New Haven's Alling Memorial Golf Club Host Spring Invitational Tuesday

NEW HAVEN, CT — Alling Memorial Golf Club will host the Alling Golf Club Spring Invitational Tuesday, welcoming collegiate programs from across the Northeast for a focused, single-round competition.

The event is intended not only to crown a team champion and individual medalist, but to showcase the course as a competitive venue capable of supporting high-level amateur play.

The invitational will be contested over 18 holes of stroke play, with the course set as a par 70 for the event. The format is designed to produce a clear team champion as well as an individual medalist, rewarding consistency and disciplined play across the field.

Participating institutions include Albertus Magnus, Eastern Connecticut State University, Western Connecticut State University, Western New England University, Rhode Island College, Emmanuel College, Springfield College, and Gordon College, which will field two teams.

The presence of collegiate golfers offers a meaningful benchmark for evaluating the course, as their level of play tests both the design and conditioning in a way that extends beyond recreational rounds.

"My goal is to deliver a durable, fair, and consistent playing surface that can withstand high daily usage and still present as a credible venue for both recreational and competitive golf.
Hosting collegiate golfers is a testament to Ian and our team, and a strong way to showcase our course,” said Golf Course Superintendent Kyle Lockery.

As noted by Golf Digest, Alling Memorial is “very quirky but real fun,” a characterization that reflects the course’s engaging layout and strategic shot values. The Spring Invitational builds on that reputation by introducing collegiate-level competition, further demonstrating that the
course can support high-level play while remaining accessible to the public.

"Hosting collegiate players gives competitive golfers a clear view of the course conditions and overall experience we are building at Alling. It is a strong test of the layout and a great
opportunity to showcase the level of play here," said Golf Professional Ian Reynolds.

Course-side dining is available at The Cove Bar and Grill at Alling Golf Club, offering a restaurant experience for players and visitors.

By hosting this event, Alling Memorial Golf Club continues to position itself as a reliable venue for competitive golf in the region. Collegiate tournaments strengthen relationships with area programs, increase visibility, and demonstrate that a public course can deliver a consistent, tournament-ready experience while remaining accessible to the broader community.