Buffalo Communications: Announces the promotions of Shane Sharp, Andrea Latta and Stephen Reynolds. Sharp is promoted to vice president from director of public relations; Latta to senior public relations manager from public relations manager; and Reynolds to public relations manager.
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Golf World Names Tim Carr Design Director
Golf World: Names Tim Carr as the magazine’s new design director. Previously, Carr was art director for Links magazine.
Trion:Z Inks PGA Tour Pro Rory McIlroy
Trion:Z: Signs PGA Tour player Rory McIlroy to a multi-year agreement to wear and promote the company’s line of ionic/magnetic accessories.
North Carolina’s Hyler Elected To Serve Term As USGA President
U.S. Golf Association: Elects James B. Hyler Jr. of Raleigh, NC, to serve a one-year term as president. Hyler is in his seventh year as a member of the USGA Executive Committee, a term that has included three years as a USGA vice president.
North Carolina's Hyler Elected To Serve Term As USGA President
U.S. Golf Association: Elects James B. Hyler Jr. of Raleigh, NC, to serve a one-year term as president. Hyler is in his seventh year as a member of the USGA Executive Committee, a term that has included three years as a USGA vice president.
GustBuster Umbrellas Featured On CBS 6 Orlando News During The 2010 PGA Merchandise Show
GustBusters: Company president Steve Asman appeared on Orlando, FL, CBS affiliate WKMG during the PGA Merchandise Show to discuss the GustBuster umbrella’s design and technology.
Tijeras Creek Welcomes Former LPGA Tour Professional And Award Winning Teaching Professional Mardell Wilkins!
Tijeras Creek Golf Club: Adds Mardell Wilkins to its staff of teaching professionals. Wilkins, who was previously an instructor at Mission Viejo Country Club, currently holds Class A certification in both the PGA and LPGA and played on the LPGA for 13 years.
Nor Cal Golf Industry Multi-Media Specialist Emmy Moore Minister To Be Honored At Annual California Golf Writers And Broadcasters Association Dinner
California Golf Writers and Broadcasters Association: To honor 10 at its 51st awards banquet on Feb. 9 in Pebble Beach, CA. Among the honorees are Emily Moore Minister (Golf Media Person of the Year), Janet Coles (induction into California Hall of Fame), Nick Watney (Outstanding Achievement Award) and Paul Goydos (Jack Lemmon Ambassador of Golf Award).
Golf Inc. Conference Announces Spring Keynote Panels
Golf Inc. Four CEOs will headline two keynote panels at the Spring Golf Inc. Conference, April 12-14 in Amelia Island, FL. The four are Eric Affeldt of ClubCorp, Peter Hill of Billy Casper Golf, Steve Mona of the World Golf Foundation and Jim Hinckley of Century Golf Partners/Arnold Palmer Golf Management.
VCT Names Christa Evans, CCM Director of Sales
VCT: Appoints Christa Evans to director of sales and will head up inside sales and business development efforts for the company’s Private Club division.
Pete Dye Receives ING Industry Honors Award
International Network of Golf: Presents course architect Pete Dye with its Golf Course Designer of the Year award at its ING Industry Honors ceremony.
Congressional Country Club named PING National Fitter of the Year
Ping: Names John Lyberger and the staff at Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, MD, as the 2009 Ping National Fitter of the Year. “John Lyberger and his staff of expert fitters continually demonstrate the performance and enjoyment benefits of custom fitting,” said John A. Solheim, Ping chairman and CEO. “They’ve used their fitting expertise to grow their business in challenging times.”
LPGA Rookie, Jean Reynolds signs with Sterling Sports Management
Sterling Sports Management: Signs LPGA rookie Jean Reynolds to an exclusive representation agreement. Reynolds earned her LPGA card for 2010 by finishing second on the Duramed Futures Tour’s money list.
Annika Sorenstam To Serve As Honorary Chair Of 2011 U.S. Women’s Open
Annika: Hall of Fame golfer Annika Sorenstam has been named the honorary chair for the 2011 U.S. Women’s Open, to be conducted at The Broadmoor, July 4-10. The Broadmoor was the site of Sorenstam’s first U.S. Women’s Open victory in 1995.
Annika Sorenstam To Serve As Honorary Chair Of 2011 U.S. Women's Open
Annika: Hall of Fame golfer Annika Sorenstam has been named the honorary chair for the 2011 U.S. Women’s Open, to be conducted at The Broadmoor, July 4-10. The Broadmoor was the site of Sorenstam’s first U.S. Women’s Open victory in 1995.
AGCP Member Irl Robinson To Be Inducted Into Missouri Sports Hall Of Fame
Association of Golf Clubfitting Professionals: Announces that member Irl Robinson has been chosen for induction into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame.
Heritage Golf Group Names Dean Alexander Head Golf Professional At Atlanta National Golf Club
Atlanta National Golf Club: Dean Alexander is promoted to head golf professional after having served as the club’s teaching pro the past two years.
SeeMore Welcomes Putting Instructor Pat O’Brien To PGA Show Booth 521
SeeMore Putters: Noted putting instructor Pat O’Brien, who works with Zach Johnson on the PGA Tour, will appear in the company’s booth at this week’s PGA Merchandise Show.
From The Caddie-Yard To The PCA Hall Of Fame Caddie-Castle
Professional Caddie Association: Announces its class of 2009 inductees into the PCA Worldwide Caddie Hall of Fame. The ceremony will be held at the PGA Merchandise Show, Friday, Jan. 29.
Judy Dickinson Joins EWGA Foundation Board of Directors
EWGA: Former LPGA player Judy Dickinson has joined the 2010 EWGA Foundation board of directors. Dickinson played on the LPGA for 23 seasons, winning four times, and was president of the LPGA from 1990-1992.
