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NGF's President & CEO takes stock of record participation, healthy course economics, and a new era for the Foundation, from the first fairway of the 126th U.S. Open.
Greg Nathan at Shinnecock: More People Playing Golf in More Ways Than Ever in American History
Greg Nathan joined Golfdom's Seth Jones at Shinnecock Hills during the 126th U.S. Open, making the case that more people are playing golf in more ways than ever in American history, and that the industry's financial health is creating a virtuous cycle for the entire golf economy.
Greg Nathan at Shinnecock: More People Playing Golf in More Ways Than Ever in American History
U.S. States: Where is Public Golf Most Premium?
Amid recent increases in participation and play, it isn’t uncommon to hear some golfers lamenting greater limitations on tee time availability. So when it comes to public golf access, where is demand at the highest levels?
U.S. States: Where is Public Golf Most Premium?
Need to Know Numbers About Golf Course Closures
Member-Only Look at Ongoing Supply Correction
Need to Know Numbers About Golf Course Closures
During the past two years of the coronavirus pandemic, the U.S. golf course market has experienced noteworthy changes. In 2021, course closure numbers reached a level not seen in over a decade.
Need to Know Numbers About Golf Course Closures

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