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State of golf remains strong in U.S.
The annual "Golf Industry Report" from the National Golf Foundation shows great strength for the industry in the United States, with a record economic impact and steady number of on-course players. Also, the number of folks interested in playing the game has...
Lawrence, ASGCA, on design philosophy, “Create something special, but not so complicated”
Jeff Lawrence, ASGCA (Gary Player Design), may be the only golf course architect to work with and for Jack Nicklaus, ASGCA Fellow; Tom Fazio, ASGCA: and Player. This unique perspective, and an impressive international portfolio, were topics of a "Tartan Talks" podcast...
“Old is the new, new.” Geometric style of architecture not limited to pre-1900 architects
Golf Course Architecture takes a deep dive into the unique style of "geometric design" that led to creation of some of the most iconic courses from architects such as Macdonald, Raynor and Park...and renovated today by ASGCA members, including John Colligan, Dana Fry,...
“GCI” on ASGCA Annual Meeting: Creative people who dress alike don’t think alike.
Guy Cipriano of Golf Course Industry magazine attended the recent ASGCA Annual Meeting in Houston. The host of the "Tartan Talks" podcast walked away from three days with members with a new appreciation for a unique group of men and women who compete with each other,...
Jeff Blume, ASGCA, elected president of American Society of Golf Course Architects
Jeff Blume, ASGCA, was elected president of the American Society of Golf Course Architects (ASGCA) at the organization’s recent 72nd Annual Meeting in his hometown of Houston. Blume is a Landscape Architecture graduate of Texas A&M University. He first joined the firm...
Eckenrode, ASGCA, completes restoration of California’s Lakeside Golf Club
The 90+-year-old Lakeside Golf Club in Los Angeles, has completed a renovation from Todd Eckenrode, ASGCA (Origins Golf Design). Use of historical aerial and ground photographs helped achieve the near-original restoration. Golf Course Architecture reports: Located on...
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“Inc.” magazine: “Why Golf’s Future is Brighter than Media Portrays”
A recent article from Inc. magazine highlights the positives of the golf industry, reminding readers of the many attributes the game continues to possess. "The game has tremendous international reach, an array of young stars, and continues to innovate toward growth."...
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An ASGCA Foundation/U.S. Kids Golf Foundation partnership that increases course playability and golfer enjoyment. Golf course operators work with ASGCA members to strategically expand existing tee complexes and, as a result, increase rounds and improve pace of play. More InformationBy the Numbers
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