanga, New Zealand. At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, the sky’s the limit!

CURRICULUM

The PGA Golf Management curriculum consists of classroom studies, internships and player development activities. Upon graduation, students receive a Bachelor of Science degree in PGA Golf Management with a minor in an area of emphasis or two they are passionate about! Your academic advisor, a faculty member within the program, will help you determine the best pathway for

your unique goals.

Content within the PGA specific curriculum is divided into four distinct levels, with each building on the previous. The Qualifying Level provides some base knowledge in three key areas specific to the golf industry: Interpersonal Skills, Business Skills and Golf Instruction Skills. In Level 2, students will apply knowledge gained in Level 1 in a “hands-on” environment. Level 3 ties the three key areas together into one cohesive package.

STUDY ABROAD

Students have the opportunity to participate in short-term study abroad programs to Scotland and China, golf’s oldest and newest countries. Students earn credit and have access to generous study abroad scholarships!

Students can also participate in domestic study tours to see various aspects of the golf industry. This last season PGA students paired with turf students on a trip to Kansas City to see how vital the relationship is between the PGA Professional and GCSAA Superintendent at high performing facilities.

FACILITIES

On and off campus our students are provided with the best in golf to learn and improve their golf game. Our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities are a complete, diverse collection of technology to study and improve golf swing and ball flight, including three simulator spaces with over 300 courses in total. We have the only swing lab featuring a High-Speed Phantom Camera system and are the only program to feature all three of the major launch monitor systems on the market: TrackMan, Flight Scope, and the Foresight GC Quad.

Off campus students have access to nine partner golf courses including our home course Wilderness Ridge Country Club which hosts such events as the NAIA National Championship, Stage 1 of Korn Ferry Tour Q-School and other national events. Access includes private, semi-private and public courses so students always have a place to play and receive a variety of terrains, layouts and more.

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE?

To learn more or set up a visit you can visit Nebraska’s PGA Golf Management website at PGM.UNL.EDU.

Iowa PGA Foundation Scholarship

Scholarship APPLY TODAY

DEADLINE: June 16, 2026

annually awards a college scholarship in memory of Charlie Burkart, and Head PGA Professional at the Elmcrest Country Club in Cedar urpose of the scholarship is to assist students in furthering their h school graduate will be the 2024 Scholarship recipient in the for four years. Other previously graduated applicants will be cholarships awarded when possible.

ip DEADLINE: June 16, 2026

awards at least one $2000 ring a high school graduate golf to assist in furthering hip is funded by friends and

Scholarship

DEADLINE: September 10, 2026

eviously graduated applicants

Foundation annually awards a career advancement scholarship to assist individuals in furthering their education toward career development. Applicants who are interested in pursuing a career in the golf industry or other career requiring educational training are welcome to apply for a one year $1,000 scholarship.

Women’s Fairway Scholarship

DEADLINE: September 10, 2

The Iowa PGA Section Foundation annually awards one Women’s Fairway Scholarship t assist females in furthering their education and training toward a career in golf, pursuin membership with the PGA of America. Qualified, interested females are welcome to app The Women’s Fairway Scholarship is funded by Master PGA Professional Lisa Miller, th first female PGA member in the Iowa PGA Section and by her spouse Sharon Hawn a life educator, public health professional and avid golfer.

The

Max Shields

Scholarship

DEADLINE: September 10, 2026

The Max Shields Scholarship awards a $2,000 scholarship each year to anyone wishing to get into the golf business as a PGA Professional, Golf Course Superintendent or as a Club Manager. The criteria for recipients include interest and potential for future contributions to the game of golf in any of these fields in the golf business. They may be a graduating high school senior, post-graduate or even someone looking into golf as a second career.

