The Fort Dodge boys golf team is gearing up for the 2024 season with high hopes and aspirations. Under the guidance of third-year head coach Nick Vinson, the team is looking to make significant progress and improvements from the previous year. With a mix of experienced returners and promising newcomers, the Dodgers are ready to hit the links and showcase their skills.
Vinson is closely monitoring the team’s early progress as they prepare for their first competitions of the season. The team will face off against tough opponents in Mason City and Marshalltown in the opening week, providing an early test of their abilities. With four varsity regulars and six letterwinners returning, the team has a solid foundation to build upon.
The team’s lone senior, Trenton Beck, provides leadership and experience to a relatively young squad. Juniors Jaxson Dencklau, Gavin Davis, and Zain Rowe, along with sophomores Mason Frevert, Davis Underberg, and Trace Rial, round out the initial varsity lineup. The team is eager to see how their hard work over the summer translates into success on the course.
Vinson emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement and consistency in performance. The team’s goal is to see progress throughout the season and to compete at a higher level in both duals and invitationals. With a focus on mental toughness and resilience, the team is working on developing a winning mindset that will carry them through tough moments on the course.
Last season, Frevert and Dencklau led the team statistically, with Underberg and Rial showing promise as well. With the guidance of assistant coach Angela Dencklau, the team is focused on drawing from past experiences and learning from adversity. The team’s depth and talent bode well for their future success and growth as a program.
The Dodgers‘ schedule is packed with challenging matchups and invitationals throughout the season. The team will have the opportunity to test their skills against top competition and showcase their progress. The annual Joselyn Invitational at the Fort Dodge Country Club will be a highlight on the schedule, providing a chance for the team to compete on their home turf.
As the season unfolds, the Fort Dodge boys golf team is poised to make a statement and show that they are a force to be reckoned with in the golfing world. With a mix of talent, experience, and determination, the Dodgers are ready to take on any challenge that comes their way. Stay tuned for an exciting season of golf from this promising team.