The First Call 11-24-2021

FIRST THOUGHT

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> A fruitful business: Southers Marsh Golf Club
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> 50 states of Thanksgiving
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> Turner Sports is betting feud between golf stars DeChambeau and Koepka will be Black Friday TV draw
[Jabari Young | CNBC | Read]

PopStroke not your Daddy’s miniature golf experience

In modernizing a longtime family pastime, PopStroke has created an experiential atmosphere that merges casual dining and technologically-advanced competitive golf

FACT OF THE DAY

DID YOU KNOW?

In 2020, golf balls sold through the e-commerce channel exceeded $140 million in retail sales for the first time. While e-commerce retail has been growing steadily with inflation for the past decade, the pandemic drove this major boom in e-commerce across the United States.

Source: Longitudes Group Market Value Model 2021

INDUSTRY NEWS

GolfPass unwraps 2021 holiday gift guide

Curated collection designed to help golfers play and look better

Belvedere GC to host 2023 Hickory Grail Matches

Ryder Cup-style event will bring hickory golfers from Great Britain/Europe to compete against the U.S.

Weatherman unveils college logo umbrellas

Company announces Black Friday / Cyber Monday deal through Nov. 30

Malcolm DeMille continues crafting RSM Classic Pro-Am money clips

This year Malcolm DeMille handcrafted 2 antique polished nickel money clips in an art deco style featuring the RSM Classic logo in epoxy

The American Express to showcase Maroon 5, Brad Paisley

Maroon 5 to perform Friday after second round; Paisley takes the stage Saturday after third round on PGA West Stadium Course's driving range

Gimme Simulators unveils holiday season deal

Receive a free HiQ screen with a launch monitor with the purchase of a Foresight GCQuad or GCHawk and Uneekor EyeXO launch monitor systems

Club Champion announces Black Friday gift card promotion

Exclusive gift card bonuses available for Club Champion customers

#QOTD

"Strength and growth come only through continuous effort and struggle."

— Napoleon Hill

CALENDAR

NOVEMBER
24: World Golf Expo 2021, Hainan, China | Info

JANUARY
25-28: PGA Merchandise Show, Orlando, Fla. | Info

FEBRUARY
5-10: GCSAA Conference and Trade Show, San Diego, Calif. | Info
19-23: CMAA World Conference and Club Business Expo, San Diego, Calif. | Info

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

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