2020 IGA Yearbook

D ennis Bull, of Norwalk, had his game primed and ready to go heading into the 118th Iowa Amateur. Bull was untouchable all week at Davenport Country Club, winning the title by six shots, shooting 203 (-7). “Coming into this week I had been playing really well,” Bull said. “Honestly I hit it awesome this week. I really had control of the ball and drove it well all three days.” Bull posted three consecutive under- par rounds while overcoming some struggles with the putter early on in the final round. “Today, I hate to admit it, but I was nervous with the putter most of the day,” Bull said. “I had a lot of opportunities but didn’t make any of them, other than a par putt on #5. I knew I had a cushion on #18 and was able to relax and make a putt (for birdie). I was really happy with the way I played today.” New Sharon’s Trent Lindenman made an early comeback bid, making the turn in 32 (-4) on the final day to apply some pressure on Bull. During the final round, Bull parred the opening eight holes before finally recording a birdie on the par-five ninth. Bull sensed that someone would be making a final round comeback, but his lead continued to grow. Lindenman was held back by a series of bogies on the back nine which prevented him from continuing his charge at the lead. Bull credited his patience on the inward nine as a key element in his victory. “Obviously someone is going to make a run,” Bull said. “I just tried to stay patient and hit greens. I tried IOWA AMATEUR DAVENPORT COUNTRY CLUB, PLEASANT VALLEY JULY 27-29, 2020 Bul l leaves no doubt , wins 118th Iowa Am by s ix at DCC Bull was the only player in the field to post all three rounds under par.