The Tipton Municipal Golf Course is an 18-hole public golf course, designed by Bill Diddel, a renowned golf course architect. The first nine holes were completed in 1936 as part of a WPA (Works Progress Administration) project. In 1965, the city acquired land to expand the course to 18 holes. Diddle was the architect of the back nine as well, and play commenced on the new addition in June of 1967.
Micah was appointed Director of Golf in December 2024. He brings 10 years of experience working at Olympia Fields Country Club as both an Assistant and Head Golf Professional. He received his Bachelor's degree from Eastern Kentucky University, majoring in Marketing and Professional Golf Management in 2015. He also obtained a Master's degree in Biblical Studies from Moody Bible Institute in 2020. He has been a Class A PGA Golf Professional since 2016. In his current role, he oversees the daily operations at the Tipton Municipal Golf Course.
Phil joined the City of Tipton in March 2024 as the Golf Grounds Superintendent. Before this role, he was an Assistant Superintendent at Harbour Trees Golf Club and prior to that worked at Purdue University as a Golf Course Groundskeeper. In 2016, he received a bachelor's degree from Purdue University, majoring in Atmospheric Science. He has also obtained a Turfgrass Management Certificate from Penn State University and a 3B Applicator's Certification/License from The Office of the Indiana State Chemist. In February of 2026, the Central Indiana Section of the Golf Course Superintendent's Association of America (GCSAA) nominated and elected Phil to its Board of Directors. On which, he will have opportunities to learn about and take responsibility for influencing the direction of the local chapter. In March of 2027, Phil will earn his Class A designation from the GCSAA, a designation reserved for individuals who have accrued enough education and experience in combination to meet their strict standards. In his current role, Phil facilitates the city's plan to maintain the golf course at the highest level Tipton can provide. Phil believes that his efforts are a team effort. "God, my wife, and I make a solid team. I couldn't do this without them. I'm grateful for the opportunity to serve the community and make them proud of our rare asset, our golf course."
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2211 Golf Course Road
Tipton, IN 46072