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Rob DiFranco served as Managing Editor for Golfdom Magazine, utilizing his BA in Journalism from Kent State University, and past experience as a sports reporter for The Morning Journal of Lorain, OH.

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A behind-the-scenes look at the 2023 John Deere Classic with Superintendent Jonathan Graham Posted on 10 Jul 2023 in the Industry News & People categories.

After a year of waiting, TPC Deere Run Superintendent Jonathan Graham hosts his first John Deere Classic at a course where he once served as an assistant. Read more»

The Women in Turf team is back in action again at the 2023 US Women’s Open Posted on 07 Jul 2023 in the Industry News & People categories.

A group of 35 women, as part of the Women in Turf program, are making an instant impact at the 2023 U.S. Women's Open in Pebble Beach, Calif., as part of the program's third year of operation. Read more»

GCSAA survey shows decrease in maintained turfgrass and increase in course length Posted on 28 Jun 2023 in the Industry News categories.

The study, funded in part by the USGA, and reviewed by the National Golf Foundation is the third in its Golf Course Environmental Profile program. Read more»

USGA taps Riviera Country Club for 2031 US Open Posted on 21 Jun 2023 in the Industry News categories.

The club, led by Superintendent Marshall Dick will also host the U.S. Women's Open in 2026 and Olympic competitions in 2028. Read more»

What’s next for water conservation in the golf industry? Posted on 12 Jun 2023 in the Featured & From the Magazine categories.

Superintendents have embraced innovative approaches to reduce water usage on the course. Now, what’s on the horizon for water conservation? Read more»

Ryan Blair, CGCS, recalls his journey to becoming super at Holston Hills CC Posted on 24 May 2023 in the From the Magazine & Tour Guide categories.

Ryan Blair, CGCS, superintendent at Holston Hills CC in Knoxville, Tenn., recounts the journey that lead him to his course hosting the Visit Knoxville Open. Read more»