Carey Lohrenz to speak at Golf Industry Show December 17, 2019 Lohrenz, the first female F-14 Tomcat fighter pilot, will motivate and inspire during the finale of the 2020 Golf Industry Show.
Peter Gorman wins GCSAA’s Excellence in Government Affairs Award December 17, 2019 The 21-year GCSAA member has been at the forefront of Connecticut’s water conversation, representing the golf industry in planning and policy recommendations.
Dave Waymire wins 2019 Leo Feser Award December 10, 2019 Waymire’s GCM article — a collection of wisdom culled from fellow turf managers — has been selected as the best superintendent-written story published in the magazine.
Melrose programs send superintendents, equipment managers to GIS December 10, 2019 The Melrose Leadership Academy and the Melrose Equipment Management Experience have named their 2020 classes.
Kansas publishes BMP handbook for golf courses December 3, 2019 Superintendents and scientists have developed environmental stewardship guidelines for the Sunflower State’s 200-plus golf facilities.
Kuhns, Foy to receive GCSAA Distinguished Service Awards December 3, 2019 The superintendent and the agronomist will be honored at the 2020 Golf Industry Show for their notable careers in and contributions to golf course management.
Verdure: Poa management, Nordic style December 2019 Looking to thwart Poa annua invasion on red fescue greens, researchers experimented with blending more competitive grasses into the seed mix.
Velvet vs. creeping: Managing bentgrasses in shade December 2019 Can new cultivars of velvet bentgrass — an oft-overlooked species — be a viable alternative for superintendents struggling with shade stress?
A save situation at Sinnissippi Golf Course December 2019 A struggling course in Illinois has found a star in superintendent Kelly Kuchelmeister, whose leadership and creativity have bolstered outlook on the property’s future.
Turtle power: Georgia golf club hatches diamondback terrapins December 2019 What began as a one-person effort to protect wayward turtles has grown into the East Coast’s largest hatchery for the once-threatened diamondback terrapin.
How to hang on to your golf course’s best employees December 2019 With demand for workers high and supply low, your top talent is more likely to depart for potentially greener pastures. Try these strategies to retain your team’s stars.
Turf transitions in the transition zone December 2019 A new crop of warm-season turfgrass varieties is making the move north, increasing options for golf course superintendents in the traditionally tricky transition zone.
Major player: Gary Player chats with GCM December 2019 The 2020 recipient of GCSAA’s Old Tom Morris Award, Player reflects on his early years, superintendents, and that time he helped Elvis with his golf grip. Plus, those in Player’s circle share memories, musings.
9 takes on golf course bunker renovations November 21, 2019 Because one bunker-revamp size doesn’t fit all: Snapshots of nine Illinois superintendents’ recent bunker renovations and their advice for others embarking on such projects.
Nevada publishes golf course best management practices November 21, 2019 Two GCSAA-affiliated chapters teamed up to produce a BMP guide applicable to all courses in the expansive, geographically diverse state.
Top Orlando courses to host 2020 GCSAA Golf Championships November 19, 2019 Tee it up — in January! — alongside fellow GCSAA members and at some of central Florida’s premier golf venues.
Jim Nedin wins 2019 Edwin Budding Award November 19, 2019 In addition to his work with equipment distributors, Nedin has spent his career passing along his technical know-how to others in the turf industry.
Students receive complimentary GCSAA membership through John Deere November 12, 2019 John Deere’s new GCSAA membership program underscores the company’s commitment to student development.
An all-nighter on the golf course during wildfire threat November 7, 2019 California’s recent wildfires and resultant power outages put superintendent Thomas Slevin on round-the-clock duty.
Gary Player to receive 2020 Old Tom Morris Award from GCSAA November 5, 2019 Distinguished for his charitable work as well as his golf career, Player will be presented with the association’s highest honor during the 2020 Golf Industry Show.