142 entries: pace of play

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What are the golf development challenges in France?

By: Pierre Chevallier - Assistant GM @ Golf de Saint-Cloud 2017. 12. 27.

Whereas pace of play might be the most crucial issue to face for golf development in France, time management for Club Managers is due to become one of most relevant KPI. Take your time, not everyone else’s When…

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Carnoustie Golf Links saved 17 minutes of its golfers’ time

By: 2017. 12. 08.

The R&A found two years ago in its survey that 60% of golfers would enjoy golf more if they could play golf in less time. Most recently, a USGA survey shows 74% of golfers believe appropriate speed is critical…

How can caddie service improve customer experience?

By: 2016. 10. 13.

Troon North Golf Club, the preeminent daily-fee club in Scottsdale, will soon launch a new caddie service for guests. As guests, we will have the option of a Forecaddie or a Single-Bag Caddie or choose to play without…

How to make lifetime memories at Fairmont St Andrews?

By: 2016. 03. 14.

Thanks to Crown Golf, GolfBoard is not totally new in the UK. Last year Crown Golf has tested GolfBoard in 3 of its golf courses: The Hertfordshire, Paultons (rental from £15) and Sherfield Oaks. Now, the Troon (preferred partner of GolfBoard…

There will be no shortage of golf carts at The Address Montgomerie Dubai

By: 2015. 06. 19.

The 18 hole, par 72 championship golf course The Address Montgomerie Dubai (managed by Troon) has just announced that they are expanding the golf cart fleet with 100 ClubCar Precedent i2L vehicles. At the same week Hydroturf International…

Billy Casper Golf introduces surf-inspired, motorized golf carts

By: 2015. 06. 15.

Billy Casper Golf and Sol Boards have partnered to feature GolfBoard – the first and only substantive, surf-inspired, motorized golf vehicle built specifically for the sport – at numerous Billy Casper Golf owned and operated golf courses, country clubs and…

Quinta do Lago’s North Course went through a redevelopment

By: 2014. 10. 13.

For some golfers Quinta do Lago’s North course is a hotchpotch. This is a really a disadvantageous perception of a golf course that is situated in such a competitive golf marketplace as Algarve where there are 40+ golf courses…

How Troon Golf handles slow golfers?

By: 2013. 07. 26.

A frequently recurring problem of golf courses and golfers are those people who either not able to play in good pace or don't care about others' time or for any reasons. Here I don't want to start a…

Golf mobile applications as a source of revenue – part 2

By: Anthony Douglas 2012. 10. 15.

Last week my guest writer Anthony Douglas from Hole19 Golf started to talk about golf mobile applications and in general about golf mobile application market. We believe there are lots of opportunities in this area to exploit for our business goals.…

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All-In-One Application Vs. Integrated Golf Management Technology

By: 2024. 03. 12.

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,…

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How is the Cobbs Creek Golf Campus being modernized and enhanced?

By: 2024. 03. 06.

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…

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Is the WebFit application reliable for personalizing the new PING s159 wedges?

By: 2024. 02. 15.

Last December, when I introduced you to Wilson FIT AI, I emphasized that golf equipment manufacturers are to focus on buying outcomes and not just on technology. In the case of PING, the marketer tries to simplify the…

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How will $100 million be used to build the Kelly Ranch Golf Club?

By: 2023. 12. 06.

The Kelly Ranch Golf Club is all set to become Texas' 908th golf course, opening its doors in 2025. The $100 million Kelly Ranch Golf Club - by Escalante Golf - is located on 240 acres of rugged rolling…

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What are the opportunities in indoor golf media communication?

By: 2023. 11. 28.

The proliferation of advertisements on digital displays - indoor golf media - within golf clubs has become increasingly evident. This trend is noteworthy due to its potential to impact communication efficiency significantly. To gain a comprehensive understanding of…

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How does Troon help Bally’s Golf Links at Ferry Point?

By: 2023. 11. 09.

Troon and Bally's Golf Links at Ferry Point - a 222-acre parcel in the Throgs Neck section of the Bronx - have just signed a new consulting agreement and sales and marketing partnership. Bally's selected Troon to support…

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Will the pre-sales real estate offerings be a success story at Cabot Revelstoke?

By: 2023. 10. 11.

The Cabot Collection, developer and operator of luxury resort and residential golf destinations, has found a jaw-dropping location for its new property - Cabot Revelstoke - in Revelstoke. It is their second property in Canada after Cabot Links…

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What is the level of demand for exclusive golf clubs in Europe?

By: 2023. 09. 18.

Luxury in 2023 is more about aspiration, connection to life events, a moment in time, or lifestyle. Aspirations are diversifying. Discovering how an exclusive private golf club like La Zagaleta can benefit from the changing luxury industry and golf club business is…

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How does Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort interpret the concept of a luxury golf resort?

By: 2023. 06. 21.

The concept of luxury has taken on a new meaning since the latest pandemic. That's why I'm curious how the concept of a luxury golf resort is interpreted at Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort. I interviewed Augusto Orsini,…

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In what ways can Club Caddie assist you in achieving a successful implementation?

By: 2023. 06. 14.

I learned from my experience - working at Indextools/Yahoo Analytics - that if we want to impress and convince our customers, we must help them during the onboarding period and educate them throughout the cooperation period. Hence, I…

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How will Toptracer Coach take golf instruction to the next level?

By: 2023. 05. 23.

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…