2026 Iowa PGA Junior & Pee Wee Tour Tournament Schedule

Date Tournament Course

April 4

April 18-19 IAPGA Spring Junior Open

April 18 IAPGA Spring Pee Wee Open

May

May 3

June 8

June 9

June 10-11

June 10

June 12

June 14-18

Panorama NGC

Ridge GC/Walters Ridge GC

June 15-16 John Deere Classic Jr. 14-18 TPC Deere Run

June 15-16 John Deere Classic Junior Open 13 & Under TPC Deere Run

June 16

June 18

Veenker Junior Amateur Veenker Memorial GC

Iowa PGA 9-hole Jr at Kalona Kalona GC

June 18 Iowa PGA Pee Wee at Kalona Kalona GC

June 18 Optimist Junior Qualifier Bos Landen GC

June 22 Junior Tour Summer Kickoff Edmundson GC

June 22-24 2026 IA Junior Boys/Girls AM Championship Legacy GC

June 22 Pee Wee Tour Summer Kickoff Edmundson GC

June 25 Woodland Hills Junior Woodland Hills GC

June 29-30 Cedar Valley Junior Tour Championship Pheasant Ridge GC

June 30

June 29

Cedar Valley Pee Wee Tour Championship Walters Ridge GC

Junior Tour Classic at Ankeny Ankeny G&CC

June 29 Ankeny Pee Wee Ankeny G&CC

June 30 Beaver Creek Junior Beaver Creek GC

July 1 Legacy Junior Invitational The Legacy GC

July 5 Hunters Ridge Junior Hunters Ridge GC

July 5 Hunters Ridge Pee Wee Hunters Ridge GC

July 6-7

July 7

50th Iowa Girls Junior PGA Championship

Elmcrest CC

50th Girls Pee Wee Elmcrest CC

July 7-8 Des Moines Junior Willow Creek GC

July 7

Iowa City Junior at Brown Deer Brown Deer GC

July 8 Quad Cities Junior at Palmer Hills

July 9

National Pee Wee

Hills GC

July 11-12

July 12

July 13

July 14

Cobra-Puma Junior Cup Matches

Jefferson CC

Parent Junior at Fyre Lake Fykre Lake GC

Quad Cities Junior at Short Hills

Quad Cities Pee Wee at Short Hills

Short Hills CC

Iowa PGA Junior Championship Jester Park GC

July 14 Jester Park Pee Wee Jester Park GC

July 14

Iowa PGA Prairie Links Junior Prairie Links Center

July 14 Prairie Pee Wee Prairie Links Center

July 14-15

July 15

July 15-16

Quad Cities Junior at Glynns Creek Glynns Creek GC

Glynns Creek Pee Wee Glynns Creek GC

Galesburg Junior Open Bunker Links GC | Lake Bracken CC

July 15 Galesburg Pee Wee Bunker Links GC

July 16

Iowa Games Junior Veenker Memorial GC

Iowa Games Pee Wee Veenker Memorial GC

July 16 Pheasant Ridge Junior Pheasant Ridge GC

July 16 Walters Ridge Pee Wee Walters Ridge GC

July 17

July 20

July 20-21

July 20

July 22

Quad Cities Junior at Duck Creek Duck Creek GC

Quad Cities Pee Wee at Duck Creek Duck Creek GC

Quad Cities Junior at Pinnacle CC Pinnacle CC

Quad CIties Pee Wee at Pinnacle CC Pinnacle CC

Western Iowa Junior Open Carroll National GC | Fort Dodge CC

Western Iowa Pee Wee Carroll National GC

Iowa PGA Cedar Rapids Junior Gardner GC

Iowa PGA Junior at Blank

July 26 Western Illinois Junior

July 26 Western Illinois Pee Wee

July 27-28

Blank GC

Junior Tour Mid Summer Classic-18 hole Divisions Briarwood GC | Otter Creek GC

July 27-28 Morris Family Invitational The Cedar Rapids CC

July 27-28

July 27

August 3-4

Valley View Junior Championship Valley View C

Willow Creek Pee Wee Willow Creek GC

Iowa Junior Open Blue Top Ridge

August 9-10 Okoboji Junior Open Okoboji View GC | Brooks Golf

August 10 Iowa Junior Open 9-Hole Stone Creek GC

August 10

August 13

August 14

August 17

August 18-19

Iowa Pee Wee Open Stone Creek GC

Iowa PGA Junior Saddleback

Iowa PGA Pee Wee Saddleback

Saddleback GC

Iowa PGA Waterloo Junior Classic Irv Warren Memorial GC

Iowa PGA Waterloo Pee Wee Classic

Irv Warren Memorial GC

Echo Valley 9-Hole 15U Junior Classic Echo Valley CC

Pee Wee Tour Championship Echo Valley CC

Southeast Iowa Junior Open Flint Hills Municipal GC | Sheaffer Memorial GC

September 12-13 Albaugh Junior Invitational Talons Golf

September 20

September 26-27

Iowa PGA Junior Fall Series at Terrace Terrace Hills GC

Iowa PGA Pee Wee Fall Series at Terrace

Terrace Hills GC

Iowa PGA Junior Tour Fall Classic Geneva G&CC

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May 3 | Carrol National, Carrol, IA

May 31 | Terrace Hills GC, Altoona, IA

June 21 | Edmundson GC, Oskaloosa, IA

June 22 | Otter Creek GC, Ankeny, IA

June 25 | Lake Bracken CC, Galesburg, IL

June 26 | Ames G&CC, Ames, IA

June 28 | Pheasant Ridge GC, Cedar Falls, IA

June 30 | Jester Park GC, Granger, IA

July 7 | Gates Park GC, Waterloo, IA

July 8 | Highland Springs - First Tee, Rock Island, IL

July 9 | Emerald Hills GC, Arnolds Park, IA

July 12 | Eagle Ridge Spa, Galena, IL

July 13 | Glynns Creek GC, Long Grove, IA

July 13 | Indianola GC, Indianola, IA

July 14 | Prairie Links Golf & EC, Waverly ,IA

July 19 | Blue Top Ridge, Riverside, IA

July 22 |Gardner GC, Marion, IA

July 26 | Macomb CC, Macomb, IL

Local Qualifier | Private (Member ONLY)

June 13 | Thunder Hills CC, Peosta, IA

July 15 | Elmcrest CC, Cedar Rapids, IA

For those interested in marketing with us we will have spots available for you to place an ad. Take a look at our options below. If you wish to be a part of something in the Iowa PGA Golf scene, please feel free to email Greg Mason, Executive Director, gmason@pgahq.com

Iowa PGA Pee Wee Tour

A developmental tour for Juniors 13 & under

The Iowa Pee Wee Tour has over 30 events exclusively designed for juniors 13 and under who want to start experiencing tournament play. Parents are encouraged to participate as a caddy and to help with rules and etiquette on the course. The Iowa Junior Tour does not allow caddies or spectator assistance. Pee Wee players also do not accrue Player of the Year Points.

2026 Pee Wee Tour Events

• IAPGA Spring Series Pee Wee at Ellis

• IAPGA Spring Pee Wee Open

• IPGA Spring Series Pee Wee at Muscatine

• Elks Lodge Pee Wee

• Quad Cities Pee Wee at Emeis

• Dick Zapf Memorial Lake Panorama PW

• Twin Pines Pee Wee

• Iowa PGA Pee Wee at Kalona

• Pee Wee Tour Summer Kickoff

• Ankeny Pee Wee

• Cedar Valley Pee Wee Tour Championship

• Hunter Ridge Pee Wee

• 50th Girls Pee Wee

• Airport National Pee Wee

• Jester Park Pee Wee

• Prairie Links Pee Wee

• Galesburg Pee Wee

• Glynns Creek Pee Wee

• Iowa Games Pee Wee

• Western Iowa Pee Wee

• Western Illinois Pee Wee

• Willow Creek Pee Wee

• Iowa Pee Wee Open

• Iowa PGA Pee Wee Saddleback Ridge

• Iowa PGA Waterloo Pee Wee Classic

• Pee Wee Tour Championship

• Iowa PGA Pee Wee Fall Series at Terrace

$65 Membership Includes:

• Pee Wee Tour tee gift and divot tool

• Exclusive opportunity to compete in Pee Wee Tour and Junior Tour events administered by the Iowa PGA Section Staff

• Access to Pee Wee Tour & Junior Tour online directory, which includes information and registration on all tournaments.

• Interactive BlueGolf software, which has advanced features such as shot tracking, personal profile, Facebook integration, and more!

Iowa PGA Junior Tour

A full tournament experience for Juniors 18 and under

2026 Junior Tour MAJOR Point Events

• IAPGA Spring Junior Open

• Principal Charity Classic Junior

• 50th Iowa Boys Jr. PGA Championship

• 50th Iowa Boys Jr. PGA Championship 13U

• John Deere Classic Junior 14-18

• John Deere Classic Jr. Open 13 & Under

• Cedar Valley Junior Tour Championship

• Junior Cup Matches

• 50th Iowa Girls Jr. PGA Championship

• Galesburg Junior Open

• Western IA Junior Open

• JT Mid Summer Classic-18 hole Divisions

• Valley View Junior Championship

• Iowa Junior Open

• Southeast Iowa Junior Open

• Iowa PGA Junior Tour Fall Classic

2026 Junior Tour ACE Point Events

• IAPGA Spring Series Junior at Ellis

• IPGA Spring Series Junior at Muscatine

• Team Junior & Stroke Play

• Twin Pines Junior

• Junior Tour Summer Kickoff

• Hunters Ridge Junior

• Des Moines Junior

• Iowa PGA Junior Championship

• Iowa PGA Prairie Links Junior

• Quad Cities Junior at Glynns Creek

• Iowa PGA Cedar Rapids Junior

• Iowa PGA Junior at Blank

• Okoboji Junior Open

• Iowa PGA Junior Saddleback

• Iowa PGA Waterloo Junior Classic

• Iowa PGA Junior Fall Series at Terrace

For more information or registration, visit www.iowapgajuniorgolf.com or call the office at (319) 648-0026

The Iowa Junior tour has over 89 tournament opportunities in 2026. Play in competitive tournaments across Iowa and Western Illinois and compete for the Player of the Year!

