Have you ever noticed the diverse range of lawnmowers that golf clubs use to preserve their courses and create an exceptional golf experience? It's worth pondering whether there could be a more sustainable solution, wouldn't you agree? I…
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…
Golf offers (too) a wonderful opportunity for people with disabilities to enhance both physical and mental well-being, providing many immediate and lasting health benefits (e.g. higher energy level, enhanced cardiovascular endurance, improved balance and motor skills, etc). That's…
In 2019, I highlighted the significance of memorable moments in customer experience management. We must create moments that matter! In my interpretation, defining moments are both memorable and meaningful. Such moments typically do not endure for a long…
There were rumblings during the previous year that Porsche may withdraw its European Open golf tournament sponsorship. However, the DP World Tour successfully negotiated an agreement with Porsche, allowing the tournament to continue as the Porsche European Open.…
In 2024, sports will continue leading towards a more diverse and inclusive world. We will see many more initiatives and efforts to create a more inclusive sports culture. Golf clubs can take a positive step by promoting diversity…
St Andrews Links Trust won the prestigious Best Sustainability Project at the Scottish Golf Tourism Awards in association with Luxe Scot in recognition of its outstanding work in driving sustainability and climate action. Sustainable golf featured prominently at…
Given that Joe Mendez, CCM, CCE, has been elected as the 2024 CMAA Chairman, I believe gaining insight into his perspective on the challenges that golf club managers and leaders could potentially encounter in 2024. This inquiry could…
The 151st Open at Royal Liverpool generated more than £187 million in overall economic benefit for the Wirral and the wider Liverpool City Region, according to an independent study commissioned by The R&A. The historic Championship had a total economic…
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…
Meeting Elisa Gaudet, the founder of Women's Golf Day, at the PGA Show in 2015 was a defining moment for me. Her initiative and drive inspired me, and I joined the Women's Golf Day team as a country…
Finca Cortesin has just confirmed the appointment of José Ignacio Olea as its new Director of Golf. With over two decades of invaluable experience in the golf industry, encompassing diverse operational, managerial, leadership, and sales roles. José Ignacio…
In the ever-evolving landscape of golf course management, the introduction of the Internet marked a pivotal shift in how clubs handle their operations. From the old server-based technologies of the '90s to the modern cloud-based solutions of today,…
This weekend, we will witness an exhilarating event that will likely shake up the Ladies European Tour: The Aramco Team Series Presented by PIF in Tampa. This tournament is a prelude to the highly anticipated Solheim Cup of…
BGL (Burhill Group Limited) has announced that its golf division, BGL Golf, is celebrating a record-breaking year of performance in 2023, with a 10% revenue increase, a significant investment and refurbishment program, an ‘excellent’ group NPS rating, and…
Club Car has served as a supplier to the Tour since 1999, providing indispensable vehicles for the staging of DP World Tour events worldwide. The DP World Tour has just announced the continuation of its cooperation with Club…
AI technology's potential advantages and benefits for the golf industry are being considered as we head into 2024. It is worth noting that AI technology has already been utilized in certain segments, such as sports equipment and lawn…
A report by the National Golf Foundation in November 2023 revealed that the number of individuals utilizing golf simulators has witnessed a staggering growth of 73% since the year 2019. The report estimated that approximately 6.2 million Americans…
The golf simulator market is now a significant segment of the golf equipment market that cannot be ignored. Have you taken notice of this? This is not surprising if we are aware of the fact that over the…
Guy Riggott's promotion to Chief Operating Officer of BGL's Golf Division is a testament to his hard work and dedication. Ever since Riggott joined BGL in September 2014 as Operations Director, he has been a driving force behind…