Monthly Archives: January 2023

Wilson Golf Dynapower Driver Carbon toe down_resized

Can Wilson Golf repeat its success with the new Dynapower club range?

By: 2023. 01. 31.

As a Wilson Golf fan, I am very excited to see the return of Wilson Golf's Dynapower in a renewed version. The history of Dynapower is quite well-known but I summarize it briefly. In 1956, Wilson Golf's Dynapower…

2023 KemperSports Golfer Insights Survey

What are the learnings of the 2023 KemperSports Golfer Insights Survey?

By: 2023. 01. 30.

KemperSports has just released its 2023 KemperSports Golfer Insights Survey. Roughly 16,000 golfers of varying levels and ages were asked about their motivations to play golf. Before I would share with you KemperSports' findings, let me show you…

Golf Genius International Year in Review 2022

Did Golf Genius International exceed its brave business goals in 2022?

By: 2023. 01. 27.

In December 2021, at the GCMA 2021 Conference, I was very pleased when Golf Genius initiated an influencer marketing cooperation with me. Golf Genius was one of my several new clients in 2022. I believe it is essential…

Clube de golf Santo da Serra golf course view

How is Clube de Golf Santo da Serra preparing for climate change’s effects?

By: 2023. 01. 26.

Water costs are one of the biggest expenses for golf clubs. At the same time, it is better to prepare now that we will not always have an infinite amount of water at our disposal. I can still…

La Hacienda Links Golf Resort sea shore golf course real estate

What should La Hacienda Links Golf Resort do for a better golf experience?

By: 2023. 01. 25.

Last year I reported that La Hacienda Links Golf Resort was acquired by Millenium Hospitality. The Texas-based golf course architect Kurtis Bowman has redesigned the Links Course. A new contemporary clubhouse, driving range, and practice area have been completed. La Hacienda Links…

2023 Titleist Pro V1 golf ball_inside elements

How much have Titleist Pro V1 golf balls evolved in 1 year?

By: 2023. 01. 24.

In September 2022, Titleist started the seeding and validation process for 2023 Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x golf balls on the PGA Tour at the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open in Las Vegas. The new Titleist Pro V1…

John Deere 7700A E-Cut PrecisionCut Fairway Mower

Why worth visiting the John Deere booth at BTME 2023?

By: 2023. 01. 24.

In the second half of last year, I first heard that John Deere will introduce its electric greens mowers at the BTME in 2023. I planned to be there at BTME this year. Then, unfortunately, something happened to…

Dismal River Club resized

How can Dismal River Club improve if it is operated by KemperSports?

By: 2023. 01. 23.

You know how much of an admirer I am of Tom Doak's work. Last week, KemperSports won the full management of the Dismal River Club, a private golf club in  Mullen, Nebraska. That's why I couldn't ignore the…

JCB Championship 2023 Darren Clarke

Will the organizers repeat the success of the JCB Championship in August?

By: 2023. 01. 20.

The Legends Tour will return to the JCB Golf & Country Club - from 3-5 August 2023 - following the hugely successful JCB Championship - more than 7,000 spectators - at the venue last year, with 2011 Open…

The R&A IMG Partnership extended

How will The R&A & IMG partnership evolve and expand in the future?

By: 2023. 01. 19.

The R&A has renewed and expanded its long-standing partnership with IMG to create and invest in new commercial opportunities that drive long-term growth and support its wider strategy. Starting January 2023, the new long-term agreement will see Endeavor-owned…

Glenmuir 2023 Autumn Winter Collection_MarineGreen-Couple-6

Which 4 top color trends does the 2023 Glenmuir Autumn-Winter Collection follow?

By: 2023. 01. 18.

The Fashion Frill defined the TOP 10 color trends in 2023. I put in bold those colors that we can find in the 2023 Glenmuir Autumn-Winter Collection too: Digital Lavender Sundial Luscious Red Tranquil Blue Verdigris, Pantone Fanfare…

Streamsong Resort Red golf course hole 16th (Credit_ Larry Lambrecht)

Who has been better off with the sale of Streamsong Resort?

By: 2023. 01. 17.

Two possible explanations came to my mind when I heard of Streamsong Resort's sale by The Mosaic Company to Lone Windmill LLC, a subsidiary of Kemper Sports Management LLC. Option #1: The Mosaic Company wants to focus on…

Wilson DUO SOFT golf ball packshot white color

See why you’ll gain more distances with the new Wilson DUO SOFT golf balls!

By: 2023. 01. 16.

One of my best decisions in 2022 was to change to Wilson DUO SOFT+ golf balls and to Wilson Staff D9 clubs in 2021. Wilson DUO SOFT golf balls are part of Wilson's premium golf ball range that…

Pure Seed and Atlas Turf International are introducing Sun Queen bermudagrass

What are the benefits of Pure-Seed’s new seeded bermudagrass Sun Queen?

By: 2023. 01. 13.

Pure Seed and Atlas Turf International have just launched Sun Queen, their newest seeded bermudagrass for the golf, sports field, and landscape markets. This new release from the breeding program of Pure-Seed Testing, Inc. delivers the total package…

Peter Finch OGIO influencer marketing cooperation

How can Peter Finch help OGIO as Golf Brand Ambassador?

By: 2023. 01. 12.

More and more brands understand that they need to move more budget to influencer marketing as a more effective and accessible means of communication with consumers. It can also be a highly effective way to attract and connect…

GCAE Golf Business Conference 2023

The 2023 Golf Business Conference: how to reinvent golf club business?

By: 2023. 01. 12.

The 15th Annual European Golf Business Conference (14-16 February 2023, Cascais, Portugal) is almost here. It will cover and discuss these golf business challenges below. In the continuation, you will find why these topics are so important, timely,…

PING G430 drivers_Lifestyle_DriverGroup_2

How does the new PING G430 driver switch to the desired speed?

By: 2023. 01. 11.

PING launched the PING G430 family in North America, Europe, and South America yesterday. In the lure of speed and forgiveness, I was curious about the changes since the launch of PING G410 Plus & G410 SFT drivers…

Foxhills Club and Resort Sean Graham

How much more Foxhills is ready to spend on golf course modernization?

By: 2023. 01. 09.

Foxhills Club & Resort has begun work on a major golf course modernization project that has seen £1.5 million already invested – and has announced a new director of golf to help oversee the improvements. Sean Graham -…

Toptracer PGA of America partnership

How did Toptracer become an “Official Range Technology” of the PGA of America?

By: 2023. 01. 06.

I believe the strongest brands are fully relevant and make a difference in consumers’ lives. These relevant brands continue to not only win the heads and hearts of consumers/golfers but also drive top-line business growth. Toptracer driving range…

Pinehurst Resort 10th golf course by Tom Doak

How memorable will be the new Tom Doak-designed golf course at Pinehurst Resort?

By: 2023. 01. 05.

Probably one of the first golf architecture books I read was Tom Doak's The Anatomy of a Golf Course. I've followed his work since (e.g., The Loop at Forest Dunes, Barnbougle Dunes (Tasmania), Cape Kidnappers, Streamsong, Tara Iti…