$65 Membership Includes:

• Junior Tour tee gifts

• Exclusive opportunity to compete in Major and Ace Point events administered by the Iowa PGA Section Staff

• Ability to compete for the POY Title

• Access to the Junior Tour online directory, which includes information and registration on all tournaments.

• Interactive BlueGolf software is used, which has advanced features such as shot tracking, personal profile, Facebook integration, and more!

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PGA Winter & Tournament Championships Results

Nine of our Iowa PGA Professional’s competed in the PGA Winter Championships this past December - February in Port St. Lucie, Florida at the PGA Golf Club. Chad Proehl of Sugar Creek Golf Course, Judd Gibb of Hanson’s Custom Golf, Paul Del Vecchio of Crow Valley Golf Club, Jay Giannetto of Elmwood Country Club, Sean McCarty of Brown Deer Golf Club, Jeff Schmid of Brown Deer Golf Club, Jeff Smith of Harvest Point Golf Course, Bryan Luedtke of Bunker Links Golf Course and Tracy Vest of Lake House Sports all competed throughout the PGA Winter Championships. Great job to all ten of our Iowa PGA Professional’s!

Final results of each PGA Winter Championships Events

• Event #1 | Proehl (T7th) and Giannetto (T30th)

December 1-19, 2025

Port St. Lucie, Florida

• Event #2 | Vest (T19th), Proehl (T11th), Giannetto (T11th), Gibb (T27th)

• Event #3 | Vest (T3rd), Proehl (T20th), Giannetto (T24th), Gibb (T30th)

• Event #4 | Vest (T6th), Proehl (T6th), Gibb (T6th)

• Event #5 | Vest (T25th), Proehl (T4th), Giannetto (T53rd)

• Event #6 | Proehl (T17th), Giannetto (T24th), Gibb (T9th)

January - February 2026

Port St. Lucie, Florida

Judd Gibb Senior Stroke Play Championship 69-67=136, 8-under-par CHAMP

Final results of each PGA Winter Championships Events

• Quarter Century - Gibb, Proehl, Del Vecchio & Luedtke

• Senior Stroke Play Championship - McCarty, Gibb, Proehl, Luedtke, Del Vecchio & Smith

• Senior/Junior Team - Proehl, Giannetto, Vest

• Four-Ball Stableford Team Championship - Gibb, Schmid, Proehl, Luedtke

• Stroke Play Championship - Vest

Darin Fisher to Compete in John Deere Classic 2026

Darin Fisher, PGA of William Penn University Mens and Women’s Golf Coach will be competeing in the 2026 John Deere Classic as an excempt from capturing the 2026 Iowa PGA Professional Championship on July 15, 2025.

This will be Fisher’s 3rd PGA Tour apperance in the John Deere Classic. We are exctied for him and his family as they get ready to travel to Silvis, Illinois on July 2-5, 2026.

Good Luck Coach Fish!!

2025 Award Winners

Congratulations to Dillon Baker of Dillon Baker Golf Academy and Sarah Bidney of Hyperion Field Club on receiving the 2025 Operations 36 Golf Top 50 Master Golf List!!

Three of our Iowa PGA Golf Professionals have been named to the 2025 GRAA (Golf Range Association of America) Growth of the Game Teaching Professionals Elite Member Status, Sarah Bidney of Hyperion Field Club and Mark Egly of Des Moines Driving Range. Chelsea Soda of Echo Valley Country Club was named to the Top 100 Growth of the Game Teaching Professional. Des Moines Driving Range was named Stand-Alone Top 50.

2025 Iowa PGA Section Champion

2026 Trophies

Special thanks to Sterling Cut Glass for their continued sponsorship in providing championship Trophies for our Junior and Professional Events.

The Iowa PGA is excited for the 2026 season and to be partnering with all its sponsors. We would like to thank all our sponsors for their support and we are looking forward to great season of golf!

Above Pictured 2025

Iowa PGA Women’s Section Champion

Chelsea Soda of Echo Valley Country Club

2025 Iowa Senior PGA Professional Champion

Darin Fisher of William Penn University

Sean McCarty of Brown Deer Golf Club

Find a PGA Coach Near You!!!

Aaron Krueger, PGA

Wakonda Club

PGA General Manager

Des Moines, Iowa

Adam Kaufman, PGA

Washington Golf & Country Club

PGA Golf Instructor Washington, Iowa

Adam Luehmann, PGA

Beaver Hills Country Club

PGA Head Golf Professional Cedar Falls, Iowa

Adam Miller, PGA

Derby Grange Golf & Recreation

PGA Golf Instrutor Dubuque, Iowa

Adam Pritchard, PGA

Hyperion Field Club

PGA Director of Golf Johnston, Iowa

Allan Miller, PGA

Airport National Golf Complex

PGA Assistant Golf Professional Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Austin Kopp, PGA

Golfletics Performance Center

PGA Manager Coralville, Iowa

Ben Wagner

Wagner’s Golf

Retail Golf Facitlity Ames, Iowa

Ben Montgomery, PGA

Airport National Golf Course

PGA Assistant Professional Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Ben Splichal, PGA

Twin Pines Golf Course

PGA Head Golf Professional Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Brian Billmeier, PGA

Carroll National Golf Club

PGA Head Golf Professional Carroll, Iowa

Blake Newell

Iowa PGA Section

Tournament Assistant Riverside, Iowa

Brett Horton, PGA

Oak Run Golf Course

PGA Head Golf Professional Dahinda, Illinois

Brian Johnson, PGA

Elmcrest Country Club

PGA Director of Instruction

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Brian Kuddes, PGA

Spirit Hollow Golf Course

PGA Head Golf Professional Burlington, Iowa

Brian Lorenz, PGA

Back Nine - Waukee

PGA Director of Instruction Waukee, Iowa

Brian Russell, PGA

Elmcrest Country Club

PGA Head Golf Professional Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Brian Wernimont, PGA

