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| Tuesday Nov 28, 2023 |
Golfers are still looking to buy the latest in equipment. According to Golf Datatech, retail sales numbers for October were up 44.8% over October 2019, prior to the pandemic, and down slightly (1.2%) over 2022. Through the first 10 months, sales are running nearly even (-0.8%) to 2022.
IN THIS ISSUE
> TFC Inbox: Tiger Woods still knows how to move the needle | Read
> It's time to start checking that list | Read
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Who do you believe is the 2023 Player of the Year, regardless of Tour?
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 the city and state of residence.
> Read responses to last week's question.
THE MODGOLF PODCAST
Embrace a "give first" mindset to start a business, then scale
Gary Guerrero Jr. joins host Colin Weston to discuss how he laid the foundation for his two companies — Lag Shot Golf and Scratch Golf Academy — and what he learned along the way
[Listen | More 'The ModGolf Podcast' episodes]
GOLF INNERVIEW WITH ANN LIGUORI
A look at Italy's one-of-a-kind course
Ottavio Coppola, golf manager at Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort, joins host Ann Liguori to talk about the country's lone PGA National course — and Italy, as well
[Listen | More 'Golf Innerview with Ann Liguori' episodes]
BEHIND THE GOLF BRAND
Seamus Golf: More than meets the eye
Co-founder and CEO Akbar Chisti joins host Paul Liberatore to discuss his company's origins as a clubhead manufacturer and its growth
[Listen | More 'Behind the Golf Brand' episodes]
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Get your holiday shopping started with this selection of golf and lifestyle products. Updated with Lululemon
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St. Augustine Amateur: The 18th playing of the 54-hole competition returns to renovated St. Johns Golf Club, Dec. 1-3 in Elkton, Florida. The World Amateur Golf Ranking tournament moved from its previous October date to early December to avoid fall college golf schedules and strengthen its field. Net proceeds from the tournament, generated through sponsorships, will benefit First Tee–North Florida, a local youth development organization.
"Great communication begins with connection."
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Despite injuries and long layoffs, the 47-year-old remains a curiosity to The First Call readers when he tees a golf ball up because he may still display a flash of his old self
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> Independent Sales Manager
Volvik USA
Remote (Maryland, Washington D.C., Virginia) | Info
> Director of Golf
Battenkill Country Club
Greenwich, New York | Info
> Assistant Golf Professional
Old Tabby Links
Okatie, South Carolina | Info
> View a complete listing of jobs
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JANUARY
23-26: PGA Show, Orlando, Florida | Info
29-February 1: GCSAA Conference and Trade Show, Phoenix, Arizona | Info
MARCH
4-8: Club Management Association of America World Conference and Club Business Expo, Las Vegas, Nevada | Info
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