Advanced Junior League

Interested in preparing for high school golf? You’re invited to receive instruction from our PGA professional, John Shawver, and to compete with other area junior golfers.

The program is designed for youth ages 10–15. Please email golfcourse@grinnell.edu and let us know you’re interested in participating. The cost of the program is $150, which includes instruction, greens fees, Youth On Course Membership, merchandise, and awards.

  • Instructional Days
    • Friday, June 17 from 8 am – 9:30 am
    • Friday, June 24 from 8 am – 9:30 am
  • Play Days
    • July 1, 8, 15, 22
    • Championship on August 5
    • Each play day will be from 8 am to approximately 10:30 am

Attendance is not required at all sessions.

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Light the Night

Light The Night

You haven’t done this before….

Wednesday, July 3rd

We welcome anyone to come and participate in the Light the Night Challenge.  The closest thing resembling this event would be those of you that have tried Topgolf.  We will light up our 9th hole teeing area and green for this one…  Event Rules will be as follows:

    • Begins at 9 pm.
    • 1 Hole Player vs Player Match Play
    • No ties; tiebreaker is decided by whomever was closer to the pin in regulation
  • Single Elimination
  • Entry Fee:  $25
  • Field:  The first 32 paid entrants
    • All participants will play from approximately 135 yards
  • Prizes:  A purse based on the final field will be communicated.

We will have a DJ playing music, an Emcee announcing, and all the fun you can handle!

To Register, please complete the following contact form:

Name(Required)

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Light The Night

You haven’t done this before…

Friday, July 29th

We welcome anyone to come and participate in the Light the Night Challenge.  The closest thing resembling this event would be those of you that have tried Topgolf.  We will light up our 9th hole teeing area and green for this one…  Event Rules will be as follows:

    • Begins at 9 pm.
    • 1 Hole Player vs Player Match Play
    • No ties; tiebreaker is decided by whomever was closer to the pin in regulation
  • Single Elimination
  • Entry Fee:  $50
  • Field:  The first 36 paid entrants
  • Prizes:  A purse based on the final field will be communicated.

We will have a DJ playing music, an Emcee announcing, and all the fun you can handle!

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The Invitational

July 14th – 16th

Come enjoy golf, comradery, cuisine, music, prizes and entertainment.  You and a partner of your choice are invited to join us for our premier golf event, The Invitational.

This event promises to keep you and your partner entertained over 3 days.  No matter your age or ability, we have a format that will allow your 2-person team to participate at a competitive level.

Your team’s $500 registration fee provides your team 72 Holes of Golf, $200 in Tournament Gifts, Prizes, 5 meals, & 1 Unique Golf Experience.  Players’ families are welcome to watch and use the course’s facilities throughout the event.

  • Tentative Schedule
    • Thursday, July 14th
      • Optional practice rounds starting via tee time at 11:30 am
      • Lunch available in the Crawford Pub
    • Friday, July 15th
      • 7 am:  Registration and Practice Range Open
        • only a short range and putting green onsite, full range available at Ahren’s Park (1 mile East of the course)
      • 8 am:   Brunch and tournament information ~ Players
      • 9 am:   Match 1
      • 11 am:   Match 2
      • Lunch provided ~ Players
      • 1 am:  Match 3
      • 6 pm:  Happy hour and horderves~ Players & Spouses (country club casual)
    • Saturday, July 16th
      • 7:30:  Breakfast ~ Players
      • 8:30:  Match 4
      • 10:30:  Match 5
      • Lunch provided during play ~ Players
      • 1:00:  Shoot-Out for qualifying teams
      • 3:00:  Awards

Open to the first 30 paid teams.  Email golfcourse@grinnell.edu to inquire further.

Payment can be made in the Pro Shop with cash, credit or check.  Checks can be mailed to 933 13th Ave, Grinnell, IA  50112.  Credit Card payments may also be called in.

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The Invitational

The Invitational

July 18th – 20th

Come enjoy golf, comradery, food and prizes. You and a partner of your choice are invited to join us for our premier golf event, The Invitational. This is a “member-guest” type event without having to be a member anywhere!

Format of the event will be 2-person matchplay, counting the 1 low net ball. Flights and handicapping will be done via the GHIN handicap system. An active GHIN is highly preferred, but please reach out if you do not have one. A mixture of tees will be used with men 59 & under using our middle and back tees, and men 60 & over and all ladies using our front and middle tees.

Your team’s $250 registration fee provides your team 27 holes of golf, optional practice round on July 13th, and prizes.

  • Schedule of events:
  • Thursday, July 18th
    • Optional practice rounds starting via tee time at 11:30 am
  • Friday, July 19th
    • 7 am: Registration and Practice
      • Grill will be open to purchase breakfast sandwiches
    • 7:45: Rules and Information
    • 8 am: Match 1
    • 10:30 am: Match 2
    • 1:00 pm: Match 3
      • Grilled Lunch will be provided as players make the turn
  • Saturday, July 20th
    • 9 am:  Match 4
    • 11 am:  Match 5
      • Lunch will be provided as players make the turn
    • 1:30:  Top teams from each flight plus wildcards will make the shootout.
    • 3:30 pm: Appetizers and Prizes in the Lounge

Open to the first 24 paid teams. Email golfcourse@grinnell.edu to inquire further. Payment can be made in the Pro Shop with cash, credit or check. Checks can be mailed to 933 13th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112. Credit Card payments may also be called in.