Brown Deer Golf Club

PGA Assistant Professional Coralville, Iowa

Brian Wilson, PGA

Thunder Hills Country Club

PGA Head Golf Professional Peosta, Iowa

Butch Haveland, PGA

Palmer Hills Golf Course

PGA Golf Instructor Bettendorf, Iowa

Bryan Luedtke, PGA

Bunker Links Golf Course

PGA Head Golf Professional Galesburg, Illinois

Chasen Selson

Golf Galaxy - West Des Moines

Assistant Golf Fitting West Des Moines, Iowa

Chelsea Soda, PGA

Echo Valley Country Club

PGA Director of Instruction Norwalk, Iowa

Chris Winkel, PGA

Grand View University

PGA College Golf Coach

Des Moines, Iowa

Chris Seaboch, PGA

Des Moines Area Community College

PGA College Golf Coach Boone, Iowa

Chris Stauffer, PGA

Brown Deer Golf Club

PGA Assistant Golf Professional Coralville, Iowa

Cody Holck

Ankeny Golf & Country Club

Assistant Professional Ankeny, Iowa

Cody Park, PGA

Des Moines Golf & CC

PGA Assistant Golf Professional

West Des Moines, Iowa

Curtis Ingham, PGA

Otter Creek Golf Course

PGA Head Golf Professional Ankeny, Iowa

Dana Booth, PGA

Dubuque Golf & Country Club

PGA Golf Professional Dubuque, Iowa

Darin Justice, PGA

Hyperion Field Club

PGA Golf Professional Johnston, Iowa

Darin Fisher, PGA

William Penn University

PGA University Golf Coach Oskaloosa, Iowa

David Edwards, PGA

PGA Life Member Dubuque, Iowa

Dave Ranney, PGA

PGA Life Member Lamoni, Iowa

David Norman, PGA Brooks Golf

PGA Head Golf Professional Okoboji, Iowa

Dennis Elwell

The Harvester Golf Club

Assistant Professional Rhodes, Iowa

Deon Brown Galena Golf Course

Assistant Golf Professional Bettendorf, Iowa

Devin Goebel

Crow Valley Golf Club

Assistant Golf Professional Galena, Illinois

Dillon Baker, PGA

Dillon Baker Academy Golf Studio

Pleasant Valley Golf Course

PGA Teaching Professional Iowa City, Iowa

Don Winker, PGA

Des Moines Golf & Country Club

PGA Head Golf Professional West Des Moines, Iowa

Eric Drane, PGA

Oakwood Country Club

PGA Head Golf Professional Coal Valley, Illinois

Eric Mueller, PGA

Derby Grange Golf & Recreation

PGA Golf Instructor Dubuque, Iowa

Eric Stairs, PGA

RSV

Erin Strieck, PGA

Pinnacle Country Club

PGA Director of Golf Milan, Illinois

Gary Manes, PGA

Short Hills Country Club

PGA General Manager East Moline, Illinois

Gene Bears, Jr., PGA

PGA Professional Adel, Iowa

Greg Wilson, PGA

Cedar Creek Golf Course

PGA Direcor of Golf Ottumwa, Iowa

Greg Dingel, PGA

Veenker Memorial GC/Iowa State

PGA Head Golf Professional Ames, Iowa

Jaclyn Wojciechowski

Pinseekers Tiffin

Teaching Professional Tiffin, Iowa

Jacob Hesner

Iowa PGA Section

Junior Golf Coordinator Riverside, Iowa

Jake Mann, PGA

Macomb Country Club

PGA Head Professional Macomb, Illinois

Jacob Shultz, PGA

Thunder Hills Country Club

PGA Assistant Golf Professional Peosta, Iowa

Jacob Bermel, PGA

Pheasant Ridge Golf Course

PGA Assistant Golf Professional

Cedar Falls, Iowa

Jay Davis, PGA

GOLFTEC - CC Village

PGA Golf Instructor

Clive, Iowa

Janet Rooney, PGA

Des Moines Golf & CC

PGA Head Golf Professional

West Des Moines, Iowa

Jason Handeland, PGA

Coldwater Golf Links

PGA Golf Instructor Ames, Iowa

Jay Giannetto, PGA

Elmwood Country Club

PGA Head Golf Professional

Marshalltown, Iowa

Jeff Moore, PGA

PGA Professional

Iowa City, Iowa

Jeff Smith, PGA

PGA Life Member

Oskaloosa, Iowa

Jeff Chiodo, PGA

Jester Park Golf Course

PGA Head Golf Professional Granger, Iowa

Jeff Schmid, PGA

Brown Deer Golf Club

PGA Golf Instructor

Corallville, Iowa

Jesse Siegel, PGA

GOLFTEC - Des Moines

PGA Golf Instructor

Des Moines, Iowa

Jim Henry, PGA

EK Golf

PGA Director of Instruction

Urbandale, Iowa

Joe Butler, PGA

PGA Life Member

Burlington, Iowa

John Bermel, PGA

Pheasant Ridge Golf Course

PGA Director of Golf

Cedar Falls, Iowa

JR Millar, PGA

Lake Bracken Country Club

PGA General Manager

Galesburg, Illinois

John Schlaman, PGA

Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa

PGA Assistant Golf Pro

Galena, Illinois

John Shawver, PGA

Bos Landen Golf Club

PGA Assistant Golf Professional

Pella, Iowa

John Valliere, PGA

PGA Life Member

Eldridge, Iowa

Johnathon Thompson, PGA

Prairie Links G & Events Center

PGA Head Golf Professional Waverly, Iowa

Jon Waddell, PGA

Palmer Hills Golf Course

PGA Head Professional Bettendorf, Iowa

Jordan David, PGA

Waverly Muni Golf Course

PGA Head Golf Professional Waverly, Iowa

Joshua Clay, PGA

Finkbine Golf Course/Univ of Iowa

PGA General Manager

Iowa City, Iowa

Joshua Bowlin, PGA

Glynns Creek Golf Course

PGA Head Golf Professional Long Grove, Iowa

Judd Gibb, PGA

Hanson's Custom Golf

PGA Director of Instruction Fort Dodge, Iowa

Karissa Rempe

Ames Golf & Country Club

Assistant Professional Ames, Iowa

Kee Fryxell, PGA

Ottumwa Country Club

PGA Head Golf Professional

Ottumwa, Iowa

Ken Norland, PGA

Ankeny Golf & Country Club

PGA General Manager

Ankeny, Iowa

Kevin Trobaugh, PGA

Des Moines Golf & CC

PGA Assistant Golf Pro

Des Moines, Iowa

Kevin Monear, PGA

PGA Life Member

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Kris Smith, PGA

PGA Life Member Waukee, Iowa

Kyle Spence

Pleasant Valley Golf Course

Assistant Professional Iowa City, Iowa

Lance Marting, PGA

Dubuque Golf & Country Club

PGA General Manager Dubuque, Iowa

Lawrence Davies, PGA (LD)

PGA Life Member Solon, Iowa

Lisa Miller, PGA

PGA Life Member - Master Professional Coralville, Iowa

Mason Jobin, PGA

TPC Deere Run

PGA Head Professional Silvis, Illinois

Matthew Dail, PGA

Tour Edge Manufacturing

PGA Sales Rep

Muscatine, Iowa

Matt Erger, PGA

Airport National Golf Course

PGA Head Professional Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Matt Jennings

