Illini finishes fall season no. 6 in the nation Nov 14, 2008
The coaches across the country and the computers continue to recognize the success of the Illinois golf team this fall. Two of the three major polls have the Illini at no. 6 while the other has them seventh nationally in the final rankings of the fall season. (Fightingillini.com)
Fall season historic for Illini golf Nov 4, 2008
Golfweek's Lance Ringler featured Illinois as his team of the week twice and local news media descended on Illinois golf to document the story. Illinois used a final round surge to better upset-minded and host Illinois State to win the D.A. Weibring Invitational. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois posts signature win at Olympia Fields Sep 22, 2008
Although Illinois golf coach says this is "just a progression of where the program hopes to be," this weekend's victory at the Olympia Fields/Fighting Illini Invitational presented Srixon will likely not fade in the program's history ... "They played like champions today. They were not scared. They were not intimidated. They were focused. They were hungry. That's what you want out of a team. This is just another step in our progression, but at the same time this is a huge statement for Illinois... (Fightingillini.com)
Illini ready to tee it up for 08-09 Sep 11, 2008
The 2007-08 season was another breakout season for Illinois golf. The Illini reached the NCAA Regional for the fourth time in seven seasons and placed 17th at the NCAA National Championship. (Fightingillini.com)
Mike Small takes second-round lead at Illinois PGA Aug 27, 2008
- Illinois golf coach shot a 67 for the second straight day to take a four-shot lead after 36 holes of the Nadler Golf 86th Illinois PGA Championship at Medinah Country Club. Small used an eagle on the 465-yard par five 10th to begin a 32 on the back nine of the 6,714-yard par 71 course. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois super sophomores head to U.S. Amateur Aug 17, 2008
Pineburst, N.C. - and will likely always be linked in Illinois golf history. The duo represented a much heralded freshmen class in 2007 and became the first pair of Illinois freshmen to claim individual tournament titles in school history. (Fightingillini.com)
Mike Small takes second at Illinois Open Jul 31, 2008
"It's a testament to how great of a golfer he really is. He is the man to beat in Illinois golf.". Small's chance to tie Gary Pinns' record for the most victories (5) in the history of the event was hindered by four bogeys. (Fightingillini.com)
Small holds 36-hole lead at Illinois Open Jul 30, 2008
- Illinois golf coach shot a three-under par 68 Tuesday to take a two-stroke lead into Wednesday's final round of the Illinois Open at The Glen Club in Glenview, Ill. After firing a 69 in Monday's opening round, Small was in fourth place and trailed leader Blake Biddle of St. Charles by two strokes. (Fightingillini.com)
Goodley twins tear up the links Jul 2, 2008
William Malone Invitational at Crab Orchard CC, which is a Southern Illinois Golf Association event for younger golfers. "It's a two-day tournament," Ashton said. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Meinhart second in U of I Open Jun 25, 2008
Meinhart, who played at Eastern Illinois University where he graduated in 2001, led after the first day of the 36-hole tournament with a five-under-par 67 on the University of Illinois golf course. He led by two strokes over Josh Borchardt. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Dailing wins men's golf title at Carthage Jun 18, 2008
The Carthage Golf Club held its 54th Annual Carthage Amateur Tournament, a part of the Western Illinois Golf Association Tournament. Mike Dailing of Quincy won the men's championship flight with a 103. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Golfers and golf courses benefit from the use of native grasses in roughs Jun 13, 2008
Funding for this research was provided by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, the Central Illinois Golf Course Superintendents Association, and the Midwest Association of Golf Course Superintendents. . (EurekAlert!)
