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NGF's annual golf industry report is now available for member download.
Topics: Economy, Facilities, General Interest, Golf Courses, Golf Facilities
Topics: Engagement, Golfers, Off-course Participation, Participation, Research
Topics: Engagement, Golfers, Off-course Participation, Participation, Research
Assessing the state of the golf industry in 2023 reveals increases in participation and play, a healthier balance between the number of golfers and courses, and an evolution of a traditional game that’s positively affecting golf demand. Read more...
Topics: Engagement, General Interest, Golf Courses, Golfers, Graffis Report
While November, on a national level, is a low-volume month with rounds largely dependent on golf-friendly weather and seasonality in many parts of the country, it saw the second-biggest YOY jump of any month in 2023.
Topics: Facilities, Facility Operations, General Interest, Golf Courses, Golf Facilities
As 2023 draws to a close, it’s a fitting time to look back, look ahead, and examine the appetite for green-grass golf.
Topics: Engagement, Facilities, General Interest, Golf Courses, Golfers
Examining Rounds Sustainability
Interest, intent, pandemic play trends, and price increases
Here’s what the latest Core golfer surveys reveal about “itch” and intent to play, trends in post-pandemic rounds growth, and potential obstacles to future play – including full tee sheets and rising green fees.
Topics: Engagement, General Interest, Golf Courses, Golf Facilities, Golfers
Follow the Money
Despite the volatility surrounding the state of the American consumer these days, a strong holiday buying season is anticipated. And a notable percentage of Core golfers are planning to spend as much or more on holiday gifts this year -- a total almost 50% higher than the typical American shopper.
Topics: Apparel, Consumer Spending, Economy, Equipment, General Interest
Team Golf
About 90% of Core golfers tell us they’ve played “team golf” at some point. But with the Solheim Cup and Ryder Cup being played back-to-back and highlighting the game's unique camaraderie, should golf have more team play opportunities?
Topics: Engagement, General Interest, Golfers, Team Golf
From participation to watching as fans, what are Core golfers saying about the team component?
The majority of golfers say they’ve played in at least one team event within the past 12 months -- not surprisingly most likely a scramble. And an even higher proportion say they're interested in playing in a team event within the next year.
Topics: Engagement, General Interest, Golfers, Research, Team Golf
What Is Social Media's Impact on Golf Perception?
NGF member insider: click to access report on Perceptions of Golf
It’s estimated that approximately 50 million Americans are engaged with golf today on social media, at varying levels. About 80% of them are non-golfers who have very different perceptions of golf than those who don't engage with the game at all.
Topics: Engagement, General Interest, Golfers, Image Of The Game, Research
