Greenside - Official Podcast of the Iowa Golf Association

Working for The King

Newton's Erik Larsen, Founder and Owner of Larsen Golf, joins the podcast to bring a unique perspective to golf course architecture and land planning. Larsen is also a former President of the American Society of Golf Course Architects. For over 40 years, he’s honed his craft, not just running his own successful design business, but also serving as Arnold Palmer’s right hand at Arnold Palmer Design Company.  While the “King” of golf rightfully commanded the spotlight, Larsen’s contribution, though often unseen, was instrumental in shaping some of the world’s most renowned courses. Sit back and enjoy some stories from his past, Veenker Memorial and days as a caddie for an Iowa Amateur champion! Larsen can be reached for more information at: Phone: 904-631-7480 [tel:+19046317480] Email: ErikLarsen@LarsenGolf.net [ErikLarsen@LarsenGolf.net]

It's always cold in Mason City

Mason City's Joel Yunek joins the podcast to talk golf, the legal side of the world and traveling/playing golf in Ireland. Yunek admits he was never the best player but feels like he carved out a nice career, that's still going by the way, playing the game of golf. Sit back, grab a pint if you'd like and enjoy - it's been a while!

Still Building

West Branch's Dave Pedersen joins the podcast with talk about his career in the golf business - primary building them. He's worked all over the country as well as in Ireland. He's worked for a few guy you have have heard of...and will tell a few stories about them both!

Coen's Tales

Chris Coen, Director of Agronomy at Glen Oaks Country Club, joins the podcast to discuss his career that has seen stops in Creston, West Liberty, Amana and West Des Moines – with a couple 'grow in' stops included. Coen, who likes to fish and hunt, has seen a lot change both on and off the course over the time he started in the turf business.

Growing season

Brian Abels, Golf Course Superintendent at Ames Golf & Country Club, join the podcast to chat about his (very) early start in the business - thrown into the mix you might say. While no day is the same, Abels enjoys the challenge of the next task in front of him and usually finds a way to make light of any unforeseen situation that might arise.