Awards

Acushnet Company receives Massachusetts Beacon for Energy award

tim — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

"By making use of heat energy that traditionally has been wasted, cogen plants such as this make companies more efficient and help them to grow," said Philip Giudice, Department of Energy Resources Commissioner. read more

Nicklaus Design is Golf Course Architect of the Year in Asia Pacific

tim — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

"Nicklaus Design is pleased and honored to win Asia's Golf Course Architect of the Year, and we want to thank everyone associated with Asian Golf Monthly," said Paul Stringer, Executive VP for Nicklaus Design. read more

Steve Hackmann garners GCSAA's Leo Feser Award for golf article

tim — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

"Steve's article does a great job of sharing how to get staff more involved with workplace safety education, an issue relevant to every single superintendent," said Mark D. Kuhns, GCSAA President. read more

Gary Player honored with an award from Golf Business Canada

GaryPlayerGroup — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Gary Player was presented with the inaugural Golf Business Canada Lifetime Achievement Award as a tribute to not only his distinguished golfing career but also his leadership in growing the game internationally. read more

March of Dimes New York Division honors Venus Williams, Joe Girardi, David Levy and PGA CEO Joe Steranka

markn — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 05:08:31 -0500

Steranka was named The PGA of America's Chief Executive Officer in October 2005. Since joining the PGA of America's staff in 1988, Steranka has directed The PGA's expansion of events, media assets and marketing programs, including the PGA Championship, Ryder Cup and PGA.com just to name a few. read more

Schmidt-Curley Golf Design wins several Asian Golf Monthly awards

Stephen_Reynolds — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

"Our extensive experience makes us well-prepared to handle any project," said Brian Curley, founding co-partner. "Jungle or open prairie, desert or seaside, we'll create the course you need." read more

Lynn Stellman honored with LPGA Southeast Section Eagle Award

Lisa Freeman — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

"Lynn continues to be a respected leader in the golf industry and a mentor to so many," said Patti Benson, LPGA T&CP National President. "The Eagle Award is the perfect honor for Lynn." read more

Golf Tourism Scotland Gold Standard Awards winners announced

YAlexander — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The spectacular night came to a crescendo when Helensburgh local Colin Dalgleish, co-founder of international golf tour operator PerryGolf and former Walker Cup captain, received the inaugural Special Achievement Award. read more

Gary Player receives Asia Pacific Golf Humanitarian accolade

GaryPlayerGroup — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

"I've been blessed with successful professional golf and business careers, but I know the work I've tried to do to help underprivileged children will have a far greater impact," said Player on receiving the award. read more

Gary Player wins Breeders' Cup Sports and Racing Excellence Award

GaryPlayerGroup — Tue, 3 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

"On behalf of our Board, the racing industry and Gary's many fans and followers around the world, we are extremely proud to present him with this honor," said Breeders' Cup President and CEO Greg Avioli. read more

Jordan Spieth, Victoria Tanco are Rolex Junior Players of the Year

tim — Mon, 2 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

"It was my No. 1 goal at the beginning of the year," said Spieth, who is 16 years old. "I'll be trying to do the same thing again next year, but knowing the competition, it's going to be really difficult." read more

Tom Hoch Design honored in Golf World's Readers Choice Awards

jbrooks.buffcomm — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400

"The outcome was a beautifully-cast, Western lodge-style interior that members and guests continue to enjoy," said Joel Moore, owner of The Ridge at Back Brook about the new clubhouse/locker room. read more

Golf Tourism Scotland's Gold Standard Awards nominees announced

YAlexander — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400

"It encompasses the core elements of Scotland's golf industry from tour operators to the golf courses themselves, and everything in- between," said Nick Hunter, Chairman of Golf Tourism Scotland. read more

Donna Caponi-Byrnes will receive PGA First Lady of Golf Award

tim — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400

"Donna has always been a tremendous friend to the PGA Professional, displaying through her work an understanding of the demands of the profession," said PGA of America President Jim Remy. read more

Annika Inspiration Award created to honor young female athletes

tim — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400

"I am honored to be a part of the recognition of amazing young women who continually inspire and encourage those around them." said Annika Sorenstam, founder of the ANNIKA Foundation. read more