Golf Industry News

London, England: Sports Marketing Surveys has appointed Geoff Zeidler as the new Executive Chairman of its European and Asian business.

Singapore: Tan Chong Huat has been elected as the new President of the Singapore Golf Association, following on from Ross Tan, who served two terms in office.

Illinois, United States: John Deere and First Tee are celebrating the 2022 Power for Good contest winners for their efforts to do good in their local communities during this week’s John Deere Classic.

Ontario, Canada: Research into family habits of golfers in the US has uncovered data in how each group views family dynamics, play, skills and learning, expenditures and their general satisfaction with the sport.

Singapore: Jebsen & Jessen Technology – Turf & Irrigation has cemented its presence in the region through collaborations and partnerships with leading golf clubs in Singapore, Vietnam, and Indonesia.

California, United States: Troon Events, a luxury travel experiences and tournaments division of Troon, has acquired and will host the 2023 Cobra Puma Pro Am at Pebble Beach Resorts.

London, England: With tourists increasingly selecting holidays based on sustainability factors, golf venues need to show how they are putting the environment front and centre of their plans.

St Andrews, Scotland: The 149th Open at Royal St George’s delivered £113.4 million in economic benefit to Kent, according to independent research commissioned by The R&A.

Cheshire, England: Campey Turf Care Systems marked the official opening of its new Bosley showroom by welcoming more than 150 guests to the facility.

Phang Nga, Thailand: Aquella Golf & Country Club, one of Thailand’s newest 18-hole venues, has announced the latest addition to its brand ambassador programme.

Cheonan, Korea: In a nail-biting finish to the Kolon Korea Open, Kim Min-kyu defeated fellow-Korean Cho Ming-yu in a three-hole play-off at Woo Jeong Hills Country Club.

Melbourne, Australia: The under-representation of women in the sports turf management industry was brought into sharp focus at the Australian Sports Turf Management Conference.

South Carolina, United States: The National Golf Course Owners Association has released its latest publication, the 2022 Golf Business Pulse Report.

Montana, United States: Six-time Major champion Sir Nick Faldo is hanging up his microphone following an 18-year stint as a broadcaster for NBC and the Golf Channel.

Bangkok, Thailand: Absolute Golf Services has signed a long-term management contract with Hua Hin’s award-winning Banyan Golf Club.