Youngstown State Men's Golf Practice Facilities

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Watson and Tressel Training Site

The Youngstown State men’s and women’s golf programs utilize multiple areas within Youngstown State's indoor practice facility, the Watson and Tressel Training Site (WATTS), during the winter months while in preparation for spring competition. The WATTS is an on-campus facility that offers Youngstown State student-athletes one of the best indoor complexes in the Horizon League and the region.

The WATTS provides golfers the chance to hit live shots from the main turf area into netting surrounding the field. Dressing rooms for the men's and women's golf teams are located on the mezzanine next to a state-of-the-art putting surface. The mezzanine of the WATTS now also features two golf simulators, which became available to YSU golfers in late 2024.

"Being in Northeast Ohio during the winter months, an indoor practice facility is a must," said YSU head men’s golf coach Tony Joy. "We have been fortunate to have the WATTS, and now with the addition of the simulators, there is so much to help our players improve and be better prepared to perform well as we move into our spring schedule. I’ve also noticed the positive enthusiasm among our team to utilize the new simulators as they get ready to resume competition."

The WATTS can be set up like a driving range for players to take swings into nets that descend from the ceiling.

Putting Green - Watson and Tressel Training Site

The state-of-the-art putting green on the mezzanine level of the WATTS.

Golf Simulator - Watson and Tressel Training Site

Two golf simulators were installed in 2024.

Men's Golf Lounge - Watson and Tressel Training Site

The men's golf lounge is located on the mezzanine level adjacent to the putting green.

The players' lounge was designed to have a luxurious clubhouse feel.

The WATTS has a 100-yard turf field and a 300-meter track.

Practice Golf Courses

The Penguins are fortunate to have several quality practice facilities to use throughout the season. Our main home facilities are Mill Creek Golf Course and Youngstown Country Club. We also practice at Avalon Lakes CC and Trumbull Country Club throughout the year as well. All of our courses are within a 20-minute drive from campus and help provide a variety of different layouts to challenge and prepare our team throughout the season.