Iowa PGA News

Jerry Johnson – PING Regional Club Fitter of the Year

Jerry Johnson named Regional PING Club Fitter of the Year On January28, Phoenix Arizona:  PING announced today that Jerry Johnson at Elmwood Country Club has been honored as a 2009 PING Regional Club Fitter of the Year. The company, which pioneered custom fitting nearly 40 years ago, recognized Johnson for his continuing commitment to custom fitting and its value to golfers of all abilities. “Jerry shares our belief that if golfers take the time to get custom fit, they’ll see improved performance on the golf course. His attention to detail and passion for service ensure golfers benefit from... Read More

Aaron Krueger – February 2010 PROfile

Name: Aaron Krueger, PGA College/University: University of Iowa Year Turned Pro: 2003 Facility and Job Title: Pinnacle Country Club – Milan, Illinois, Head Golf Professional What was your motivation to become a PGA Professional? I wanted to do something that I love everyday. As a PGA Professional I am able to interact with great people, operate a business, teach and play a wonderful game. What is your specialty in the golf business? Customer service, running golf tournaments and owning the operation. What are some of your professional accomplishments? 2007 Iowa PGA Assistant of the Year,... Read More

Six to Be Added to the Iowa Golf Hall of Fame in 2010

The Iowa Golf Association is pleased to announce the election of six new members to the Iowa Golf Hall of Fame, including two individuals added under the Historical category.  The “Class of 2010” will raise the total membership in the Iowa Golf Hall of Fame to 49. Current PGA Champions Tour star Lonnie Nielsen of Belle Plaine and renowned PGA Tour instructor Mike Bender, a Waterloo native, will be joined by be two-time Iowa PGA Golf Professional of the Year Jim Hasley of Davenport and golf turf industry leader Steve Tyler of Waverly. In the historical category former Des Moines area club professional... Read More

Principal Charity Classic Discount for Hockey Game

The Des Moines Buccaneers hit the Ice Thursday, February 11 and they would like to extend a special offer.  All friends of the Principal Charity Classic will enjoy $6 tickets for the Bucs vs. the Omaha Lancers. Tickets must be purchased by calling the Buccaneers box office at 515-278-2827 x2106, or by e-mailing brant@bucshockey.com.  Please use the promotional code Charity Classic when ordering; online orders are not available for this offer.  All ticket orders will require a credit card at the time of purchase and all tickets will be available for pickup the night of the game. For more... Read More

The Principal Charity Classic to Sponsor Iowa Junior Tour

The Iowa PGA would like to introduce and welcome a new sponsor for the Iowa Junior Tour.  The Principal Charity Classic will be the title sponsor of the 2010 Iowa Junior Tour.  This is a great new partnership with this Champions Tour event and the Iowa PGA is excited to welcome The Principal Charity Classic as title sponsor of the Iowa Junior Tour. The Principal Charity Classic, the only Champions Tour event in Iowa, was recognized nationally as the Tour’s “Best Event” in 2009, based on attendance records, community support and charitable impact. In its first three years, the tournament... Read More

Dean Capesius on Teaching

Dean Capesius on Teaching Make Your Indoor Facility Reflect the Outdoors January 20, 2010; From PGA Best Practices: Teaching Dean Capesius, the 2009 Iowa PGA Section Teacher of the Year, is the PGA head professional at Spring Valley Golf Course and the founder of Capesius Golf Academy in Livermore, Iowa. Dean Capesius on the importance of bringing the outdoors inside: Rather than letting my students stash their golf clubs in the closet for the winter months, I wanted the opportunity to continue teaching them year-round. About five years ago, I started an indoor practice facility that was renovated... Read More

The Principal Financial Group Renews Tournament Sponsorship for 2011-12

The Principal Financial Group® has extended its agreement to remain the title sponsor of The Principal Charity Classic, keeping a world-class Champions Tour golf tournament in Des Moines through 2012. “Our decision to renew this sponsorship reaffirms our ongoing commitment to the greater Des Moines community,” said Larry Zimpleman, chairman, president and CEO, The Principal®. “With the help of our employees, volunteers, community partners, and sponsoring businesses, we look forward to taking this charitable event to new levels. We’re proud and excited to keep this top... Read More

2010 Iowa PGA Spring Meeting

The 2010 Iowa PGA Spring Meeting will be held on Monday, March 29 at Riverside Casino & Golf Resort.  Education will be provided in the morning with a lunch following and business meeting starting at approximately 1 p.m.  Additional details will be provided in the coming weeks so mark your calendars and plan to attend.  Iowa PGA Members will receive hour for hour mandatory education MSR and 2 mandatory meeting MSR per hour when attending.  Read More →

