Best Golf Course Superintendent Podcasts (2024)

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Tanner Schoenfelter of Maddens and Bill Sinclair of Torrey Pines 44:56

3h ago44:56

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Lakes Woods and Irons is joined by Tanner Schoenfelter, Superintendent of Madden's resort courses, plus Bill Sinclair of Torrey Pines.By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Jack Wawro on the CRMC Classic and Craig Allen on Club Fitting 52:30

2h ago52:30

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Guests this week include Jack Wawro, Director of Golf at Cragun's as we prepare for the CRMC Classic. Additionally Craig Allen of Sea Island Golf Resort talks about club fitting.By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Tyler Bloom 1:19:26

5d ago1:19:26

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The boys are joined by Tyler Bloom, a very connected consultant in the turf industry. Tyler tells some great stories from his time working on the course and offers some fantastic advice to those who are just entering the industry. He and his team are a great place to look if you need some guidence. This is definitely one you won't want to miss. Sen…

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Episode 51: ODG Series #6 with Philip Truett on Herbert Fowler and related off piste golfing matters 1:31:03

1d ago1:31:03

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A recent trip to Walton Heath afforded me an opportunity to meet with Philip Truett at his home at Walton on the Hill. Philip recently co-authored a biography on William Herbert Fowler, entitled 'A Matter of Course'. The book paints a brilliant picture of a life well lived, not without a modicum of drama. Fowler by all accounts was a by-product of …

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66. Looking back and looking ahead with Rick Tegtmeier, CGCS, MG 36:49

3d ago36:49

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In this episode of the GCSAA Podcast, we visit with Rick Tegtmeier, CGCS, MG, director of grounds at Des Moines Golf and Country Club who is on the brink of retirement after a hall-of-fame-worthy, 40-year career in golf course management. Rick talks about his start in the industry at a local nine-hole course, some of the technological innovations h…

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Ben McGraw 1:29:39

12d ago1:29:39

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Turfgrass Entomologist from the University of Penn State, Ben McGraw joins the show for an incredible conversation about the education side of our industry and what his role is with the University. Ben answers some great questions from the community and dives into some of the problems we are currently facing with different turfgrass insects. Stick …

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Todd Kolb of Sanford Golf Academy and Glenn Hagberg of Maddens Resort 43:05

8d ago43:05

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Mac is joined by Todd Kolb, Director of Golf at The Sanford Golf Academy as well as Glenn Hagberg, Director of Golf at Madden's Resort.By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Scottie Scheffler bounces back at TPC River Highlands 41:55

10d ago41:55

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Mac and Chris Foley drop in to talk about Scottie Scheffler grabbing another win following the Travelers Championship.By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Chad Mark 1:10:58

19d ago1:10:58

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Director of Grounds, Chad Mark, joins the guys from Muirfield Village, this year's host of The Memorial Golf Tournament. Chad gets right into talking about preparations for the big event and some of the dynamics of his talented crew. Listen in to one of the great leaders of this industry speak about the importance of continued education and being p…

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Episode 50: Nathan Bennett - Superintendant @ Royal Adelaide Golf Club 1:43:28

17d ago1:43:28

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Recorded 1/5/2024 Nathan Bennett comes from counrty Victorian farming stock, so he's not afraid of hard yakka ('hard work' for non Australians). His can do approach has seen him on a green keeping journey which started in Murray Downs and would go on to include Metropolitan, Moonah Legends, The Sands and finally Royal Adelaide Golf Club. We take a …

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John Reilly 1:06:09

27d ago1:06:09

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Director of Agronomy at Longboat Key Club in Florida, John Reilly sits in with the guys to discuss some of the things going on in his career, and some of the changes he's made since first entering the industry. John also gets into a few of the challenges superintendent's face because of the current stigma and limitations. Another fantastic story an…

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PGA professional Savana Nelson from Crosswoods Golf and Mike Shannon one of the top putting instructors in the US. 46:14

21d ago46:14

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Andy Grow 1:23:40

1M ago1:23:40

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We welcome one of the best names in turf, Andy Grow. Andy comes to us with a knowledge of all things golf and turf. A current Assistant Superintendent at The Valley Course at Egypt Valley Country Club, Andy bring us stories and insights from both sides of the golf ball. A golf and greenkeeping historian, who has spent a ton of time playing hickory …

