55 entries: Solheim

Finca Cortesin José Ignacio Olea resized

Finca Cortesin has welcomed José Ignacio Olea as its new Director of Golf

By: 2024. 03. 14.

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…

Aramco Team Series in Tampa

What positive impact will the Aramco Team Series presented by PIF in Tampa make?

By: 2024. 03. 07.

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…

Old Tom Morris Award GCSAA Dottie Pepper

What earned Dottie Pepper the GCSAA Old Tom Morris Award?

By: 2023. 11. 15.

Dottie Pepper, former LPGA Tour professional and current television golf broadcaster, has been named the recipient of the 42nd Old Tom Morris Award, presented by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). Pepper will be honored on…

Cabot Highlands hole 14 from behind green by Credit Darren Chisholm

When will the Tom Doak-designed golf course in Cabot Highlands be ready?

By: 2023. 08. 02.

Have you been keeping up with Castle Stuart Golf Links (since 2009) lately? The Cabot Collection acquired this fantastic golf club in Inverness, Scotland, in 2022 and added it to its impressive collection. One of the first actions…

The championship course at Finca Cortesin

How did Finca Cortesin qualify for the GEO Certified accreditation?

By: 2023. 07. 26.

In today's world, it is common to see golf clubs and resorts receiving GEO Certified accreditation. However, let's take a closer look at what they have done to support a worthy cause. It's important to take into account…

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How does the new PING G430 driver switch to the desired speed?

By: 2023. 01. 11.

PING launched the PING G430 family in North America, Europe, and South America yesterday. In the lure of speed and forgiveness, I was curious about the changes since the launch of PING G410 Plus & G410 SFT drivers…

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PING ChipR vs. Odyssey X-Act Tank Chipper

By: 2022. 07. 22.

I was beginning to believe that I had found a very useful new type of golf club. What is it about? PING ChipR is a fully-engineered short-game solution that combines elements of a putter and wedge to help…

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Will you stand the heat in the PING Spring Summer 2023 Collection?

By: 2022. 06. 30.

Now that I’m getting ready for my game tomorrow, I can think of nothing more than how I’m going to endure the heat. Today's temperature is 38C/100F outside and I cannot feel good without my air conditioner. It…

La Reserva Club Sotogrande Aramco Team Series 2022

How does Aramco Team Series strengthen La Reserva Club’s reputation?

By: 2022. 05. 18.

By hosting the Aramco Team Series, round three - Ladies European Tour event - La Reserva Club is trying to provide additional proof that its golf course (Cabell B. Robinson design) meets the highest standards. Hosting such a high-end…

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How can the new PING Glide 4.0 wedges improve your short game performance?

By: 2022. 03. 16.

A quick reminder of the PING Glide 3.0 wedges before moving on to the new PING Glide 4.0 wedges. So maybe we better understand how different the new PING Glide 4.0 wedges are. The PING Glide 3.0 wedges…

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Do we get the desired feel & distance with the new PING i525 irons?

By: 2022. 02. 15.

Does it make sense to compare the new PING i525 irons to the Titleist T-Series irons or the TaylorMade Golf P790 irons or the Wilson Staff Model CB Irons? The new 2022 PING i525 irons (RRP €219 per…

North Berwick Golf Club GM Elaine McBride

How does North Berwick Golf Club live up to its guests’ & members’ expectations?

By: 2022. 01. 10.

The North Berwick Golf Club honored double-winning European Solheim Cup captain Catriona Matthew by reopening a clubhouse lounge in her name last December. That’s why I thought I’d ask a few questions from Elaine McBride, the general manager…

John Deere fleet at Gleneagles

Why does Gleneagles after 5 years still insist on John Deere?

By: 2021. 07. 27.

This collaboration between Gleneagles and John Deere began when an exclusive contract was signed in 2017. John Deere's local dealer Double A Trading is involved in this cooperation. As part of the agreement, John Deere exclusively provides golf…

PING Europe Lisa Lovatt general manager

Is PING Europe’s new female leader good for profits?

By: 2020. 11. 27.

I was very happy to hear that PING Europe has got a female general manager. To understand the significance of this appointment and promotion, we should have a look at these stats: Today, 44% of companies have three…

wildlife conservation Lapwing at Avro Golf Club

How BIGGA is supporting wildlife conservation on golf courses?

By: 2020. 11. 11.

In the last four years, I wrote almost 20 articles about the importance of wildlife conservation on golf courses. Little or much? It is never enough to talk and take action on this area of sustainability (e.g. Syngenta’s Operation…

OMEGA Dubai Moonlight Classic - Faldo design

Because the night belongs to the OMEGA Dubai Moonlight Classic

By: 2020. 10. 08.

When I heard of this year's OMEGA Dubai Moonlight Classic, somehow Bruce Springsteen's song came to my mind: "Because the night belongs to lovers / Because the night belongs to lust / Because the night belongs to lovers…

Guy Kinnings about the 2020 Ryder Cup

The 2020 Ryder Cup from the organizer’s perspective

By: Guy Kinnings - Deputy CEO, Ryder Cup Director & CCO at PGA European Tour 2020. 01. 27.

The 2020 Ryder Cup will be hosted on The Straits® at Whistling Straits. The late Pete Dye designed both courses at Whistling Straits, as well as both courses at Blackwolf Run®. The Whistling Straits has a huge experience in…

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Who are the winners of the 20th annual IAGTO Awards?

By: 2019. 10. 21.

The 20th annual IAGTO Awards has just ended. It is time, to sum up, the winners and the possible future golf tourism trends. This year's votes were polled from IAGTO's 700+ golf tour operators in 63 countries. To…

PING Arccos Golf cooperation

PING is growing beyond product to experience

By: 2019. 08. 06.

This could be another post about the latest innovation or offer of PING. However, the new partnership between PING and Arccos Golf shows something more. Similar to Cobra Puma Golf, PING will offer from now on Smart Grip…

PING Glide 3.0 wedges all 4 versions

PING Glide 3.0 wedges for higher spinning

By: 2019. 07. 29.

With the launch of PING Glide 3.0 wedges, PING actually redesigned its wedges from scratch. PING’s engineers took a grip-to-grind approach, re-designing every component of the club to create a higher-spinning, more forgiving, lighter overall design that offers…