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Six Local Players Advance From First Stage of PGA Tour Qualifying

EDINA, Minn. – The First Stage of 2025 PGA Tour Qualifying School concluded Friday at 14 sites...

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Schenck Named Evans Scholar of the Year

EDINA, Minn. (Oct. 28, 2025) – University of Minnesota Evans Scholars Chapter House Vice President...

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Berry Leads the Way for Minnesotans at National Senior PGA Professional Championship

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. – Minnesota Golf Hall of Famer Don Berry led a contingent of local golfers at...

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MGA Announces Year-End Award Winners

EDINA, Minn. (Oct. 24, 2025) – The Minnesota Golf Association’s 2025 Annual Meeting and Awards...

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After 45 State Wins, Peterson Collects First National Title

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Earning his 45th state title earlier this year with his fifth victory of the...

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Inaugural Team Minnesota Roster Announced

EDINA, Minn. (Oct. 17, 2025) — Exactly a year to the day that USGA announced Minnesota’s inclusion...

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How They're Doing: Minnesotans on Pro Tour Money Lists -- Oct. 12

Players from Minnesota or with Minnesota connections 2025 PGA TOUR Pos. Name (Prev.) From Events...

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How They're Doing: Minnesotans on Pro Tour Money Lists -- Oct. 5

Players from Minnesota or with Minnesota connections 2025 PGA TOUR Pos. Name (Prev.) From Events...

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Minnesotan Hitchner Finishes Sixth in Fortinet Cup Standings, Earns Korn Ferry Promotion for 2026

SURREY, British Columbia – Derek Hitchner, a former Blake School standout who went on to play...

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Farley-Gallagher and Schommer-Tylke Advance to U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship

BYRON, Minn - With rounds of 8-under 64, Mack Farley and Ryan Gallagher will join Corey Schommer...

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Le-Deakins and Nachmann-Taino Advance to U.S. Women’s Amateur Four-Ball Championship

BYRON, Minn. - After each pair carded a 6-under 66 at Somerby Golf Club, Madison Le and Olivia...

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Togisala and Larson Claim Inaugural Minnesota Adaptive Open

EDINA, Minn. — After a rollercoaster front nine, Max Togisala fired an even-par 72 in the final...

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How They're Doing: Minnesotans on Pro Tour Money Lists -- Sept. 29

Players from Minnesota or with Minnesota connections: 2025 PGA TOUR Pos. Name (Prev.) From Events...

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Bethel Wins 2025 MIAC Men's Golf Championship; Bethel's Balc Claims Individual Title

2025 MIAC Men's Golf Championship Edinburgh USA Brooklyn Park, Minn. Par 72, 6,929 yards Final Team...

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Fessler Rallies Late at Minnesota Golf Champions to Earn Second Win in Two Weeks

ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn. – Riding momentum from his victory two weeks ago at the Minnesota Assistant...

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Close Contests Mark Day One at Minnesota Adaptive Open

EDINA, Minn. — With 35 players representing 13 different states, the inaugural Minnesota Adaptive...

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Professionals Wynne and Adams Tied with Tommie Golfer Rexing After Day One at Minnesota Golf Champions

ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn. – Opening his round with an eagle on the first hole Friday, professional...

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Former U of M Teammates Brellenthin and Peterson Set New Record with Fourth Straight Win at MGA Senior Four-Ball

CANNON FALLS, Minn. – Capturing a third straight Minnesota Golf Association Senior Amateur...

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Johnson and Neuberger in Front Early with Bogey-Free 65 to Begin MGA Senior Four-Ball

CANNON FALLS, Minn. – Tallying seven birdies during the opening round Monday lifted the twosome of...

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Minnesotans in PGA Tour/Korn Ferry Q-School

If you don't count bull-fighting, the greatest torture test in sports is probably the PGA Tour/Korn...

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15 Birdies and an Eagle Equals a Five-Stroke Victory For Jarrett and Peterson at MPGA Combination

BECKER, Minn. – Setting an early tone by carding six birdies and an eagle during their opening nine...

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How They're Doing: Minnesotans on Pro Tour Money Lists -- Sept. 22

How They're Doing: Minnesotans on Pro Tour Money Lists -- Sept. 22 Players from Minnesota or with...

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John Harris 1952-2025

John Harris was born on Friday, the 13th day of June in 1952. He was not a triskaidekaphobe...

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Tom Ryan and Ed Gowan Honored as IAGA Distinguished Service Award Recipients

The International Association of Golf Administrators (IAGA), a trade organization representing golf...

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