After starting a career in psychology, Jared Viarengo let the tug of a lifelong love of golf course work redirect him on a path that led to dual responsibilities as GM/Director of Grounds at Applebrook GC.
Talks for ClubCorp to Acquire Concert Golf Properties Reported
Members of Philmont Country Club in Huntingdon Valley, Pa, received an e-mail on April 15thfrom Concert Golf Chairman Peter Nanula that said his company had entered into discussions with ClubCorp to acquire 16 of Concert’s clubs, including Philmont, according to a Philadelphia Inquirer report. Nanula and a ClubCorp spokesperson would not comment further when contacted about the message.
Beyond Face Time
Golf instruction has gone high-tech, as teaching pros find that the extra cost for new tools that go well beyond the capabilities of one-dimensional video can be justified by faster and more precise analysis of all that goes into a student’s swing.
White Manor CC Recapitalizes with Concert Golf
Through the partnership, the Malvern, Pa., facility has paid off all debt, lowered annual dues by 10-15%, and barred any future assessments to the membership. The property will undergo $1 million in capital projects, including greens renovations, new swimming pool amenities, outdoor dining, and a new fitness center.
White Manor CC Members to Vote on Proposed Sale to Concert Golf
The membership of the Malvern, Pa. club received an electronic invitation to take part in a vote on Friday, December 16, according to a local newspaper’s report. Since news of a possible sale began to circulate, several locally based parties have also come forward as potential buyers, the report said.
Lebanon (Pa.) CC Prepares for Course Renovations
The work on the 94-year-old course between July and Halloween will include redirection of one fairway away from a bordering street that has seen an increase in traffic, to address growing safety concerns.
Monitoring the Situations
New technology and weather-detection systems are helping golf course superintendents stay one step ahead of Mother Nature.
Minding Their Manor
An all-in team effort, in sync with a steady pace of facilities upgrades, has built an impressive F&B offer at White Manor Country Club.
Tuna Tartare
C&RB CLUB RECIPE Tuna Tartare Can be served on Asian sushi-style sticky rice, lightly seasoned with sugar and rice-wine vinegar, or in disposable bamboo cones with bamboo spoons. Amt Ingredient 5 lbs. sushi-grade #2 tuna (always fresh) 1½ tbsp. orange zest (using microplane) 1 cup Japanese soy wasabi-yuzu dressing ½ cup blended olive oil 1…
Tuna Tartare
Yield: 6 servings Amt Ingredient ¼ cup corn oil 2 tsp. ginger, fresh grated 1 lb. sushi-grade tuna ¼ cup cilantro, fine chopped 1 tsp. jalapeno, minced 1-½ tsp. wasabi powder 1 tsp. toasted sesame seeds 1 tbsp. scallion, finely chopped 1-½ tbsp. + 1 lemon…