Bayer Superintendent Grant Program to send winners to San Antonio
Lawrence, Kan. (Dec. 30, 2014) – Through the Bayer Superintendent Grant Program, the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), its philanthropic organization the Environmental Institute for Golf (EIFG), and the Environmental Science Division of Bayer CropScience are sending five golf course superintendents to the 2015 Golf Industry Show in San Antonio (Feb. 21-26). The purpose of the grant is to assist golf course superintendents with their professional development through participation in the annual event. Winners are chosen through a random drawing. The winners for 2015 include:
• Grover L. Alexander, GCSAA Class A superintendent, Hudson Hills Golf Course, Ossining, N.Y.
• Todd Canyock, GCSAA member superintendent, Foothills Golf Course, Denver, Colo.
• Curt Morgan, GCSAA Class A superintendent, McMenamins Pub Course, Troutdale, Ore.
• J. Kevin Rotti, GCSAA member superintendent, Eagle Dunes Golf Club, Sorrento, Fla.
• James D. Stanger, GCSAA Class A superintendent, Heritage Links Golf Club, Lakeville, Minn.
“Bayer Environmental Science is a great partner of GCSAA, and their dedication to the professional development of our member superintendents is testament to that,” GCSAA CEO Rhett Evans said. “Congratulations to the winners and thanks to Bayer for providing this valuable opportunity.”
All five winners receive airfare, hotel accommodations for five nights, conference full-pack registration, two education seminars and $200 spending money.
About GCSAA and the EIFG
The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) is a leading golf organization in the United States. Its focus is on golf course management, and since 1926 GCSAA has been the top professional association for the men and women who manage golf courses in the U.S. and worldwide. From its headquarters in Lawrence, Kan., the association provides education, information and representation to nearly 18,000 members in more than 78 countries. The association’s mission is to serve its members, advance their profession and enhance the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. Visit GCSAA at www.gcsaa.org or find us on Facebook or Twitter.
The Environmental Institute for Golf is the philanthropic organization of the GCSAA. Its mission is to foster sustainability through research, awareness, education, programs and scholarships for the benefit of golf course management professionals, golf facilities and the game. Visit EIFG at www.eifg.org or find us on Facebook or Twitter.
Contact:
Craig Smith, Director, Communications and Media Relations
Phone: 800-472-7878, ext. 4431 or 785-691-9197 (cell)
csmith@gcsaa.org
