(Grand Rapids, Mich.) Pent up cabin fever and dry, clear highways help drive a typically strong turnout of golfers to the many attractions of the 22nd West Michigan Golf Show held last weekend in downtown Grand Rapids. Matching last year’s overall traffic in spite of Valentine’s Day falling on Sunday, the Golf Show again proved to be an upbeat and very busy start to the much anticipated golf season.
“We felt the show hit the mark again and was a total success,” said Show Manager Carolyn Alt. “The patrons really appreciated the headliners and special features while also showing enthusiasm for and confidence in the business side of the game.”
Headliners this year included Mike Bender, the reigning National PGA Teacher of the Year and Frank Thomas, Technical Advisor to the Golf Channel whose opinions on the recent groove controversy proved both timely and newsworthy. A fully landscaped par-three, inspired by the sixth hole at Threetops, continued to be a show favorite and helped to raise funds for its designated charity, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of West Michigan. Other charities benefiting from the Show were ALS Association Michigan Chapter & The CaddyAm, and the Folds of Honor Foundation.
Exhibitors’ feedback on the Show was very positive and included the following:
“By far, the busiest show I have seen this year, compared to Indy, Columbus, and Chicago.”
–Jason Guss, Treetops Resort
“Bottom line, it was a great show. It’s always important to see our current customers and to introduce our course to new ones. We also appreciate the special promotion of women’s golf on Friday night.”
–Jeff O’Malley, Pilgrim’s Run
“Overall, the attendance looked very good. Long lines waiting for the opening bell could be seen both Friday and Saturday. Sunday was a bit slower, but those visiting the show on Valentine’s Day gave me the feeling they were on a serious mission to discover the latest news about golf in Michigan.”
–Doug Hendershot, Golf Association of Michigan
“We think the 2010 West Michigan golf show was one of the best in years. This was a great kickoff to the golf season.”
–Scott Hebert, Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
Produced by ShowSpan Inc., the West Michigan Golf Show’s dates for next year are Feb. 11-13, 2011. (Valentine’s Day falls on Monday!) For more information, call 1-800-328-6550 or visit the website at www.westmichigangolfshow.com.
Contact:
Terry Moore
Sportserv Ltd
616-490-0433
terry50moore@gmail.com
