Author: Miklos Breitner

Dubai Creek clubhouse view

How will Dubai Creek’s brand-new irrigation system enhance turf quality?

By: 2024. 09. 02.

We can find numerous ways to minimize water usage and consumption on our golf courses. Most frequently, I hear about using recycled water; selecting and establishing turfgrasses that naturally use less water and are adapted to your climate…

BGL Golf Burhill Golf Club clubhouse

Guess how much BGL Golf increased its rounds played year-on-year!

By: 2024. 08. 29.

Burhill Group Limited (BGL) Golf, a leading UK multi-course operator, has announced a significant increase in rounds played for the second quarter of 2024. In the second quarter of 2024, BGL reported a 9% increase in rounds played…

NexxChange SYSGolf logo

Where are the growth opportunities for NexxChange?

By: 2024. 08. 28.

Over the past three years, NexxChange, an Austrian golf club management software company, has progressively expanded its market presence in Europe through strategic acquisitions and partnerships: 2021 - acquired the Dutch E-Golf4U; 2023- partnered with UGolf Bluegreen, Europe's…

TaylorMade TP5 Stripe golf ball and the putter

Is the new TaylorMade TP5 & TP5x Stripe golf ball a gimmick?

By: 2024. 08. 28.

TaylorMade has carefully assessed that aiming is one of the biggest challenges for many of us on the golf course. Unfortunately, I have a bit of trouble aiming at the green. It's important to note that applying stripes…

Aramco Team Series the grand strand 18th hole

The Aramco Team Series goes to Mission Hills Resort in Shenzhen

By: 2024. 08. 27.

Like the World Corporate Golf Challenge (from October 28th to November 1st, 2024, Haikou Mission Hills Golf Club), the Aramco Team Series, presented by PIF and organized by Golf Saudi, will bring an important golf tournament to a…

Five Iron Golf Dubai bar

Where does Five Iron Golf host the world’s largest indoor golf league?

By: 2024. 08. 26.

After more than a year of anticipation, I can share with you the completion of the largest Five Iron Golf venue in Dubai to date. The venue spans 32,038 square feet and houses 17 simulators powered by Trackman…

TaylorMade Hi-Toe 4 wedge bunker shot

What new performance features await in the TaylorMade Hi-Toe 4 wedges?

By: 2024. 08. 20.

I really hate it when I have to hunt for my golf ball in a deep bunker with steep walls. It's definitely one of the reasons why I'll never forget my game at Las Colinas Golf & Country…

Sotogrande Valderrama 2nd hole

Sotogrande is representing Spain in the Golf Digest World Top 100 ranking

By: 2024. 08. 19.

Who should we trust more: Golf Digest's golf course evaluators or Leadingcourses users? The only two Spanish courses are listed on the most recent Golf Digest World Top 100. Both of them are within the Sotogrande estate: Real…

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Is the new Galvin Green collection completely waterproof?

By: 2024. 08. 16.

In February, Vogue magazine predicted that these five colors would dominate Spring 2024, but I believe they will remain popular throughout the year. First on the list is sky blue, which is a feature of the new Galvin…

Woodholme Country Club golf hole

Woodholme Country Club has chosen Troon to…

By: 2024. 08. 16.

Troon has been selected to manage Woodholme Country Club, a member-owned private club in Pikesville, Maryland, northwest of Baltimore.  Troon Privé, Troon's private club operating division, will manage club operations, agronomy, food and beverage, and membership sales and marketing.…

ECCO Golf Autumn Winter 2024 collection in the footsteps of sneakers men

ECCO Golf Autumn/Winter 2024 collection in the footsteps of sneakers

By: 2024. 08. 15.

Sneaker culture has transformed from a specialized interest among athletes and collectors to a worldwide phenomenon that has revolutionized the fashion industry. Michael Jordan's collaboration with Nike, which commenced in 1984, laid the foundation for popularizing sneaker culture.…

Tidewater Golf Club big lake and bunker

How urgent is the renovation of the bunkers at Tidewater Golf Club?

By: 2024. 08. 14.

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.…

La Cala Resort solar panels on roofs

How did La Cala Resort achieve the prestigious GEO Certification?

By: 2024. 08. 13.

On June 23, 1988, a NASA scientist's testimony significantly expanded global awareness of climate change. Concurrently, businesses began recognizing environmentalism as a marketable attribute. Coincidentally, this period marked the inception of the term "greenwashing." This was important to…

Baxter Headshot Red Jacket 2024 membership economy

How can we increase golf club membership using the membership economy?

By: 2024. 08. 12.

Last week, I started reading Robbie Kellman Baxter's bestseller, "The Membership Economy." As I read, I realized that the topic is highly relevant to golf clubs. Please share your thoughts in the comments – I'm curious to hear…

Turf Gamechanger_close look from the front

Invest in Turf Gamechanger’s revolutionary sports turf maintenance technology and become a shareholder!

By: 2024. 08. 07.

In the spring, I previously shared with you the amazing potential of the Finnish multifunction machine to revolutionize golf course maintenance tasks. How? The Turf Gamechanger (TGC) integrates the TGC method, utilizing Precision Maintenance software to gather maintenance…

59club Das Achental partnership 2024

How will 59club help Das Achental to advance its golfing experience?

By: 2024. 08. 02.

While digitalization is increasingly visible and experienced in golf clubs, its role and contribution to customer experience development are even more evident. I give you a few examples. Golf clubs have traditionally involved a lot of in-person interaction…

Carnoustie Golf Links Glencadam partnership private dining experience

Who Benefits More From The Partnership: Carnoustie Golf Links Or Glencadam?

By: 2024. 08. 01.

At the 2023 Scotch Whisky Masters, I found an unknown whiskey brand, the Glencadam. I must say, it excelled in four categories. The 10, 15, and 21-year-old Glencadam whiskies seem to me bright and light. Glencadam Single Malt…

2024 Allan MacCurrach Jr. Award winner Andi Meadows

Why is it important that Andi Meadows won the 2024 Allan MacCurrach Jr. Award?

By: 2024. 07. 31.

It was quite shocking to discover that in 2019, the share of female greenkeepers in the USA was only 1.5% and that there are only 4 female members of the American Society of Golf Course Architects. In 2019,…

The Golf Trust Secures Funding for Els for Autism Project

How will the Golf Trust bring the Ernie Els #GameON Autism Golf program to the UK?

By: 2024. 07. 30.

The British Medical Association claims "It is estimated that around 700,000 people in the UK have a diagnosis of autism. One in 100 children in the UK have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder." The BeyondAutism organization found: 7…

Valley Country Club - Colorado Clubhouse

Why would managing Valley Country Club be a great opportunity for Troon?

By: 2024. 07. 30.

Troon has been selected to manage the Valley Country Club - Founded in 1956 - in Centennial, Colorado, southeast of Denver.  Troon Privé, Troon's private club operating division, will manage club operations, agronomy, food and beverage, and membership…