A superintendent at city hall January 2023 For nearly four decades, 32-year GCSAA member Tom Kasner has had Albany, Minn.’s best interests at heart on and off the golf course.
On familiar ground at Hiawatha Sportsman's Club December 2022 Superintendent Dee Robideau has gone from a grateful member of the century-old Michigan club to its caretaker.
Listen up: Golf course industry podcasts November 2022 As podcasting’s popularity has grown, golf course superintendents have been having their say.
A certified trailblazer September 28, 2022 Kayla Kipp, the world’s first (and still only) female Certified Turf Equipment Manager, feels honored to pave the way for others.
Women in turf: Lorabeth Catterson June 2, 2022 Hillcrest Country Club’s assistant director of agronomy shares advice, life lessons and challenges
North star: Carol Turner of Bigwin Island Golf Club April 2022 Superintendent Carol Turner is in charge at Ontario’s Bigwin Island Golf Club, the place where she got her first experience in the business.
Helmut Ullrich: A sympathetic ear for superintendents April 2022 For 2021 Edwin Budding Award winner Helmut Ullrich, product development began and ended by talking with — and listening to — superintendents.
Contributing to the cause: Jack Fry, Ph.D. March 2022 Jack Fry, Ph.D., has given his heart and soul for the betterment of the golf course industry and has left a mark worthy of the inaugural GCSAA Outstanding Contribution Award.
Peak performer: Kevin Breen, CGCS March 2022 From the Rockies to the Bay Area, Kevin Breen, CGCS, has had an adventurous career in golf course management that peaks this year as GCSAA’s 86th president.
A conversation with Bob Farren, CGCS December 2021 The longtime caretaker of Pinehurst Resort chats with GCM about his small-town beginnings, career journey and work at Pinehurst. Plus: Peers and protégés reflect on Farren’s impact on the industry.
17 dogs living their best turf life November 18, 2021 Get to know the very good boys and girls gracing the pages of GCSAA’s 2022 “Dog Days of Golf” calendar, a celebration of the golf industry’s beloved canine workforce.
Superintendent competes on ABC game show November 2021 Taking on the humorously challenging mini-golf course (and vying for the $250,000 prize) on ABC’s “Holey Moley” is just the latest golf-tied accomplishment for superintendent Jose Alvarez.
Workforce spotlight: The 2021 U.S. Open July 1, 2021 The team that turned out Torrey Pines included industry vets and newcomers, those with past U.S. Open experience and those who’ll be at the helm of the 2022 championship.
Superintendent honored for lifesaving efforts June 24, 2021 When a golf course employee collapsed, superintendent Peter Schmidt sprang into action. Here, a story of a life saved and a lesson in emergency preparedness.
Workforce spotlight: The 2021 U.S. Women’s Open June 10, 2021 A father-daughter duo, a female equipment manager, an immigrant who’s worked at the club 35 years — the maintenance team at the 2021 U.S. Women’s Open was a showcase of diversity. Read their stories.
American dream: Superintendent Muhammad Ali May 2021 Pakistan native Muhammad Ali’s steady climb from crew member to superintendent is a testament to hard work, a hunger for knowledge and a passion for maintaining golf courses.
Women in turf: Navigating the workplace May 2021 Superintendent Ann Paulisich, who began her career in high school as a crew member, looks back at on-the-job hurdles and conflicts as well as the drive and resilience that shaped her path.
Superintendent plays every Oklahoma golf course May 3, 2021 After 15 years and 200-plus course stops, Oklahoma superintendent David Jones is poised to check one final unplayed Sooner State venue off his list.
Mowing ’em down: MLB pitcher part of golf course grounds crew April 1, 2021 Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Taylor Widener is a key player on another roster: the maintenance team at The Westin Kierland Golf Club. The gig has helped him improve his game.
Grace under pressure: Mark F. Jordan, CGCS March 2021 As Mark Jordan takes the reins as GCSAA’s 85th president, his brand of leadership, hard work and a cool, calm demeanor is well suited to moving the association forward in an unpredictable year.