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17
Nov

Have you considered wearing a pair of Golf Flip Flops to play golf ?

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Categories: Announcements, companies and golf products

Golf Gators, a company that makes casual golf shoes, has launched the worlds first flip flops with removable and replaceable golf spikes.

The Noonan slide and the Webb fisherman sandal are comfortable, durable and affordable golf slippers to play golf in. Designed from space-age antimicrobial material, these flips flops feature a special toe bumper and a steady outsole that is said to provide lateral support and stability on the golf course.

Available in both mens and womans sizes, these slide on flip-flops come in a variety of colour schemes including fairway green, medium brown,white and pink.

The area must have that come with a one year uncounditional replacement gurantee, prices start from US$39.99. Visit www.golfgators.com for more information

13
Nov

Club Corp announces Firestone Club ranked as No 4 Private Club by Golf World

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Categories: Announcements, companies and golf club

ClubCorp, The World Leader in Private Clubs, announced today that one of its premiere golf and country clubs, Firestone Country Club in Akron, Ohio, has been ranked as the No. 4 private country club in the U.S. by Golf World magazine.

Golf World spent nearly six months gathering data on golf establishments throughout the country, evaluating them across multiple criteria to identify the nation’s premier facilities. The magazine received more than 21,000 individual golf course ratings and more than 252,000 criteria evaluations.

“We are proud of Firestone’s Golf World ranking of No. 4 in private clubs,” stated Eric Affeldt, ClubCorp president and CEO. “This ranking is a true testament of the exemplary services General Manager Mark Gore, and his staff, provide their members and guests.”

Firestone Country Club, host to the World Championship – Bridgestone Invitational, can offer members a variety of additional benefits that include ClubCorp’s Signature Gold membership. Signature Gold, a national membership program, offers complimentary golf, complimentary dining and privileges and benefits at more than 200 facilities worldwide that include exceptional deals at affiliate hotels and resorts (including KSL Resort properties in California, Colorado, Virginia, and Texas), ticket and shopping services, and more.

About Firestone Country Club
Quietly situated on the outskirts of Akron, Ohio, Firestone Country Club has the finest 54-holes of golf of any private club in the country. The club offers challenging courses and luxurious overnight accommodations, friendly and professional staff, and outstanding cuisine, creating the ultimate golf experience for friends, guests or business associates. For more information, visit www.firestonecountryclub.com.

13
Nov

Braemar Golf Appointed to Manage Gary Player’s Spectacular Design at

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Categories: Announcements, companies and golf club

Thracian Cliffs Golf and Spa Resort EAD announce the appointment of Braemar Golf of St Andrews to provide golf course construction management services for the completion of the 18-hole Gary Player golf course and to subsequently set up and manage the golf course operations when the course opens for play in 2010.

In keeping with its mission to provide golfers with the best golf experience in Europe, Thracian Cliffs Golf and Spa Resort EAD have engaged Braemar Golf to ensure that the extraordinary Gary Player designed golf course will be completed to the standards of perfection that the location and the designer and developers demand. Located in a spectacular setting along 4500m of the Kaliakra cliff on Bulgaria’s Northern Black Sea coast, Gary Player says: “The dramatic nature of the Thracian Cliffs site, from the white cliffs to having holes right on the Black Sea, will allow this course to rival any golf experience in the world, including Pebble Beach.”

Based at the home of golf in St Andrews, Scotland, Braemar Golf combines a deep knowledge and passion for the game with a thorough understanding of the commercial realities of the business aligned with its proven experience in delivering financially successful and sustainable golf operations in diverse locations and markets throughout the world. Keith Haslam, Managing Director of Braemar Golf stated, “We are delighted to be working alongside Gary Player Design and General Hotels Management on this fantastic development that will without doubt be one of the world’s most spectacular golf destinations.”

For more information about the Thracian Cliffs Resort, it’s Golf, Healing Spring Spa, the Chedi Luxury Hotel, the Real Estate and the Marina contact Elena Dimova or go to www.thraciancliffs.com

08
Nov

Leisure Corp finalises Turnberry Golf in Scotland

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Categories: Announcements, companies, golf club and golf course for sale

Turnberry, Scotland: Leisurecorp, the Dubai World investment company focused on the sports and leisure sector, today takes ownership of its latest acquisition, the Turnberry Resort in Scotland.

