Most Active Articles 2009-11-25T19:37:13.101-05:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:business-of-golf Bruce Kostic bkostic868 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11527053185177699690-afafbc34253f06e681c3ae5327b655da 2009-11-01T09:59:06.925-05:00

The economic downturn has suddenly made a golf club membership seem more extravagance than necessity.

The economic downturn has suddenly made a golf club membership seem more extravagance than necessity. http://www.sobabyboomer.com/2009/11/country-clubs-in-crisis.html John Agno jagno444 37 36 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12392296999418310096-99050ad5a3a69e9f8da211e3ee0011c3 2009-11-05T16:30:18.395-05:00

Nov. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Ryan Moore is taking a new approach to golf sponsorships after playing last season on the U.S. PGA Tour without a club-endorsement contract: He is becoming part owner in Scratch Golf. The Chattanooga, Tennessee-based custom...

Nov. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Ryan Moore is taking a new approach to golf sponsorships after playing last season on the U.S. PGA Tour without a club-endorsement contract: He is becoming part owner in Scratch Golf. The Chattanooga, Tennessee-based custom... http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601079&sid=aRIxaicLk0ow Geoff Gloeckler ggloeckler235 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5758072439058942671-a761f66be49bf194f4c9930ca9853da8 2009-10-02T04:49:31.473-04:00

It's generally seen as a Western, capitalist pastime: a hobby for wealthy individualists. But now golf is the fastest-growing sport in the People's Republic. Clifford Coonan reports from a land of crouching caddies and hidden Tigers

It's generally seen as a Western, capitalist pastime: a hobby for wealthy individualists. But now golf is the fastest-growing sport in the People's Republic. Clifford Coonan reports from a land of crouching caddies and hidden Tigers http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/golf/all-the-tees-in-china-the-chinese-go-golf-crazy-1786768.html Bruce Einhorn beinhorn468 10 9 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16743471080769626337-f01c513c4e0f7f12dde0745bd11370aa 2009-07-21T22:47:31.236-04:00

An article describing a Mental Preparation Session I gave to our areas best up and coming golfers. In this article it explains how the golfers went from 5 to 10 birdies up to 42! I would like any advice I can get on marketing myself . I can be reached at lornepearson@live.com

An article describing a Mental Preparation Session I gave to our areas best up and coming golfers. In this article it explains how the golfers went from 5 to 10 birdies up to 42! I would like any advice I can get on marketing myself . I can be reached at lornepearson@live.com http://www.bcgolfnews.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1741&Itemid=2 Lorne Pearson lpearson351 14 13 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4065126690143928272-97196c99b11e703144c308f3cf792f13 2009-04-09T09:00:00.000-04:00

...look at the business behind ... Only 38.5% of American golf courses are public. Golf is a $60 billion industry, with 30

...look at the business behind ... Only 38.5% of American golf courses are public. Golf is a $60 billion industry, with 30 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/fastcompany/headlines/~3/CEWL58P16x4/1208941 33 33 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13830723621621723751-7b6d982d7e9cd90ccb63d496f6ad2c5d 2009-10-05T07:35:42.852-04:00

China's market for sport is growing rapidly but state controls are holding back potential Though China has liberalised and globalised many of its industries, sport has remained largely sheltered from commercialisation. But since Beijing was awarded...

China's market for sport is growing rapidly but state controls are holding back potential Though China has liberalised and globalised many of its industries, sport has remained largely sheltered from commercialisation. But since Beijing was awarded... http://www.golfbusinesswire.com/story/207176/ Bruce Einhorn beinhorn468 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16261521260924484905-dc2a89a572d1258fb55fa071b3179557 2009-10-05T07:28:57.419-04:00

The first WGC tournament, the HSBC Champions in China, speaks that golf is big in Asia and the world recognizes that and that's why it's coming to China. Golf is growing really fast in China, plus the course, with the atmosphere from the crowds that come out to watch the tournament is growing and is going to get bigger and bigger in years to come." Jeev Milkha Singh

The first WGC tournament, the HSBC Champions in China, speaks that golf is big in Asia and the world recognizes that and that's why it's coming to China. Golf is growing really fast in China, plus the course, with the atmosphere from the crowds that come out to watch the tournament is growing and is going to get bigger and bigger in years to come." Jeev Milkha Singh http://www.golf365.co.za/news_story/0,17923,9785_5560428,00.html Bruce Einhorn beinhorn468 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:18125675344715006803-44b563df44a71e539ab6f8effe0b0662 2009-10-05T07:21:54.303-04:00

China Daily: South Korea has produced PGA Championship winner Yang Yong-eun and Japan boasts rising star Ryo Ishikawa. Faced with the eye-catching achievements of these neighbors of China, the country's golf chief is determined to develop a local hero in a bid to give the sport a shot in the arm.

