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Canadian Agronomist, Teri Yamada, dies at 66

January 16, 2025 By
Teri Yamada of Collingwood, Ont. passed away peacefully on Jan. 8, 2025, at the age of 66. Yamada was an influential figure in Canadian Golf for nearly 40 years. She spent 18 years with the Royal Canadian Golf Association (now ...

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Photo: Josey Groeneveld The Aquatrols Company

The Aquatrols Company adds to North American sales team

January 9, 2025 By
Groeneveld brings significant agronomic knowledge as well as a deep understanding of the particular needs of customers located in this geography, according to the company. ...

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Hollinger (Photo courtesy of ASGCA)

Golf course architect Mark Hollinger, ASGCA, dies at 70

January 2, 2025 By
Mark Hollinger, ASGCA, died Dec. 24, 2024, near his home in Winter Garden, Fla. He was 70 years old. A native of Pennsylvania and raised in Warner Robins, Ga., Hollinger earned a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from the University ...

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Adam Wright (left) and Tyler Johanson (Photo: Harrell's)

Harrell’s names Sales Professional and Rookie of the Year

December 30, 2024 By
Harrell's awarded a pair of Florida-based salesmen at its 2024 National Sales Meeting. ...

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Eric Escamilla

Bobby Jones Links appoints Eric Escamilla as vice president of revenue management

December 23, 2024 By
Escamilla has a diverse background in various industries, including golf, hospitality and education. ...

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Georgia GCSA Superintendent of the Year, James Drinkard (center), with mentor Buzz Howell (left) and wife, Lynnly (right). (Photo: Georgia GCSA)

Georgia GCSA honors James Drinkard as Superintendent of the Year

December 19, 2024 By
Drinkard’s award was presented in partnership with Corbin Turf and Ornamental Supply at the Georgia GCSA’s annual awards banquet. ...

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