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Here is the 2025 GCSAA President’s Award for Environmental Stewardship winner!

By: December 13, 2024
Matt Gourlay 2025 GCSAA President’s Award for Environmental Stewardship winner

Matt Gourlay, CGCS, MG, AGS, superintendent at Hillcrest Country Club in Boise, Idaho, has been recognized for his exemplary commitment to sustainability by receiving the 2025 President’s Award for Environmental Stewardship from the Golf Course Superintendents Association of…

What motivated Troon to acquire the Club at Cordillera?

By: December 12, 2024
The Club at Cordillera - Valley Course hole 10 resized

Troon has purchased The Club at Cordillera, a private club in Edwards, Colorado, near Vail. Troon Privé, the company's private club operating division, has managed the 54-hole mountain golf club since January 2013.  Troon purchased The Club at…

What innovative golf experience is Olazábal Design envisioning for Al Areen in Bahrain?

By: December 11, 2024
OLAZABAL DESIGN Al Areen Bahrain

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts Bahrain's economy will grow by 3% in 2024 but accelerate to 3.5% in 2025, supported by manufacturing and private sector credit expansion. Despite the challenges, significant uncertainty and risks persist, such as…

How does Invited enhance athletic-focused experiences with Aescape?

By: December 10, 2024
Aescape Hero resized

Wellness travel is transforming, shifting from a focus on passive relaxation to dynamic, activity-driven experiences. In the wake of the pandemic, we have seen a significant rise in outdoor, sports-oriented wellness activities such as cycling excursions, hiking adventures,…

What remarkable sustainability innovations did Emirates Golf Club embrace in 2024?

By: December 9, 2024
Emirates Golf Club Clubhouse

In pursuing a more sustainable and environmentally responsible future, a range of innovations is transforming golf club operations and advancing the management of sustainability practices. When I discovered that Emirates Golf Club had been awarded the prestigious European…

How appealing will the 2025 Trackman NEXT Golf Tour be to professional golfers?

By: December 6, 2024
Trackman NEXT Golf Tour in 2025

This year saw the launch of the Trackman NEXT Golf Tour, an exciting development for professional golfers. The organizers -Trackman and the European Tour Group—enhanced the competition's appeal by inviting the Order of Merit winner to participate in…

How does Tagmarshal safeguard your golf carts against theft?

By: December 6, 2024
Tagmarshal Helps Nab Golf Cart Theft Ring

According to statistics from law enforcement officials, around 30,000 golf carts are reported stolen yearly in the US. As golf cart popularity grows, it’s crucial to implement proactive measures to prevent theft and protect these valuable assets. By…

What new knowledge can Michael Horvath (Strava) contribute to Trackman?

By: December 5, 2024
Trackman Michael Horvath joins board of directors 2024

We may not consider the Trackman news that Michael Horvath, co-founder and former CEO of Strava, has joined its Board of Directors significant. Understanding Strava's success story can inspire a profound change in perspective. Launched in 2009, Strava…

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How easy is it for PlayInOne to simplify planning golf vacations?

By: December 5, 2024
PlayInOne golf travel industry

Contemporary golf travelers often perceive the extensive array of available experiences as overwhelming. Consequently, they desire user-friendly platforms capable of efficiently sorting through these options and facilitating seamless, real-time bookings on a global scale. The global market for…

Tip for the 2025 PGA Show: Visit the Duca del Cosma booth (#6573)

By: December 4, 2024
Duca del Cosma 2025 PGA Show golfers

The US market has enthusiastically welcomed Duca del Cosma's ultra-stylish golf shoes (men's and women's), a testament to the power of blending fashion and performance on the course. When the rainy and cooler seasons roll around, I love…

What features can we expect in the new John Deere Gator XUV 875M utility vehicle?

By: December 3, 2024
John Deere Gator XUV 875M

The transition to electric vehicles in the EU is facing challenges. Italy and Germany seek support from other EU member states to advocate for relaxing the EU targets for reducing car CO2 emissions. They are also pushing to…

What accomplishments did the winners of the 2024 Women in Golf Awards achieve?

By: December 2, 2024
2024 Women in Golf Awards winners

I've extensively written about women's role in golf. I believe it is equally vital for women to be adequately represented in the operation and management of golf clubs. For years, I have proudly supported and contributed - as…

How much can a TOP 10 ranking help St Enodoc Golf Club boost sales?

By: November 29, 2024
Aerial of St Enodoc Golf Club golf course

Golf World composed a list of golf courses based on 2024 green fees. This explains how the review team defined the term ‘Value for Money’. The James Braid-designed Church Course at St Enodoc Golf Club in Cornwall, England,…

What insights did Yorkshire golf club managers gain at the R&A sustainability seminar?

By: November 28, 2024
R&A sustainability seminar Yorkshire golf club managers

Forrester predicts that in 2025, given global economic and geopolitical uncertainties, profitability and caution will become central to corporate strategies across all industries. Consequently, environmental sustainability efforts will begin to prioritize financial returns. In today’s world, sustainability is…

How will EcoBunker safeguard the bunkers at Keilir Golf Club?

By: November 27, 2024
Keilir Golf Club double bunker

The Keilir Golf Club (Hafnarfjörður, Iceland) has secured the GEO Certified status for the third time (2014, 2017, 2024-26, for renewal 2027). A recent Great British Bunker Study found: Consistency in sand depth and purity, along with the stability and…

How much will Golf Genius improve the quality of the GOLFZON Tour?

By: November 27, 2024
GOLFZON Tour with Golf Genius Software

It is not uncommon for golf tournament organizers to encounter obstacles when trying to elevate customer experience initiatives amid other strategic business goals. If you are in a similar situation, it would be beneficial to clearly illustrate how…

Do you know what professional awards Close House was nominated for?

By: November 26, 2024
Close House clubhouse air view

There is considerable evidence indicating that increases in brand trust correlate with enhanced business outcomes for the brand. Trust and credibility can be established by acquiring certifications and awards from authoritative organizations. I encourage my clients to consider…

How does Chart Hills showcase luxury in its on-site accommodations?

By: November 25, 2024
The Barn at Chart Hills

Luxury has shifted from being solely defined by high prices to embracing a more holistic approach. Today, luxury embodies authenticity and the importance of building genuine one-on-one relationships. It emphasizes the significance of exceptional service and personalized experiences,…