Bos Landen Golf Club

Head Golf Professional Pella, Iowa

Matthew Mikkelsen

Glen Oaks Country Club

Assistant Professional

West Des Moines, Iowa

Matt Romer, PGA

Derby Grange Golf & Recreation

PGA Golf Director

Dubuque, Iowa

Melanie Tomczuk

First Tee - Quad Cities

Director of Instruction

Davenport, Iowa

Mike Armes, PGA

Geneva Golf & Country Club

PGA Assistant Golf Professional Muscatine, Iowa

Mike Downing, PGA

Iowa Section Director of Player & Membership Development Riverside, Iowa

Michael Nedelcoff, PGA

PGA Life Member

Davenport, Iowa

Monte Meyer, PGA

South Hills Golf Course

PGA Head Professional Waterloo, Iowa

Morgan McMillan, PGA

Oneota Golf & Country Club

PGA Head Golf Professional Decorah, Iowa

Nathan Mohrhauser Foxhills

Assistant Golf Professional

Mark McMahon, PGA Ellis Golf Course

PGA Head Golf Professional Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Nathan Studtmann, PGA

First Galena Golf

Performance Studio

Golf Manufacturer Management Galena, Illinois

Nate Lubs, PGA

Gates Park Golf Course

PGA Head Golf Professional Waterloo, Iowa

Nicholas Stroschein

Bunker Hills Golf Course

Assistant Golf Professional Dubuque, Iowa

Nicholas Wadsager

Oakwood Country Club

Assisant Professional Coal Valley, Illinois

Parker Rolfes, PGA

8035 Platinum Fitness

PGA Golf Instructor Waukee, Iowa

Paul DelVecchio, PGA

PGA Life Member

Bettendorf, Iowa

Peyton Tanghe

TPC Deere Run

Assistant Golf Professional Silvis, Illinois

Peer Finstad, PGA

Crestmoor Golf Club

PGA General Manager Creston, Iowa

Richard Specht, PGA

PGA Life Member

Epworth, Iowa

Sam Rice, PGA

Ken Schall Golf

Performance Studios

PGA Golf Instructor

Norwalk, Iowa

Sarah Bidney, PGA

Hyperion Field Club

PGA Director of Instruction Johnston, Iowa

Scott Nugent, PGA

Ames Golf & Country Club

PGA Head Golf Professional Ames, Iowa

Sean McCarty, PGA

Brown Deer Golf Club

PGA Head Professional Coralville, Iowa

Seth Svejda, PGA

Ken Schall Golf Performance Studios

PGA Golf Instructor Norwalk, Iowa

Shawna Elliott, PGA

Crow Valley Golf Club

PGA Teaching Professional Davenport, Iowa

Shayne Shepherd

X-Golf Bettendorf

Assistant Golf Professional Bettendorf, Iowa

Sherry Newsome, PGA

The Silo Club

PGA Head Golf Professional Nevada, Iowa

Steve Hutton, PGA

Geneva Golf & Country Club

PGA Head Golf Professional Muscatine, Iowa

Steve Smith

Drake University Golf Coach Johnston, Iowa

Steve Charters, PGA

Gardner Golf Course

PGA Head Golf Professional Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Terry Anderson, PGA

PGA LIfe Member Iowa City, Iowa

Tess Goudy, PGA

Iowa Section

Assistant Executive Director & Junior Golf Director Riverside, Iowa

Thomas Tays, PGA Life Member

West Des Moines, Iowa

Thomas Hein, PGA Life Member

Iowa City, Iowa

Tommy Vining

Hyperion Field Club

Assistant Professional Johnston, Iowa

Todd Fowler, PGA

Golf Galaxy - Davenport

PGA Golf Instructor Davenport, Iowa

Todd Hajduk, PGA

TPC Deere Run

PGA General Manager Silvis, Illinois

Todd Norman, PGA

Brooks Golf

PGA Director of Golf Okoboji, Iowa

Travis Laudner, PGA

Rice Lake Golf & CC

PGA General Manager Lake Mills, Iowa

Travis Kruse

Beaver Hills Country Club

Assistant Professional Cedar Falls, Iowa

William Babcock

Hyperion Field Club

Assistant Professional Johnston, Iowa

Zachary McArthur

Crow Valley Golf Club

PGA Head Golf Professional Davenport, Iowa

Zach Steffen

Terrace Hills Golf Course

Assistant Golf Professional Des Moines, Iowa

Iowa PGA Junior Tour

New Membership Code NEWJR2026

Expires: July 1, 2026

Junior Tour Overview Pee Wee Overview

The Iowa PGA Junior Tour consists of single and multi-day events. Juniors will either play 9 or 18 holes on a tournament day. Some events will be played over two days. Players should be able to walk and carry their clubs for eighteen holes. Players should also be able to keep score and keep pace with the rest of the players. Events will be categorized into 4 different point levels: Major, Ace, Eagle or Birdie. The point level of the event will determine the amount of Player of the Year points awarded.

The Iowa PGA Pee Wee Tour will be celebrating 23 years in 2026! This developmental tour is exclusively designed for juniors, both boys and girls, that want to start experiencing tournament play. Your Pee Wee junior golfer will have fun interacting with his or her peers as well as enjoying time spent with parents! Parents are encouraged to caddie, help keep score, give advice and help with rules & etiquette. The courses may be modified in length and number of holes to cater to the beginner level Pee Wees.

11th Annual Junior Cup Matches

The 11th Annual Cobra Puma Junior Cup Matches is back in the Gateway Section for 2026. The Junior Cup Matches will be held July 11-12 at Jefferson City Country Club in Jefferson City, Missouri. The Iowa PGA Junior Tour team is looking to claim its fourth Cup Matches victory.

The Junior Cup Matches are a Ryder Cup Style event, which features members of the Iowa PGA Junior Tour facing off against members of the Gateway PGA Junior Tour. The tournament starts with Fourball matches on Saturday. Following the morning sessions, the teams will head back out onto the course for Foursome matches. The final day will conclude with singles matches.

The Gateway PGA Junior Tour team hosted the first ever Junior Cup Matches in 2015. The Gateway PGA claimed the first two Junior Cup Matches before tying the Iowa PGA in 2017, 2018 resulted in a third victory for the Gateway PGA. 2020 was not played due to the pandemic. The Iowa PGA junior captured wins in 2021 and 2022. The Gateway PGA Junior Tour captured the 2023 trophy. The Iowa PGA Juniors captured the 2024 and 2025 trophy.

The Iowa PGA will provide coverage of the 2026 Junior Cup Matches on www.iowapgajuniorgolf.com and on its social media pages.

The 2026 Iowa Junior Tour Team is comprised of players from the 2025 Player of the Year point list.

Uniforms by Cobra Puma

Iowa PGA Foundation Swings with Kids Program

How Does the Swings with Kids Program Work?

Our goal is to have PGA Professionals partner with school districts to raise funds for the equipment.The equipment is specially designed for safe, indoor and outdoor use and comes with complete curriculum and activities, allowing PE teachers to easily implement the program in their classes. Exposing more children to golf in a fun environment will hopefully encourage their continued play throughout life. This is a great way to strengthen golf in your school district!

