One Shot Makes the Difference at IGA Women’s Mid-Am Series Stop in Pella
Just one shot separated the winners from the runners-up at the second stop of the IGA Women’s Mid-Am Series, held at Bos Landen Golf Course in Pella.
Karli Kerrigan and Katelynn Hogenson (left) clinched the title with a bogey-free 67 (-4) in the shamble format—an impressive performance on a challenging, hot, and humid day.
The duo got off to a strong start, turning in 33 (-3) on the front nine, including a birdie on hole #7. A clutch birdie on the 12th hole proved to be the difference, edging out Kelly Nelson and Lindsay Burry, who finished just behind at 68 (-3).
“Karli was powerful off the tee and it allowed us to stay aggressive all day,” Hogenson said. “She had to watch me hit an errant tee shot, but she responded with precise placement almost every time. She’s been working on her game this season and it really shows.”
“My game plan was to get a ball in play, then let Katelynn take over,” Kerrigan said with a grin. “Her irons and wedges carried us. It reminded me of a round she played at Poppy Hills last November.”
In the Net Division, Rebecca Schroeder and Marie Jeanblanc (right) earned top honors with a standout 60 (-11), finishing three shots clear of the nearest competitors.