62 entries: Grove

Dubai Golf mangrove plantation

Why is Dubai Golf’s mangrove planting crucial to the local ecosystem?

By: 2024. 06. 17.

Would you believe that between 35-50% of the world’s mangrove forests were lost between 1980-2000? The Rainforest Trust makes that claim. It is worth knowing that mangrove forests provide ideal habitats for fish, crustaceans, and other organisms seeking…

The Grove Club Car Bluetooth music speakers

Why did The Grove order a Club Car fleet with Bluetooth music speakers?

By: 2023. 05. 25.

You may remember from 2017 when I reported on Greg Norman's "Shark Experience" service for Club Car golf carts. Verizon provided the content (E.g. music, live sports, news, entertainment, golf tips by Greg Norman) in those days. It…

The Grove 1st hole_resized

The Grove will host the 5th & final event of the 2023 Rose Ladies Series

By: 2023. 03. 09.

I have just discovered that The Grove - May 2 - will be one of the venues of the 2023 Rose Ladies Series, in addition to West Lancashire Golf Club, Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club, Wentworth (East), and…

Boca Grove from the air Boca Raton Florida

Troon Privé will manage Boca Grove members-only golf and country club

By: 2022. 01. 07.

Troon has been selected to manage Boca Grove, exclusive, members-only golf, tennis, and country club in Boca Raton, Fla.  Troon Privé, the private club operating division of Troon, will manage golf, tennis and club operations, food & beverage, golf…

Sterling Grove #10 - Photo Credit Patrick Koenig

Sterling Grove Golf & Country Club will be an exclusive private club

By: 2021. 02. 01.

The Nicklaus Design and Heritage Links began the development of an 18-hole course at Sterling Grove Golf & Country Club on 7 February 2019. This is the second Nicklaus Design golf course with Toll Brothers (a Troon brand).…

The Fountaingrove Golf Club a private golf club

How will The Fountaingrove Club revive?

By: 2019. 01. 16.

Do you remember the Tubbs Fire of October 2017? It was, at the time, the most destructive wildfire in California history, burning parts of Napa, Sonoma, but The Fountaingrove Club as well. The fire destroyed 5,643 structures in…

Did you enjoy the British Masters at The Grove?

By: 2016. 10. 18.

Last week’s British Masters at The Grove is just over. The Swede Alex Noren claimed the 2016 title with an 18 under par total. This was the Swede's 7th European Tour International Schedule victory in his 222nd official…

Why is it good to be a guest in The Grove?

By: 2015. 05. 29.

Last year I complained about that golf clubs do not measure customer satisfaction, performance and NPS (Net Promoter Score) to be able to attract new golfers and golf club members, but also to retain existing ones. Now I…

Gary Rushgrove is joining the John Letters Golf Academy

By: 2015. 02. 22.

The PGA professional Gary Rushgrove is joining as academy director after 3 successful years as director of golf and head professional at Athlone Golf Academy, Ireland. He will be in Solihull. Related articles What a difference can a…

Hero Dubai Desert Classic 8th Hole

The Hero Dubai Desert Classic has been GEO Certified for the 2nd time

By: 2024. 07. 08.

In August of last year, I was delighted to learn that the Hero Dubai Desert Classic golf tournament had attained GEO Certified qualification. Establishing a prerequisite for hosting major golf tournaments would be advantageous, mandating that they host…

Club Car Ice Blue Tempo_FV

What upcoming innovations will Club Car present at the BTME exhibition next week?

By: 2024. 01. 17.

One of my discoveries in 2023 was IOTee, the keyless golf cart fleet management solution that can help golf clubs have a new revenue stream and better cater to golf club members and guests (see customer experience). In…

CMAE England appoints Mike Shrieve as new Chair of Young Managers’ Group

Why Mike Shrieve was chosen as the new Chair of CMAE England’s Young Managers’ Group?

By: 2024. 01. 04.

CMAE England has appointed Mike Shrieve as the new Chair of its Young Managers’ Group. Shrieve, Director of Golf at Bearwood Lakes Golf Club in Berkshire, will hold the position for the next two years, leading the sub-network…

2023 Tagmarshal Diamond Awards Diamond Partner 2023-2024

What is the importance of winning the 2023 Tagmarshal Diamond Awards?

By: 2023. 11. 01.

The subject of pace of play is a recurring topic among golf club managers. This matter can cause considerable inconvenience to golfers who wish to utilize their leisure time to play golf. It is not a novel concept…

Royal Melbourne Country Club Pickleball court

How many more guests can the Royal Melbourne Country Club’s 2 new pickleball courts attract?

By: 2023. 08. 28.

It's remarkable how popular pickleball has become in the United States. A recent study suggests that in 2022, more individuals played pickleball than tennis. Could this really be the case? According to Statista, there were 23.6 million tennis…

Hero Dubai Desert Classic a GEO Certified Tournament

How did the Hero Dubai Desert Classic achieve GEO Certified Tournament status?

By: 2023. 08. 17.

It is becoming increasingly common to hear about golf clubs achieving GEO Certified status, but we hear very little about golf tournaments achieving the same GEO Certified Tournament status. Why have only 18 international golf tournaments - Hero…

Bowood Club Car team

Why did Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort switch to Club Car golf carts?

By: 2023. 07. 12.

Bowood Hotel, Spa, and Golf Resort have just switched to Club Car as its new golf vehicle supplier and installed a state-of-the-art Tempos fleet. The Tempo cars, which deliver outstanding hill-climbing power and acceleration, are branded with Bowood’s…

Antognolla Golf Club 3rd hole

How to have a great holiday with your family at Antognolla Golf Club?

By: 2023. 06. 15.

As a golfing parent, I also think a lot about where to take my family on a golfing holiday. Many of my friends are looking for opportunities how to spend more time with their loved ones. They are…

Le Golf National green in permaculture2

What are Le Golf National’s recent innovative sustainability projects?

By: 2023. 05. 30.

As you know, Le Golf National is the French Golf Federation's facility and the host venue of several international golf tournaments (e.g., 2018 Ryder Cup, 2024 Olympic Games, French Open, etc.). That's why I was very curious about,…

Donald Trump Trump International Scotland May 1st 2023

Where would be worth it for Donald Trump to build a new golf course in Scotland?

By: 2023. 05. 02.

I never thought I would ever mention Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, in the Golf Business Monitor. The reason for this is that I don't want to talk about politics, but only about the…

Al Zorah Golf Club GEO Certified

How did Al Zorah Golf Club achieve GEO Certification?

By: 2022. 11. 15.

Sustainable golf course operations are not a marketing gimmick anymore. It is a strategic imperative. At the same time, a matter of survival, and a customer obsession enabler as well as an integral part of business risk. Some…