Orange & Blue Courses have busy season ahead Jun 12, 2008
- University of Illinois Golf Course Professional Mike Wallner is no different than any other golfer in the Midwest. He's glad to finally see some sunshine. (Fightingillini.com)
Three former Illini ready for U.S. Open Jun 10, 2008
A stalwart on the Illinois golf team from 2001-05, playing three years with fellow Serra High School graduate, , Chaussard competed in every tournament in his career for the Illini. In 2005, Chaussard missed the cut at qualifying school and played the 2006 season on the Canadian Tour, where he made just under half of the cuts. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois notes for NCAA Men's Golf Championships May 23, 2008
He supports Illinois golf by hosting an event each August at Stone Creek Golf Club in Urbana. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois sixth after NCAA Regional First Round May 16, 2008
A young Illinois golf team used a steady strong finish to the first round of the NCAA Central Regional to stay in the hunt after the first day of competition. After shooting a +14 298, the Illini are tied for sixth after 18 holes in the 27-school field competing at The Ohio State University Scarlet Course. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois confident heading into Big Ten Championship Apr 23, 2008
- Illinois golf is battle-tested heading into this weekend's Big Ten Championship at the Forest Akers West Course in East Lansing, Mich. The Illini have faced seven of the other 10 schools in the past month, having defeated four of the seven schools head to head. (Fightingillini.com)
Barlow deeply rooted in Illinois success Apr 18, 2008
- epitomizes the upswing in Illinois golf. From a recruiting standpoint, head coach has reached to the far ends of the state - Quincy to the west and Metropolis to the south to snag two players (Luke Guthrie and Mason Jacobs) that have combined to win five state championships for next year's class. (Fightingillini.com)
Stone Creek brings big-time feel to tourney Apr 11, 2008
Stone Creek golf course has served as home to Illinois golf since 2000 ... Its relationship to Illinois golf has been a major component for Stone Creek. (Fightingillini.com)
Record-setting Illini win Marshall Invite Apr 6, 2008
The performance is the latest in what is turning out to be a record-setting year for Illinois golf. Illinois' 554 score sets a new school record for 36 holes and the single round of 274 is tied for the fourth-best round in school history. (Fightingillini.com)
TV host's home is airy and classy Jan 12, 2008
A plaque in a corner of the room celebrates a hole-in-one that Dianne scored on an Illinois golf course in 2003. The guest room is a contrast of black, tan and gold. (AZCentral -- Home)
Paula Smith Honored with 2008 Gladys Palmer Meritorious Service Award Jan 5, 2008
Illinois golf has had numerous Academic All-Big Ten selections, George Huff Award winners, National Golf Coaches Association All-Scholar selections and Chi Alpha Sigma honorees during Smith's tenure. At Illinois, Smith has coached such standouts as 1983 Big Ten Medal of Honor winner Mary Ellen Murphy Martin; two-time All- Big Ten performer Justine Rae Miller; All-Big Ten selection and former LPGA Tour member Lia Biehl Lukkarinen; three time All-American, two time Big Ten champion and former LPGA... (Fightingillini.com)
Mike Small repeats as PGA Professional of the Year Dec 20, 2007
- University of Illinois golf coach of Champaign, Ill ... With his sixth Illinois PGA title, Small surpassed Illinois golf legends Bill Ogden and Johnny Revolta, the 1935 PGA Champion. (Fightingillini.com)
Momentum continues to build for Illinois men's golf Nov 17, 2007
Illinois golf, which won its first Big Ten championship in 1923, has seen many greats, but none shoot as low of a round as DeForest did when he fired a 63 in the third round of the D.A. Weibring Invitational on Oct. 8. DeForest won the event at 1-under par 209, pacing five Illinois players in the top eight. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois garner two of state's, nation's best Nov 15, 2007
- Illinois golf coach announced the signing of two of the top players in state history Wednesday ... "The signing of Luke and Mason is undoubtedly a huge statement for Illinois Golf and we are extremely excited to bring them into the Illini family," said Small, whose team is receiving votes in the latest top 25 poll ... "Both players have had incredible success on the national and state levels and we feel that they form one of the top incoming classes in the nation. They are two very talented... (Fightingillini.com)
Fall paying dividends for Blatt Nov 3, 2007
- The fall season has seen a lot of growth and development for the Illinois golf team. The season has seen the Illini face over half of the teams ranked in the top 25, set two school records and win its first tournament in two years. (Fightingillini.com)
