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About Chris Lewis

Michigan-based writer Chris Lewis specializes in reporting on golf in the U.S. He wrote about White Pine National Golf Resort for Golfdom in 2013, and part two of the magazine’s annual Plant Health Series in 2014.

Posts by Chris Lewis

Charlie Schauwecker shares what goes into hosting the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship Posted on 19 Jun 2024 in the From the Magazine & People & Tour Guide categories.

Although Charlie Schauwecker, director of agronomy, takes pride in Sahalee Country Club’s conditioning, he knows that his teams’ expectations and standards must increase. Read more»

How the crew at TPC River Highlands strives to exceed every Travelers Championship event Posted on 16 Jun 2024 in the From the Magazine & People & Tour Guide categories.

While reaching “for new heights,” they tend to overcome one significant challenge more than any other: time. Read more»

How the agronomy team at Thornblade Club strives for perfect at the BMW Charity Pro-Am Posted on 05 Jun 2024 in the From the Magazine & Tour Guide categories.

Jordan Strange, director of golf course and grounds maintenance, talks preparations and more. Read more»

Super Dane Wilson talks hosting the Principal Charity Classic following a $7.4M course renovation Posted on 28 May 2024 in the From the Magazine & Tour Guide categories.

Wilson shares what went into the major 2023 renovation alongside golf course architect Tyler Rae. Read more»

Harbor Shores GC Super Matthew Vollrath talks hosting the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship Posted on 23 May 2024 in the Featured & From the Magazine & Tour Guide categories.

Matthew Vollrath, superintendent at Harbor Shores GC, talks what goes into hosting a major championship. Read more»

Super Travis Cook gives the scoop on managing the Regions Tradition at Greystone G&CC’s Posted on 07 May 2024 in the From the Magazine & Tour Guide categories.

Cook talks about preparations, an irrigation renovation and his relationship with his crew and volunteers. Read more»