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Tom Phillips begins work as the new CEO of the Ladies European Tour (LET)
Tom Phillips has officially begun his new role as CEO of the Ladies European Tour (LET), marking the beginning of an exciting new era for the tour and for women’s professional golf globally.
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Software supplier intelligentgolf sold to new company
A company that was only incorporated last year has bought the web-based provider of golf club and competition management software, intelligentgolf.
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How golfing celebrities are helping raise the profile of the sport
According to the latest industry report, 2017 saw around 2.6 million beginners take to the golf course.
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Here’s my top three developments in the golf industry from the last month
From baby boomers saving the US golf industry to cancer tests at golf clubs proving to be excellent PR for the venues, The Golf Business editor Alistair Dunsmuir looks at trends in June 2019.
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Listed clubhouse to be renovated to provide better access for elderly golfers
Wigan Golf Club has been granted planning permission to renovate its clubhouse – which is a listed building – so that it can provide better access for people with disabilities and the elderly.
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Just 21 Irish golf clubs have registered their water use
New rules requiring Irish golf courses to register if they extract large volumes of water from groundwater sources have been complied with by just 21 of Ireland’s 350 venues.
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Georgia Hall: ‘It’s unreal to be named an MBE aged just 23!’
British Open champion Georgia Hall says it sounds “unreal” to be named an MBE at 23 in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list, which names Britain’s top names recognised for their services to the country.
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Meet the PGA pro: Gordon Robertson
The head PGA professional at Drumpellier Golf Club talks about the shorter hole courses the venue has established and the technology he’s invested in to ensure his business never stands still.
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Oxford Golf Club launches junior scholarship programme
Oxford Golf Club has announced that its men’s and ladies’ charities for the year will both focus on creating an innovative junior scholarship programme.
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The upgrade of Belvoir Park Golf Club
Regarded as one of the best inland golf courses in Northern Ireland, Belvoir Park is in the process of having its course updated – and that means shaping modern reconstructions while maintaining Harry Colt’s concepts.
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John Dempsey ends 33 year link with Royal Curragh
The course manager of Royal Curragh Golf Club, Dr John Dempsey, has been made redundant after 33 years at the venue.
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Golf clubs, the law and age discrimination
In its latest article offering legal advice to golf clubs, the National Golf Clubs’ Advisory Association (NGCAA) warns about making assumptions about capability based upon age.
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Meet The Shire London’s new, young greenkeeping team
The son of the European Tour’s chief agronomist, Richard Stillwell has been appointed to lead a youthful and energetic course management team at The Shire London.
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The physical game: how the best players stay fit for golf
The physical dynamics of golf have changed immensely over the years. Sport in general is all about margs and golf is no different.
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Golf participation in the USA sees first rise in 14 years
The number of people playing on American golf courses rose 1.7 per cent to 24.2 million in 2018 – the first reported increase in 14 years.
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Formby Hall launches Tommy Fleetwood academy
Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa in Liverpool has launched the first-ever Tommy Fleetwood golf academy, with the aim of giving young people opportunities in the sport he loves.