The Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce is looking back on a successful 2026 Blast Off Golf Tournament, held June 5th across two host courses, after a rainy start and brief delay gave way to a memorable day of golf and community connection.
The Fairfield Golf and Country Club welcomed 20 teams for the men’s tournament, while The Walton Club hosted 11 teams for the women’s tournament. The evening before the tournament, the Fairfield Golf and Country Club also hosted a Par-Tee that the Chamber said set the tone for a fantastic tournament experience and gave participants a chance to connect ahead of the big day.
Chamber Director Mendy McAdams expressed gratitude to everyone involved. “We are incredibly thankful,” she said. “Events like this don’t happen without people showing up, pitching in, and believing in what we do. This community continues to show up in the best ways.”
Tournament Committee Chair Davis Lowenberg of First MainStreet Insurance echoed those sentiments. “Even with the weather delay, the energy and support from our community never wavered,” he said. “It’s incredibly rewarding to see so many businesses and individuals come together, not just for a great day of golf, but to invest in the continued growth and success of Fairfield.”
The women’s tournament featured a wine pull generously supported by Financial Integrators and Vino Del Mundo. A silent calcutta also proved to be a highlight of the day, with three participants ultimately sharing in the winnings.
Men’s Tournament Results
Huff Financial took first place with a score of 50. Agri-Industrial Plastics #2 finished second at 52, followed by Iowa Tire and First MainStreet Insurance tied at 53. Libertyville Savings Bank rounded out the top five at 55.
Longest Putt: Trevor Richards. Closest to Pin: Sam Humble. Longest Drive: Marcus Clark. Iowa State Bank Basket Winner: Nate Elseman.
Women’s Tournament Results
Huff Financial also claimed first place in the women’s tournament with a score of 57. Nikki Viviacqua’s Team finished second at 63, followed by Schaus-Vorhies Kleaning and Iowa State Bank tied at 64. Farm Bureau Financial rounded out the top five at 68.
Sponsors
The Chamber extended its thanks to the many sponsors who made the event possible. Presenting Sponsor was MidWestOne Bank. Additional sponsors included Lunch Sponsor Fairfield Manufacturer’s Association, Beverage Sponsor Roth and Norton Family Dentistry, Hole-in-One Sponsor First MainStreet Insurance, Scorecard Back Sponsors Schaus-Vorhies Contracting, Live Wire/Straight Up Doors, and Access Energy, Cooler Sponsor Jefferson County Health Center, Swag Bag Sponsor Pilot Grove Savings Bank, and Winners Sponsors Bob Ferguson and Community 1st Credit Union.
Greens and Tee Sponsors included Axis Vision Care, Iowa State Bank, Libertyville Savings Bank, Ottumwa Radio Group, SERVPRO, TrafFix Devices, Washington State Bank, Optimae Home Health, Cambridge Investment Research, Cranston Family Funeral Home, Fairfield Dental, Foss Kuiken Cochran Helling and Willman, Jefferson County Health Center, Pilot Grove Savings Bank, TDT CPAs and Advisors, Financial Integrators, First MainStreet Insurance, and Fairfield Universal Therapy. A special thank you was also extended to Hy-Vee for keeping golfers refreshed throughout the day, and to the many individuals and businesses who donated items for both the women’s silent auction and the online auction.
