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February rounds were down 4.7% nationwide compared to a year ago, when play for the month had been up 19% before the pandemic hit the U.S.
Topics: Engagement, Facilities, Facility Operations, Golf Courses, Municipal Golf
In Their Words
Topics: Course Management, Facility Management, Golf Courses, Golf Facilities, Interviews
NGF's Graffis Report, a overview of an unprecedented year for the golf business in 2020, is now available for NGF members.
Topics: Consumer Spending, Economy, Engagement, Facilities, Golf Courses
In an era when golf course closures far outweigh new openings – a market correction that’s the result of oversupply in the industry coupled with a strong demand for real estate -- here's a look at facilities that have escaped the chopping block. From the posh Wynn Golf Club on the Las Vegas Strip to a 9-hole layout in Nebraska that costs just $9 to walk on weekdays.
Topics: Closures, Course Owners, Economy, Facilities, Facility Operations
NGF research shows that 50% of golfers express some interest in playing golf at night. Could a lighted course be an option for some operators?
Topics: Course Owners, Facilities, Facility Operations, Golf Courses, Management
In Their Words
PGA Tour Superstore President and CEO Dick Sullivan on an unprecedented 2020 for the golf industry and expectations for 2021.
Topics: Economy, Golf Apparel, Golf Clubs, Golf Retail, Interviews
Golf's on-course momentum from 2020 carried into 2021. Here's a look at how much play was up nationwide in the first month of the year.
Topics: Golf Courses, Golf Facilities, Participation, Rounds Played
November rounds of golf were up almost 57% nationally over a year ago, continuing an upward trend since coronavirus restrictions on golf operations were lifted.
Topics: Engagement, Golf Courses, Golfers, Rounds Played
October rounds were up 32.2% nationally year-over-year, another record-setting increase for 2020 play.
Topics: Engagement, Facilities, Golf Courses, Golfers, Research
With many existing golfers playing more frequently in 2020, what do they say about their interest in the game compared to previous years?
Read about what some of the best-known golf industry executives have to say about 2020 and how the CoVid pandemic affected their companies.
