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Return of Indonesia Turf Management Seminar

Return of Indonesia Turf Management Seminar

July 23, 2019

Jakarta, Indonesia: Golf course rejuvenation programmes, labour efficiency and turfgrass diseases are among the topics on the agenda at the 2019 ASPGI (Asosiasi Superintendent Padang Golf Indonesia) Turf Management Seminar and Field Day. To be held at Gading Raya Padang Golf & Klub on August 20-21, the event is expected to attract more than 100 […]

Leung Sets Sights on Kau Sai Chau Success

Leung Sets Sights on Kau Sai Chau Success

July 23, 2019

Hong Kong: Maurice Leung Ga-hay will be aiming to complete a notable double when he tees-off in this week’s Faldo Series Hong Kong Championship. Three months after emerging triumphant in the Hong Kong Junior Close Championship, Leung, a member of the Hong Kong Golf Association’s Elite Junior Squad, is among the favourites in the fifth […]

Able Kane Showcases Fairway Prowess

Able Kane Showcases Fairway Prowess

July 23, 2019

Singapore: Seemingly, it’s not only football at which Harry Kane excels. During a break in pre-season training in Singapore, the England captain visited Urban Fairways’ indoor facility. “Harry enjoyed four hours of play at Urban Fairways in a private bay, showcasing his skills off the field among his group,” said Urban Fairways Founder Dilip Ghosh. […]

Foley Company Grinders Providing Cutting Edge

Foley Company Grinders Providing Cutting Edge

July 22, 2019

London, England: Richmond Golf Club is banking on improving its cutting performance by relief grinding back to OEM specifications using its new Foley Company Grinders. Located six miles from central London, Richmond Golf Club’s acclaimed 18-hole course has undergone significant developments in recent years, including extensive re-bunkering and substantial upgrades to other areas of the […]

US$500,000 Donation to Environmental Institute for Golf

US$500,000 Donation to Environmental Institute for Golf

July 22, 2019

Kansas, United States: The Kendrick B. Melrose Family Foundation has donated US$500,000 to the Environmental Institute for Golf (EIFG), the philanthropic organisation of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), to support First Green, which provides hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education at golf courses. The Melrose Family Foundation is supported by […]

Max Makes Winning Breakthrough in Weather-Hit Guangzhou

Max Makes Winning Breakthrough in Weather-Hit Guangzhou

July 21, 2019

Guangzhou, China: After six-top 10s including four finishes inside the top-five, American Max McGreevy finally lifted his first trophy in China after being declared the 36-hole champion at the weather-affected Guangzhou Open. Although considered an unofficial victory, the prize money is very much real. The RMB288,000 he earned moved McGreevy to the number one spot […]

Restructuring at Campey Turf Care Systems

Restructuring at Campey Turf Care Systems

July 21, 2019

Macclesfield, Cheshire, England: Julia Campey has been appointed as Managing Director of Campey Turf Care Systems. Meanwhile, former Managing Director Richard Campey has assumed the position of Chairman. As part of the company restructure, John Campey and Lee Morgado have been appointed directors and Neil Armstrong, who joined Campey in 2010 as Accounts Manager, will take […]

Bogor Platform for Golf Development in Indonesia

Bogor Platform for Golf Development in Indonesia

July 20, 2019

Bogor, Indonesia: The inaugural Gunung Geulis Golf Invitational supported by Nomura will make its debut on the Asian Development Tour (ADT) when the US$75,000 takes place from July 30-August 2. The newest ADT event is the Tour’s second stop in Indonesia this season and will provide the region’s emerging stars with another playing opportunity at […]

TPC Kuala Lumpur Gains Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Certification

TPC Kuala Lumpur Gains Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Certification

July 19, 2019

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: TPC Kuala Lumpur has been recognised as the first and only fully certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary for Golf in Malaysia. The Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Programme for Golf Courses, endorsed by the United States Golf Association, provides information and guidance to help golf courses preserve and enhance wildlife habitat and protect natural resources. […]

Major Support for Player’s Charitable Drive

Major Support for Player’s Charitable Drive

July 19, 2019

London, England: The worlds of golf and business will combine next week at the spiritual home of European golf with the staging of The Berenberg Gary Player Invitational at Wentworth. Major winners, Ryder Cup heroes and European and Ladies European Tour stars will join Major-winner-turned-businessman Gary Player, and representatives of Berenberg, the world’s second oldest […]

Open Championship in Focus Across Southeast Asia

Open Championship in Focus Across Southeast Asia

July 18, 2019

Portrush, Northern Ireland: The Open has joined GOLFTV’s portfolio and will be presented to fans on the streaming service’s offering across Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan this week. The multi-year agreement starts at the 148th Open at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland where Italian Francesco Molinari is bidding to become the Champion Golfer of the Year […]

Record-Breaking Crowds Flock to Northern Irish Links

Record-Breaking Crowds Flock to Northern Irish Links

July 18, 2019

Portrush, Northern Ireland: A record-breaking crowd of 237,750 is attending The 148th Open at Royal Portrush, setting an attendance record for a Championship staged outside St Andrews. This year’s attendance surpasses the crowd of 235,000 who attended Royal Birkdale in 2017 and the 237,000 mark set at St Andrews in 2015, making it the second […]

Royal Portrush Renews Sustainability Distinction Ahead of The Open

Royal Portrush Renews Sustainability Distinction Ahead of The Open

July 17, 2019

Portrush, Northern Ireland: Royal Portrush Golf Club has successfully renewed its GEO Certified status. This is golf’s most comprehensive and widely regarded sustainability distinction assured by GEO Foundation, which serves as a credible platform for communications of real outcomes and continual improvement for golf facilities that are actively fostering nature, conserving resources, and supporting the […]

Laguna National Welcomes Jack of all Trades!

Laguna National Welcomes Jack of all Trades!

July 17, 2019

Singapore: Laguna National Golf & Country Club has welcomed Jack Wong into the fold as its new Golf Operations and Member Services Manager. From caddie to coach and rules guru to tournament director, there are few areas in golf which Wong has not experienced during more than a decade in the industry. A familiar figure […]

Hurley Named President of Troon’s Honours Golf Division

Hurley Named President of Troon’s Honours Golf Division

July 16, 2019

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States: Troon has named Matt Hurley as President of its Honours Golf Division. Meanwhile, Bob Barrett, Honours Golf Founder and current CEO, will move to Troon’s Board of Directors as Vice Chairman. In his 22 years with Troon, Hurley has served as a general manager for various clubs, earning the company’s ‘General […]