Mary Lee Nagle Duda and Fritz Duda

Mary Lee Nagle Duda and Fritz Duda

  • Born and raised in Iowa City, Mary Lee excelled in sports at St. Mary's Elementary School and City High School
  • Mary Lee earned a home economics degree from the University of Iowa and put her passion for the Hawkeyes to work as a member of the Iowa cheerleading squad
  • Fritz Duda was born in Waterloo, Iowa, where he started his career as a lawyer
  • The couple eventually moved to Dallas, Texas, after living in California, where Fritz spent most of his career as a real estate developer
  • Over the past decade, the couple have become some of the most influential donors to Iowa athletics
  • In 2010, the Mary Lee Hawkeye Spirit Fund was announced at an Iowa Football game, supporting student athletics. The gift was the largest of its kind for a university spirit program at that time
  • In 2012, the couple contributed to the James M. Hoak Family Golf Complex, and their recent contribution to the Nagle Family Clubhouse at Finkbine Golf Course is opening new doors for the Hawkeye golf programs

Building Information

Street Address
1380 Melrose Avenue
Year built
2020
Additional building information
Nagle Family Clubhouse

The Nagle Family Clubhouse, located at 1380 Melrose Avenue in Iowa City, Iowa, serves as the centerpiece of Finkbine Golf Course, a premier golfing destination owned by the University of Iowa's Athletic Department. Opened in April 2020, this two-level, 20,305-square-foot facility offers a range of amenities designed to enhance the experience for golfers and visitors alike. 

Key features of the clubhouse include an expanded pro shop, Bump's Restaurant and Bar, an outdoor patio, locker rooms, and underground cart storage. Additionally, the Nagle Room provides a versatile space for conferences and private dining. 

The clubhouse was made possible through a generous donation from Mary Lee Nagle Duda and Fritz Duda. The Nagle family's legacy in the area dates back nearly a century, contributing significantly to the city's development and the university's growth. 

Aerial View