Promoting Philanthropy at Quail Valley Golf Club
Quail Valley Golf Club in Vero Beach, Florida, is more than just a recreational venue for its members. It’s a special place where friends and family enjoy time together, and they have a special place in their hearts for the community around them. Here’s a story of philanthropy and charity that should inspire all clubs to give back to their neighbors and those less fortunate.
Bringing New Golfers to the Range – Noah Vinyard, PGA
In this month’s Bringing New Golfers to the Range feature, we highlight the coaching and mentorship efforts of Noah Vinyard, an award-winning PGA of America Professional in Clearwater, Florida.
Promoting Philanthropy at Quail Valley Golf Club
Quail Valley Golf Club in Vero Beach, Florida, is more than just a recreational venue for its members. It’s a special place where friends and family enjoy time together, and they have a special place in their hearts for the community around them. Here’s a story of philanthropy and charity that should inspire all clubs to give back to their neighbors and those less fortunate.
GRAA Award Winner Profile: Joseph Ingoglia, PGA
Joe Ingoglia, PGA, is a 2024 GRAA Top 100 Growth of the Game Teaching Professional. Here is the story of how he got into the game of golf.
Five Questions with Steve Dresser, PGA
In the June 2025 edition of Five Questions, we get to know Steve Dresser, a PGA Life Member and the founder of the Steve Dresser Golf Academy in South Carolina. After more than four decades in the business, Steve has many things to teach us, and it’s interesting to hear that he’s still looking for that next new learning opportunity.
GRAA Award Winner Profile: Marissa Kulig Crow, LPGA
Marissa Kulig Crow is an award-winning golf coach in Massachusetts. Her accolades and accomplishments speak for themselves. In this award winner profile, we highlight the career of this GRAA Top 100 Growth of the Game Teaching Professional.
Five Questions with Eric McInerney, PGA
In this month’s Five Questions feature, we highlight Eric McInerney, the owner of McGolf in Dedham, Massachusetts, and a GRAA Elite Growth of the Game Teaching Professional
GRAA Award-Winning Facility Profile: Leonard Golf Links – Fort Worth, Texas
Leonard Golf Links has been a GRAA Top 50 Stand Alone Facility every year since the awards were established in 2012. Here’s the story of its history, amenities and the legendary experience golfers have with each and every visit.
Investing in Your Range: Quail Creek Country Club – Green Valley, Arizona
There are some exciting things happening at Quail Creek Country Club in Arizona. We spoke with PGA of America Director of Golf, Josh Wilks, who shared some details of a rather extensive renovation project that encompassed the clubhouse, course and practice facilities.
The Masters World Class Practice Facility: A 2025 Perspective
Enjoy this quaint account of the August National Golf Club’s practice experience from a spectator’s point of view, told by PGA of America Golf Professional Brendon Elliott.
Women Leading on the Range: Sharing Your Passion with the Ones You Love
In this month’s installment of Women Leading on the Range, Kennedy Bodiford, the PGA of America Head Golf Professional at Tokatee Golf Club in Blue River, Oregon and the 2024 Pacific NW PGA Section Merchandiser of the Year for Public Facilities, shares her journey in golf. Bodiford started playing the game as a teen, excelled in junior golf early, had a stellar collegiate career, played professionally and now elevates the customer experience for her golfers every day.
Bringing New Golfers to the Range: Host Golf Fitness Boot Camps to Get Your Members Thinking About Health & Wellness
Bob Usher, a GRAA Top 100 Growth of the Game Teaching Professional and Golf Fitness Association of America (GFAA) award winner, shares details of an innovative new program he’s running at Grey Oaks in Naples, Florida – Golf Fitness Boot Camps.
Bird Flu and Its Potential Impact on Golf Courses and Driving Ranges
Although the risk is minimal at the present time, bird flu does pose a potential risk to golf courses and driving ranges. In this piece, we look at the risks and offer several protective measures to implement to prevent harm to staff or customers.
GRAA New Award Winner Profile: Lauren Tallman, PGA
In this GRAA New Award Winner Profile piece, we highlight Lauren Tallman, an award-winning PGA of America Golf Professional in the Western New York PGA Section and the owner of Finger Lakes Golf Academy in Victor, New York.
GRAA Award Winner Profile: Stefanie Shaw, PGA
In this GRAA Award Winner Profile, we highlight Stefanie Shaw, a PGA of America Teaching Professional at Sebonack Golf Club on Long Island and the Director of Instruction at The Ocean Reef Club in Florida.
Investing in Your Range: “The Barn” at The River Club – A Year-Round Amenity for Members to Enjoy
The River Club, in Boise, Idaho, has an exciting course renovation on the horizon. In the meantime, they recently added an amenity that boosts engagement, promotes camaraderie and enhances the member experience. Enjoy this story about “The Barn” at The River Club.
How Do You Stop Hurting Your Joints When You Practice Golf? Time to Hit on Fiberbuilt Grass Series Mats
This is a useful and informative piece about the health and golf benefits of high-quality practice hitting mats, like those at Fiberbuilt Golf. To get the most out of your practice or to provide your golfers with the best mats for their progress in the game, check out this article and contact the professionals at Fiberbuilt Golf today.
GRAA Award-Winning Facility: Colwood Golf Center
In this GRAA award-winning facility profile, we highlight Colwood Golf Center, one of four courses under the Portland Parks Golf umbrella. With practice facilities, a par 3 course, professional instruction and more, Portlanders know their go-to place for golf.
Women Leading on the Range: Finding a Path
In this month’s edition of Women Leading on the Range, Michelle Grafos, the PGA of America Director of Player Development at Esmeralda Golf Course in Spokane, Washington shares some insightful tips on making one’s career in golf more fulfilling and rewarding.
Bringing New Golfers to the Range: Jamie Hoke, PGA
In this month’s Bringing New Golfers to the Range, Jamie Hoke, an award-winning PGA of America Teaching Professional in the Philadelphia PGA Section shares details about his background in golf and discusses some successful programs he’s running at Union League Golf Club at Torresdale.
Five Questions with Kandi Comer, PGA
In our continuing Five Questions series, we highlight the career of Kandi Comer, PGA, a GRAA Elite Growth of the Game Teaching Professional, and the PGA of America Director of Golf at Orchard Creek in Waynesboro, Virginia.
