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The golf industry is experiencing a notable bifurcation: while participatory golf and private club quality golf interest remain at a sustained high level, viewership of professional tournaments like the PGA Tour, including the 2024 Masters and the PGA Championship has significantly declined compared to 2022 and 2023. Participation rates in golf have surged, with rounds played at private clubs increasing by 15% year-over-year and membership inquiries up by 20%. Conversely, television ratings for the Masters dropped by 25% and the PGA Championship by 30%. Two possible reasons for this divergence are the growing preference for experiential, hands-on activities over passive viewing and the changing media consumption habits, where viewers increasingly opt for highlight reels and social media snippets over full broadcasts... Either way, do't get left behind: Pick up the skills at Konnect that you need to play golf in the best metro region for golf on the planet: Westchester Cty, Long Island, and yes, New Jersey have golf worthy of players with skills, so you want to show up with some! Why pick up skills at Konnect? Because our "anything goes", "come as you are" golf club concept for people who don't know anything about golf idea never got off the drawing board. The brochure centerfold rendering (below) tested poorly with aficionados and member prospects alike. So bottom line, don't attempt that "A" club membership without some skills you can acquire at Konnect!

Announcement ✨ Monaghan Golf Group, a Vancouver-based golf operations company, has been awarded the City of Vancouver contract to operate its three award-winning 18-hole municipal golf courses. Fraserview Golf Course, McCleery Golf Course and Langara Golf Course are among the busiest municipal courses in Canada. Monaghan Golf has operated Fraserview Golf Course since 2009 and Langara Golf Course since 2013. This is the first time all three municipal courses will be operated by a sole vendor. “Monaghan Golf Inc. is very pleased to once again be working alongside the City of Vancouver and Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation to operate its award-winning municipal golf courses. During our time operating Fraserview and Langara Golf Courses we’ve seen significant growth in golf participation, in addition to increased interest in our expanded junior and adult golf programming; with the addition of McCleery Golf Course, we look forward to continuing to bring elevated customer service and programs to golfers. These three championship golf courses are among the busiest and best maintained municipal golf facilities in Canada and we are proud to be involved in their operation.” said Tom Monaghan, President & CEO, of Monaghan Golf Inc. With the addition of McCleery, Monaghan Golf will be able to ensure that golfers have a seamless experience across all three municipal courses. From golf carts to ball dispensers, and golf lesson programming to customer service, golfers can look forward to an improved experience at each of the City of Vancouver’s championship courses. “Monaghan Golf has demonstrated a commitment to excellence in managing Fraserview and Langara Golf Courses. We are confident that this same dedication will enhance the golfer experience at McCleery Golf Course. We are excited to see how their approach to customer service, retail operations and golf lessons at McCleery will continue to build on their past successes.” said Dennis Luick, Supervisor of Golf Operations, Vancouver Park Board. Drop by and say hi 👋 to Tom, the new Head Professional at McCleery Golf Course. #vanparksgolf #monaghangolf #golfcoursemanagement

