BOISE, Idaho — The Idaho Golf Association is excited to announce the hiring of Shane René as the new Administrator of Media and Communications — a newly created position that brings the total IGA staff count to eight.
Having worked for nearly a year as a USGA P.J. Boatwright Intern, nine months this year and roughly three months in 2023, René showed his true value through his hard work, impressive knowledge of the game, and his way with words.
"[Shane] has more than earned his keep with the IGA,” said Beaux Yenchik, Manager of Media and Communications. “He did everything I ever asked him to do and more. He brings a deep toolbox of skills that will be invaluable to the IGA for years to come. His passion for this game is shown in everything that he does and says. We are thrilled to have him on staff as a full-time member and can’t wait to see what is next in his offerings for the IGA.”
René graduated from the College of Idaho in the spring of 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing and Literature. While as a Coyote, he played on the men’s golf team.
Before transferring to finish his undergraduate, René spent four years at Depaul University in Chicago, where he played on the university’s club golf team and served as the editor and chief of the student newspaper, The DePaulia, in his final year.
He also worked for several years at Shadow Valley Golf Course, a staple for many golfing Idahoans in the Treasure Valley.
When asked about his recent hire, he said: “I've been a lunatic about golf for as long as I can remember, and the last year I've spent as an intern with the IGA has only confirmed for me why this game means so much to me and so many others. State and local golf associations are an essential piece of any golf community, and I'm thrilled to join the IGA team long-term as we continue to grow and enrich this increasingly dynamic community here in my home state of Idaho.”
Golfers will continue to see the IGA’s newest hire at all of its championships, USGA Qualifiers and membership events. He will also be heavily involved with the IGA’s social media pages (Instagram, Facebook and X) and website—producing stellar content for all to see and read.
Welcome to the family, Shane René.