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65. Boots on the ground: A conversation with Envu’s Todd Lowe 58:51

27d ago58:51

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In this episode of the GCSAA Podcast, we sit down with Todd Lowe, a former USGA agronomist who now is part of Envu’s Green Solutions Team. Lowe provides great insights into the El Niño weather pattern that was so nettlesome for golf course superintendents in Florida this past spring and whose effects are still being felt. Lowe shares his personal j…

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Senior Golf Hall of famer Mike McCoy, Jeremy Milsop, sports editor of the Brainerd Dispatch and Jake Miles from Lakes Area Recreation in Merrifield. 41:33

28d ago41:33

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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John Jeffreys 54:36

1M ago54:36

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This week, Turf Today presents the U.S. Open preview, with the Superintendent of Pinehurst Number 2, John Jeffreys. John gets into some of the history of the resort and some of the challenges they face, hosting an event of this magnitude. It is evident that he is very passionate about the industry and credits his staff for alot of their success. Th…

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Phil Anderson GM of Hazeltine Golf Club and Bill Sinclair retired asst superintendent at Torrey Pines. 48:59

1M ago48:59

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Episode 49: Digger Girl - Angela Moser of Moser Golf & Renaissance Golf Design 1:41:27

1M ago1:41:27

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The stars finally aligned recently in providing me with an opportunity to spend some time with Angela Moser - golf course architect, shaper and world traveller! There was no sign of either a dozer or a digger.... although I am absolutely sure that one of those is undoubtedly in her immediate future. In this episode we take a deep dive on Renaissanc…

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Mike Rollins 1:25:36

2M ago1:25:36

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Mike Rollins from SIP Grinders joins Adam and Brian for an electric conversation with great references and some awesome stories. This is a fantastic conversation to keep you entertained on the course or in the shop. A well known guy with tons of knowledge about the geometry of the cut. Download and share the show to help support the podcast.…

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Episode 48: Digger Girl :) Trailer - Angela Moser 4:47

1M ago4:47

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Angela Moser has just completed the #10 Course at Pinehurst for Tom Doak's Renaissance Golf Design - she joined me recently for golf at St Patricks Links (no surprise, she's a baller) and a number of conversations, one of which we recorded for your enjoyment. Our full conversation takes a look at Angela's career to date, which includes significant …

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Eric Peterson GM of Cragun’s Resort and Tim Johnson Head golf pro at Cragun’s Legacy and head Warriors Boys Golf Coach. 38:19

1M ago38:19

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Episode 47: Martin Ebert of MacKenzie & Ebert 1:01:06

2M ago1:01:06

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Royal Portrush hosted it's first Open Championship in 1951, with Max Faulkner triumphing over Harry Colt's Dunluce Course... at the time Bernard Darwin was minded to write that Colt's design of the Dunluce links was 'a monument more enduring than Brass'. As listeners will know the Open Championship returned to Royal Portrush in 2019. In advance of …

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Em Casey 1:19:25

2M ago1:19:25

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Em Casey, the Assistant Superintendent from Seven Canyons in Arizona, joins the show to talk about her journey through the industry and discuss some of the unique greenkeeping challenges in the desert. Emily is a fantastic example of a dedicated individual in the indusrty who working their way up while also trying to help those around her succeed. …

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Jonathan Buchanan of the Dallas Country Club and Mark Johnson Director of Golf at Breezy Point. 51:05

2M ago51:05

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Thomas Bastis 1:39:57

2M ago1:39:57

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PGA Agronomist Thomas Bastis joins the show for one of the most informative episodes to date. Listen in to hear how Thomas got the job working on tour and some of the experiences he's had at different courses. The boys discuss pin placements in major tournaments and how to properly compile certain information on different golf greens. This is a gre…

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64. A conversation about women in turf for Women’s Golf Day 2024 47:03

2M ago47:03

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As a part of a partnership between GCM and John Deere, this episode of the GCSAA Podcast celebrates Women's Golf Day 2024 — which runs an entire week this year, May 28-June 4 — with a panel discussion among four women working in turfgrass management about the state of the women-in-turf movement. Devon Carrol, solution development manager with Envu,…

