IAGA Quick Hits – 9.19.24

Virginia’s Lauren Greenlief and Alex Austin at the U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship 

Story from Virginia State Golf Association

Congratulations to Lauren Greenlief and Alex Austin for incredible runs at the U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship this week! Austin advanced to the quarterfinals for the second straight year, after eventually falling 6 and 5 to Lindsay Gahm of Louisville, KY. Greenlief, competing in her ninth U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur, defeated number 1 seed Jacqueline Setas of East Lansing, MI in the quarterfinals, but was defeated 2 and 1 by Gahm, Austin’s opponent in the previous round, in the semifinals. Greenlief also made the ninth known hole-in-one in championship history in her Round of 64 victory on Monday.

 

Miami Valley Golf’s Next Studio

Story from Miami Valley Golf

The GolfNEXT Studio, a new initiative at the YMCA Northwest Health and Wellness campus in Dayton, is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and accessibility in golf. Featuring simulators, a putting green, and equipment suitable for all ages, the studio aims to foster diversity, provide educational opportunities, and enhance community wellness. It also supports youth programs such as “Golf. My Future. My Game.”

 

AZ Golf’s Catherine Carmignani Puts Ascendant Career Track to Work in Arizona

Story from GGP Women

Catherine Carmignani’s career has been a journey of growth and leadership. After a decade in collegiate sports, she entered the golf industry in 2019 with Mass Golf, quickly rising to assistant executive director. Now, she steps into a new role as the executive director of AZ Golf. Carmignani’s success highlights her commitment to inspiring women in sports administration and creating a lasting impact in golf.