Global golf footwear pioneers, ECCO GOLF, have once again pushed the boundaries of comfort, style and innovation with their updated AW23 collection, introducing both a variety of striking new colourways to the latest line-up and a brand-new shoe model; the ECCO BIOM® TOUR. An eye-catching addition to the new range, ECCO BIOM® TOUR features ECCO GOLF’s pioneering BIOM® NATURAL MOTION® technology with ECCO’s spiked sole design in a fresh model for the autumn/winter season. The Pivix spikes incorporated into ECCO BIOM® TOUR are combined with additional grooves on the outsole, ensuring excellent traction and stability throughout the swing, while the waterproof membrane keeps feet dry and comfortable in wet weather.…
Author: Aboo Tayub
Aboo Tayub
Aboo Tayub is the publisher of Golf Business Technology and has worked in the business & technology publishing sector for over a decade.
In June, the ‘Battle of the Stars’ at Pula Golf and Son Servera Golf Club saw household names tee off in support of the fight against ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). The pro-am tournament, won by Spanish musician David Otero and his team, was the latest chapter in a rich history of star-studded charity events at Pula Golf, one of Mallorca’s most popular venues and a nominee for seven World Golf Awards in each of 2022 and 2023. Every summer, celebrities gather to face a layout that hosted the Mallorca Classic on the DP World Tour (then the European Tour) for…
Troon®, the leader in providing golf and club-related leisure and hospitality services, has been appointed by Highgate, the new operator of Salgados in Portugal, to manage Salgados Golf Course in Albufeira, Algarve. Troon International will oversee golf operations, agronomy and marketing for the course set along Portugal’s Atlantic Ocean coastline. Salgados Golf Course is an 18-hole par-72 layout originally designed by Pedro Vasconcelos in 1994 and renovated by renowned landscape architect Álvaro Mano in 2012. Set against the stunning natural backdrop of the Algarve Coast and located near Salgados Beach and Salgados Lagoon Nature Reserve, golf holes are flanked by…
Officials at Dormie Network, a national network of private destination golf clubs, announced today that Brad Wilson has been named General Manager of Victoria National Golf Club in Newburgh, Indiana. After starting at Victoria National Golf Club as the head golf professional 18 months ago, Wilson was elevated to assistant general manager earlier this year before being named as general manager. Prior to joining the Victoria National Golf Club team, Wilson served in golf professional roles at a number of prestigious private golf clubs including Stone Eagle in Palm Desert, California, The Country Club of Indianapolis in Indiana, and most recently Sutton Bay…
The world’s number 1 range technology, Toptracer, and the UK Women’s Golf Community – founded by Jasmine, aka The Jazzy Golfer – joined forces for a groundbreaking driving range takeover that brought together more than 130 women and girls and introduced more than 50 newcomers to golf. Held on August 25th at GolfPlex, an ultramodern driving range equipped with world-leading Toptracer technology, members of the UK Women’s Golf Community (UK WGC) – representing diverse backgrounds and skill levels – travelled to Bracknell from across the country to enjoy an innovative and experiential golf experience. Aimed at both seasoned golfers and complete…
Check out this behind-the-scenes look at the incredible FPV speed drone flyover captured by JByrd and PGA TOUR Originals, as Viktor Hovland became the first Norwegian to win the FedExCup with his win at the 2023 TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, Georgia.
Yas Acres Golf and Country Club, managed by VIYA Golf, has been presented with the Agronomy Team of the Year award at the 59club Awards 2023 in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. Yas Acres Golf and Country Club’s agronomy team, overseeing the recently opened 9-hole facility, has been recognised for the consistency and quality of course conditions, outperforming 18-hole courses around the Middle East, including those affiliated with professional tours. This achievement highlights Yas Acres’ rapid rise since its 2021 launch as a 9-hole course. Julian Danby, Club Manager of Yas Acres Golf and Country Club, commented: “We’re…
The National Golf Centre at Woodhall Spa, England, (14 September 2023): England Golf, the governing body of amateur golf in England, is set to take its ‘Respect in Golf’ movement to TV screens this week during the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth, on 14-17 September 2023. To mark the most powerful movement ever undertaken by the organisation, a first foray into the world of TV promotion begins with a 30-second infomercial being broadcast on Sky Sports Golf, spotlighting people from diverse backgrounds sharing their love of the game, celebrating their differences, and sending a clear message that everyone is welcome on England’s fairways…
Golf Genius, the leading provider of cloud-based golf software solutions, is working with Vamoos, a pioneering Travel App, to provide golf tour operators with an enhanced digital offering for their travelling golfers. Combining Vamoos’ unique app features with Golf Genius’ Tournament Management software, this enhanced offer benefits golf tour operators and golfers alike through a more complete and digitally enhanced golf trip experience. Craig Higgs, Managing Director of Golf Genius International, commented: “We are continually striving to provide the best solutions that affords all types of golfers with the most premium experience possible. In that regard, our work with Vamoos made…
PING has today revealed the official 2023 Solheim Cup team uniforms to be worn by Team Europe at the upcoming event in September, which are also available to purchase exclusively online at www.pingeurope.com from today. Following on from 2021, the European Solheim Cup team will once again be dressed head-to-toe in performance PING apparel and fans now have an exclusive opportunity to purchase replica team kit, to show their support for the reigning tournament winners either at home or for those attending the event in Spain. The first day official uniform pays tribute to the host nation, with several products featuring a…