GCSAA wins 18 awards in national communications contest September 29, 2020 The awards recognize writing and multimedia work from GCM magazine and other GCSAA communications channels. Check out the winning articles and projects.
GCSAA to sponsor inaugural African American Golf Expo September 22, 2020 The association’s First Green program will be part of the education lineup for the event, which will champion participation in the game and career and economic opportunities.
Turf hack: DIY fertilizer mixing setup September 17, 2020 With a common home appliance and a dash of innovation, a superintendent has devised a more efficient way to mix soluble fertilizers for fairways.
2021 Golf Industry Show: GCSAA announces group pricing discounts September 16, 2020 For one price, every member of a golf facility’s maintenance staff gets access to the industry’s top education conference. Find cost details for the entire virtual event.
Mark your calendar: ‘Thank a Superintendent Day’ on Sept. 23 September 8, 2020 The initiative will spotlight the professionals who maintain the game’s grounds and comes as golf’s popularity has surged amid the coronavirus pandemic.
David Brinkley Mull Jr. wins top award in GCSAA Scholars Competition September 8, 2020 The University of Tennessee student is among 20 future turfgrass professionals to earn a total of $28,000 in scholarships.
Verdure: Nitrogen won’t always fix it September 2020 Can the adverse effects of soil compaction be overcome by applying high levels of nitrogen?
Just passing through: Turf colorants and light transmission September 2020 Expanded use of colorants beyond shoulder seasons and winter dormancy prompted researchers to investigate how such products affect light reaching turf.
Fine fescues on golf courses: Biotic stresses September 2020 An overview of the weed, disease and insect pressures that can afflict fine fescues, tolerance differences among taxa, and pest management strategies.
Virginia club names course for superintendent September 2020 Those who tee it up at the Country Club of Petersburg will now do so on the Hankley Course, so named for the facility’s beloved, longtime superintendent.
Photo Quiz: Brown circles, tee box damage September 2020 Calling all turf buffs: Can you solve the mysteries behind these two cases of discolored turf?
GCM’s guide to 2020-2021 early order programs September 2020 Early order programs deliver benefits beyond the bottom line. Explore the various perks, get tips for maximizing value, and find top companies’ EOP offerings and key dates, all in one place.
Regal revival: The 2020 U.S. Open at Winged Foot September 2020 The test that awaits golfers at the U.S. Open is the product of six years of work by Stephen Rabideau, CGCS, and his team to return Winged Foot to its original, Golden Age rendering.
Turfgrass cultivation methods: A roster August 27, 2020 No matter how you slice it, cultivation is a key ingredient in maintaining high-quality turf. A turf scientist breaks down the different techniques to help you determine the best regimen for your site.
Iowa derecho: Superintendents recount storm, damages August 20, 2020 The derecho that tore through the Midwest last week unleashed its worst on its way across Iowa. Four superintendents describe their encounters with the unusual wind storm.
Biking for golf course BMPs August 13, 2020 Ken Benoit, CGCS, is traveling across the U.S. to champion and consult on environmental best management practices for golf courses. And his tour will be entirely pedal-powered.
Damage done at Winged Foot Golf Club August 13, 2020 Just a month shy of the 2020 U.S. Open, the host venue was hit with tree loss and a prolonged power outage courtesy of Tropical Storm Isaias.
2021 Golf Industry Show to be presented virtually August 12, 2020 Your space. Your pace. All in one place. The association announces plans for GIS 2021, and GCSAA’s president and CEO discuss what attendees can expect from the virtual event.
PGA Championship: A short-handed crew turns out TPC Harding Park August 7, 2020 The number of hands on deck at TPC Harding Park is significantly lower than for your typical major tournament. And yet, they’ve delivered exceptionally.
Are you dense? Yes, rough at TPC Harding Park, you are August 5, 2020 A blanket of juicy, challenging rough has the best golfers in the world on guard at this week’s PGA Championship.