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About Rob DiFranco

Rob DiFranco served as an 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.

Posts by Rob DiFranco

Industry experts share why it's important to be vigilant when it comes to fall armyworm. Read more»

A damaging turf pest, billbugs can be a golf course superintendent’s biggest foes. Read more»

Bubba Wright finds a “home away from home” following recent course move Posted on 06 Jun 2024 in the Featured & From the Magazine categories.

After a move from the Pacific Coast to the Ozarks, Bubba Wright shares how things aren’t that different. Read more»

Super Josh Saunders’ journey to hosting the 79th U.S. Women’s Open Posted on 30 May 2024 in the Featured & From the Magazine & Tour Guide categories.

Josh Saunders, superintendent at Lancaster (Pa.) CC, walks through his journey in golf that lead him to hosting the 79th U.S. Women's Open. Read more»

How one Connecticut golf course has embraced GPS-guided robotic mowers Posted on 20 Apr 2024 in the From the Magazine & Products categories.

With an influx of robotics in golf, enhancements in GPS-guidance have become more important as superintendents navigate the ecosystem. Read more»

Inside Husqvarna’s new Ceora mower at the 2024 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show Posted on 27 Mar 2024 in the Golfdom TV & Products & Video categories.

Managing Editor Rob DiFranco stops by the Husqvarna booth to chat with David Plaster, director of business development for golf, about the company's new Ceora autonomous mower. Read more»