Golf Industry

2023 Porsche European Open fans

Will Porsche continue supporting the DP World Tour’s European Open?

By: 2024. 03. 28.

There were rumblings during the previous year that Porsche may withdraw its European Open golf tournament sponsorship. However, the DP World Tour successfully negotiated an agreement with Porsche, allowing the tournament to continue as the Porsche European Open.…

Make Golf Your Thing inclusivity career golf sport

How does Make Golf Your Thing promote inclusivity in golf?

By: 2024. 03. 26.

In 2024, sports will continue leading towards a more diverse and inclusive world. We will see many more initiatives and efforts to create a more inclusive sports culture. Golf clubs can take a positive step by promoting diversity…

Sand scrapes at St Andrews Links Trust

How did St Andrews Links Trust win the Best Sustainability Project title?

By: 2024. 03. 25.

St Andrews Links Trust won the prestigious Best Sustainability Project at the Scottish Golf Tourism Awards in association with Luxe Scot in recognition of its outstanding work in driving sustainability and climate action.  Sustainable golf featured prominently at…

2024 CMAA Chairman Joe Mendez CCM CCE golf club manager

What improvements should golf club managers focus on in 2024?

By: 2024. 03. 22.

Given that Joe Mendez, CCM, CCE, has been elected as the 2024 CMAA Chairman, I believe gaining insight into his perspective on the challenges that golf club managers and leaders could potentially encounter in 2024. This inquiry could…

The 151st Open - Day One at Royal Liverpool Golf Club

The 151st Open at Royal Liverpool generated more than £187 million

By: 2024. 03. 22.

The 151st Open at Royal Liverpool generated more than £187 million in overall economic benefit for the Wirral and the wider Liverpool City Region, according to an independent study commissioned by The R&A. The historic Championship had a total economic…

Syngenta Golf and Social Media study about golf entertainment venues

Do golf entertainment venues cannibalize traditional golf course customers?

By: 2024. 03. 19.

Elisa Guadet shared an exciting statistic from our interview yesterday. While 75% of on-course golfers are male, the gender split of players off the course is almost 50-50, with 47% female and 53% male. Syngenta's recently published study…

Women's Golf Day golf memories

What exciting opportunities lie ahead for women’s golf in 2024?

By: 2024. 03. 18.

Meeting Elisa Gaudet, the founder of Women's Golf Day, at the PGA Show in 2015 was a defining moment for me. Her initiative and drive inspired me, and I joined the Women's Golf Day team as a country…

Finca Cortesin José Ignacio Olea resized

Finca Cortesin has welcomed José Ignacio Olea as its new Director of Golf

By: 2024. 03. 14.

Finca Cortesin has just confirmed the appointment of José Ignacio Olea as its new Director of Golf. With over two decades of invaluable experience in the golf industry, encompassing diverse operational, managerial, leadership, and sales roles. José Ignacio…

Club Caddie - OpEd Quote

All-In-One Application Vs. Integrated Golf Management Technology

By: 2024. 03. 12.

In the ever-evolving landscape of golf course management, the introduction of the Internet marked a pivotal shift in how clubs handle their operations. From the old server-based technologies of the '90s to the modern cloud-based solutions of today,…

Aramco Team Series in Tampa

What positive impact will the Aramco Team Series presented by PIF in Tampa make?

By: 2024. 03. 07.

This weekend, we will witness an exhilarating event that will likely shake up the Ladies European Tour: The Aramco Team Series Presented by PIF in Tampa. This tournament is a prelude to the highly anticipated Solheim Cup of…

Nick Moran GM of the Year Golf Division Burhill Group

What constitutes a record-breaking year of performance for Burhill Group?

By: 2024. 03. 04.

BGL (Burhill Group Limited) has announced that its golf division, BGL Golf, is celebrating a record-breaking year of performance in 2023, with a 10% revenue increase, a significant investment and refurbishment program, an ‘excellent’ group NPS rating, and…

Club Car DP World Tour extended partnership 2024

Where else could Club Car’s successful partnership with the DP World Tour expand?

By: 2024. 02. 28.

Club Car has served as a supplier to the Tour since 1999, providing indispensable vehicles for the staging of DP World Tour events worldwide. The DP World Tour has just announced the continuation of its cooperation with Club…

AI technology usage perspectives in the golf industry

How can the golf industry harness the power of AI technology to succeed?

By: 2024. 02. 23.

AI technology's potential advantages and benefits for the golf industry are being considered as we head into 2024. It is worth noting that AI technology has already been utilized in certain segments, such as sports equipment and lawn…

Golfzon Range by Leadbetter

Golfzon Range by Leadbetter continues to expand, opening its 2nd venue

By: 2024. 02. 21.

A report by the National Golf Foundation in November 2023 revealed that the number of individuals utilizing golf simulators has witnessed a staggering growth of 73% since the year 2019. The report estimated that approximately 6.2 million Americans…

Foremost Golf and Golf Swing Systems partnership

How the partnership with Foremost Golf can boost Golf Swing Systems’ sales?

By: 2024. 02. 20.

The golf simulator market is now a significant segment of the golf equipment market that cannot be ignored. Have you taken notice of this? This is not surprising if we are aware of the fact that over the…

Guy Riggott new COO at Burhill Group 2024

How will the golf division of BGL grow under Guy Riggott, the new COO?

By: 2024. 02. 12.

Guy Riggott's promotion to Chief Operating Officer of BGL's Golf Division is a testament to his hard work and dedication. Ever since Riggott joined BGL in September 2014 as Operations Director, he has been a driving force behind…

Club Caddie - OPED - revenue

Golf Courses and Country Clubs are Diversifying their Revenue Streams: How is Golf Management Software Keeping Up?

By: 2024. 02. 07.

The golf industry has been known to be stubborn. Even when the need for change feels crystal clear, courses and their operators stand firm in old ways and honor tradition. However, GMs are being notified now that course…

The Toro Company GEO Foundation partnership

How has Toro helped sustainable golf in the last 10 years?

By: 2024. 02. 05.

The Toro Company continues to uphold its pledge to promote sustainability in golf as it extends its strategic partnership with the GEO Sustainable Golf Foundation for another decade. For years, The Toro Company has been an inspiration in…

Porsche Singapore Classic logo

What will make the 2024 Porsche Singapore Classic so memorable?

By: 2024. 01. 10.

In the year 2024, it is hoped that the organizers of golf tournaments will place a greater emphasis on sustainable practices and align sports marketing strategies with social responsibility. Achieving this objective would require a concerted effort on…

Michael Herd interview HR trends 2024

What are the top HR trends & priorities for golf clubs in 2024?

By: 2024. 01. 08.

The Gartner 2024 HR Priorities Survey found that HR leaders across the globe will focus on these 5 areas: Leader and manager development, Organizational culture, Change management, HR technology (aka HRTech), Career management and internal mobility. Let us…