West Lafayette, Indiana, October 13, 2025
News Summary
The Purdue Fall Invitational will occur at the Kampen-Cosler Golf Course in West Lafayette, Indiana, featuring collegiate teams aiming for the top spot. Illinois State’s Redbird men’s golf team, participating for the fourth consecutive year, will look to improve their past finishes. With live scoring and a concurrent Purdue Fall Individual event, excitement is guaranteed for players and spectators alike.
West Lafayette, Indiana – The Purdue Fall Invitational is set to take place on October 13-14, 2025, at the famed Kampen-Cosler Golf Course. This course, designed by Pete Dye, features a challenging links-style layout that includes large bent-grass greens, fairways, and tees, along with obstacles such as vast sand bunkers, native grasslands, ponds, and a natural celery bog.
The tournament boasts a par of 72 with a total yardage of 7,465 yards. Live scoring for the event will be accessible through a designated scoreboard, allowing fans and teams to track progress in real-time. A variety of collegiate teams will compete, including Purdue, Nebraska, Toledo, Illinois State, Northern Illinois, Ball State, Butler, Western Kentucky, South Dakota State, Southern Illinois, Loyola Chicago, Valparaiso, Oakland, Purdue Fort Wayne, and Ohio.
The Illinois State Redbird men’s golf team is entering the tournament looking to finish their fall season on a high note. This marks the fourth consecutive year the Redbirds have participated in the Purdue Fall Invitational, which they first attended in the fall of 2021. Their past performances have seen varying degrees of success; they placed 6th in 2021, 10th in 2022, and notably improved to 2nd in 2023. In the last event in 2024, the Redbirds finished 9th out of 15 teams with a total score of 881.
The Redbirds started their participation in the invitational with a total score of 880 in 2021 (304-289-287), followed by a less successful 10th place in 2022 with a score of 905 (292-298-315). Their impressive 2nd place finish in 2023 was highlighted by a cumulative score of 843 (277-283-283). As they gear up for this year’s tournament, the team is hopeful for another competitive performance.
Simultaneously, the Purdue Fall Individual will take place at the Birck Boilermaker Golf Course, featuring individual competitors from several teams. This concurrent event offers additional excitement during the weekend, allowing for a showcase of talent across various formats.
The Kampen Course is known for its strategic challenges, providing an engaging experience for both players and spectators alike. With five sets of tees, including championship tees over 7,400 yards and forward tees measuring 5,300 yards, the course caters to golfers of all skill levels, enhancing the competitive atmosphere of the invitation.
As the Redbirds prepare for this pivotal tournament, their past experiences will undoubtedly play a vital role in their strategy and performance, making the Purdue Fall Invitational a key highlight in their fall season.
Key Features of the Purdue Fall Invitational
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Date | October 13-14, 2025 |
| Location | Kampen-Cosler Golf Course, West Lafayette, Indiana |
| Par | 72 |
| Total Yardage | 7,465 yards |
| Participating Teams | Purdue, Nebraska, Toledo, Illinois State, Northern Illinois, Ball State, Butler, Western Kentucky, South Dakota State, Southern Illinois, Loyola Chicago, Valparaiso, Oakland, Purdue Fort Wayne, Ohio |
| Previous Redbird Finishes | 6th (2021), 10th (2022), 2nd (2023), 9th (2024) |
| Course Designer | Pete Dye |
| Concurrent Event | Purdue Fall Individual at Birck Boilermaker Golf Course |
FAQ
- When is the Purdue Fall Invitational scheduled?
- The Purdue Fall Invitational is scheduled to take place on October 13-14, 2025.
- Where will the tournament be held?
- The event will be hosted at the Kampen-Cosler Golf Course in West Lafayette, Indiana.
- What is the par and total yardage of the course?
- The tournament has a par of 72 and a total yardage of 7,465 yards.
- Will there be live scoring available during the event?
- Yes, live scoring for the event will be available through a designated scoreboard.
- Which teams are participating in the Purdue Fall Invitational?
- Participating teams include Purdue, Nebraska, Toledo, Illinois State, Northern Illinois, Ball State, Butler, Western Kentucky, South Dakota State, Southern Illinois, Loyola Chicago, Valparaiso, Oakland, Purdue Fort Wayne, and Ohio.
- How has the Illinois State Redbird men’s golf team performed in past tournaments?
- The Redbirds placed 6th in 2021, 10th in 2022, 2nd in 2023, and 9th in 2024 at this tournament.
- Who designed the Kampen Course?
- The Kampen Course is designed by Pete Dye.
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