Course of the Week

One Superintendent’s Perspective on Woodward’s Resignation

August 4, 2010 By
Members deserve to know what really happened Ever since Mark Woodward left his post abruptly and unexpectedly as CEO of the Golf Course Superintendent’s Association of America in June, I’ve been waiting for something of an explanation as to what exactly ...

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Did Woodward Really Resign?

June 28, 2010 By
GCSAA’s ex-leader leaves post abruptly. Was he forced out? Mark Woodward told Golfdom he’s looking for another job. (Photo by: Larry Aylward) Did Mark Woodward resign? Or was he fired? According to a press release issued by the Golf Course ...

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What’s Wrong With the Arizona Immigration Bill? Nothing

May 12, 2010 By
Until somebody comes up with something better, there’s nothing wrong with a tough, fair bill. Hypothetical situation: There’s a guy down in Mexico who wants to come to America to work — specifically on a golf course in Tucson. He ...

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Get Real … As In Virtual International Golf Course Equipment Managers Association to stage virtual trade show. Toro, Deere and Jacobsen also on board.

March 2, 2010 By
I’ve heard people say trade shows — like the ones you attend in vast convention centers incities like San Diego and Orlando — are dinosaurs. While I don’t think trade shows are becoming extinct, I do think there’s a place ...

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Pinehurst in Transition

February 26, 2010 By
Farren speaks on sustainable standards on the golf course during “You Asked for It, You Got It!” session. Bob Farre Bob Farren, certified superintendent and director of golf course and grounds management at Pinehurst Resort and Country Club, spoke on ...

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Bacon, Eggs and Bad News

February 26, 2010 By
It was a good thing Jim Skillings spoke after attendees of the RISE Industry Issues Breakfast finished eating their bacon and eggs. If Skillings spoke beforehand, he would’ve ruined their appetites. As is, he gave attendees indigestion. That’s because RISE’s ...

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