ASGCA Insights

ASGCA Past President Tom Marzolf discusses the background and importance of the “Life Cycle” chart, and how facilities use this important document to maintain course quality. He also profiles Fazio Design courses set to host 2021 Summer Olympic Games (Tokyo) and 2026 Ryder Cup (Ireland).

Award-winning journalist Brad Klein of “Morning Read” details how, “golf has a chance not merely to survive Coronavirus but to thrive through innovation on the other side of the pandemic.”

ASGCA Vice President Forrest Richardson provides perspective on planning and continuing project work during unique times. “This is an opportunity to explore how golf courses can provide even more entertainment and opportunities to socialize and be the hub of a community, neighborhood or region.”

ASGCA Past President Erik Larsen discusses the significant contributions golf courses make to communities. From economic benefits like jobs and taxes to environmental and recreational benefits, he describes how golf courses are valuable—and how municipal officials and other leaders can make best use of those benefits.