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Meet the captain of the PGA, David Scott
The current captain of the PGA, David Scott, is the general manager of Dumbarnie Links in Scotland, widely considered one of the world’s leading new courses. Here he talks about the five years since the venue opened and how he uses golf to help soldiers suffering with PTSD.
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‘Spidercam’ to revolutionise golf broadcast at The Open
In a world-first for golf broadcasting, ‘Spidercam’ technology, featuring spectacular aerial views and unique angles, will debut at The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush, giving millions of viewers an unprecedented, immersive view of the action.
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The perfect scorer: plantable pencils
A great gift for eco-loving golf players – a pencil gift pack from SproutWorld – pencils that can be planted after use. Play golf, score the round, then be even more circular by using the pencil to grow flowers, herbs and plants.
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How PGA pros can offer a premium service but remain price-competitive
David Murch, Business Development Consultant for the South West at Foremost Golf, discusses what a good professional shop can offer in terms of service whilst remaining price competitive.
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Berkhamsted appoints CDP to shape long-term future of historic golf course
Berkhamsted Golf Club, a classic English heathland venue, has appointed renowned golf course architects Clayton, DeVries & Pont (CDP) to develop a long-term plan for the course’s preservation and improvement.
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QHotels and the PGA partner to drive prostate cancer awareness through golf
The QHotels Collection and the PGA have launched the next phase of their national partnership, united by a new purpose: raising awareness of prostate cancer — one of the most common cancers affecting men in the UK.
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Frilford Heath completes £1.5m refurbishment project
The 54-hole Frilford Heath Golf Club has completed a transformative £1.5 million investment across its clubhouse and trio of championship-standard courses.
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Visiting vibrant Vilamoura
The Algarve has been a favourite destination for UK golfers for many years but, as Ben Firth has found, some of its best facilities have moved up to an even higher level since his last visit seven years ago.
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Falkland Golf Club celebrates sell-out success of exclusive anniversary whisky
A 14-year-old single cask Linkwood, created between Falkland Golf Club and whisky bottler Saltire Rare Malt, has sold out.
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First look at Old Petty: Cabot unveils stunning new Tom Doak-designed course at Cabot Highlands
Cabot has unveiled the first images of Old Petty, its eagerly awaited new golf course at Cabot Highlands in Scotland, following the successful completion of seeding and establishment of the turf.
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Meet the PGA pro: Aaron Hodkin
Aaron Hodkin, the director of golf at Wheatley Golf Club in Yorkshire, talks about how TGI Golf has helped him raise professional standards, growing junior golf and the importance of technology to his business.
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Cainhoe Wood Golf Club’s general manager is a trained ‘mental health first aider’
Thanks to England Golf’s Fore Your Mind initiative, Cainhoe Wood Golf Club in Bedfordshire is able to provide mental health support for its golfers. The club’s general manager, Stephanie Andrews, who is one of just a few trained ‘mental health first aiders’ in golf, explains more here.
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Is your golf course in the wrong place or wrong time?
Alasdair Rae, head of data at Custodian Golf, says some struggling golf clubs might benefit from a new postcode, but many just need to modernise.
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How to handle staff grievances in a golf club:Â A practical guide
Here, from Carolyne Wahlen of Golf HR, is what you need to know to deal with staff grievances confidently and legally — whether the complaint is about another employee or a club member.
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The new short game area targeting junior golfers at Coombe Wood Golf Club
A new short game junior academy has been launched at Coombe Wood Golf Club in Surrey. Here, the club’s general manager, Sean O’Brien, speaks to Dean Jeeves, the head of Junior Golf Academy (JGA) London, which is based at the club, to find out more about the facility.
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Meet the director of golf: Michael Major
Michael Major, director of golf at Dubai Creek, offers insight into what sets the Dubai Creek International Pairs, on the Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates, apart.