Golf News for Friday, April 11,
2008
People
Sandy LaBauve earns Rolex For the Love of the Game Award
"Rolex has a great admiration for Sandy LaBauve and her accomplishments in mentoring and teaching the next generation of junior players," said Rolex Vice President, Director of Communications Peter Nicholson. For More...
Schlesselman new media coordinator for Duramed Futures Tour
"We are very excited to have Ben join our staff," said Zayra Calderon, CEO, Duramed Futures Tour. "He brings to the position a strong understanding of the media and the types of stories they are looking for." For More...
Steve De Witt will become new head pro at Maggie Valley Club
"In Steve, we feel we have one of the top club professionals in Western North Carolina," said general manager Richard Brucki. "His professionalism, attention to detail and customer service are second-to-none." For More...
Richard Riffle newly named General Manager of The Glen Club
"We’re confident that Rich will lead our best-in-class staff in providing a first-rate experience to guests and members," said KemperSports CEO Steve Skinner. "Rich will also play a vital role in continuing to build The Glen Club’s status." For More...
Gene Carpino IV appointed head pro at Raven's Claw Golf Club
Carpino was perfect for the position at Raven’s Claw, possessing a very good head for business while having extensive computer knowledge and great inter-personal skills. Raven’s Claw Golf Club is located in Limerick, PA. For More... Business
Golf Datatech releases US Putter Retail Market Historical Report
This custom report represents an overview of the United States' putter market based upon data taken from Golf Datatech’s exclusive retail market share reports and syndicated consumer research studies. For More... Sponsorship
ING Spring Conference's Durland Cup teams up with eGolfScore
The Durland Cup will be held at Blue Herron Pines Golf Club on Friday, May 30 at 2 p.m. eGolfScore will provide real-time wireless scoring via handheld devices, big-screen TV leaderboards strategically placed at Blue Herron. For More...
EWGA Foundation taking applications for its scholarship program
"We are excited to launch the Women On Par scholarship program," said Sandra L. Cross, president of the EWGA Foundation. “We want to help women who are first time applicants or returning to school to complete their degree." For More... Tournaments
108th West Penn Amateur Championship to play at Old Course
The tournament starts with a field of 78 playing 36 holes the first day, with a cut to the low 32 and ties (or within seven shots of the lead) for the second day. Nathan Smith, from Pinecrest, Pa., is the defending champion. For More... Marketing
Putt LLC developing featured storefronts for online retail outlet
Putt.com is a golf enthusiast website providing golf specific content, commerce and community applications. Putt.com features include online golf store, golf tips and instructions, golf course home and community listings and more. For More... Technology
Sault Ste. Marie Country Club uses Crescent Systems module
Ranking among the oldest golf courses in Michigan, the Sault Ste. Marie Municipal Golf Course and Country Club is over 100 years old. It was once a private 9-hole club, but in the mid 1980’s the course was expanded to 18 holes. For More... Travel
Golfpac International and GoPlaySA grand prize contest package
"This contest was designed to raise awareness with Golfpac clients that we not only offer domestic golf trips but amazing international trips," said Golfpac President Jeff Hamilton. The top prize is a South African golf and safari vacation. For More... Daily Golf Blogs
Kiel Christianson: Weather at Masters makes it anyone's game
If Masters' weekend turns as bad as predicted, with rain beginning this afternoon and storms tomorrow, followed by a raw, windy Sunday, anyone who makes the cut will have a shot. For More...
Chris Baldwin: Brandt Snedeker, the Eli Manning of the Masters?
Last year's PGA Tour Rookie of the Year Brandt Snedeker is only one shot back at the Masters after Round One. Don't be be surprised if Snedeker's still in the hunt on Sunday. For More... Awards
Waikoloa Beach Resort earns a Golf Magazine Golf Resort award
"The combination of world-class lodging, activities and amenities, along with two spectacular championship golf courses have always been of international appeal," said Thos Rohr, President of Waikoloa Land Company. For More...
Private Club Commander's marketing award from BoardRoom
"This award reflects the combination of Private Club Commander’s Industry leading team of talent, incredible technology, and unrivaled philosophy," said Bob Devitz, CEO of Private Club Commander. For More...
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