Making golf accessible at the U.S. Adaptive Open September 2023 Pinehurst hosted the second annual USGA tournament, which spotlights golfers with disabilities
David Dettmer joins GCSAA field staff June 6, 2023 GCSAA names Dettmer, CGCS, as Southeast regional field staff representative , assisting chapters in seven states.
Ahead of the Pack: Fred Yelverton wins GCSAA’s Outstanding Contribution Award February 2023 Fred Yelverton, Ph.D., has carved out a long, decorated career at his alma mater, North Carolina State.
Quail Hollow's assistants divide and conquer the Presidents Cup September 22, 2022 Kevin Robinson, Frankie Cardelle and Robert Blood are gaining valuable experience on the job.
Quail Hollow prepares for a delayed Presidents Cup September 2022 The mantra to improve constantly doesn’t ring hollow at Quail Hollow Club.
New York superintendent plays round of a lifetime June 23, 2022 After years of health struggles, a 20-year GCSAA member is rewarded with a trip to Pinehurst courtesy of the Round of a Lifetime Foundation.
A trio of talent at the U.S. Women’s Open June 2, 2022 For this week’s U.S. Women’s Open presented by ProMedica at Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club in Southern Pines, N.C., David Fruchte, CGCS, depends on the three superintendents to help guide the way.
Carrying on for a cause: Prepping Pine Needles for the U.S. Women’s Open May 31, 2022 As he steps in for a family member, Dwain McKinnon is determined to do him and others proud.
Fab four: The 2022 U.S. Women’s Open at Pine Needles May 2022 For the first time, one golf course will lay claim to having hosted four U.S. Women’s Open championships when the major returns in June to Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club. David Fruchte, CGCS, has been there for every one of them.
Lonnie Poole Golf Course: Managing bentgrass in the transition zone March 2022 Superintendent Brian Green discusses growing superb turf at a North Carolina facility earmarked for growing the game.
A conversation with Bob Farren, CGCS December 2021 The longtime caretaker of Pinehurst Resort chats with GCM about his small-town beginnings, career journey and work at Pinehurst. Plus: Peers and protégés reflect on Farren’s impact on the industry.
Green turf in the Blue Ridge September 14, 2021 Grandfather Golf & Country Club in North Carolina uses a powerful portfolio of Intrinsic brand fungicides to provide plant health benefits and stay on top of key turf diseases.
Course of Action: Prestonwood Country Club October 2019 The PGA Tour Champions’ SAS Championship is contested on a hybrid of two of the courses at Prestonwood Country Club in Cary, N.C. The unique format is fitting for the talented crew.
Paul Jett has deep run in 2019 U.S. Senior Amateur August 28, 2019 Playing in his first USGA national championship, the former superintendent at Pinehurst No. 2 advanced to the quarterfinals before falling in extra holes.
Inside the new crop of college golf practice facilities May 2019 Many university golf programs are graduating to impressive practice facilities that spare no expense. Hear from superintendents who oversee these unique tracks.
Pinehurst’s Bob Farren chosen for Carolinas Golf Hall of Fame November 7, 2018 The 38-year GCSAA member has managed course conditions for three U.S. Opens and several other major events.
Off and running: Border collies find a home on the golf course July 2018 Two border collies trained to tackle geese problems were up for grabs at the 2018 Golf Industry Show. GCM chased down updates on how the dogs are doing at their new golf course digs.
North Carolina governor lauds state’s golf industry June 28, 2018 While naming June 20 North Carolina Golf Day, Gov. Roy Cooper spotlighted the economic benefits brought in by the game.
Dogged pursuit: Border collies for golf course geese control January 24, 2018 Considering a border collie to help eliminate geese issues on your course? Flyaway Geese may be able to assist — and you’ll have two opportunities to win one of these bird-banishing dogs at the Golf Industry Show.
A salamander sanctuary at Highlands Country Club May 2017 A consistent, healthy presence of salamanders makes a compelling case for the health of an ecosystem.