b'GOLF IDAHOQ&AGETTING TO KNOWABBY BLACK, new IGA presidentI n early spring, the IGA Board ofWHAT MOTIVATED YOU TO STARTFAVORITE GOLF COURSE NOT IN Directors elected a new executiveVOLUNTEERING AT THE IGA? IDAHO AND WHY?committee, Among those new boardIve been involved with the IGA asIm not sure it is my favorite, but it members is Abby Black, who nowa player for many years and havewas probably the most incredible begins a three-year term as presidentalways enjoyed participating in theirexperience.Last year, my husband and of the IGA. Black is a member of Theevents. Over a year ago, I joined theI with some great friends played the Old Club at SpurWing and an accomplishedIGA board, which gave me a deeperCourse at St. Andrews. IGA championship player, being aunderstanding of the organization.YOUVE PLAYED IN IGA past winner of the Tournament ofSo, when the opportunity arose toCHAMPIONSHIPS FOR MANY YEARS. Champions and the reigning Womensstep into this role, I was eager to jumpHOW HAVE THOSE EXPERIENCES Four-Ball champion.in and support both the IGA and theENRICHED YOUR CONNECTION TO incredible staff behind it.THE IDAHO GOLF COMMUNITY? TELL US HOW YOU FOUND YOUR WAYIve met so many great people through TO IDAHO. WHAT ARE YOU MOST ENCOURAGEDgolf, friendships I likely wouldnt have Abby: I grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma andBY WHEN YOU LOOK AT THE STATE played collegiate tennis for the UniversityOF THE GAME IN IDAHO? made without the game. of Kansas. After graduating, I coachedThe game is growing, our membershipIS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU WANT the womens tennis team at the Universitynumbers are growing, and the level ofTHE IGA TO KNOW ABOUT YOU?of Tulsa. At the time, I envisioned a futurecompetitiveness and talent is growing.I served on the First Tee Idahos in collegiate coaching, but an opportunityWHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TOboard years ago, and it gave me an to transition into athletic administrationACCOMPLISH DURING YOUR TERM? appreciation for the incredible impact came along early in my career. I acceptedWe have a newly created Strategic Plan,they have on kids, teaching them life a position at Washington State University,and our vision is to enrich the lives ofskills through the game of golf. where I served as an Assistant Athleticevery Idaho golfer. If we could do that,HOW DO YOU LIKE TO SPEND YOUR Director and received my Masters degree.it would be special.TIME WHEN NOT ON THE GOLF After spending five years in Pullman, IFAVORITE GOLF COURSE IN IDAHOCOURSE? made a significant career shift and joinedAND WHY? My husband Will and I love to travel TitleOne in Boise, an employee-ownedTough question, but Id probably sayand explore new places. I also enjoy title and escrow company that had justElkhorn in Sun Valley. The scenery isplaying pickleball. We have two amazing opened its doors. I was immediatelystunning, and the course is challengingdaughtersJuliet, whos married to our drawn to the strong team culture andin several ways. Plus, its where I wonson-in-law, Wes, and Annalea. collaborative environment, whichmy first Tournament of Champions, so reminded me of the team dynamics Iit holds a special place for me. Shane Ren, Administrator of Media & loved in sports.I spent the next 23 yearsCommunicationsat TitleOne in a variety of leadership roles before retiring in 2023. 4 GOLF IDAHO|JUN 2025'