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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

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»

How Denver Hart strives for consistency as PGA West hosts The American Express Posted on 29 Apr 2024 in the Featured & From the Magazine & Tour Guide categories.

Denver Hart, head superintendent at PGA West, shares how his crew executes The American Express tournament despite a short timeline between overseeding and tournament week. Read more»

TPC Sugarloaf’s Kyle Worthy shares insights on preparing for the Mitsubishi Electric Classic Posted on 25 Apr 2024 in the Featured & From the Magazine & Tour Guide categories.

Kyle Worthy, superintendent at TPC Sugarloaf, shares how his crew prepares for long tournament days and recaps the course's latest renovations. Read more»