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While the Walker Cup may have appeared to be hanging in the balance Sunday, the 50th edition played right into the United States' strength — singles play. Holding a tenuous 8.5-7.5 lead heading into the final 10 singles matches, the U.S. won 8.5 of the possible 10 points to turn the Walker Cup into a 17-9 rout. According to the USGA, since 2009, when the format was expanded to 10 Sunday singles matches, it was the largest margin of victory in a final session (8-1-1), surpassing the two 8-2 marks in 2017 and 2019. For the weekend, 14 of the United States' 17 points were won in singles play.
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The company's adjustable indoor putting green can now integrate with simulators to create uneven fairway lies and undulating greens in real time — making the indoor game even more realistic.
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Bechtol Golf Design: Retained to renovate the University of Texas Golf Club practice facility with "Scheff's Kitchen." The facility is named for former Longhorn golfer Scottie Scheffler, who made a considerable financial contribution to fund the $1 million project. Construction at the facility will begin in June 2026, with completion currently targeted for Labor Day 2026. Plans include the addition of multiple targets in the driving range; the raising of the teeing area to match one at the opposite end of the range; tree removal and relocation; the addition of artificial turf to replicate bunkering around target greens; the increasing in size and holding characteristics of targets; and drainage and turfing initiatives to allow for both maintenance and aesthetics. Construction will be performed by Landscapes Unlimited of Lincoln, Nebraska.
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One of the keys to a successful driving range is having a diverse customer base with differing visiting and spending behaviors.
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April 23-26, 2026 | The Grand Hotel / The Lakewood Club | Point Clear, Alabama
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SEPTEMBER
9: Envu, webinar, 1 p.m. ET. "Southern turf issues: Poa annua and shoulder season disease control," Speakers: Envu's Jesse Benelli and Adam Gore. | Info
OCTOBER
6-7: Golf Business Network Instructing Summit, Palm Desert, California | Info
14-15: Golf Business TechCon 2025, Frisco, Texas | Info
NOVEMBER
18-20: Golf Business Canada Conference and Trade Show, Niagra Falls, Ontario | Info
JANUARY
20-23: PGA Show, Orlando, Florida | Info
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