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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.Â
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BurgGolf and UGolf form partnership
The biggest golf operator in the Netherlands, BurgGolf, which operates six courses, has formed a partnership with Europe’s largest golf course management company, UGolf International, which runs 100+ venues.
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The golf connection: Players, passion and persistence
Golf – a sport often associated with tranquil green fairways and the gentle clink of clubs – is more than just a game; it’s an enduring quest marrying skill, determination and a deep-seated passion that binds its enthusiasts.
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Old Tom Morris and James Braid course to be enhanced
Lundin Golf Club in Fife has announced extensive plans to enhance its course, originally designed by Old Tom Morris in the 1860s and later extended by James Braid.
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Club reports 50% young adult growth since Covid
A Berkshire golf club has said its young adult section has grown exponentially in the last three years.
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Here’s three stories from November that give an insight into the state of the UK golf industry
Shorter versions of golf, driving range entertainment and midweek golf have all seen huge growth this decade, according to evidence from the last month.
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Golf club introduces turfcare qualification
Royal Norwich, an historic golf and country club, which relocated four years ago, has introduced an international sports turf qualification for students who want to specialise in golf.
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Club profile: Strandhill Golf Club
After a fire destroyed Strandhill Golf Club in Ireland’s clubhouse, a financial crisis nearly killed the club. However, the members rallied and the venue is, today, thriving, writes Daragh Small.
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How a proactive professional supports member retention
Ian Melham, Foremost Golf Head of Membership Services, offers advice on the role a forward-thinking professional can play in supporting member retention.
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Bingo all the way – Bingo Golf: The new trend in gaming
Golf and bingo, two classic pastimes, have joined forces in an innovative and increasingly popular game known as Bingo Golf.
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Golf rules expert and referee David Rickman to retire
After what will be 37 years of employment with The R&A as a rules official and referee, David Rickman has announced he will be retiring in 2024.
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Golf is predominantly seen as a game for white men, US / UK study finds
A study that looked at social media posts in the US and UK between 2019 and 2022 appears to conclude that the game is mostly talked about by white men.
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How golf helps business owners keep their brain in tip-top shape
Like any sport, golf can be a great way to reduce stress and anxiety for CEOs. Here’s the story of Shania Brenson, the CEO of 15M Finance who believes golf is the best way to unplug.
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Club reports 77% surge in memberships since the Ryder Cup
A golf club in Lancashire has seen a surge in memberships in just the last few weeks and it believes it is down to having a link with one of the stars of the Ryder Cup.
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Another Scottish golf course used to dump torched car
A car has been found burnt out on a Scottish golf course after the vehicle was ignited in the middle of the night.





