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A mixed native warm-season grass rough that contains spartina, bushy bluestem, wiregrass, and broomsedge, Preserve Golf Course, Vancleave, MS. Get insights on native and natural roughs for Southeastern golf courses > https://lnkd.in/e99uDMN3

Golfers, we all know the feeling of frustration when a putt stops short of dropping in the hole for a birdie or an eagle. But did you know that there's a way to minimize this frustration? Synthetic turf installers, take note of the 3’ (three feet) rule recommended by experienced installers. A smooth and imperfection-free compacted subbase within 3 feet around the cup can make all the difference in ensuring that the golf ball plays true and lessening the frustration of a bogey. If you are sleeving,concreting, or placing putting green cups in dirt… it is crucial to follow this rule and make sure the area around putting green cups are smooth without imperfections. Also if you are choosing to use concrete or mortar? …make sure you use a special concrete/mortar mix that will survive the harsh freezing temperatures to prevent frost heave. (Reach out if you need a mix design) Longevity is the goal. The vibration alone from the flag stick going in and out causes movement. Let's make our rounds of golf more enjoyable and less frustrating for all by ensuring your grading acknowledges this. Questions? Or need a training? Give me a shout. 888-846-3598 #askjw #doublebogey #helpingotherssucceed

7 Home Lawn Care Tips from Golf Course Superintendents: It might be unrealistic to maintain the same quality turf conditions as a golf course without a five- or six-figure maintenance budget, but we spoke to a few superintendents at top clubs across the Northeast who believe you can have a healthy yard simply by following a few of tricks of the trade. https://lnkd.in/efp6dmDN #lawn #lawncare #golfcourse #golfcoursemaintenance

How many of you golf lovers have considered building your own organic/natural backyard putting green? Homeowners who install a green using seed sod and soil find its impossible to maintain, unless a family member is a greens keeper. Why synthetic putting greens ⛳️ became a "thing". Golfers created a demand for the beauty of a golf green at home requiring low maintenance, a turnkey price, and minimal annual maintenance. The fast growing golf industry continues to expand with new golfers of all ages. #organicputtinggreens #syntheticgolfgreens #fastestgrowingsportrevenue

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Stuck in a bunker, but unsure which wedge? Shepherd here shows why your loftiest wedge might not be the best choice! Learn how he selects the right club for the distance ⛳️ What's your go-to club for long bunker shots? Let us know in the comments! #teamtitleist #scorebetter #drmolearntowin #golfimprovement #improveyourgolf #golftip #golftips #bunkershot

Greenside rough giving you trouble? Discover how to tackle those tricky shots like a pro and turn challenges into opportunities on the course. 🏌️♂️ #GolfTips #GolfBlog

Your Spreader, Our Power…it’s just that simple. With the Spreader Power Kit from Titan Turf, there’s more pushing! GOLF • SPORTS TURF • LAWN CARE

Some traditions are meant to be challenged. In 1970, a round of golf took 3 hours and 10 minutes. Today? We're looking at 5+ hours on the course. That's not progress - that's a problem. My solution? A shot clock: - 40 seconds for regular shots - 60 seconds for putts Will this ruffle some feathers in the golf community? Absolutely. But sometimes, challenging the status quo is exactly what the game needs. At Madison Green, we believe in preserving golf's elegance while eliminating what holds it back. Because tradition doesn't have to mean slow. What's your take on implementing a shot clock in golf? #GolfInnovation #FutureOfGolf #PlayFast #MadisonGreenOfficial #BeYou

In this case study example we see potential savings of £2,000-£3,000, a reduction in pace of play of ~2 minutes, potential reductions in the total area of finely maintained turf and improvements to playability and golfer satisfaction. All for just a single hole.... 😎 Here, the placement of the bunkers and angle of the green caused problems all the way back to the tee. Nearly half of golfers found themselves laying up into and around a fairway bunker, from where they would have to wait for the green (~70yds away) to clear. Our data showed very few golfers were actually able to hold the green from this lay up position, resulting in significant pace of play backlogs. The hole ranks among the least popular for golfers due to its difficulty and this data shows why. A restructuring or removal of the greenside and lay-up area bunkers (at the very least) would ease pace of play problems, improve playability and heighten golfer satisfaction. Further solutions discussed included removing the lay up bunker entirely and instead creating a divide in the fairway to visually encourage play to the left, leaving a better angle to the green. This would include an area of lightly mown rough dividing the fairway, adding interest to the lay-up, encouraging play from the preferable left side, reducing pace of play and improving golfer satisfaction. Ultimately, the decision of 'what to do' comes down to the club, but our data outlines the clear problems with the current bunker layout, why it ranks poorly for golfer satisfaction and pace of play, and provides invaluable insights into how it might be improved. Contact harry@shorehillgolf.com or reach out here on Linkedin to learn more!