In 2024, Lundin Golf Club took a proactive step towards sustainability by seeking innovative solutions to reduce bunker maintenance costs. The goal is to enhance the overall golf experience while also being mindful of environmental impact. EcoBunker has…
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…
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…
When I mentioned KemperSports taking over the management of the Tidewater Golf Club last August, they surprisingly didn't mention any plans for bunker or golf course renovation. They simply said the golf club would undergo a major transformation.…
I have already reported to you twice this year that it is not impossible to solve the damage caused by floods to the bunkers of our golf courses. Now, I will show you the example of Hoover Country…
It has come to my attention that Aphrodite Hills is currently undergoing a trial of the Capillary Bunkers system. This trial has been initiated with the objective of identifying an alternative solution to reduce the expenses incurred in…
When I shared this news, Ian D.N. Fetigan, CCM, CAM (former GM at Esplanade Golf & Country Club) told me on Linkedin that he has got a fresh experience with the implementation and usage of CapillaryFlow. In this…
Sand replacement can be taxing on golf clubs. You get sands that are contaminated, and they have to replace them. Because of this, many golf clubs are considering reducing the number of bunkers on their golf courses. Are…
The Country Club of Columbus in Georgia was founded in 1909. The course was rebuilt in the early 1920s by Donald Ross. Architect Drew Rogers, at the time working for Arthur Hills, renovated it between 2000-2002, but until…
I think there is nothing new in that Korea is one of the most valuable golf markets in the world. A recent study of the Yuwon Golf Foundation found that the golf industry in South Korea is worth an estimated…
I would like to highlight the remarkable developments that have occurred at Harbour Town Golf Links (Hilton Head Island, South Carolina) over the last six months. Two key enhancements have been implemented: Major restoration completed: The work included…
Quintero Golf Club, long celebrated as one of the Top 100 Public Courses in the United States, has reopened to public play after completing a multi-million-dollar renovation project. The five-month restoration effort, which began on June 2 and…
Rockliffe Hall, the award-winning five-star resort hotel in North East England, is embarking on a transformational journey by investing millions in its golf facilities. This isn't just typical golf business news; it's a bold move driven by independent…
Today, when we think about building a new golf course or renovating an existing one, aesthetics is no longer the only expectation of golfers. Instead, courses are adapting in terms of shape, function, technology, and environmental responsibility. I…
If you're considering the top three expectations golfers have from your golf club's courses, you're in the right place if you focus on the following: Greens roll smoothly, Golf course design, The golf course is visually appealing. It…
A transformative revitalization project, valued at $92 million, is currently underway at Saddlebrook Resort, the renowned 480-acre destination located near Tampa, Florida. This extensive redevelopment aims to restore the property’s legacy as a premier destination for leisure travelers,…
Seeing the renovated clubhouse of Frilford Heath Golf Club, where they also found space for an 18-seat meeting room, I wondered what if they had also considered remote workers. As of early 2025, nearly 40% of UK employees…
I won’t delve into the frequently encountered challenges that golf clubs face in maintaining their bunkers. Instead, I'll highlight two common obstacles: the ongoing battle with contaminated sand and the "beauty" of erosion that shapes the faces and…
I struggle to take seriously manufacturers who believe that simply adding the word "golf" to a product's name will make it appealing to us golfers. For instance, someone once suggested a sunscreen they claimed was specially formulated for…
In recent years, I have developed a strong interest in bunker maintenance and improvement (including aesthetics!). Now, I have discovered another solution that can benefit golf clubs looking to address the issue of poor turf quality in heavily…