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Industry Notes: Sunday, November 3, 2024

Kevin Carroll joins Peacock + Lewis Architects and Planners; Play Golf Myrtle Beach World Amateur Championship makes impact on Myrtle Beach

Chicago Golf Show: Announces that its 2025 event will be held February 27 to March 2 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois.

Peacock + Lewis Architects and Planners: Announces that Kevin Carroll has joined the firm as director of club consulting. Carroll will interact with current and potential clients to secure, administer and advise on a variety of services, including master planning, architectural design, engineering, interior design, and related services.

Omni La Costa Resort and Spa: Announces a two-year extension to continue hosting the NCAA Division I Men's and Women's Championships on its North Course through 2028. Originally designed by Dick Wilson, the course quickly became a top PGA Tour destination after debuting in 1965. In recent years, the course received a renovation from Gil Hanse.

Blue Tees Golf: Unveils its lifestyle-inspired collaboration with TravisMathew, featuring a limited edition design of the Player+ GPS Speaker. This partnership is inspired by both brands’ roots in the culture of Southern California. The Blue Tees Golf x TravisMathew Player+ embodies the spirit of fun — as captured in the tagline, “Here for a good time.” The limited edition Player+ will be sold at all TravisMathew stores, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, PGA Tour Superstores and select pro shops, retailing for $249.

Play Golf Myrtle Beach World Amateur Championship: Reports that this year's 41st playing generated $17.1 million in economic impact on Mrytle Beach, South Carolina, and attracted 2,971 players from 49 states and 17 countries. Broken down, there was $11.1 million in direct impact and $6 million in non-direct and induced spending. Also, over 20,000 hotel room nights were reserved, equating to 38,282 visitor days, while the World Am generated 240,904 social media impressions and 166,452 organic views during tournament week.

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