Reno Pride: Ian Gilligan Trains at Indoorsman Golf Club
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December 31, 2025
Reno Pride: Ian Gilligan Trains at Indoorsman GC
Reno native and Korn Ferry Tour professional Ian Gilligan is using Indoorsman Golf Club to prepare for the 2026 Korn Ferry Tour season opener in The Bahamas. As winter conditions limit outdoor golf in Northern Nevada, Ian has been training indoors to stay sharp ahead of the January event at the Ocean Club Golf Course on Paradise Island.
Staying Tour-Ready During the Reno Winter
Winter golf in Reno presents real challenges for players preparing to compete early in the professional season. Cold temperatures, limited daylight, and course conditions can restrict consistent outdoor practice, making indoor golf training an important option for serious golfers.
At Indoorsman Golf Club, Ian is able to maintain swing consistency, ball-striking precision, and overall readiness while continuing his preparation for competition abroad. From controlled practice sessions in Reno to tournament conditions in The Bahamas, the focus remains on consistency and confidence.
From Survivor to Professional Golfer
Ian Gilligan’s journey to the Korn Ferry Tour is defined by resilience both on and off the course.
As a cancer survivor, Ian has shared his experience overcoming a rare diagnosis early in life and returning to competitive golf at an elite level. His perseverance carried him through a standout collegiate career and ultimately to earning his Korn Ferry Tour card, placing him firmly on the pathway to the PGA TOUR.
Ian’s story and accomplishments have been featured by several outlets:
Livestrong Foundation — coverage of Ian’s cancer survivorship and return to competitive golf
https://livestrong.org/resources/blog/rare-diagnosis-rare-talent-golfer-ian-gilligans-story-of-cancer-survivorship/Nevada Sports Net — spotlight on his Reno roots and Korn Ferry Tour achievement
https://nevadasportsnet.com/news/reporters/galena-high-alum-ian-gilligan-earns-korn-ferry-tour-card-after-phenomenal-senior-seasonYouTube Interview — long-form discussion on his journey and mindset
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJUaeA1QwQo
From Galena High School in Reno to the Korn Ferry Tour, Ian represents the strength of Northern Nevada golf on a national stage.
The Korn Ferry Tour Season Opener in The Bahamas
Ian will open his 2026 season at:
The Bahamas Golf Classic at Atlantis
📍 Ocean Club Golf Course, Paradise Island
🗓 January 11–14, 2026
The season-opening event features:
A $1,000,000 purse
20 PGA TOUR cards awarded for the 2027 season
A championship layout stretching over 7,100 yards along the eastern shore of Paradise Island
Additional information:
Ocean Club Golf Course at Atlantis
https://www.atlantisbahamas.com/korn-ferry-tourKorn Ferry Tour overview
https://www.pgatour.com/korn-ferry-tour
Supporting Year-Round Golf Training in Reno
Indoorsman Golf Club was created to support golfers who want to train consistently throughout the year, regardless of season or weather. From dedicated amateurs to professionals preparing for international competition, access to reliable indoor golf facilities plays a key role in long-term development.
Having a Reno-grown professional like Ian Gilligan training at Indoorsman highlights the importance of year-round golf options for athletes continuing to pursue the next level of the game.
As Ian prepares for the Korn Ferry Tour season opener this January, we’re proud to see Reno represented on the road to the PGA TOUR.
Reno pride. Winter preparation. The journey continues.
