Minerva Lake Golf Course began in the late 1920's. Following the start of the Depression in 1929, development at Minerva Park in the north end of Columbus had come to a grinding halt, with many of the park lands being sold for delinquent taxes and assessments. But local schoolteacher, Harold Pollock, had an idea for the area that had once been home to a thriving amusement park and was now in financial ruin. Already the owner of the 9-hole Beaver Ridge course also in north Columbus, he built what would become one of the most heavily patronized courses in central Ohio.

Initially opening as a semi-private course, Pollock soon decided to make the course completely public, a revolutionary idea in those days.

Maintaining a professional and experienced staff was a priority at Minerva Lake from the beginning. Pollock's early staff included course pro, Delbert Hamner.

The Pollock family were all talented and dedicated golfers. Jim, Pollock's son, won the district amateur tournament and played in national tournaments. Pollock's daugher, Marilyn played in events like the Franklin County Amateur. It was only natural then that the business would remain in the family.

Marilyn married local golfer, Herm Groezinger, and as a team they took over the business. Under their supervision the course was redesigned. Ed Williams was hired as superintendent and PGA golf pro, Bob Jones was hired and remained on staff until 1993.

Mark is the course superintendent. Minerva Lake has a long, proud history and continues to be a favorite of Central Ohio golfers.