Scholarship Opportunities 2026

Charlie Burkart Scholarship

The Iowa PGA Foundation annually awards a college scholarship in memory of Charlie Burkart, PGA member for 49 years and head professional at Elmcrest Country Club in Cedar Rapids for 42 years. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist students with their education. The scholarship is awarded to high school seniors who will continue contributing to the game of golf.

Career Advancement Scholarship

The Iowa PGA Section Foundation annually awards a career advancement scholarship to assist individuals in furthering their education toward career development. Applicants who are interested in pursuing a career in the golf industry or other career requiring educational training are welcome to apply for a one year $1,000 scholarship.

The Max Shield’s Scholarship

Women’s Fairway Scholarship

The Iowa PGA Section Foundation annually awards one Women’s Fairway Scholarship to assist females in furthering their education and training toward a career in golf, pursuing membership with the PGA of America. Qualified, interested females are welcome to apply. The Women’s Fairway Scholarship is funded by Master PGA Professional Lisa Miller, the first female PGA member in the Iowa PGA Section and by her spouse Sharon Hawn a lifelong educator, public health professional and avid golfer.

Morris Family Golf Scholarship

The Iowa PGA Section Foundation annually awards at least one $2000 Morris Family Scholarship to assist in furthering a high school graduate interested in or planning on playing college golf to assist in furthering their education. The Morris Family Scholarship is funded by friends and family. Scholarship winners are selected based on their experience and activity in golf, their desire to play college golf, leadership skills, high school activities and interest and financial need.

50TH PGA JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP

50th Iowa Boys Junior PGA Championship

June 10-11, 2026

Gates Park Golf Course Waterloo, Iowa

*Boys do not need to qualify for Section Championship, all are welcome*

50th Junior PGA Championship

July 28-31, 2026

Fields Ranch East & West Frisco, Texas

50th Iowa Girls Junior PGA Championship

July 6-7, 2026

Elmcrest Country Club Cedar Rapids, Iowa

*Girls do not need to qualify for Section Championship, all are welcome*

50th Junior PGA Championship

July 28-31, 2026

Fields Ranch East & West Frisco, Texas

*Two boys and two girls in the 14-18 Divisions will advance from the Iowa PGA Championship on to their respective National PGA Junior Championship site.

www.iowapgajuniorgolf.com

Echo Valley 9-Hole Junior Pee Wee Tour Championship

Echo Valley Country Club

Norwalk, Iowa

August 17, 2026

This will be an eagle point event on the Iowa PGA Junior Schedule. Open to members of the Iowa PGA Junior Tour.

All Age Divisions Will Play 9 Holes

Boys 14-15 Registration: $40

Boys 12-13

Boys 11 & Under

Girls 14-15 Registration: $40

Girls 13 & Under

The first tee time will go off at 7:30 am

The Pee Wee Tour Championship will be held in conjunction. Boys & Girls age 8-13 will play 9 holes. Boys & Girls age 7 and under will play 6-7 holes.

9-Hole Divisions

Registration: $40

Iowa PGA Contact Information

Tess Goudy: tgoudy@pgahq.com

Jacob Hesner: jhesner@pgahq.com

Blake Newell: bnewell@pgahq.com

Section Phone: (319) 648-0026

7-Hole Divisions

Registration: $35-$40

Echo Valley Information

Head PGA Pro: Matt Matthias Course Phone: (515) 285-0101

COURSES AND TRAVEL

Are you looking for a course that challenges your routine or would enjoy some golf related travel while exploring the state? Following a seemingly never ending winter, the urge to get out and on the courses is stronger than ever. Iowa ranks third in golf courses per capita. That creates opportunity to golf somewhere new at a whim. Drive, chip and putt your way across the state supporting the golf ecomomy and improving (or at least enjoying) your game.

