The managers from facilities across the country have completed the requirements to achieve advanced certification through the PGA Certified Professional Program 2.0, in career categories that include General Management, Golf Operations, Player Development and Teaching & Coaching. The PGA of America announced that 13 PGA Professionals have completed the requirements to achieve certification in categories…
Panel to Review Denial of Wellington., Fla., Golf Course Proposals
In December, Glenn Straub, owner of Polo West Golf Club and Palm Beach Polo Golf & Country Club, was denied permission to make changes to the properties. Straub is now asking the Palm Beach County Circuit Court to review the proceedings of the village council to determine if there were irregularities in how it made…
Wellington, Fla., Council Denies Golf Course Proposals
Glenn Straub, owner of Polo West Golf Club and Palm Beach Polo Golf & Country Club, proposed amending both properties’ master plans to include equestrian amenities, among other changes. A large crowd gathered for the hearing, which lasted eight hours, with only four speakers in favor of the proposals. In a contentious meeting on December…
Wycliffe G&CC Approves $18.1M Renovation Plan
The Wellington, Fla., property is scheduled to begin its comprehensive renovation plan in spring 2018, with completion in fall 2019. New amenities include a signature restaurant, lobby bar and lounge, and outdoor pool pavilion, while the banquet room, spa, and fitness center will be upgraded. Members of Wycliffe Golf & Country Club in Wellington, Fla.,…
Binks Forest GC to be Sold to Atlantic Golf Management
The deal is expected to close in March, and the new owner, which buys courses “that need some tender loving care,” plans to use the summer as a turf growing season to get the Wellington, Fla., property’s fairways, greens and tees in order.
Chosen Path
All Shannon Wheeler wanted was some free golf—and that paved his way to several prominent clubs and his current role at Wycliffe G&CC.
Full Healing Powers
A shift in public perceptions about health is prompting many club and resort properties to adopt a more holistic perspective toward wellness.
Proposals Presented to Revive Former Ocean Palm GC
The 34-acre property in Flagler Beach, Fla. has been unused and overgrown for seven years, but now is seen as better-suited for revival because of its potential as a nine-hole course. Pine Lakes GC, Indigo Lakes GC and Flagler Golf Management have presented plans to the city’s Alternative Use Committee.
City Plans 40-Acre Purchase of The Wanderers Club
Officials in Wellington, Fla., are negotiating the purchase of the executive golf course, which has been closed for six years, for use as a passive park or open riding area for equestrians.