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Sir Nick Strengthens Links with Laguna Lăng Cô Golf Club

Sir Nick Strengthens Links with Laguna Lăng Cô Golf Club

August 15, 2015

Thua Thien Hue Province, Vietnam: This weekend’s eighth Faldo Series Vietnam Championship is poised to further cement the reputation of the Laguna Lăng Cô Golf Club as one of Asia’s prime golfing getaways. Already rated as one of the best new courses in Asia, the Nick Faldo-designed layout, which celebrated its second anniversary in April, […]

All Roads Lead to Foshan

All Roads Lead to Foshan

August 14, 2015

Foshan, China: A host of expert speakers will share their knowledge with attendees at October’s Business Management Institute [BMI] China Golf Management seminar and field demonstration. To be staged in conjunction with the China Chapter of the Club Managers Association of America [CMAA] and the Asian Golf Industry Federation [AGIF] the event will take place […]

Shanghai Incentive for Hong Kong Youngsters

Shanghai Incentive for Hong Kong Youngsters

August 14, 2015

Hong Kong: The top Hong Kong golfers from this week’s Hong Kong Junior Open Championship will enjoy a unique, all-expenses-paid golf education experience at the World Golf Championships-HSBC Champions. The Hong Kong Golf Association’s [HKGA] Exclusive Banking Partner will invite Hong Kong’s leading boy and girl in the 15-17 age group on a week-long trip […]

AGIF Confirms Educational Seminars

AGIF Confirms Educational Seminars

August 13, 2015

Singapore: The inaugural Golf Course Superintendents Association of Malaysia [GCSAM] and Asian Golf Industry Federation [AGIF] Turfgrass Management Seminar will tee-off a hectic end-of-year schedule for the region’s umbrella golfing body. Organised under the auspices of the Malaysian Golf Association, the September 7-8 seminar at award-winning Kota Permai Golf and Country Club is open to all […]

Laguna Classic Open for Single Venue Entries

Laguna Classic Open for Single Venue Entries

August 13, 2015

Phuket, Thailand: Asian Golf Industry Federation Golf Facility Member Laguna Phuket Golf Club, host venue of the first leg of the Laguna Golf Classic, has announced single-venue packages for amateur golfers to play in next month’s inaugural tournament. From US$250 (about 8,750 Thai baht) without accommodation – and from US$750 (about 26,250 Thai baht) with accommodation, transfers […]

GPS System Installed at Dreamland

GPS System Installed at Dreamland

August 12, 2015

Dubai: Dreamland Golf Club, the IMG-managed golf club in Baku, Azerbaijan, has completed the installation of the StayPrime Elite Pro+ GPS golf cart fleet management system. Phil Jones, General Manager of Dreamland Golf Club, said: “In opening new golf courses, my colleagues and I at IMG are always keen to work with innovation and provide […]

Legacy Plans in Place for Rio Olympic Golf Course

Legacy Plans in Place for Rio Olympic Golf Course

August 12, 2015

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: By the time the first test event at the Olympic Games golf venue takes place early next year a total of 35 Jacobsen turf maintenance machines will be employed at the Gil Hanse-designed course. In the interim, Jacobsen’s Product Support Manager, Andrew Echenique, will be providing technical training for Course Superintendent […]

Jacobsen's Olympian Feat

Jacobsen's Olympian Feat

August 11, 2015

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: It’s the premier sporting occasion on the planet, watched by a global television audience estimated at more than 3.6 billion. And the products of Asian Golf Industry Federation [AGIF] Executive Member Jacobsen will play their part as golf returns to the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro in 2016, after a 112-year […]

Laguna Phuket Launch for New Amateur Tournament

Laguna Phuket Launch for New Amateur Tournament

August 11, 2015

Phuket, Thailand: Asian Golf Industry Federation Golf Facility Member Laguna Phuket Golf Club will play host to the inaugural event in a series of new amateur tournaments. From September 17-19, the Phuket venue will be the scene of the Laguna Golf Classic. The second leg of the event will be staged at Laguna Phuket’s sister […]

Asia High on the Agenda for New European Tour Chief Executive

Asia High on the Agenda for New European Tour Chief Executive

August 10, 2015

London, England: Strengthening ties with Asia will be among the most pressing aims of Keith Pelley who has officially begun his tenure as Chief Executive of the European Tour. The 51-year-old Canadian succeeds George O’Grady, who held the post for a 10-year period. The European Tour has enjoyed a fruitful relationship with the Asian Tour […]

Leong Lands Lucrative KLGCC Date

Leong Lands Lucrative KLGCC Date

August 10, 2015

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Ben Leong has earned a coveted – and lucrative – starting spot in October’s US$7 million CIMB Classic. “It’s like a dream come true,” said the 29-year-old after topping the leaderboard in the SapuraKencana National Qualifier at Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club [KLGCC], a Golf Facility Member of the Asian Golf […]

Kohler to Receive Old Tom Morris Award

Kohler to Receive Old Tom Morris Award

August 9, 2015

Kansas, United States: Herbert V. Kohler Jr, who served as CEO of the Kohler Company for 43 years and led the company into golf and hospitality, will be the recipient of the 2016 Old Tom Morris Award from the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). The award has been presented annually by the GCSAA […]

adidas Considering Sale of Struggling Golf Brands

adidas Considering Sale of Struggling Golf Brands

August 9, 2015

Munich, Germany: German sportswear giant adidas is contemplating the possible sale of some or all of its golf division, which includes TaylorMade, Adams and Ashworth. According to a Bloomberg report, Guggenheim Partners LLC has been hired by adidas in the wake of disappointing financial results and an uncertain outlook. adidas Group’s second-quarter report for analysts […]

Pagunsan Turns on the Power

Pagunsan Turns on the Power

August 8, 2015

Manila, Philippines: Former Asian Tour number one Juvic Pagunsan claimed his second Asian Development Tour (ADT) as he romped to an eight-shot victory at the US$100,000 Aboitiz Invitational. The 37-year-old Filipino, who held a share of the overnight lead, nailed six birdies to sign for a closing six-under-par 65 and a winning total of 20-under […]

Toro’s Open Championship Contribution Acknowledged

Toro’s Open Championship Contribution Acknowledged

August 8, 2015

St Andrews, Scotland: The R&A may have battled with the elements at last month’s 144th Open Championship. But despite unrelenting rain and wind, the aesthetics and playability of St Andrews Links’ historic Old Course received high praise from many of the competitors. The beautifully presented course, which provided a demanding yet unique test for the […]