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Justin Kraft Director of instruction at Spring Hill Golf Club in Wayzata and Dan Loken PGA professional at Emily Greens. 45:58

2M ago45:58

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Episode 46: F&F Spring Break #4 - Reimagining the County Sligo Golf Club at Rosses Point 1:04:27

2M ago1:04:27

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County Sligo Golf Club celebrates 130 years of existence in 2024. Club members recently approved a course development plan, prepared by course designers M&E. In this episode we catch up with Council member David Dunne to hear about the scope of these plans, which will be implemented over the coming years. David has an interesting back story which w…

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Salinity stress, pigments and paints | Frankly Speaking w/ Dr. Manual Chavarria 42:00

2M ago42:00

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In this episode, Frank speaks with Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist of Turfgrass Stress Physiology at Texas A&M, Dr. Manuel Chavarria. Manuel and Frank discuss his progression from Forest Systems in Mexico through his years of study at Texas and brief stint at the former Prairie Turfgrass Research Center in Canada, to his current positi…

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Rockbottum Radio: Rockbottum Lost A Family Member 17:00

2M ago17:00

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In this episode of Rockbottum Radio, we pay tribute to Matt Jones, longtime member of Rockbottum, former Golf Course Superintendent, GM, US Army vet and more. In the second half of the show, we experience a rather severe outbreak of gossip, back-biting, name-calling and false witness bearing, which leads to Momma finding a solution to this current …

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John Ballard 55:26

2M ago55:26

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A huge episode for the community as we bring you the Superintendent of this year's PGA Championship. John Ballard, Golf Course Superintendent of the Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville Kentucky, joins Adam and Brian to talk about his route to the role, everything going on with the advance week and the overall preparation for the major. John also discu…

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Inspirational Story of The Path at The Park West Palm Beach and Tips for How to Launch Your Own Golf Course Community Center 36:03

2M ago36:03

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The Path seeks to change kids’ lives while introducing them to the game of golf. So is it a community center or a golf course? It’s both! It was launched on the premise that every child deserves the chance to succeed in life and you can hear the motivating story from Dave Andrews, the Director of The Path at The Park West Palm Beach. The Path has b…

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Kyle Kriewall, strategic Golf accounts manager for Toro and Eric Martin Head Golf Professional at The Pines at Grand View. 47:58

2M ago47:58

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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All Star of Turf: Jim Pavonetti, CGCS, Fairview Country Club, Greenwich, CT 45:00

2M ago45:00

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The latest TurfNet All Star of Turf is Jim Pavonetti, CGCS, of Fairview Country Club in Greenwich, Connecticut. A graduate of the Rutgers University turfgrass program, Pavonetti has developed a reputation for providing exceptional playing conditions while also being recognized for his efforts at producing an environmentally friendly landscape. In h…

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Episode 45: F&F Spring Break 2024 #3 - Mark Millar - Course Manager at County Sligo GC 1:14:14

2M ago1:14:14

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Friend of the pod Mark Millar, the Superintendent at County Sligo Golf Club, joined us for a chat in the Ewing Room in the clubhouse at Rosses Point during a recent visit to the home of the West of Ireland Amateur Championship. The Club has hosted the event since its inaugural hosting of the event in 1923. We take a look at the site at Rosses, disc…

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Episode 43: F&F Spring Break 2024 #1 - Sligo & Mayo 1:03:06

2M ago1:03:06

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The First in a four part series that cover the F&F Spring Break to Counties Sligo and Mayo. Myself and a good mate set off from Dublin to the Atlantic West Coast of Ireland to explore the delights of links golf at Rosses Point, Strandhill, Enniscrone & Belmullet. Please take a look at the F&F Instagram page to view a number of reels showing County …

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Special Announcement 11:53

3M ago11:53

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Huge News for the show and the brand! Make sure you check out this quick episode to get up to date on what's to come with the exciting news. This show was created because of you and for you. Please reach out with your feedback for us. Do what you can to get the word out! Lots of amazing things to come!…

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63. Fairways to Leadership: A conversation with GCSAA President Jeff White, CGCS 59:59

