Coronavirus golf course costs August 2020 A GCSAA survey of more than 450 superintendents offers a snapshot of the virusâs impacts on revenue, maintenance budgets and capital improvement plans.
Coronavirus and golf: Ongoing industry updates July 8, 2020 Find coronavirus-related announcements from the golf industry and that impact the golf industry.
In memoriam: Ken Melrose May 5, 2020 The former CEO of The Toro Co. and a generous supporter of golf course superintendents and equipment managers passed away May 3.
Coronavirus: Roadblock to turfgrass research? March 19, 2020 University courses can continue online, but what will happen to research? Professors discuss the impacts they foresee and how they intend to navigate the new circumstances.
Coronavirus and golf: Pandemic halts professional play March 19, 2020 With the plug pulled on many golf events, maintenance teams may not get to showcase their months of work on schedule or at all. But disappointment doesnât mean theyâre dialing back.
Industry veteran Cliff Dipman passes away October 22, 2019 The superintendent, who battled cancer for more than a decade, was a mentor to many in the Midwest turf community.
Virginia GCSA commended for Chesapeake Bay watershed cleanup efforts October 2, 2019 The Virginia golf industry’s example offers other states a guide for getting out ahead of water quality concerns.
Iconic Scottish greenkeeper Walter Woods passes away September 19, 2019 Woods oversaw the Old Course at St. Andrews for more than 20 years and helped advance the golf course management industry in Europe.
Six achieve Master Greenkeeper designation June 6, 2019 A record number of turf professionals — four from the U.S. — have earned the Master Greenkeeper certificate.
Jan Bel Jan elected ASGCA president May 30, 2019 The former assistant superintendent promotes golfers playing from the correct tees for greater playability and improved scoring.
Rick Tegtmeier inducted into Iowa Golf Hall of Fame April 25, 2019 The director of grounds at Des Moines Golf and Country Club is a Certified Golf Course Superintendent, a Master Greenkeeper, and now among those honored on Iowaâs roster of greats.
Economist: Golf labor numbers âgloomyâ March 2019 Sports economist Todd McFall offers his take on the results of GCSAA’s latest labor survey, discussing motivating factors and possible paths forward.
Phillip Vines honored by Musser International Turfgrass Foundation February 21, 2019 The Rutgers University Ph.D. candidate is the recipient of the foundation’s 2019 Award of Excellence.
Michael Huck honored with USGA Green Section Award January 15, 2019 The 40-year GCSAA member’s expertise in golf course water use and conservation has made him a sought-after consultant and educator.
Cal Roth: A fond farewell for PGA Tourâs grass guru November 29, 2018 The agronomist is retiring after 35 years with the organization.
Greg McLaughlin named World Golf Foundation CEO, First Tee president November 29, 2018 McLaughlin succeeds 10-year World Golf Foundation CEO Steve Mona, who will retire next year.
Win a wildlife-control dog at the 2019 Golf Industry Show November 8, 2018 GCSAA members: Enter the giveaway from Flyaway Geese for your chance to add a hardworking border collie to your crew.
Pinehurstâs Bob Farren chosen for Carolinas Golf Hall of Fame November 7, 2018 The 38-year GCSAA member has managed course conditions for three U.S. Opens and several other major events.
Syngenta takes tasty approach to promoting new product October 3, 2018 The Posterity food truck is traveling the country to feed superintendents and highlight the company’s new dollar spot fungicide.
Mark Kuhns, CGCS: Man on the move September 21, 2018 The industry veteran and GCSAA past president will leave Baltusrol Golf Club in 2019 to pursue his next chapter.