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2017 U.S. Open preview: Erin Hills

June 8, 2017 By Seth Jones

Beautiful Erin Hills is ready to host Wisconsin’s first-ever U.S. Open. But once upon a time, it wasn’t the happiest place for turf. Looking at it today, it’s hard to believe that back in 2008, Erin Hills, site of the ...

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Matt Foster, former superintendent, now Aquatrols CEO, promises renewed effort in R&D

May 23, 2017 By Seth Jones

In May, Aquatrols promoted Matt Foster from chief operating officer to president and CEO. His new role follows a transition period during which longtime President Tracy Jarman and Director of Sales Andy Moore have been shifting from operational duties to ...

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Photos by: Seth Jones (1, 2, 4, 5); David Hay (3); Pat Roberts (6)

Golfdom Gallery: May 2017

May 15, 2017 By Kelly Limpert

1. Flying the not-so-friendly skies Golfdom EIC Seth Jones bumped in to Annika Sorenstam at the Phoenix airport. While Annika got home no problem, Jones was delayed and had to take an overnight flight to Charlotte to get to Kansas ...

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Photo: As interviewed by Seth Jones, April 14, 2017.

The 19th Hole: Steve Houlihan

May 11, 2017 By Seth Jones

Steve Houlihan Superintendent // Blue Mound G&CC, Wauwatosa, Wis. What can I get you? I’ll have a Captain and Coke. Tell me about your family. My wife, Kate, and I have two daughters. Aubrey is 5, Brynn is 3. They ...

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Dryject expands with two new franchises

May 8, 2017 By Grant Gannon

DryJect LLC has recently expanded its business operations with the addition of two new franchisees that will serve northeast Texas and Upstate New York. This expansion represents another step forward in fulfilling the company’s mission to have a strong presence ...

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SipcamRotam selects new vp of specialty business

May 2, 2017 By Grant Gannon

SipcamRotam has named Michael Maravich as its new vice president of specialty business, where he will oversee the specialty business comprised by turf, ornamental and material preservation business segments. Adam Burnhams, general manager of SipcamRotam, says, “I am delighted to have Michael ...

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