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A TALE OF TWO CUPS
Since the Presidents Cup debuted in 1994, the United States owned the matches to the point of it not being competitive. The International Team won the third matches in 1998, but since then the Americans have won 11 and halved another (2003). The United States is 13-1-1 overall. The closest margin of victory in that span was two points (16-14) in 2019. Since 1994, there have been 15 Ryder Cups contested. The Americans have not fared as well, going 4-11.
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Country Club of Whispering Pines: Whispering Pines, North Carolina, semi-private club reopens the Pines Course following a comprehensive year-long renovation by architect Kyle Franz. The project marks the first phase of broader property enhancements managed by Rolling Pines LLC. ... DrinkTanks: Bend, Oregon, drinkware manufacturer introduces the Home Field Collection, a customizable line of insulated cups, jugs and coolers designed in team-inspired color combinations. The product line provides retail and pro shop partners with coordinated merchandising opportunities for game days and events. ... Topgolf: The company collaborates with Spark Golf to introduce a six-week social league across its venues nationwide. Starting October 6, participants compete in nine-hole rounds utilizing Toptracer technology with scoring and handicap tracking integrated through the Spark Golf app. ... Caledonia and True Blue: The sister courses in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, collaborate with Maverick Golf Design on facility improvements, including expanded tee boxes and upgraded turf management. The ongoing preservation work honors original course architect Mike Strantz.
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➡️ Scottie Scheffler is the dominant player in golf. The Cups have been another matter
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James Colgan | Golf.com | Read
➡️ Brandt Snedeker wants J.J. Spaun to 'make me look stupid' for Presidents Cup snub
Mark Giannotto | USA Today via Golfweek | Read
➡️ Scottish Golf launches roughly $250k talent pathway program
Kristy Dorsey | The Herald | Read
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One-Way Ticket: Alissa Kacar
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Ireland golf boom: Championships put country in global tourism spotlight
Guest: Alison Metcalfe, executive vice president, North America, Tourism Ireland.
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SEPTEMBER
29-30: Golf Inc. Strategies Summit, Hilton Head, South Carolina | Info
OCTOBER
1: Golf Inc. Strategies Summit, Hilton Head, South Carolina | Info
NOVEMBER
8-11: International Association of Golf Administrators Annual Conference | Info
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JANUARY
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