Fast Times on Tri City Greens
A mid May round at UANA-Luana's Tri City Golf Club reveals fast push up greens in northern Iowa. Steve Russett and accompanying players endure wind and tricky holes like No 15 while wind and terrain test precision. Hickory Creek and tree-lined fairways shape the round on holes 1 through 9 and beyond.
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Wind Dominates Bricky Road Golf Course Feature
In a Gazette tour of regional courses players describe brutal 30 to 40 mph winds at No 4, a 162 yard uphill par 3. The wind transforms the hole into a major challenge forcing club choices and dramatic shots as a viewer recalls second visit and the road into the clubhouse influencing play.
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Tri-City Golf Club Details and Fees
Tri-City Golf Club at 16739 Diplomat Ave Luana Iowa operates as semi private with Tuesday ladies and Wednesday men days. Tee times must be arranged by phone 563 539 4435. Dress code requires shirts and shoes. Soft spikes only. Weekday greens fees 10 dollars for 9 holes 15 for 18 holes. Weekend 12 dollars for 9 holes 18 for 18 holes. Cart fees 11 dollars for 9 holes 17 for 18 holes. Driving range not available. Online and website absent.
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Golf Calendar Schedule for IA.Gazettes Sports Events
A packed list of golf outings and tournaments across Iowa venues including St. Andrews Saddleback Ridge Backbone Tara Hills Kalona G.C. and more. Dates range 13 through 21 with formats such as best shot scramble and two-player events benefiting Camp Huaga and American Cancer Society. Contact numbers provided for each event and instructions to submit calendar info to Cedar Rapids address or online.
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Tri City Golf Club Hole Notes and Overall Course View
The 458 yard No 3 at Tri City Golf Club in Iowa tests with wind and valley hazards including Hickory Creek at 200 yards. No 7 offers a driveable par 4 but requires accuracy around trees. players suggest long irons or fairway woods to the right spot. The course is 2,824 yards, immaculate, greens very fast, with a decked clubhouse overlooking rolling hills. a solid two hour drive from Cedar Rapids and a pleasant summer stop for a Mississippi River weekend.
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Tip for golf posture and balance to improve shots
The article explains a tall stance with slight knee flex, spine tilted away from the ball, relaxed shoulders, and chin up to maximize arm swing and shoulder turn. Proper posture supports stronger, more consistent drives and easy balance.
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