New Post: Industry Leaders Focus on Golf’s Future - https://lnkd.in/gYrv_tAf Golf Industry FederationCalifornia, United States: Industry heavyweights Rhett Evans and Mike Whan will share their insights on the future of golf at the 2025 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show. San Diego, California, United States: Industry heavyweights Rhett Evans and Mike Whan will share their insights on the future of golf at next week’s GCSAA Conference and Trade Show. Entitled Working Together for Golf’s Future: Insights from USGA and GCSAA Leadership, the session on February 5 will be moderated by Golf Digest Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Jerry Tarde. It will highlight shared efforts and opportunities across the golf industry to ensure long-term success for the game. Evans, Chief Executive of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) said: “Golf’s continued success relies on collaboration across all sectors of the industry. We’re fortunate to work alongside the USGA and other partners to address challenges and leverage opportunities that benefit the game as a whole. “The conversation is designed to not only share insights from our organisations but to foster dialogue about the shared responsibility we all have in shaping the future of golf.” During the discussion, Evans and United States Golf Association (USGA) Chief Executive Whan will explore key areas of focus for the future of golf courses, including: Labour: Supporting a strong workforce to ensure golf facilities are prepared to meet evolving demands, and building workforce development programmes focused on recruitment and retention. Education: Providing expertise, resources and programmes to enhance the knowledge and skills of golf course teams and prepare for tomorrow’s challenges.Advocacy: Promoting the value that golf and courses provide worldwide, while advancing key issues critical to the game long-term – from water shortages to weather impacts. Data and Technology: Leveraging information, promoting data capture and driving innovation to improve decision-making and drive efficient resource management. Whan said: “We have a great partner in GCSAA, and together, we’re investing more than ever before to ensure superintendents and owners have what they need to succeed – not just today, but long into the future. “It starts with listening, and I’m looking forward to hearing more about how we can collaborate and focus our efforts, for the good of the game.” This session is open to all GCSAA Conference and Trade Show attendees and will take place on the GCSAA TV Stage at the San Diego Convention Centre. The USGA is a long-standing presenting partner of the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show and continues to fund turfgrass research and education programmes critical to golf’s future, while celebrating the vital role superintendents play in delivering quality playing condition

We're thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of Tee-Time.ca in May! In just two months of hard work, we're on the brink of onboarding over 60 prestigious courses. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, and here's why: 1. Zero integration fees: We believe in a partnership where success is mutual. That's why we only win when our partner courses win. 2. No-show billing: Together, we can combat the issue of no-shows and ensure that every tee time is maximized to its full potential. 3. Upholding course value: We're committed to maintaining the integrity and value of each golf course we work with, helping to ensure that they receive fair pricing. 4. Innovation-driven: In a world where innovation isn't always at the forefront, we're dedicated to pushing boundaries and exploring new possibilities in the golf industry. 5. Last-minute bookings: Recognizing the challenges of last-minute cancellations, we're here to support our visitors with strategic marketing campaigns aimed at rebooking those vacant slots. If you're interested in becoming a partner and revolutionizing the golfing experience, please visit our website. Let's tee off together towards a brighter future for golf enthusiasts everywhere! https://lnkd.in/d9Qi5USM While we do offer a separate app focused on discounts, our core belief remains the same: any concept we pursue must be a win-win-win for all parties involved.

New Post: Troon Supports Municipal Golf Study - https://lnkd.in/gM5VmkNJ Golf Industry FederationArizona, United States: Troon will join Greenlight Advisors and the National Golf Course Owners Association to support the association’s 2024 Municipal Golf Study. Arizona, United States: Troon will join Greenlight Advisors and the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) to support the association’s 2024 Municipal Golf Study, now underway across the United States. Troon, a long-time member of the NGCOA, has offered its experienced professional team and municipal golf course resources to participate in and support this industry-critical initiative. “This is an exciting opportunity for municipal golf course operators to participate in a study for the good of the entire golf industry,” said Joe Goodrich, Vice President at Troon, an Executive Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation. “Troon is excited to give back to an industry that has been so integral to our success. Strengthening municipal golf course performance, by way of this study, will reap long-term health and good fortunes for the entire golf industry and Troon is thrilled to be part of that story,” added Goodrich. Greenlight Advisors and NGCOA have invited all municipal golf courses to participate in Greenlights exclusive ‘2024 Municipal Golf Study’. The objective of the study is to provide municipal golf course operators with a clear financial picture and educational forum. “Greenlight Advisors is thrilled to partner with the NGCOA and to receive the support from Troon to promote the collaboration and education of municipal golf course operators and the sharing of key financial and operational data for the benefit of all,” said Greenlight Advisors Founding Partner, Michael A. Suglich. “We aim to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date snapshot, using our ‘Best-in-Class Report Card’ to grade and equip golf course operators with the knowledge they need to improve performance and ensure the long-term success and sustainability of municipal golf courses,” he added. Greenlight Advisors pioneered benchmarking for municipal golf course operators in 2022 when it successfully gathered data from hundreds of municipal golf courses across the US and published the first ever municipal golf operators benchmarking study. Greenlight will evaluate and grade participating golf courses’ financial and operational performance data against industry benchmarks – classifying each metric as Top Quartile, Median, or Bottom Quartile in an online ‘Best-in-Class Report Card’. This analysis will provide valuable insights into how golf courses compare to similar operations, highlighting potential financial and operational opportunities that may emerge. Armed with this information, municipal course operators can reassess their business strategies and make informed adjustments to capitalise on new prospe