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GCGC Championships – Open to Everyone

GCGC Championships – Open to Everyone

Sunday, July 31st

We will be hosting the Grinnell College Golf Course Championships on Sunday, July 31st.  Come experience Grinnell College Golf Course at its best!  An active GHIN handicap index is required to receive net awards.  This event will be free for youth competitors and $20 for all other divisions which will include:

  • Gross Skins
  • Net Skins
  • Low Gross payouts
  • Low Net payouts (flights determined by number of participants)

The divisions will be set up as follows:

  • Youth Division (Free):
    • 15 & Under
    • 9 Holes:  Red tees
    • Not eligible for payouts
  • Men’s Open Division
    • Men wishing to compete for the GCGC Championship
    • 27 Holes
      • 18 Holes:  Diamond Course (White/Honor G)
      • Top 12 qualifiers reflighted to play 9 holes:  Honor G tees
  • Women’s Open Division
    • Women wishing to compete for the GCGC Championship
    • 18 Holes: Red tees
  • Men’s Senior Division
    • Men ages 60 and over wishing to compete for the senior division
    • 18 Holes:  Circle Course (Red/White)
  • Women’s Senior Division
    • Women ages 60 and over wishing to compete in the senior division
    • 9 Holes:  Red tees
  • Men’s Super Senior Division
    • Men 75 and older wishing to compete in the super senior division
    • 9 Holes: Red tees

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GCGC Championships

GCGC Championships

Sunday, July 31st

We will be hosting the Grinnell College Golf Course Championships on Sunday, July 31st.  Come experience Grinnell College Golf Course at its best!  An active GHIN handicap index is required to receive net awards.  This event will be free for youth competitors and $20 for all other divisions which will include:

  • Gross Skins
  • Net Skins
  • Low Gross payouts
  • Low Net payouts (flights determined by number of participants)

The divisions will be set up as follows:

  • Youth Division (Free):
    • 15 & Under
    • 9 Holes:  Red tees
    • Not eligible for payouts
  • Men’s Open Division
    • Men wishing to compete for the GCGC Championship
    • 27 Holes
      • 18 Holes:  Diamond Course (White/Honor G)
      • Top 12 qualifiers reflighted to play 9 holes:  Honor G tees
  • Women’s Open Division
    • Women wishing to compete for the GCGC Championship
    • 18 Holes: Red tees
  • Men’s Senior Division
    • Men ages 60 and over wishing to compete for the senior division
    • 18 Holes:  Circle Course (Red/White)
  • Women’s Senior Division
    • Women ages 60 and over wishing to compete in the senior division
    • 9 Holes:  Red tees
  • Men’s Super Senior Division
    • Men 75 and older wishing to compete in the super senior division
    • 9 Holes: Red tees

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Men’s League Meeting

Monday, April 4th

6 pm – 7 pm (NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship game on to follow)

Grinnell College Golf Course Lounge

Interested in playing Tuesday night league at Grinnell College Golf Course this year?  Come out to this annual meeting to learn more about the costs, format, and schedule.  All men 18 & older are welcome to participate.  Golfers of all abilities are welcome as golf handicaps are utilized.

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Men’s League Meeting

Monday, April 4th

6 pm – 7 pm (NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship game on to follow)

Interested in playing Tuesday night league at Grinnell College Golf Course this year?  Come out to this annual meeting to learn more about the costs, format, and schedule.  All men 18 & older are welcome to participate.  Golfers of all abilities are welcome as golf handicaps are utilized.

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GCGC Championships

GCGC Championships

Sunday, August 1st

We will be hosting the Grinnell College Golf Course Championships on Sunday, August 1st.  Come experience Grinnell College Golf Course at its best!  An active GHIN handicap index is required to receive net awards.  This event will be free for youth competitors and $20 for all other divisions which will include:

  • Gross Skins
  • Net Skins
  • Low Gross payouts
  • Low Net payouts (flights determined by number of participants)

The divisions will be set up as follows:

  • Youth Division (Free):
    • 15 & Under
    • 9 Holes:  Red tees
    • Not eligible for payouts
  • Men’s Open Division
    • Men wishing to compete for the GCGC Championship
    • 27 Holes
      • 18 Holes:  Diamond Course (White/Honor G)
      • Top 12 qualifiers reflighted to play 9 holes:  Honor G tees
  • Women’s Open Division
    • Women wishing to compete for the GCGC Championship
    • 18 Holes: Red tees
  • Men’s Senior Division
    • Men ages 60 and over wishing to compete for the senior division
    • 18 Holes:  Circle Course (Red/White)
  • Women’s Senior Division
    • Women ages 60 and over wishing to compete in the senior division
    • 9 Holes:  Red tees
  • Men’s Super Senior Division
    • Men 75 and older wishing to compete in the super senior division
    • 9 Holes: Red tees

To Register:

Please email the Pro Shop at golfcourse@grinnell.edu with any questions.  Registered participants will be assigned a tee time and will be emailed the confirmation.

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