Thursday Mar 30, 2023
FIRST THOUGHT

Of the 137 respondents to The First Call poll question, "If there is no rollback on the golf ball, which option to regulate distance would you prefer?" 41% said they would prefer tougher course setups. Of the remaining three choices, 29% believe nothing should be done, while 26% chose dialing back club technology. Only 4% believe courses should be lengthened.

IN THIS ISSUE

> TGR Design to build Philly short course | Read
> The latest industry news | Read

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

What is your favorite Masters memory?

Send replies on this question or other topics and questions you would like to have asked to shall@buffalogroupe.com. For a response to be published, you must include your first and last name, along with city and state of residence. Read last week's responses.

Design Notes: Tiger Woods to build short course at Philly’s Cobbs Creek
Raymond Hearn revitalizes Michigan’s Saint John’s Resort; Jeff Howes completes the Bucharest Golf Club in Romania
INDUSTRY NEWS
Company enhanced the nine-hole North, South and East courses at Sammamish, Washington, facility; primary work was shaping and strategically moving select bunkers to enhance playability
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Season Kick-off Party will take place April 1 and feature swing tips and a live recording of the 'Kostis & McCord – Off Their Rockers' podcast at the event
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Online shoppers will have a chance to win a Full Swing KIT launch monitor and buy indoor/outdoor equipment, including apparel and accessories, at discounted prices, April 2-9
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One of Scotland’s oldest, most prestigious golf clubs has hired the U.S.-based agency to manage relations across the U.S. and Canada
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From training with Golftec to competing on the world stage, Golftec athlete and world's top female amateur shares story
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READ, WATCH, LISTEN

> TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley's North course to be renovated this year by architect Ian Andrew
[Jason Lusk | Golfweek | Read]

> Augusta National's expansion debate — a second course, more housing, and even more influence
[Joel Beall | Golf Digest | Read]

#QOTD
“One man practicing sportsmanship is far better than 50 preaching it."
— Knute Rockne
ICYMI
Mike Trout, Tiger Woods partnering on new New Jersey course
Three-time American League MVP inks 15-time major champion's TGR Design to build a course near Trout's New Jersey roots and that is scheduled to open in 2025
MAKE GOLF YOUR CAREER

> Growth Brands Content Manager
Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA)
Daytona Beach, Florida | More

> Assistant Golf Professional
Denver Parks and Recreation
Denver, Colorado | More

> Program and Development Coordinator
First Tee – Upstate South Carolina 
Greenville, South Carolina | More

> View a complete listing of jobs

Make Golf Your Career is a golf industry DE&I initiative launched by Make Golf Your Thing that allows job seekers to search, find and apply for opportunities throughout the industry in one place.

TFC PODCAST NETWORK

DRIVER$
Building the perfect golf app
Golf Genius CEO Mike Zisman reflects on golfer experience apps and technology with co-hosts Jon Last and David Klein
[Listen | More 'Driver$' episodes]

GOLF INNERVIEW WITH ANN LIGUORI
John Simpson tells of IMG's early days, emerging stars
Before becoming founder and CEO of On Course Foundation, Simpson managed the emerging careers of Hall of Famers such as Bernhard Langer, Nick Price and Nick Faldo. He joins host Ann Liguori to share his stories
[Listen | More 'Golf Innerview with Ann Liguori' episodes]

BEHIND THE GOLF BRAND
How Sweet Rollz is changing the putter grip market
Co-founder Lance Garvin joins host Paul Liberatore to discuss his company's dedication to putting performance through its putter grips
[Listen | More 'Behind the Golf Brand' episodes]

CALENDAR

JULY
25-27: GCBAA Summer Meeting, Lake Geneva, Wisc. | Info

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To submit events for the calendar, please include the event name, date, location and informational link to info@firstcallgolf.com.