Have you observed the growing trend of TifEagle turf (a fine‐textured ultradwarf bermudagrass) being embraced in greens renovation? For instance, at Saddlebrook Resort, Bellair Country Club, etc. The Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale (36-hole golf resort) has recently…
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,…
According to Allied Market Research's 2024 report, the global luxury tourism market is valued at approximately $1.4 trillion and is projected to reach $2.2 trillion by 2030. This growth corresponds to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of…
The USTA found last year that U.S. tennis participation grew by 1 million players in 2022, with more than 23.6 million playing the sport–the third consecutive year that the sport has increased. This number, when added to the…
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…
Mike Keiser's book - The Nature of the Game - was very instructive for me. Perhaps it was this book that convinced me how exciting and beautiful the links courses are and why minimalist golf course architecture is…