September, 2007

September, 2007
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Editor’s Memo

  • The New “Title Wave”

    Publisher's Note

  • Why Tiger Woods is Tiger Woods (and no one else is)
    When we run up against disappointing performance and let it go, aren’t we really settling for last place?

    Club Features

  • How Oakmont Ensured U.S. Open Success
    The principles applied on the grandest scale, and to near-perfection, by the Pittsburgh-area club’s staff provide a primer for sound management that should be studied before any event—no matter how “minor” it may seem.

    Food & Beverage

  • Divide & Conquer
    Experts agree that taking control of the kitchen now means splitting banquet and a la carte service—even if they’re in the same kitchen.
  • Filling in the Blanc
    A thorough knowledge of wines and appropriate food pairings goes a long way toward getting members and guests to pull the cork.
  • Junk Food & Wine Pairings
  • Interlachen Country Club Wine Pairings
    Far Niente Wine Dinner Menu from Interlachen Country Club, Edina, MN
  • Tasting Menu, The Ocean Room, The Sanctuary, S.C.

    Chef to Chef

  • The Wealth of Experience
    Tom Pepka, Executive Chef at Oakmont CC, shares expert insights on hosting a U.S. Open Championship

    Course & Grounds

  • Band of Brokers
    More than ever, superintendents are relying on strong relationships with suppliers to ensure optimal on-course performance and profitability.
  • Strength in Numbers

    Recreation & Fitness

  • Making It Work
    The finishing touches to a top-notch fitness operation come down to quality staffing and thoughtful programming.
  • Club Fitness Group Takes Shape

    Today's Manager

  • Boards of Help
    Three veteran GMs compare Boards that give you room to operate to those that just keep calling you into the room.

    Technology

  • Virtual Makeover
    Energizing your Web site with the latest functionality takes vision and the right allocation of resources.
  • Coming to Terms
    Web technology changes so quickly, it’s difficult to keep up with features and definitions. Here are some of the terms you need to know.

    Membership/Marketing

  • In Due Time
    Clubs struggle with how to best infuse badly needed new blood, without draining the life and spirit out of valued current members.
  • Culture Club
    Club consultants weigh in on the benefits of limiting or expanding

    Recipe Exchange

  • Adam & Eve Martini
    Submitted by The Wild Hibiscus Flower Company

    Products at Work

  • Furnishing Solutions
    TPC Sawgrass’ demands for course amenities were both straightforward and subtle—but it found one vendor who could deliver on all accounts.

    Product Showcase

  • TriWaveTM 60-Inch Overseeder
  • Eclipse™ 122 F
  • EAGLETM 705/755 Wind-Tolerant Rotor
  • The Segway x2 Golf Personal Transporter
  • ProCore® Processor
  • 2500E Hybrid Riding Greens Mower
  • PP-180 ProPass Top Dresser
  • G2 Climate Control System
  • Wall Mountable & Removable Mouthwash Cup Dispenser
  • Power Shoe Shine Machine
  • Digital Sign and Accessories
  • Super Sprayer
  • Indoor Modular System
  • Canoe Bowl
  • 48” Round Dining Tables and Warwick Stacking Arm Chairs
  • Symphony Dining Collection
  • Ready-To-Go Fillo Dough
  • PlateScapers® Dessert Toppings
  • Pioneer® Frozen Biscuit Dough
  • Wild Hibiscus Flowers in Syrup
  • 35’ Clear Span Structure
  • Easyflex Tent System
  • HF Xpress Multi-Gym

    Last Resort

  • Picture Perfect

    Special Report

  • Green with Envy
    Behind the scenes of “High School Musical 2” with Rob Demore, GM, Entrada at Snow Canyon Country Club, St. George, Utah