leading golf brands join together to conduct new research and expand golf schools to more locations
Scottsdale, Ariz. (December 19, 2013) – Troon,® the leader in upscale golf course management, development and marketing and Pelz Golf, the foremost brand in short game and putting improvement, are excited to announce an innovative partnership. Known for pioneering new breakthroughs in the game and bringing an analytical approach to golf instruction, Dave Pelz is partnering with Troon to conduct new groundbreaking research and to grow the experience of the Dave Pelz Scoring Game School by expanding into several of Troon’s hallmark private club, daily-fee and resort locations.
The partnership brings together two of golf’s most influential brands that have been elevating the golf experience around the world and making the game more enjoyable for players for more than 20 years. Bringing the proven methods of Pelz instruction together with the world-class skills, resources and experience of Troon creates a formula for success aimed at raising the golf instruction experience to new heights and utilizing research findings that move the game forward.
“Our partnership with Pelz Golf creates the perfect chance to expand the opportunity golfers have to improve their games, enjoy their time on the course, and ultimately play more golf,” stated Dana Garmany, chairman and CEO, Troon. “Dave Pelz has made huge contributions to the game through his progressive research and we are pleased to play a role in new discoveries that will benefit the industry as a whole and to bring the experience of the Pelz Golf Institute to members and guests of our Troon private club and daily-fee facilities.”
Among the many commonalities between the Troon and Pelz Golf brands, lies the overall mission to grow the game by making golf more enjoyable for individual players. Troon’s motivation to elevate golf facilities through implementing the best services, amenities and playing conditions is the perfect pairing to Pelz Golf’s mission to help golfers enjoy the game more by improving their skills and lowering their scores.
“We’re excited about working with Troon because it provides us the opportunity to reach and help more passionate golfers than ever before,” Pelz said. “Troon members can expect to see testing opportunities in several Troon locations starting this spring and summer. We hope this testing will lead us to practical new ways for all golfers to lower their scores. Also, watch for upcoming Pelz schools and clinics as we expand into some fantastic Troon-managed locations.”
Dave Pelz has been called the “foremost authority on the short game and putting” with his professional students having won a total of 20 majors. In addition to working with some of the best Tour players in the world, Dave Pelz has also helped thousands of amateur golfers improve their scores and enjoy the game more through Dave Pelz Scoring Game School instruction, research, books, television programming and learning aids.
New school locations at Troon-managed private club, daily-fee and resort locations will be announced soon along with more information about Dave Pelz’s latest research project. For more information on Pelz Golf, visit www.PelzGolf.com.
Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Troon is the world’s largest golf management company also specializing in homeowner association management, private residence clubs, estate management and associated hospitality venues. The company oversees operations at Troon Golf (daily-fee & resort) and Troon Privé (private) properties located in 32 states and 27 countries. Additionally, 48 Troon facilities enjoy a Top 100 ranking by national or international publications. Troon properties include The Grove, London, England; Classic Club, Palm Desert, Calif.; and Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort, El Jadida, Morocco. For more information Troon Golf, visit www.TroonGolf.com.
Contact:
Brett Brooks
Troon
480.477.0480
bbrooks@troongolf.com