U.S. club pros take on British, Irish Oct 4, 2007
Other top players on the team include: University of Illinois golf coach Mike Small, winner of the 2005 PGA Professional National Championship and occasional PGA Tour competitor; Tim Thelen, an instructor at Traditions Golf Club in Bryan, Texas, who is a two-time PNC winner; Ron Philo, who won the 2006 PNC; and Don Yrene of Scottsdale, Ariz. the low PGA professional at the 2006 PGA Championship. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Lick Creek course the fruit of Kellogg's labor Sep 21, 2007
According to Funk, Kellogg a former member of the Central Illinois Golf Course Superintendent Association was in popular demand for his expertise. hen Pekin Country Club was going through various (golf course management) guys about every 15 minutes back then, they would call him and he would do some advisement for them,'' Funk said. (Pekin Times, IL)
Mike Small captures Illinois PGA title Aug 30, 2007
His six titles eclipse Illinois golf legends Bill Ogden and Johnny Revolta, who captured five titles each and now sit in second place in regards to victories. "It's an honor," said Small when asked about the victories. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini host annual Steve Stricker Golf Classic Aug 23, 2007
Stricker hosted the event at the Stone Creek Golf Club in Urbana to raise money for the Illinois golf program. The event raised $185,000, including $80,000 from a silent auction. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini coach on same stage as Tiger Aug 14, 2007
- "It was one of the coolest things I've ever done," said Illinois golf coach. The setting was something special for a part-time professional. (Fightingillini.com)
PGA Championship Notebook: Austin claims moral win vs. Tiger Aug 13, 2007
Mike Small, University of Illinois golf coach, edged Ryan Benzel of Seattle by one stroke to finish as the top club professional in the field. Small, whose best round was 70 on Friday, had a 16-over 296 total. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PGA Notebook: Weekley misses shot at record-tying 63 Aug 12, 2007
Even after his round fell apart on the back nine, University of Illinois golf coach Mike Small was still the top club professional remaining in the field. He shot an 8-over 78 while playing partner Ryan Benzel, the only other club pro who made the cut, finished with an 80. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Osage National keeps edge in Ladies Intercity Aug 8, 2007
We played a good, nice golfer in Jennifer Holt, who is on the Illinois golf team. . (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Mike Small stays busy, prepares for PGA Aug 2, 2007
- Illinois golf coach is gearing up for a busy stretch this month. After playing in four tournaments in June and devoting much of July to recruiting, Small returns to competition at the PGA Championship Aug. 9-12 at the Southern Hills Golf Course in Tulsa. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois signee wins Westfield Junior PGA title Jul 17, 2007
Chris DeForest, who joins the University of Illinois golf team this fall, claimed the title at the Westfield Junior PGA championship this weekend in Westfield Center, Ohio ... com that advice from Illinois golf coach helped him refocus after a tough tournament the week before. (Fightingillini.com)
Carthage, Nauvoo host WIGA tournaments Jun 21, 2007
The Western Illinois Golf Association held tournaments in Nauvoo and Carthage recently. Great River Road Golf Club in Nauvoo drew 58 golfers for its tournament May 24-27. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Illinois Claims Sixth at Big Ten Championships Apr 30, 2007
Slone and the team already have their sights set on next year, and on continuing to set the stage for the future of Illinois golf. "We have a full line-up returning besides Meghan," said Slone. (Fightingillini.com)
Coach ‘Red' Rogers leaves lasting legacy with his players Mar 8, 2007
He was inducted as a coach into the Illinois Golf Coaches Hall of Fame. Rogers died on Feb. 18. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Red Rogers leaves lasting legacy with his lpayers Mar 1, 2007
He was inducted as a coach into the Illinois Golf Coaches Hall of Fame. Rogers funeral in Bushnell drew many former players and students back to the area to say good-bye. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Illini Win Fourth Straight Tinervin Cup Feb 19, 2007
The fourth annual spring match between the schools has been named the "Tinervin Cup" in honor of Jeff Tinervin, an Illinois State alumnus and supporter of both the ISU and Illinois golf programs. The Illini have now won all four Tinervin Cup match-ups over the Redbirds. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Men's Golf Offseason Update Jan 30, 2007
Men's Golf Illinois Fighting Illini :: The Official Athletic Site. Illini senior Patrick Nagle competes in the Jones Cup Invitational Feb. 2-4. (Fightingillini.com)
