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• How many golfers are there in the U.S. and what are the trends in the number of golfers?
• How many rounds of golf are played in the U.S., and what are the trends in rounds played?
• How many golf courses are there in the U.S., and what are the trends in golf courses?
• What is the economic impact of the golf industry in the U.S.?
• How do golfers score on an 18-hole regulation golf course?
• What does it cost to play golf?
• How many golfers take golf trips, and how many rounds are played while traveling?
• How many minority golfers are there in the U.S.?
• Where can I find the phone number for a particular golf company?
• Where can I get state-by-state listings of golf facilities, retail stores and other golf-related companies?
• Where can I find lists and e-mail addresses of golfers in the U.S?