ASIAN GOLF INDUSTRY FEDERATION

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Unique History of Shining Jewel in Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation Crown

Unique History of Shining Jewel in Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation Crown

May 10, 2020

Tokyo, Japan: The Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) boasts many jewels in its tournament crown. But few have shone quite so brightly as the Diamond Cup. A high-profile professional championship that is co-sanctioned by the Japan Golf Tour Organisation and the Asian Tour, the Diamond Cup is steeped in history and tradition. Dating back to 1969, […]

USGA Joins United Nations Sports for Climate Action Initiative

USGA Joins United Nations Sports for Climate Action Initiative

May 9, 2020

Liberty Corner, New Jersey, United States: As part of its mission to champion and advance the game of golf and to actively engage in the sustainability effort across the sports landscape, the United States Golf Association (USGA) has joined more than 100 organisations in becoming a signatory of the United Nations Sports for Climate Action […]

Golf Industry Collaborates to Develop Responsible ‘Back2Golf’ Guidelines

Golf Industry Collaborates to Develop Responsible ‘Back2Golf’ Guidelines

May 7, 2020

St Augustine, Florida, United States: As part of an industry-wide collaboration to lead the responsible return of golf in the time of the Covid-19 pandemic, the game’s allied organisations have established ‘Back2Golf’, a plan outlining operational guidelines for golf’s 16,000-plus facilities in America that adhere to nationally established protocols and best practices. After review from […]

Golf Courses Re-Opening Their Doors Across America

Golf Courses Re-Opening Their Doors Across America

May 7, 2020

Jupiter, Florida, United States: The National Golf Foundation’s (NGF) sixth week of nationwide surveys found that 79% of US golf courses were open for play last week amid the coronavirus pandemic, a significant jump from 58% the previous week. The biggest change was in the Mid-Atlantic US census region, where Pennsylvania and New Jersey – […]

Asian Golf Industry Federation Launches Individual Membership Category

Asian Golf Industry Federation Launches Individual Membership Category

May 4, 2020

Singapore: The Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF) is introducing an Individual Membership category in a new initiative aimed at offering another option for those interested in joining the Federation and gaining access to its benefits and community. “We offer a Facility Membership, which continues to be a great option for an operation to provide AGIF […]

Qualifying for Tokyo Olympic Golf Competition Extended

Qualifying for Tokyo Olympic Golf Competition Extended

May 2, 2020

Lausanne, Switzerland: The International Golf Federation (IGF) and International Olympic Committee (IOC) have announced an adjustment to the qualifying system for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games to accommodate the new dates of competition in 2021. In light of the one-year delay, athletes now will accumulate Olympic Golf Rankings (OGR) points through a period ending on […]

Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation Exploring Rescheduling Possibilities

Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation Exploring Rescheduling Possibilities

April 30, 2020

Singapore: Health and safety will be the over-riding factors as Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) officials explore the possibilities of resurrecting a tournament schedule that has been decimated by the Coronavirus outbreak that has brought the sporting world to a standstill. Instead of representing the APGC at Spain’s La Manga Club last week in the Bonallack […]

Asian Golf Industry Federation Launches Job Postings Service

Asian Golf Industry Federation Launches Job Postings Service

April 28, 2020

Singapore: The Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF) has launched a new initiative aimed at serving the industry’s staffing needs. This week saw the commencement of a Job Postings segment within the new-look AGIF website at www.agif.asia  Eric Lynge, the AGIF’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “There’s no doubt that the time is right for an undertaking […]

Asian Golf Industry Federation Expands Online Educational Offerings

Asian Golf Industry Federation Expands Online Educational Offerings

April 25, 2020

Singapore: Representatives of Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF) member companies are being presented with free learning opportunities during the Covid-19 pandemic. The educational offerings, along with other exclusive content, are part of an extensive AGIF initiative to conduct an increasing number of activities on-line. Eric Lynge, the AGIF’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “In lieu of […]

Mimosa Plus Golf Course Signs Up with Asian Golf Industry Federation

Mimosa Plus Golf Course Signs Up with Asian Golf Industry Federation

April 24, 2020

Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga, Philippines: One of the jewels in the crown of golf in the Philippines, Mimosa Plus Golf Course has signed up with the Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF). Set against stunning foothill mountains and luscious greens of plants and trees, the 36-hole venue is managed by Chroma Hospitality, owned by the Filinvest […]

PGA of America Pledges US$5 Million to Covid-19 Crisis Fund

PGA of America Pledges US$5 Million to Covid-19 Crisis Fund

April 19, 2020

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States: The PGA of America has pledged US$5 million to start a fund to offer financial assistance to golf industry workers who are suffering hardship during the Coronavirus pandemic. “The golf industry is in an unprecedented crisis and our friends, colleagues and their families need our help right away,” said […]

Avoid Price War on Green Fees, Cautions AGIF Vice-President

Avoid Price War on Green Fees, Cautions AGIF Vice-President

April 18, 2020

Bangkok, Thailand: Asian Golf Industry Federation Vice-President David Townend has called on golf clubs in the region to avoid becoming embroiled in a price war on green fees when courses are re-opened in the weeks and months ahead. “If I look into a crystal ball, I hope that everybody who is a golfer is anxious […]