2M ago59:59

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This episode of the GCSAA Podcast features GCSAA’s 87th president, Jeff White, CGCS. Jeff and podcast host Scott Hollister peel back the turf to reveal the meticulous craft of keeping a club like Indian Hills Country Club in pristine condition while navigating the strategic fairways of the GCSAA. Jeff talks about his introduction to the industry, h…

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Renovation Report: Bradley Klein with Bob Farren, CGCS, Pinehurst Resort 43:00

2M ago43:00

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Brad Klein talks with Bob Farren, CGCS, of Pinehurst Resort about his 40-plus-year career at the 10-course property in the North Carolina Sandhills. Their discussion traces the progression of the property in general and specifically the storied history of Pinehurst's famed No. 2 course that was built by Donald Ross a century ago. Pinehurst No. 2 tr…

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Dave Sadlowski Head Golf Pro at Ruttgers, and Mark Sheftic from Stony Brook in Philadelphia 49:18

2M ago49:18

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Renovation Report: Brad Klein with Bob Farren, CGCS, Pinehurst Resort 44:00

2M ago44:00

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Brad Klein talks with Bob Farren, CGCS, of Pinehurst Resort about his 40-plus-year career at the 10-course property in the North Carolina Sandhills. Their discussion traces the progression of the property in general and specifically the storied history of Pinehurst's famed No. 2 course that was built by Donald Ross a century ago. Pinehurst No. 2 tr…

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Episode 44: F&F Spring Break 2024 #2 - The History of County Sligo Golf Club 40:20

2M ago40:20

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Tony Cunningham is a long standing member at County Sligo Golf Club at Rosses Point. While visiting recently we sat down with him to explore the origin story of ine of the grand old dames of Irish Golf. Founded by members of the Sligo Militia in 1894, the club celebrates 130 years in 2024. The Club has hosted the West of Ireland Championships since…

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Matt Magers from the MN Golf Assoc and PGA professional Chuck Kletkatsky from the Gravel Pit 43:13

3M ago43:13

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Renovation Report: Anthony Pioppi with Paul Jamrog, Met Links 33:00

3M ago33:00

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Paul Jamrog has returned "home" to oversee the transformation of the former Metacomet Country Club in East Providence, RI, into Met Links, an innovative 9-hole public golf course on a portion of the 90 acre Metacomet property. Jamrog was the golf course superintendent at Metacomet Country Club from 1994 to 2013, when he transitioned into sales. In …

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This week on Lakes Woods and Irons we'll feature short game specialist David Errington from Sea Island Resort and the new General Manager at Whitefish Golf Club Logan Jackson. 52:01

3M ago52:01

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Emerging Trends | Frankly Speaking with Dr. Ross Braun 45:00

3M ago45:00

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Our 11th season of Frankly Speaking begins with a conversation with Professor Ross Braun, one of the great young minds in turfgrass science from Kansas State University. Director of the Rocky Ford Turfgrass Research Center, Ross received his MS and Ph.D. in Turfgrass Science with previous guest Professor Dale Bremer. After Kansas State Ross spent f…

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Jordan Kalous 1:22:47

3M ago1:22:47

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Assistant Superintendent from The Club At Lac La Belle, Jordan Kalous joins Adam and Trevor to talk about his diverse turf career coming from being an MLB groundskeeper. Also on the show today is the creator of the Sproutee, Christian Grace, who provides a great look into this new prouduct growing in popularity. Listen in to learn how you can help …

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Rising Star of Turf: Andrew Mallick 18:00

3M ago18:00

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Andy Mallick's trajectory as a Rising Star of Turf has been a long one, entailing stops at four golf courses over 14 years before landing his first head superintendent position. Now in his fifth season as superintendent (and 11th overall) at Metedeconk National Golf Club (Jackson, NJ), Mallick had interim stops at Pine Valley Golf Club, Country Clu…

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62. Reflecting on a Legacy: A Journey Through Golf Management with Scott Hollister 41:11

3M ago41:11

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This episode turns the tables on the longtime host of this podcast, Scott Hollister, as he prepares to depart GCSAA after 26 years on the job. Scott offers us a candid look into his long tenure with GCSAA and GCM , from the adrenaline of the 2000 U.S. Open to the solidarity felt during the industry's trials post-9/11. Alongside Howard Richman, Scot…