Testimonial Tuesday "This is my first year using Gallus Golf and we are thrilled with the results! Our big event outings (scrambles) used the scoreboard feature and it literally changed our itinerary for the day! No more hand posting scores to a giant scoreboard, no more searching for those elusive scorecards at the end of the event. All the scores are posted in real time through the app and are viewed by the golfers. They love seeing the scrolling leaderboard and skins winners throughout their round, but the real reward is on the back end. Outing coordinators already know who won before the golfers even show up for dinner allowing them to get their prizes in order. But the best part is for the golf course operator! We save 60-90 minutes by having the scores already handled and dinner is on the table when the golfers arrive. Outings that used to take 8 hours from arrival to departure are now closer to 6.5 to 7 which allows my staff to get the cleaning done quicker and out an hour earlier. The savings on payroll is paying for the app! I can’t wait to get deeper into the Gallus functions and take better advantage of it, but year one is a complete success!" Steven Tannar Director of Golf Operations The Majestic Golf Course #golfmarketing #golfmobileapps #golftechnology #customerexperiencepartner #golfbusiness #golfindustry #gallusgolf #testimonial #testimonialtuesday

795 green grass golf courses combine to make 748 golf facilities in the Empire State - New York. We organized the data in a map, broken out by facility type. We're doing this for every state/province in USA/Canada. We have more than 3,000 contacts connected to the NY facilities with accurate, actionable data - Current as of September 2024 with daily updates. We're building golf course profiles using more than 40 data points to help vendors save time and get a better understanding of their total addressable market. 59% of NY public golf courses are using a digital tee sheet and 47% of those golf courses participate in a tee time marketplace like GolfNow, Daily Deals or Supreme Golf. Nearly every private club we analyzed uses a digital tee but not all use a strict tee time policy. The data we've assembled includes tee sheet vendor, app vendor, website vendor, waitlist vendor, Facebook, LinkedIn and website status. Marketplace participation, golf simulator, pickleball and more are also included in our work. We also analyzed golfer feedback and reviews along with how people/customers engage with the business. If you'd like a link to the map, send an email to me, mike@smbgolf.com and please include your name and phone number.

Are you thinking of a great way to experience a taste of Colorado and have some fun with your colleagues? This inaugural Disc Golf Tournament at the Village Greens Disc Golf Course is a fun way to mix it up with other members of the assessment community in a low-cost format of $20 per person (discounts available). Have you played disc golf before? ANYONE can play/register, you do not have to be an IAAO member or even an IAAO conference attendee. Significant others, plus 1's, in-laws & outlaws are all welcome. Your registration will include two disc golf discs with a custom design (to be exclusively used in the tournament), commemorating the #IAAO2024 Annual Conference in Colorado, as well as a catered BBQ lunch at the course (potential vegan options). Prizes will be awarded to the first, second, and third place teams, with a special prize for anyone who gets an ace (hole in 1) and closest to the pin (closest to the basket). A special thanks to our sponsor: Data Cloud Solutions, a Woolpert Company!!! We couldn't do it without their support. RULES: The rules are simple, you play similar to golf, in which you throw your disc toward a basket and you want to try and get your disc in the basket in the least amount of throws. If the par for the hole is 3 and your team gets it in the basket in 2 throws, you write a -1 on your scorecard or app. The tournament format will be four-player teams (randomly drawn so there isn't a stacked team of expert disc golfers), where you each throw your disc and you get to throw your next shot from the best disc. ***If you have signed up for the WIN Luncheon, you will receive a $5 discount to your registration. Early bird registration by July 15th will receive a $5 discount (does not stack with WIN Luncheon discount). Transportation is not included in registration. Uber/Lyft ride-sharing from the convention with other players is the least expensive transportation option.*** Register at https://lnkd.in/gkACvb3m

