How Low Can They Go?

57, 58, 59, 59, 60, 63… What do these numbers have in common? They were all rounds shot at pro tour events this season by much better players than I ever hope to be and likely better than you, too. However, as a result of these low scores, golf’s governing bodies, along with the media, […]

The Hole Truth

After watching a week’s worth of U.S. Open coverage, all I can say is that if the time spent analyzing hole locations had been given over to the BP oil spill, the Gulf of Mexico would be spotless by now. It boggles my mind how much fuss can be made over placing a 4-1/4-inch hole […]

Firm and Fast?

The U.S. Open is on next week, which means the eyes of the golf world will be looking closely at Pebble Beach and the USGA’s new mantra, “Brown is the New Green.” It is certainly true that golf courses can be wiser in their water use. Many people think courses waste water and should be […]

Super Questions

A golf course is a living, breathing thing, constantly changing and in need of regular care. The person in charge of its healthy existence is your course superintendent, who has to be alert 24/7 to problems both natural and manmade. I strongly suggest golfers become familiar with their course’s unique problems and needs, which means […]

Golf Course Confidential – The Masters

Tim Moraghan – long-time golf industry insider with a 20+ year tenure at the USGA and “inside the ropes” access at over 100 national championships – offers an over, under, and on the ground look at courses, conditions, architecture, and how to play the game. This is a big week for games played on grass. […]