In their own words: Keith Pelley 1
Writing exclusively for The Golf Business, the CEO of the European Tour reviews an incredible 2018.
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Alternative ways to improve the air, light and nutrition on your golf course 0
Enhancing a golf course when legal and financial issues impact on the use of chemicals is not easy for a greenkeeper. There are, though, alternative products that get to the root of the matter.
Here’s the top 3 things I learnt about the industry in December 2
From the stress that impacts greenkeepers to the growing trend of offering two distinct loops of nine holes rather than 18 holes, The Golf Business editor Alistair Dunsmuir reviews the final month of 2018.
Meet the PGA pro: Gordon Cattrell 1
Gordon is the head PGA professional at Middlesbrough Golf Club. He talks about his approach to controlling stock in the pro shop and why more pros are investing in high-end technology.
Club profile: Pyle & Kenfig Golf Club 0
The Welsh venue has invested in a new irrigation system, enhanced its practice facilities and improved its men’s and ladies’ changing rooms, and is reaching out to women, children and people with disabilities.
The manager’s office: Alan Oliver 1
The club secretary at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Cumbria says selling television rights to tournaments to certain broadcasters may make financial sense – but at what cost to the game?
Meet the golf club owner: Tom Munt 4
Aged 14 Tom dreamt of owning a golf course. Now, aged just 36, he owns a spectacular facility in Lincolnshire. In the interim, he managed golf clubs. Here, he details his surprising journey.
The Rules of Golf: A new resource for committees 0
Shona McRae, Assistant Director – Rules, The R&A, details a new resource for committees for 2019.
How do we mitigate venue hire risks this holiday season? 0
As we are now in the festive season, the NGCAA takes a look at some of the key issues relating to venue hire and the unfortunate situation of possible damages to your function room.
Alternative to 0% finance to members to pay their subscriptions is available 0
The business development manager of a company that provides funding to golf clubs has said there is an alternative to offering 0% finance to members to pay their subscriptions.
In their own words: Robert Maxfield 0
The CEO of The PGA talks exclusively to The Golf Business about the #WeLoveGolf hashtag, which is getting more women to play the game.
The clubs opening short-game facilities 0
A number of golf clubs have opened short-game facilities in recent months. We look at some of these facilities to find out why this is a growing trend.
Company profile: Pro Fit Nettings 0
Following Storm Callum, and the likelihood of new storms to come, many clubs are concerned about damage to their netting. Pro-Fit Net Installations can help, writes Mark Cowling.
Here’s the top three things I learnt while editing The Golf Business in November 0
November was a paradox for the industry: several golf clubs closed while major companies invested in other venues for the first time. The Golf Business editor Alistair Dunsmuir offers his analysis.
The new golf courses being built in the UK 3
The Golf Business looks back at one week this August, when two golf courses opened and it was announced that another two will be opening.
Meet the greenkeeper: Rob Ransome 0
The course manager at Eaton GC in Norfolk provides general course maintenance tips, including how the thatch removal programme his team has implemented has led to increased consistency in the club’s greens.
In their own words: Richard Dixon 2
The chief executive of Wales Golf asks: “What did the Ryder Cup do for Wales?” And then answers: “Quite a lot, as it happens!”
How Tidworth Garrison GC raised money for Breast Cancer Now 0
The club’s ladies put together an event featuring a fashion show, stalls of homemade items and a raffle – and it was a complete success, reports the club’s general manager, Geoff Johnson MBE.
Meet the director of golf operations: Andy McMahon 0
Andy, at Adare Manor in Ireland, the venue for the Irish Open in 2007 and 2008, talks about the major changes that have taken place at the venue.
In their own words: Jim Croxton 1
The CEO of Europe’s biggest greenkeeping association, BIGGA, explains that golfers, and especially members of golf club committees, will see benefits if they appreciate greenkeepers more.
Club profile: Gullane Golf Club 1
The world-famous Scottish club has three courses, two clubhouses and one vision to see that it never falls behind – ensuring continued investment in its facilities.
Meet Scottish Golf’s performance director, Clare Queen 0
Clare talks about how her role is helping golfers transition from talented amateurs into professionals – and why young people, especially girls, should give golf a try.
Andrew Minty on membership retention 3
Langland Bay GC’s director of golf details the secrets behind successful golf club membership retention.
Alan Oliver on membership retention 2
Alan Oliver, the club secretary at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Cumbria, believes a golf club manager should adopt five ‘things to consider’ when it comes to retaining members.
Meet the PGA pro: Andrew Agnoli 0
The Head of Academy at Topgolf UK, who is an AA PGA Advanced Professional, explains how the Topgolf model is being used this month to attract more women to the game.
In their own words: Nick Pink 2
Writing exclusively for The Golf Business, the CEO of England Golf details the importance of making golf a safe and welcoming place, where everyone can have a positive experience.
Golf’s good causes: Sarah Bennett 0
This year the Toby Sunderland Award was given to Sarah, who is raising money for a golf administrator who has contracted an incredibly rare disease.
