Golf Industry News

Arizona, United States: Troon has been selected to manage Los Lagos Golf Course and Ebony Hills Golf Course for the City of Edinburg, Texas.

Tokyo, Japan: A three-strong delegation will represent the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) on a newly-formed World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) Advisory Group.

Jinan, China: Wang Zixuan made a memorable return to the CLPG Tour, capturing her second pro title with a one-stroke victory at the Shandong Culture and Tourism Jinan Women’s Open.

St Andrews, Scotland: The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews has welcomed its new Captain, Claire Dowling, at the traditional driving-in ceremony on the first tee of the Old Course.

Hong Kong SAR, China: The Hong Kong Government has opted against appealing a court ruling that blocked a major public housing project on a section of the Hong Kong Golf Club (HKGC).

Kansas, United States: The GCSAA Conference and Trade Show returns to New Orleans next year, for the first time since 2009. The week will help conclude GCSAA’s 100th anniversary celebration.

Arizona, United States: The Indoor Golf Alliance has launched its International Chapters Programme, extending membership outside the United States for the first time.

Arizona, United States: As golf faces renewed scrutiny over its environmental impact, a new book argues that the game’s footprint is not only defensible but also measurable, beneficial, and misunderstood.

Phuket, Thailand: The 2026 PGA of Great Britain & Ireland (GB&I) International Members’ Meeting returns to the stunning Angsana Resort at Laguna Phuket from October 5-8.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Impian Golf & Country Club has been recognised as the Best Improved Golf Club at Malaysia’s Tourism Industry Awards 2026.

St Andrews, Scotland: The R&A has confirmed the schedule of events for The Open Qualifying Series and exemption categories for The 155th Open at St Andrews.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Registration has opened for the Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF) Annual International Summit at the Sime Darby Convention Centre in the last week of October.

St Andrews, Scotland: Augusta National Golf Club and The R&A have announced continued alignment with aspects of the 2027 qualification criteria for the Masters Tournament and The Open.

Hanoi, Vietnam: Built around the three pillars of Tourism, Technology and Turf, the Vietnam Golf Industry Conference 2026 will contribute to ‘help shape the next chapter of golf in Vietnam and across the region’.

Georgia, United States: Xplor Golf & Club has released From AI Curiosity to Critical Advantage, a guide designed to help private clubs and golf course operators identify where artificial intelligence can create value.