Indiana Golf Foundation, LAWRENCE, IN (June 5)-
June 5, 2025, marked a historic day for Indiana Golf and the community it serves.
With over 200 guests in attendance—including donors, supporters, community leaders, family, and friends—Indiana Golf celebrated the grand opening of the Pete and Alice Dye Indiana Golf Center, a 13,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility that will serve as the new home for all of Indiana Golf’s associations and operations.
The event was a celebration of vision, collaboration, and legacy. Emcee Brian Hammons, the voice of Indiana Golf and longtime Golf Channel news anchor, welcomed the crowd and introduced a lineup of distinguished speakers. Steve Starrett, Capital Campaign Manager, shared insights into the dedication and support that brought the project to life. Alan Morrison, Director of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, spoke about the Center’s broader impact on the state’s recreational and cultural landscape. Gina Giacone, Indiana Golf Foundation President, reflected on the Center’s significance in shaping the future of junior golf and community programming.
The highlight of the ceremony came when Mike David, Indiana Golf’s Executive Director, addressed the crowd with heartfelt gratitude. He thanked the many donors who made the vision a reality and spoke passionately about what the center will mean for generations to come.
“This is more than a building,” David shared. “This is a home for everyone who loves the game of golf in Indiana—a place where history, community, and opportunity intersect.”
Following the speeches, the ribbon-cutting ceremony officially opened the doors to the new Center. Guests were then invited inside to explore the facility, enjoy refreshments, and experience firsthand the space that will house the administrative offices, educational and event spaces, and the Indiana Golf Hall of Fame.
The Hall of Fame, now open to the public beginning June 6, offers an immersive look into the stories, artifacts, and achievements that define Indiana’s rich golf history.
The opening of the Pete and Alice Dye Indiana Golf Center represents not just a new physical home, but a bold step forward for Indiana Golf’s mission to grow the game, foster community, and honor the past while building toward the future.
Indiana Golf is headquarters to six golf related not for profits including the Indiana Golf Association, which is the governing body of amateur golf in Indiana; the Indiana Women’s Golf Association, serving women golfers with tournaments for all skill levels; the Indiana Section PGA, which provides membership and employment services to PGA Members and Associates; Indiana Golf Course Superintendents Association (IGCSA), providing education and networking opportunities for members, scholarships for future professionals, and supporting industry research. Additionally the Indiana High School Golf Coaches Association, provides a coaches clear communication as well as their hall of fame and the Indiana Golf Foundation whose focus is on junior golf related programs including the First Tee-Indiana, which is a national youth development organization. Overall, our goal is to be the vital hub for golf in Indiana, promoting and growing the game.
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