UK golf rounds played increased 14% in Q1

Moderate weather and a desire by players to get to the course combined for a strong first quarter of 2015 for golfers in the United Kingdom. “Golf Business News” reports a 14% increase, according to a survey from Sports Marketing Surveys, Inc....

Four new projects in four states for Bergin, ASGCA

Bill Bergin, ASGCA, and Bergin Golf Designs have announced planned work at four U.S. courses, including a remodel of the practice facility at the Honours Course in Chattanogga, Tennessee.  “Golf Course Industry” reports: Bergin Golf Designs has announced...

John Singleton of Toro, 2005 ASGCA Ross Award recipient, dies at 89

John Singleton, who spent 37 years with The Toro Company, died April 25 at age 89. Singleton was the recipient of the ASGCA Donald Ross Award in 2005 and was a friend to scores of men and women in the golf industry. Toro released a statement saying: John touched many...

ASGCA Past President Carrick enters Ontario Hall of Fame

The Golf Assocaition of Ontario (Canada) has inducted ASGCA Past President Doug Carrick into the Ontario Golf Hall of Fame in the builder category. The induction ceremony took place May 6. According the the organization’s press release, Carrick said, “I...