Newscategories Feed Growth-Of-The-Game http://www.worldgolfwire.com Fri, 16 May 2008 13:17:17 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 60 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/13388-Sports-Marketing-Surveys-announces-number-of-British-golfers According to Sports Marketing Surveys, the number of golfers in Great Britain is about 4 million" where it has been since 2000. Regular golfers who play at least 12 times a year also remains steady at around 1.65 million. Fri, 04 Apr 2008 04:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/13318-Carolinas-PGA-Section-develops-plan-with-Golf-League-Network "We really think this will give the public and private golfers throughout the Carolinas who enjoy league play," said Executive Director, Ron Schmid, of the Carolinas PGA Section, who is excited about the possibilities. Mon, 31 Mar 2008 04:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/13253-The-Competitive-Golf-Association-begins-its-inaugural-season The winners of each monthly qualifier, along with the best players of each tournament will be invited to meet and compete in the championship tournament at the end of the season., during Sept and October. Tue, 25 Mar 2008 04:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/13145-Carolinas-PGA-Section-announces-Golf-League-Championship "We really think this will give the public and private golfers throughout the Carolinas who enjoy league play, the chance to compete with each other in a friendly, fun environment," said Executive Director, Ron Schmid, of the Carolinas PGA Section. Mon, 17 Mar 2008 04:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/13053-Black-Jewels-Ladies-Golf-Association-seeks-to-expand-nationally "My office receives a growing number of inquiries from ladies asking how they can locate recreational and social golf activities in their cities and towns across the country," said African American Golfer's Digest publisher Debert Cook. Thu, 13 Mar 2008 04:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/12935-PGA-Professional-Golf-Management-Program-graduates-students Ninety-one graduates, representing 35 states, comprised the latest class to advance through The PGA Professional Golf Management Program. The graduates were honored in ceremonies at The PGA Country Club. Tue, 11 Mar 2008 04:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/12760-Women-in-the-Golf-Industry-creates-formal-alliance-with-EWGA "As the premier force for promoting women's golf, the EWGA welcomes this alliance that reinforces the importance of women supporting women," said Trish Davis, chief operating officer of the EWGA. Thu, 21 Feb 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/12562-Competitive-Golf-Association-prepares-for-its-inaugural-season Competitive Golf Association unique format "Provides Empowerment to Competitive Golfers". Our concept promotes flexibility, member-driven direction, assisting communities through charities and promoting the game of golf. Tue, 29 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/12537-PGA-Play-Golf-America-programs-announced-for-the-new-year "The PGA of America and our PGA Professionals are dedicated to showcase the game of golf to people of all ages and skill levels by creating and hosting numerous Play Golf America programs," said Brian Whitcomb of PGA of America. Mon, 28 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/12458-Pellucid-reports-golf-playable-hours-up-slightly-in-December---7 Pellucid reports that golf playable hours for the month nationally were up 0.4 percent compared to the same period last year. This left the year-to-date golf playable hours virtually unchanged also at +0.4 percent. Mon, 21 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/12379-GCBAA-Foundation-is-adding-17--Sticks-for-Kids-programs-in---8 "The GCBAA Foundation started the Sticks for Kids program as a way to ensure the future of the game by exposing young people to golf and life values it represents," said Bill Kubly, the Foundation President. Tue, 15 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/12349-Canada-Games-Council-announces-golf-for--13-Summer-Games "The Royal Canadian Golf Association is honored that the CGC has selected golf for both the 2009 and now 2013 Canada Games," said Jeff Thompson, RCGA managing director of player and program development. Fri, 11 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/12239-Hurricane-Junior-Golf-Tour-announces-it-s-added-nine-new-events "We are dedicated to developing junior golfers and seeing them thrive through competitive golf while making the experience one that they will never forget," said HJGT Founder and President Mario Conte. Thu, 03 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/12218-Canada-Games-Council-announces-golf-for--13-Summer-Games "The RCGA is honoured that the CGC has selected the sport of golf to the 2009 and now 2013 Canada Games," said Jeff Thompson, RCGA Managing Director, Player and Program Development. Wed, 02 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.worldgolf.com/newswire/browse/12151-Pellucid-Corp--reports-November-s-Golf-Playable-Hours-were-up "It's shaping up to be a weather-neutral year vs. 2006 and probably a slight increase in rounds demand (but nothing to write home about)," said Jim Koppenhaver, the president of Pellucid Corporation. Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:00:00 +0100