Tag: Florida

Todd and Amy Draffen

Florida GCSA honors Todd Draffen with the Distinguished Service Award

October 1, 2025 By
Draffen was recognized for his environmental stewardship and outreach efforts educating regulators and lawmakers on golf course maintenance practices. ...

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An American history of zoysiagrass

September 29, 2025 By
Zoysiagrass made its mark in the U.S. starting in the late 1800s and has become a go-to turf for golf courses and lawns nationwide. ...

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Photo: Troon

The Club at Eaglebrooke to celebrate course reopening in October

September 16, 2025 By
The 6,917-yard, links-style course features natural lakes, abundant wildlife and has 100 feet of elevation change, which is unique in this part of Florida. ...

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“I approach every day like it’s my last day. You’ve got to see the course; you’ve got to be on it. You’ve got to enjoy it to be in this business. When I was younger, I probably would have done it for free.” (Photo courtesy of: Andy Maguire)

At the Turn: Meet the superintendent hosting the Golfdom Summit

August 31, 2025 By
Golfdom's Seth Jones chats with Andy Maguire, the superintendent that hosts the Golfdom Summit each year. ...

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Upgrades at Saddlebrook are part of a larger plan to renovate the entire resort, including the pools and outdoor areas. (Photo: Courtesy of Troon)

Starter: News, notes and quotes

August 28, 2025 By
Two 18-hole Palmer designs will become three nines ...

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Photo: Florida GCSA

Florida GCSA honors Matt Taylor with Lifetime Service Award for industry leadership

July 8, 2025 By
Unlike previous years, Taylor’s nomination came directly from the Florida GCSA executive committee. ...

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