Joshua Carter – January 2010 Profile

Name:  Joshua Carter, PGA College/University: Western Illinois University Year Turned Pro: 2004 Facility and Job Title: Davenport Country Club, Assistant Golf Professional What was your motivation to become a PGA Professional? Helping everyone enjoy the game. I thought it would be fun to make the game I love my business and career. What is your specialty in the golf business? Being motivated to succeed each day! I try to convey my passion to members, guests and anyone else I encounter on a day-to-day basis. Accomplishments (Awards, Certifications, and Tournaments.) 2009 Iowa Section Assistant... Read More

Dustin Miller – December 2009 Profile

Name: Dustin Miller College/University: Mid-America Nazarene University Year Turned Pro: 2002 Facility and Job Title: Ellis Golf Course, Head Golf Professional What was your motivation to become a PGA Professional? I love what I do. I really wanted a career where I could help people do something they enjoy. What is your specialty in the golf business? My specialty would be in my teaching. I feel that I can really help people become better golfers and enjoy the game. What was your greatest moment in golf? From a playing standpoint, the greatest moment would be the first tournament I won as a... Read More

Iowa Junior Tour Title Sponsorship Available!

The Iowa PGA is currently accepting proposals for businesses that would like to become the title sponsor of the 2010 Iowa Junior Tour & Pee-wee Tour.  The Iowa Junior Tour is comprised of over 800 junior golfers ages 21 and under.   The 2010 Iowa Junior Tour consists of over 60 events throughout Iowa and Western Illinois from June through mid-August.  The Iowa Junior Tour and Pee-wee Tour provides junior golfers with the opportunity to compete in professionally administered golf tournaments during the summer months.  Below are a few of benefits that the title sponsor of the Iowa Junior... Read More

New Iowa PGA Facebook Fan Page

The Iowa PGA Section has just launched the new Facebook fan page.  Facebook members are encouraged to become a fan and be eligible to win Iowa PGA merchandise and golf related products through drawings only available to Iowa PGA Facebook Fans.  To become a fan just click the button that says “Become a Fan” in the Facebook box on the right-hand side of this page.  If you are not a current Facebook member you will have the opportunity to create a free account after clicking the button. We will be doing weekly drawings so be sure to get in on the fun and become eligible to win!  Read More →

Tom McCann – November 2009 PROfile

Name: Tom McCann, PGA College/University: University of Northern Iowa Year Turned Pro: 1982 Facility and Job Title: Cedar Rapids Country Club, Head Professional What was your motivation to become a PGA Professional? To become recognized as a quality instructor and a leader in the Golf Profession. What is your specialty in the golf business? I would say my specialty would be teaching. It has been extremely rewarding for me to help golfers of all ages and skill levels improve. What are some of your accomplishments in the golf industry? 1995 Iowa Section Teacher of the Year; 1998 Iowa Section Merchandiser... Read More

Senior PGA Professional National Championship – Oct. 29th – Nov. 1st

The Senior PGA Professional National Championship is being held October 29th – November 1st, 2009 at PGA Golf Club in Port St. Lucie, Fl on both the Wanamaker Course & Dye Course.  264 PGA Professionals from all 41 PGA Sections are competing in this weeks 72-hole event.  The field will be cut to the low 70 plus ties after round 2 to compete for the $285,000 purse with the winner taking home $20,000.  The Iowa Section PGA is represented by 5 PGA Professionals who qualified through the 2009 Iowa PGA Senior PGA Professional National Championship held at Glen Oaks Country Club on Oct.... Read More

2009 All Star Pro Golf Iowa PGA Awards Lucheon

2009 All Star Pro Golf Iowa PGA Awards Luncheon Riverside Casino & Golf Resort Tuesday, October 27th, 2009 The 2009 All Star Pro Golf Iowa PGA Awards Luncheon was held on Tuesday, October 27th at Riverside Casino and Golf Resort in Riverside, Iowa.  All the award winners listed below along with the 2009 Iowa Junior Tour Player Of the Year Award Winners were honored at this Luncheon.  The Iowa PGA would like to thank Dave Brostrom and All Star Pro Golf for their continue support and sponsorship of this great event.  The Iowa PGA would also like to thank John Dinnebier and his selection committee... Read More

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