IHSAA 3A State Golf Champ
A 2-day regional event in Waterloo, IA on the Iowa PGA schedule. The field projects stronger than a typical local start.
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About the course
Course intelligence for Gates Park GC is coming soon.
Strong regional field. Expect competitive juniors from across the state and nearby areas.
This is the only upcoming Iowa PGA event listed. Registration and any additions live on the tour's site.
Course demands standard course management and accurate iron play.
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Questions about this event
When is the IHSAA 3A State Golf Champ?
IHSAA 3A State Golf Champ runs May 26–27, 2026 (2 days) on the IOWAPGAJR schedule.
Where is the IHSAA 3A State Golf Champ played?
It is played at Gates Park GC in Waterloo, IA.
When does registration close?
Registration closes on May 18, 2026. Popular fields fill before the deadline, so enter early if the event fits.
How many rounds is it?
2 days of stroke play. Multi-day events reward consistency: one bad round is hard to recover from in a strong field.
What level of player is this event for?
IHSAA 3A State Golf Champ is a regional-tier event: a match event for players competing regularly on their state or regional tour. Search your player above to see the field fit and what this event would do to their class rank.
How do I know if this event is worth entering?
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