IOWA & WESTERN ILLINOIS PGA MEMBERS & ASSOCIATES

BY FACILITY

1. 3T’s Inc - Webster City, IA

Noel Shahidi, PGA, A-21

2. 8035 Platinum FitnessWaukee, IA

Parker Rolfes, PGA, A-6

3. A.H. Blank GC - Des Moines, IA

Jeffrey Chiodo, PGA, A-4

4. Ahead - Johnston, IA

Clark Smith, A-20

5. Airport National Golf CourseCedar Rapids, IA

Matt Erger, PGA, A-1

Ben Montgomery, PGA, A-8

Allan Miller, PGA, A-8

Justin Valde, B-8

6. Amana Colonies GC - Amana, IA

Stephen Kahler, PGA, A-13

7. Ames G & CC - Ames, IA

Scott Nugent, PGA, A-4

Ayden Gordon, B-8

Karissa Rempe, B-8

Jack Cannon, B-8

Kieran Green, B-8

8. Ankeny G & CC - Ankeny, IA

Ken Norland, PGA, A-13

Cody Holck, B-8

9. Back Nine - Waukee- Waukee, IA

Brian Lorenz, PGA, A-6

10. Beaver Creek GC- Grimes, IA

Brett Long, PGA, A-1

11. Beaver Hills CC - Cedar Falls, IA

Adam Luehmann, PGA, A-1

Hannah Bermel, B-8

Travis Kruse, B-8

12. Blue Top Ridge At RiversideRiverside, IA

Michael McNamara, PGA, A-4

Mason Shawver, B-8

Sterling McIlravy, B-6

Dominic McCarin, B-8

13. Bos Landen GC - Pella, IA

Matt Jennings, B-1

John Shawver, PGA, A-8

Ryan Mace, B-8

14. Brad Wuhs Golf SalesWest Des Moines, IA

Bradley Wuhs, PGA, A-20

15. Briarwood GC - Ankeny, IA

John Dinnebier, PGA, A-13

Billy Keane, PGA, A-1

16. Briggs Woods GC- Webster City, IA

Blaine Buhr, B-1

17. Bright-Grandview GCDes Moines, IA

Carol Nitzschke-Henrich, PGA, A-1

18. Brooks Golf - Okoboji, IA

Davis Norman, PGA, A-1

Todd Norman, PGA, A-4

19. Brown Deer GC- Coralville, IA

Sean McCarty, PGA, A-1

Jeff Schmid, PGA, A-6

Brian Wernimont, PGA, A-8

Chris Stauffer, PGA, A-8

20. Bunker Hill GC - Dubuque, IA

Nick Stroschein, B-1

21. Bunker Links GC - Galesburg, IL

Bryan Luedtke, PGA, A-1

22. Burlington GC - Burlington, IA

Matthew Baschke, B-1

23. Callaway GolfJim Owens, PGA, A-20

24. Carroll National - Carroll, IA

Brian Billmeier, PGA, A-1

25. Cedar Creek GC- Ottumwa, IA

Greg Wilson, PGA, A-14

26. Cedar Rapids CC- Cedar Rapids, IA

Luke Donah, PGA, A-1

Kari Tomash, PGA, A-14

Davis Sutton, PGA, A-8

Dylan Eastman, B-8

27. Club Benchmarking- Des Moines, IA

Grant Feilmann, PGA - A-19

28. Coldwater Golf LinksAmes, IA

Jason Handeland, PGA, A-6

29. Copper Creek GC- Pleasant Hill, IA

Matt Scharingson, B-8

30. Crestmoor Golf Club- Creston, IA

Peer Finstad, PGA, A-13

31. Crow Valley GC- Bettendorf, IA

Zachary McArthur, PGA, A-1

Andrew Elliott, PGA, A-8

Shawna Elliott, PGA, A-6

Devin Goebel, B-8

32. Davenport CC- Pleasant Valley, IA

John Panek, PGA, A-13

Brian Delaney, PGA, A-1

Adam Soczka, B-8

Rochelle Beardsley, B-8

33. Deer Valley GC- Deer Grove, IL

CJ Wade, PGA, A-6

34. Derby Grange Golf & RecreationDubuque, IA

Matthew Romer, PGA, A-4

Adam Miller, PGA, A-6

Eric Mueller, PGA, A-6

35. Des Moines Area CC - Des Moines, IA

Chris Seaboch, PGA, A-12

36. Des Moines Driving RangeDes Moines, IA

Mark Egly, PGA, A-2

David Gantt, PGA, A-6

37. Des Moines G & CCWest Des Moines, IA

Matt Ruehling, PGA, A-13

Scott Howe, PGA, A-4

Janet Rooney, PGA, A-1

Don Winker, PGA, A-1

Mark Atchison, PGA, A-14

Kevin Trobaugh, PGA, A-8

Cody Park, PGA A-8

Alec Deaton, B-8

Andrew Reedy, B-8

38. Dick's Sporting Goods - Waterloo, IA

Nathan Porter, B-15

Doug Custis, B-23

39. Drake University - Des Moines, IA

Matt Lewis, PGA, A-12

Steve Smith, B-12

40. Dubuque G & CC - Dubuque, IA

Lance Marting, PGA, A-13

Dana Booth, PGA, A-6

41. Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa- Galena, IL

John Schlaman, PGA, A-1

Blake Baugh, B-8

42. Echo Valley CC- Norwalk, IA

Matt Matthias, PGA, A-13

Chelsea Soda, PGA, A-14

43. Edmundson GC - Oskaloosa, IA

Matt Sherlock, PGA, A-1

44. Ek Golf - Des Moines, IA

Jim Henry, PGA, A-14

45. Ellis GC - Cedar Rapids, IA

Mark McMahon, PGA, A-1

46. Elmcrest CC - Cedar Rapids, IA

Brian Johnson, PGA, A-14

Ellie Houston, B-8

Taylor Rehmer, B-24

47. Elmwood CC - Marshalltown, IA

Jay Giannetto, PGA, A-1

Tate Carlson, B-8

48. Emeis GC - Davenport, IA

Ron Thrapp, PGA, A-1

49. Emerald Hills GC - Arnolds Park, IA

Randy Rohlfsen, PGA, A-1

50. Finkbine GC/Univ of IowaIowa City, IA

Joshua Clay, PGA, A-13

51. First Galena Golf Performance

Studios- Galena, IL

Nathan Studtmann, PGA, A-19

52. First Tee - Quad CitiesBettendorf, Iowa

Melanie Tomczuk, B-14

Benjamin Frieden, B-14

53. Fox Hills- London, United Kingdom

Nate Mohrhauser, B-8

54. Fyre Lake GC - Sherrard, IL

Mark Krizic, PGA, A-1

55. Galena GC - Galena, IL

Deon Brown, B-8

56. Gardner GC - Marion, IA

Steve Charters, PGA, A-1

57. Gates Park GC- Waterloo, IA

Nate Lubs, PGA, A-1

58. Geneva G & CC - Muscatine, IA

Steve Hutton, PGA, A-1

Mike Armes, PGA, A-8

59. Glen Oaks CC- West Des Moines, IA

Matt Mikkelsen, B-1

Chad Tracy, B-8

60. Golf Club of Iowa - Marion, IA

Brian Buermann, PGA, A-9

61. Glynns Creek GC - Long Grove, IA

Josh Bowlin, PGA, A-1

62. Golf Galaxy - DavenportDavenport, IA

Todd Fowler, PGA, A-6

63. Golf Galaxy - West Des MoinesWest Des Moines, IA

Chaz Selsor, B-23

64. Golfletics Performance CenterCoralville, IA

Austin Kopp, PGA, A-15

65. GOLFTEC Country Club VillageClive, IA

Jay Davis, PGA, A-6

Daniel Fountain, B-6

66. GolfTEC- Des MoinesDes Moines, IA

Jesse Siegel, PGA, A-6

67. Grand View UniversityDes Moines, IA

Chris Winkel, PGA, A-12

68. Guttenberg GC - Guttenberg, IA

Zachary Hoffman, PGA, A-8

69. Hanson's Custom GolfFort Dodge, IA

Judd Gibb, PGA, A-14

70. Hawkeye Community CollegeWaterloo, IA

Micah Destival, PGA, A-12

71. Hickory Grove GC- Oelwein, IA

Chris Black, PGA, A-1

72. Hillcrest CC - Adel, IA

Nicklaus Fachman, B-7

73. Hyperion Field Club - Johnston, IA

Adam Pritchard, PGA, A-4

Sharnae Winters, PGA, A-1

Will Babcock, B-8

Sarah Bidney, PGA, A-14

Tommy Vining, B-8

74. Indianola GC - Indianola, IA

Jason Marvelli, PGA, A-1

Jake Trembly, B-24

75. Iowa Section- Riverside, IA

Greg Mason, PGA, A-11

Tess Goudy, PGA, A-11

Casey Harvey, PGA, A-11

Mike Downing, PGA, A-11

Jacob Hesner, B-11

Blake Newell, B-11

75. Irv Warren Memorial GCWaterloo, IA

Brad Clark, PGA, A-1

77. Jester Park Golf CourseGranger, IA

Jeff Chiodo, PGA, A-1

78. Ken Schall Golf Performance

