Peter Crouch, greens maintenance, autonomous mowing, The Belfry, St Andrews
Greenkeeping is the backbone of every golf course, shaping the fairways, greens and hazards that make your round enjoyable. But while golfers admire the beauty and challenge of a course, few realise the dedication and expertise that go into maintaining it.
Greenkeeping professionals work hard to ensure the turf is healthy, the greens are fast and the bunkers are in top notch. Their work requires a deep understanding of agronomy, weather and course design.
Alongside the Your Course magazine that you can find in your clubhouse, this page will give you a glimpse into the hard work that takes place behind the scenes at your golf club, highlighting the essential role of greenkeepers in the game of golf.
Greenkeeper insights
This page shares firsthand insights from greenkeepers, offering their expertise on course conditions, maintenance challenges and common topics of conversation among golfers.
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Seasonal course management
Golf courses are living landscapes that evolved with the seasons, requiring year-round care to stay in top condition. From the lush growth of spring to the challenges of winter frost, every season brings unique tasks for greenkeepers.
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Greens and turf management
Maintaining golf greens and sports turf is an intricate blend of science, skill and dedication. Behind every smooth putt and pristine fairway lies the hard work of expert greenkeepers who battle the elements, manage turf health and perfect playing conditions.
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Equipment and technology
This page explores the innovative technologies shaping the future of greenkeeping, sharing stories of how professionals are leveraging automation, data insights and precision techniques to maintain world class playing conditions.
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Environmental and safety concerns
Climate change is reshaping the way golf courses are maintained, presenting new challenges for greenkeepers. Rising temperatures, unpredictable weather patterns and extreme conditions like droughts and flooding are affecting turf health and playability.
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Bunker maintenance and management
This page shares stories of the dedication behind bunker maintenance, offering insights into the techniques, technology and problem-solving that keeps these hazards in top condition.
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Communication and etiquette
This page highlights stories of successful teamwork, showcasing how clear communication, mutual respect and shared understanding enhance course conditions and club operations.
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Greenkeepers' glossary
This page serves as a guide to key maintenance terminology, helping golfers gain insight into the science and techniques behind course care.
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Celebrity stories
Read previous editions of Your Course by tapping the links below
This page is a work in progress and we'll continue populating it as we tackle the various topics relating to golf course maintenance. If you have ideas of topics you would like us to discuss, please get in touch.
A major part of BIGGA’s mission is to help inform golfers about the work that goes into the preparation of their course.
By educating golfers and those interested in the golf industry, we hope to gain a greater appreciation for the hard work of greenkeeping teams and the challenges they face.
Your Course is a twice-yearly magazine intended to be read by golfers and features a number of in-depth features and discussion pieces that explain various aspects of golf course management, and what it takes to be a successful greenkeeper.
Copies of the magazine have been distributed to every golf club in the country thanks to support from our media partners at Sports Publications, which produces National Club Golfer.
Click on the cover image below to download a digital version of the magazine from the Resources Library or on the individual features.