First announced in May, the £55 million deal sees Turnberry transferred from Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) to Leisurecorp. Starwood has entered a 50 year management agreement with Leisurecorp to manage the hotel and after extensive restoration, the property will become a member of its Luxury Collection portfolio.  From tomorrow the hotel will close for a £30 million refurbishment ahead of the 138th Open Championship in July 2009. 

Internationally-renowned interior designer Mary Fox Linton has been appointed to lead the refurbishment which will see the 101 year hotel restored to the original vision of the original architect, James Miller.  Working in conjunction with a heritage consultant, the refurbishment will ensure that the building’s heritage is maintained while delivering beautifully designed stylish hotel rooms and facilities.

Alan Rogers, Group CEO, Leisurecorp, said:

“Turnberry is a significant addition to our property portfolio and we take seriously our responsibility to restoring the hotel and facilities to its former glory. When the eyes of the world fall upon Turnberry next summer, we are determined that the venue will stand tall with pride, taking its rightful place as one of the top golf courses in the world.

“At Leisurecorp, we have been lucky enough to have worked with some of the world’s best performers in their fields, from sporting superstars to designers and architects.  Since we announced the deal with Starwood in May we have been working hard on the development plans and are delighted with Mary Fox Linton’s appointment and her vision for Turnberry. 

“Next week Shanghai kicks off the inaugural Race to Dubai and arguably one of the most exciting seasons in The European Tour’s history.  For Leisurecorp, this will see three of our golf courses rise to the occasion with The South African Open at Pearl Valley Golf Estates, The Open Championship at Turnberry, and the Dubai World Championship to climax the season at Jumeirah Golf Estates. We are certain that each of these tournaments will prove our passion and commitment to the golf world.”

Mary Fox Linton has an impressive list of historic hotels to her name, including One Aldwych, London; The Dorchester Hotel, London; The Athenaeum, London; The Grove, Chandler’s Cross; and Carlisle Bay Antigua. 

Mary Fox Linton said:

“The chance to restore this hotel to its former glory is a wonderful opportunity and I feel so passionate about it. When you arrive, you can’t help but smile.

“The interiors of the hotel will be brought back to their original grandeur with a contemporary interpretation of James Miller’s original vision for the hotel. I have tried to look at the hotel through the eyes of Miller and interpret what I think he would have envisioned for the hotel, maximising open spaces, comfort and of course the very best of quality.”

25
Oct

Whats all the Buzz about with Buzz Software?

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Categories: Announcements, Technology and companies

Buz Software www.buzzsoftware.com  (MeritSoft Corporation) is a Toronto based software company specializing in applications for private clubs and golf courses.  The company which started in 1996, now services over 350 clubs across North America.

BUZ Software is Member Focused.  Buz offers the best and most complete lineup of software which interfaces directly with your members. Buz Software is Business Minded.  Buz addresses all of your needs for member service, efficiency, productivity, control, communication and management information. 

The company is dedicated to the principle of providing software which:

  • Improves the performance and productivity staff
  • Improves operational controls
  • Improves communication between clubs and their members
  • Improves access to invaluable management information
  • Improves levels of member service and satisfaction

Buz Software is committed to meeting and even exceeding its customers’ expectations by providing the high quality software and exceptional support.

To contact Buzz Software please email them at info@buzzsoftware.com

29
Sep

Ashworth Shareholders consider company sale due to losses

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After posting a third-quarter loss, Ashworth officials announced they are considering the possibility of a sale, merger or other transaction to enhance shareholder value.

The Carlsbad, Calif.-based golf apparel maker reported it has retained Kurt Salmon Associates Capital Advisors to examine its financial options. The investment banking firm helped negotiate the sale of Ashworth’s competitor Cutter & Buck last year.

For the third quarter, Ashworth posted a net loss of $9.6 million compared with a net loss of $5.6 million a year ago. Revenues fell 9 percent to $45.2 million. Company officials said margins have suffered from increased discount sales and lower sales volume, combined with fixed overhead expenses.

Only Ashworth’s core domestic golf business reported a revenue gain in the most recent quarter; the company’s other categories include corporate and department store sales.

Total domestic golf channel revenues increased to $18.2 million, up 5.5. percent from $17.2 million in the same period last year. This is the fourth consecutive quarter in which revenues in the golf channel have increased.

But challenges lie ahead: Sell-through in the golf channel during the third quarter has been below expectations, and the company expects revenues to decline for the remainder of the fiscal year as compared with year-ago periods.