Studio - Norwalk, IA

Ken Schall, PGA, A-6

Samuel Rice, PGA, A-6

Seth Svejda, PGA, A-6

Mitch Tucker, B-6

79. Lake Bracken CC- Galesburg, IL

JR Millar, PGA, A-13

80. Lake House SportsCoralville, IA

Bryan Haas, PGA, A-6

Tracy Vest, PGA, A-6

81. Lake Panorama- Panora, IA

Rob Riggins, B-1

82. Macomb CC - Macomb, IL

Jacob Mann, PGA, A-1

83. Monmouth CollegeMonmouth, IL

Cory Bizarri, PGA, A-12

84. Muscatine Municipal GCMuscatine, IA

Michael Hainline, PGA, A-1

Nick Crain, B-8

85. Net Par- Clive, IA

Jordan Weber, B-1

86. Nike Golf - Waukee, IA

Clark Smith, PGA, A-20

87. Oak Run GC - Dahinda, IL

Brett Horton, PGA, A-1

88. Oakwood GC- Coal Valley, IL

Eric Drane, PGA, A-1

John Kelly, PGA, A-6

Gabriel Beardsley, B-8

88. Okoboji View GC- Spirit Lake, IA

Curt Schnell, PGA, A-4

90. Oneota G & CC- Decorah, IA

Morgan McMillan, PGA, A-1

Thomas Knoke, B-8

91. Otter Creek GC - Ankeny, IA

Curtis Ingham, PGA, A-1

92. Ottumwa CC - Ottumwa, IA

Kee Fryxell, PGA, A-1

93. Palmer Hills GC - Bettendorf, IA

Jon Waddell, PGA, A-1

Butch Haverland, PGA, A-6

Alex Grell, B-8

94. PGA Magazine - Bettendorf, IA

Michael Scott, PGA, A-18

95. Pheasant Ridge GC - Cedar Falls, IA

John Bermel, PGA, A-4

Jacob Bermel, PGA, A-8

96. Pinnacle CC - Milan, IL

Erin Strieck, PGA, A-1

Dylan McAleer, B-8

97. Pinseekers Tiffin - Tiffin, IA

Jackie Wojciechowski, B-6

Emily Knoche, B-8

98. Pleasant Valley GC - Iowa City, IA

Dillon Baker, PGA, A-6

Kyle Spence, B-8

99. Prairie Links G & Event CenterWaverly, IA

Johnathan Thompson, PGA, A-1

100. Quail Creek GC - North Liberty, IA

Ted Lewis, PGA, A-1

101.Rice Lake G&CCLake Mills, IA

Travis Laudner, PGA, A-13

102. Sheik Golf, Inc. - Webster City, IA

Robert Shahidi, PGA, A-21

103. Short Hills CC- East Moline, IL

Gary Manes, PGA, A-13

Chipper Schrempf, PGA, A-1

Michael Schrempf, B-8

Matthew Wastyn, B-8

104.South Hills GC - Waterloo, IA

Monte Meyer, PGA, A-1

105.Spirit Hollow GC - Burlington, IA

Brian Kuddes, PGA, A-1

106. St. Ambrose UniversityDavenport, IA

Kevin Kwak, PGA, A-12

107. Sugar Creek GC- Waukee, IA

Chad Proehl, PGA, A-6

108. Sun Day Red - Polk City, IA

Chad Callan, PGA, A-15

109. Sunnyside CC - Waterloo, IA

Adam Squires, PGA, A-1

Seth Henrich, PGA, A-13

Ben Bermel, B-8

110. Terrace Hills GC- Altoona, IA

Rocky Sposato, PGA, A-13

Zach Steffen, B-8

Tannor Gardner, B-8

Mitchell Hewitt, B-8

111. The Harvester GC- Rhodes, IA

Adam Copeland, PGA, A-8

Dennis Elwell, B-8

112. The Meadows GC- Dubuque, IA

Jeremy Hawkins, PGA, A-1

Bo Burgmeier, B-8

Craig Collins, B-8

113. The Silo - Nevada, IA

Sherry Newsome, PGA, A-1

114. Thunder Hills CC - Peosta, IA

Travis Hall, PGA, A-13

Brian Wilson, PGA, A-1

Jacob Shultz, PGA, A-8

115. Tour Edge Golf ManufacturingIllinois City, IL

Matthew Dail, PGA, A-20

116. Tournament of Iowa - Polk City, IA

Stephen Kahler, PGA, A-13

117. TPC At Deere Run - Silvis, IL

Todd Hajduk, PGA, A-13

Mason Jobin, PGA, A-1

Peyton Tanghe, B-8

118. Troon Golf ManagementNorwalk, IA

Roy Michael, PGA, A-9

119. Twin Pines Golf CourseCedar Rapids, IA

Ben Splichal, PGA, A-1

120. Urbandale G&CC - Urbandale, IA

JT Manjoine, B-1

Douglas Curtis, B-8

121. Veenker Mem GC/Iowa StateAmes, IA

Greg Dingel, PGA, A-1

122. Wagner's Golf - Ames, IA

Ben Wagner, B-15

Classfications

PGA Members are classified as Class A.

PGA Associates are currently working through education and are classified as Class B.

A-8: Associate Professional

A-9: Golf Executive A-11: Associate Manager

A-12: College or University Coach A-13: General Manager

A-14: Director of Instruction

A-20: Sales Rep

A-22: Rules Official *Information as of March 30, 2026*

123. Wakonda Club - Des Moines, IA

Aaron Krueger, PGA, A-13

Tyler Christians, PGA, A-8

Kai Nelles, B-14

124. Washington G&CC - Washington, IA

Adam Kaufman, PGA, A-6

125. Waveland GC - Des Moines, IA

Jeff Chiodo, PGA, A-1

Joel Miles, PGA, A-8

126. Waverly Municipal GC

Waverly, IA

Jordan David, PGA, A-1

127. Westwood GC - Newton, IA

Bradley Sponseller, PGA, A-1

128. William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA

Darin Fisher, PGA, A-12

129. Willow Creek GC West Des Moines, IA

Gabe Honnold, B-1

130. X-Golf Bettendorf - Bettendorf, IA

Shayne Shepherd, B-8

Peyton Perez, B-8

Our Mission

The Iowa PGA Foundation utilizes the game of golf to positively impact lives through charitable giving with emphasis on scholarships, junior golf, and injured veterans.

www.iowapgajuniorgolf.com

Injured Veterans

Supporting programs and services that help our injured veterans. In 2007, the Iowa PGA formed a partnership with Riverside Casino and Golf Resort and Iowa City VA Health Care System to form the GIVE Foundation. This Foundation is a not-for-profit organization to provide a structured golf program for injured veterans.

Scholarship Opportunitys

Charlie Burkart Scholarship

The Iowa PGA Foundation annually awards a college scholarship in memory of Iowa Golf Hall of Famer, Charlie Burkart, PGA member for 49 years and head professional at the Elmcrest Country Club in Cedar Rapids for 42 years. At least one high school graduate will be the 2026 recipient of $1500 per year for four years.

Morris Family Scholarship

Career Advancement Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to PGA Associates and previously graduated. Their experience and activity in golf, their future career goals, leadership skills and financial needs.

Women’s Fairway Scholarship

Max Shields Scholarship

The Max Shields Scholarship awards a $2,000 scholarship each year to anyone wishing to get into the golf business as a PGA Professional, Golf Course Superintendent or as a Club Manager.

Swings with Kids

This program helps kids excel by introducing them to life skills that the game of golf provides. Teaching life skills including character, honesty, integrty, respect, perseverance, and cooperation.

Tri-Golf Set-$700

Plastic golf equipment specifically designed for children in K-5th Grade.

Golf Xtreme Set-$1,250

Real golf equipment specifically designed for children in grades 6th-8th to be exposed to more advanced golf techniques.