In just five years, Golf & Leisure Group, with the support of HMH Golf & Leisure, has achieved remarkable success by acquiring two highly profitable golf clubs: Bristol Golf Centre in 2020 and now the impressive 3 Hammers…
We revisited Madeira to unwind and rejuvenate in the first half of February (just like last year). Even in February, the island enjoys delightful weather, with an average temperature of 21°C. When I first visited Madeira in 2019,…
The success of golf entertainment venues can be attributed to their informal offerings and the inclusive experiences they provide, which are designed to appeal to a broad audience, thus challenging the conventional perceptions associated with the game of…
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…
A McKinsey study on data and personalization revealed that companies leveraging data can grow faster and generate 40% more revenue through personalized sales and marketing tactics. When discussing data collection, we are no longer referring to a simple…
Last year, Sega acquired Rovio Entertainment, the company behind Angry Birds, for an astounding €706 million ($776 million). The deal aims to utilize Rovio's expertise to enhance Sega's IP in the mobile space, including Sonic The Hedgehog, which has already succeeded…
Do not be misled by the recent decline in Topgolf Callaway Brands stock. According to The Motley Fool, Topgolf's stock has decreased by 20% year to date and 33% over the last 12 months. Indoor golf and entertainment…
Toptracer, the world’s number one range technology, has announced a five-year partnership with The R&A for The Open and AIG Women’s Open. The agreement will see Toptracer deliver innovations in unique ways so that fans can engage with…
Playsport Golf Range, one of the UK’s biggest driving ranges, has reported record business growth in 2023 following the installation of Toptracer Technology. Located on the outskirts of Glasgow, the multi-floor driving range boasts 56 premium bays and…
Just a few years before installing Toptracer technology, Gloucester Golf Club had been on the brink of closure, but thanks to a dedicated stable of staff and members, the club stayed afloat. In 2022, while looking for opportunities…
Centro Nacional de Golf, the home of the Spanish Golf Federation, has made significant progress in enhancing its driving range experience since integrating Toptracer Technology in 2018. As one of Toptracer’s earliest clients in continental Europe, Centro Nacional…
Forthview Golf Range, in Airth, Falkirk, has experienced a colossal 600% growth since implementing Toptracer technology five years ago. Toptracer, the #1 range technology in golf, was installed at Forthview Golf Range in 2019. The technology was an…
Elisa Guadet shared an exciting statistic from our interview yesterday. While 75% of on-course golfers are male, the gender split of players off the course is almost 50-50, with 47% female and 53% male. Syngenta's recently published study…
The modernization of Cobbs Creek Golf Campus and the collaboration among the parties involved is truly inspiring and could serve as a model for other golf club proprietors and developers. Below you can find what I found particularly…
The world’s number 1 range technology, Toptracer, and the UK Women’s Golf Community – founded by Jasmine, aka The Jazzy Golfer – joined forces for a groundbreaking driving range takeover that brought together more than 130 women and…
The Toptracer 9-Shot Challenge was launched last year. The event was scheduled to coincide with The Open at St Andrews. This year, the Toptracer 9-Shot Challenge will once again utilize a similar timing technique, and it will take…
I dare to say, "thanks" to COVID digital coaching skyrocketed in several sports. Just think about the popularity of Tonal and Peloton in the fitness space. There have already been attempts to support the work of PGA professionals…
In October 2022, I highlighted that those golf clubs who understand the importance of investing in driving range experience and do not only look at the cost side of this investment can answer at least three business challenges at the…
Since my FAM trip to Las Colinas Golf & Country Club in 2018, I saw many great achievements at the Spanish golf resort. Las Colinas Golf & Country Club won 3 categories in the World Travel Awards competition in 2021:…
Today, more and more golf club managers realize that there is a connection between the pace of play and the golf experience (see customer experience). Managing tee-time intervals properly can contribute a lot to golf experience and improve net…