Golf Genius Software has appointed Michael Pask as an advisory member of the company. This hire is part of Golf Genius' international expansion plans. Pask joins the team with a host of experience in the golf industry, having…
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…
As we prepare for Christmas, IMG acquired the Mutua Madrid Open tennis tournament and the Acciona Open de España golf tournament. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2022, subject to ATP / WTA and regulatory approvals.…
Probably you remember that Scotland won last year the right of hosting The 2019 Solheim Cup. The tournament will be held at The Gleneagles Hotel. It seems like that Scotland does not leave the success to chance. VisitScotland on…
Martin Kaymer and his Management Team are joining forces with worldwide management and marketing company, IMG. As part of the agreement, IMG will work together with manager Philip Kaymer, coach Gunter Kessler and PR-agent Dirk Schimmel to manage…
Early this year the golf media was loud because of the Open Championship deal (worth at least £75m) with Sky Sports. Now, I can herald another golf media deal. The Ladies' Golf Union and IMG announced today that the Ricoh Women’s…
On Thursday IMG announced the acquisition of golf talent agency Icon Sports Management. Icon's president and CEO R.J. Nemer, the agency's founder will continue in the golf division at WME | IMG. R.J. Nemer will become IMG’s Senior Vice…
The world's No. 16 Japanese golf Hideki Matsuyama has just signed a contract with IMG for for worldwide management and marketing representation. Hideki Matsuyama turned pro in 2013 (before turning pro he was the No. 1 on the World…
I wonder and stare, how Bulgaria is emerging on the global golf map from almost nothing. Currently 8 golf courses are operating in Bulgaria, where 3 of them on the Black Sea cost (Black Sea Rama, Thracian Cliffs Golf…
JD Boyce, CGCS, director of agronomy at Tupelo (Miss.) Country Club, and Wayne Lagasse, CGCS, superintendent at Stonington (Conn.) Country Club, have been named Grassroots Ambassador Leadership Award winners from the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA).…
The importance of customer experience has risen significantly for golf clubs and resorts, leading to service design being recognized as a fundamental approach to innovation and management. Service design has gained significant visibility in contemporary discourse. Its potential…
Oxygen plays a crucial role in the respiration of plant cells, and ensuring an adequate supply is vital to their health. Oxygen availability is primarily influenced by the balance of water and air in the soil or substrate.…
Analyzing the gamer statistics, Topgolf's new game has the potential to resonate with Millennials and Gen Z. Various insights into gaming demographics support this. Here are some compelling stats about gamers: By 2024, there are expected to be 3.32…
I often see that even the best-designed golf courses struggle to draw in golfers due to a lack of accommodation options. Incorporating lodging facilities could significantly increase the appeal of golf courses and attract more guests. This concept…
Sustainable bunker specialists EcoBunker have successfully completed the first phase of enhancements at Newquay Golf Club. This phase involved replacing 13 bunkers with their innovative EcoBunker Advanced revetted synthetic bunker technology, which offers improved aesthetics and functionality for…
It is becoming increasingly evident that athleisure is a significant and growing trend in the sportswear industry, including golf apparel. This presents an exciting opportunity for brands to innovate and cater to consumers' evolving preferences, seeking style and…
When it comes to golf club management, rounds played, club usage, and many other metrics are used to evaluate the health of a club and its membership. When evaluating all the areas of a club, the fitness side…
Virtual Reality (VR) is widely recognized for its transformative capability of immersing users in a digital environment and facilitating interaction with computer-generated worlds through gestures and movements. This technology is anticipated to emerge as a significant trend within…
A former Scottish First Division referee who officiated at European matches before becoming head greenkeeper at Buchanan Castle has accepted the nomination to become president of the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) in 2025. Ronnie Myles,…
The future may not just be around the corner—it may already be here. Sustainability is now a critical issue for the textile industry, with the clothing sector being one of the world's most significant contributors to environmental degradation.…