IAGA Quick Hits – 8.15.24

Global Golf Post – Empowering the Women’s Golf Boom: State-Level Advocates Driving Lasting Growth

Below is a great story from Global Golf Post Women on grass-roots initiatives to grow the women’s game.

Women’s golf is experiencing a significant resurgence, with participation reaching levels not seen since before 2007. Key to sustaining this growth are state golf associations, which are creating dedicated roles, like directors of women’s golf, to focus solely on women’s tournaments and programs.

These roles, filled by passionate advocates like Sidney Overman (Chicago District GA), Ryanne Haddow (Florida State GA) and Holly Noble (Minnesota GA) , aim to keep women engaged in the game by directly addressing their needs and preferences, ultimately fostering long-term growth in women’s golf.

GAP Magazine – Magic at McCall

John Brooks witnessed an incredible golfing feat at McCall Golf Club in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania on May 4 when his friends, Paul Cornely and Wayne Bevilacqua, both scored holes-in-one during the same round. Cornely’s ace came first on the 123-yard 9th hole, followed by Bevilacqua’s on the 95-yard 15th hole, leaving the group in awe. Despite the remarkable odds of 1 in 823,000, the longtime friends celebrated the unforgettable day on the course.

Lauren Coughlin on VSGA’s ‘Golf in the Commonwealth’ Podcast

Virginia native Lauren Coughlin, riding high from her recent win at the CPKC Canadian Open, has surged into contention for a spot on the U.S. Solheim Cup team. Join host Chris Lang as Coughlin discusses her standout season and her excitement about potentially representing her country at the Solheim Cup in her home state at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club.

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