Veenker Memorial Golf Course, University golf course in Ames, Iowa.
Veenker Memorial Golf Course is an 18-hole university layout in Ames with a par-71 configuration and rolling terrain throughout. The course features strategically placed bunkers and water hazards along with open fairways that suit golfers of different skill levels.
The course opened in 1938 and was renamed in 1959 to honor George F. Veenker, a former Iowa State football coach. This naming reflected the university's appreciation for his contributions to the athletic program.
The course is home to Iowa State University's golf teams and serves as a venue for regional tournaments that draw golfers from across the state.
Golfers can book tee times through an online system and use the practice range and putting greens before playing. Most rounds take between two and four hours depending on your skill level and how busy the course is.
The layout was designed by William P. Bell, a respected course architect known for incorporating natural features into his work. Seasonal changes reshape how the terrain plays, making each visit feel different from the last.
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