New Post: Troon Supports Municipal Golf Study - https://lnkd.in/gPjPCvJg Golf Industry FederationArizona, United States: Troon will join Greenlight Advisors and the National Golf Course Owners Association to support the association’s 2024 Municipal Golf Study. Arizona, United States: Troon will join Greenlight Advisors and the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) to support the association’s 2024 Municipal Golf Study, now underway across the United States. Troon, a long-time member of the NGCOA, has offered its experienced professional team and municipal golf course resources to participate in and support this industry-critical initiative. “This is an exciting opportunity for municipal golf course operators to participate in a study for the good of the entire golf industry,” said Joe Goodrich, Vice President at Troon, an Executive Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation. “Troon is excited to give back to an industry that has been so integral to our success. Strengthening municipal golf course performance, by way of this study, will reap long-term health and good fortunes for the entire golf industry and Troon is thrilled to be part of that story,” added Goodrich. Greenlight Advisors and NGCOA have invited all municipal golf courses to participate in Greenlights exclusive ‘2024 Municipal Golf Study’. The objective of the study is to provide municipal golf course operators with a clear financial picture and educational forum. “Greenlight Advisors is thrilled to partner with the NGCOA and to receive the support from Troon to promote the collaboration and education of municipal golf course operators and the sharing of key financial and operational data for the benefit of all,” said Greenlight Advisors Founding Partner, Michael A. Suglich. “We aim to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date snapshot, using our ‘Best-in-Class Report Card’ to grade and equip golf course operators with the knowledge they need to improve performance and ensure the long-term success and sustainability of municipal golf courses,” he added. Greenlight Advisors pioneered benchmarking for municipal golf course operators in 2022 when it successfully gathered data from hundreds of municipal golf courses across the US and published the first ever municipal golf operators benchmarking study. Greenlight will evaluate and grade participating golf courses’ financial and operational performance data against industry benchmarks – classifying each metric as Top Quartile, Median, or Bottom Quartile in an online ‘Best-in-Class Report Card’. This analysis will provide valuable insights into how golf courses compare to similar operations, highlighting potential financial and operational opportunities that may emerge. Armed with this information, municipal course operators can reassess their business strategies and make informed adjustments to capitalise on new prospe

Unleash Your Potential with AWGN's Fundamental Online Golf Program: The Perfect Winter Companion. As the seasons change and winter descends upon Australia, the passion for golf remains a constant source of joy and fulfillment. AWGN's Fundamental Online Golf Program invites you to create an immersive winter golfing experience, blending the serenity of your local golf course with the invigorating benefits of refining your golf skills. Over 28 days, you'll embark on a transformative journey featuring dynamic golf-focused exercises and valuable techniques, all from the comfort of your home. Regardless of your location, each session will provide you with essential knowledge from choosing the best equipment, correct etiquette and tips to improve your technique. ▶ ▶ ▶ https://lnkd.in/gtc3cHmw The Fundamental Online Golf Program is designed to keep you at your best both physically and mentally throughout the winter season. Here's what you can expect: Golf-Focused Exercises: Strengthen your swing, improve your form, and hone your overall performance with guided drills tailored to your needs. Choosing the Best Equipment: Learn how to select the perfect golf clubs, balls, and gear that cater to your unique playing style, optimizing your performance on the course. Mastering Golf Etiquette: Discover the unwritten rules and essential social norms that create a respectful and enjoyable experience for all players. Enhancing Your Technique: Uncover expert tips and insights that will elevate your game and instill confidence in every swing. Consistency and accessibility are key, and the Fundamental Online Golf Program delivers with its online exercises and flexible practice options. By dedicating time to this program, you'll maintain your swing and experience the multitude of benefits that a regular golf routine provides. As the days grow shorter and cooler, seize the opportunity to find your focus, refine your skills, and forge lasting connections with the world of golf. Step onto your virtual fairway, breathe deeply, and dive into the captivating world of AWGN's Fundamental Online Golf Program. #fundamentals #auswomensgolf