China Daily: South Korea has produced PGA Championship winner Yang Yong-eun and Japan boasts rising star Ryo Ishikawa. Faced with the eye-catching achievements of these neighbors of China, the country's golf chief is determined to develop a local hero in a bid to give the sport a shot in the arm. http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/sports/2009-09/30/content_8755150.htm Bruce Einhorn beinhorn468 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:7042549750098298196-748afa12072316a81b37dcfc578abcb4 2009-03-27T00:35:52.237-04:00

A recent Nightline story "Breakfast Wars" reported on how Dunkin Donuts is dominating this competition, growing 5% annually and opening at least 800 stores in 2008 while Starbucks is closing stores left and right. Dunkin’ is now the consumer's number one choice both for coffee sold over the counter and coffee beans packaged in those little foil bags. How is Dunkin whipping this formidable competitor and what can DD teach golf marketers?

A recent Nightline story "Breakfast Wars" reported on how Dunkin Donuts is dominating this competition, growing 5% annually and opening at least 800 stores in 2008 while Starbucks is closing stores left and right. Dunkin’ is now the consumer's number one choice both for coffee sold over the counter and coffee beans packaged in those little foil bags. How is Dunkin whipping this formidable competitor and what can DD teach golf marketers? http://www.macalicommblog.com/blog/2009/03/what-dunkin-donuts-can-teach-golf-marketers.html Miguel Wong mwong883 22 22 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:817156059516027041-a37efd425743608119e6d92deda9ed01 2008-11-24T18:17:53.493-05:00

Dimples on a golf ball create turbulence, or mixed airflow, which, if done right, reduces drag. Dan Peterson blogs about sports science at his site Sports Are 80 Percent Mental and at Scientific Blogging. When it comes to improving your golf game,...

Dimples on a golf ball create turbulence, or mixed airflow, which, if done right, reduces drag. Dan Peterson blogs about sports science at his site Sports Are 80 Percent Mental and at Scientific Blogging. When it comes to improving your golf game,... http://www.livescience.com/technology/081123-golf-ball-dimples.html Monica Gagnier mgagnier914 42 41 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16955709797622806559-45c78821078fcc8ba8b2a1c207c71c75 2009-02-02T23:10:00.000-05:00

astronauts lost communication with NASA on re-entry. Uihlein, whose company includes the Titleist and Cobra brands, thinks the golf industry is in the same state in the current economic climate. 'People won't be spending more until they feel confident in

astronauts lost communication with NASA on re-entry. Uihlein, whose company includes the Titleist and Cobra brands, thinks the golf industry is in the same state in the current economic climate. 'People won't be spending more until they feel confident in http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?r1801399765&f=9791 29 29 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9313484899286048991-81b33b23a8b515a6ba34f848f8547811 2009-02-25T10:06:08.133-05:00

Tiger Woods is returning to golf after an eight-month hiatus, and a gaggle of marketers is looking for a boost from the comeback of the endorsement king. Gatorade, which has had a formal relationship with Mr. Woods since 2007, is set to run a print ad in Sports Illustrated featuring a fan in the gallery holding up a homemade sign that reads: "Welcome Back Tiger."

Tiger Woods is returning to golf after an eight-month hiatus, and a gaggle of marketers is looking for a boost from the comeback of the endorsement king. Gatorade, which has had a formal relationship with Mr. Woods since 2007, is set to run a print ad in Sports Illustrated featuring a fan in the gallery holding up a homemade sign that reads: "Welcome Back Tiger." http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123552209870564841.html Michael Arndt marndt561 18 18 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12964159767881419163-6ff6799123544b8fb87f6089b51b4b61 2008-11-23T13:54:10.460-05:00

http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601079&sid=aaIqzNSSybB0&refer=home Monica Gagnier mgagnier914 29 29 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10762368777855356093-c23e511833f920c58709676772afa36a 2009-02-24T09:40:13.475-05:00

When Taylor Made Golf's R9 hits retailers in March, it will be the 45th new metal driver the company has produced since 2003. Thanks to that torrent of product introductions, the Adidas subsidiary has more than doubled its annual revenue, to $1.

When Taylor Made Golf's R9 hits retailers in March, it will be the 45th new metal driver the company has produced since 2003. Thanks to that torrent of product introductions, the Adidas subsidiary has more than doubled its annual revenue, to $1. http://www.businessweek.com/innovate/content/feb2009/id20090223_812672.htm?chan=top+news_top+news+index+-+temp_innovation+%2Bamp%3B+design Michael Arndt marndt561 16 16 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13276501331731978545-647df00e2bccdff62b3646b534337b26 2009-07-20T10:37:36.479-04:00

Almost 60 years-old boomer Tom Watson just needed to make an eight foot putt to win the British Open and become the oldest winner of one of golf's majors.

Almost 60 years-old boomer Tom Watson just needed to make an eight foot putt to win the British Open and become the oldest winner of one of golf's majors. http://www.sobabyboomer.com/2009/07/boomer-overthinks-putt.html John Agno jagno444 3 2 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1606486435687200179-14d3ce66e7700f8a85bcf37a2a021980 2008-11-23T14:30:27.813-05:00

CARLSBAD, California (AP) — Callaway Golf said it has won a court order permanently halting sales of Acushnet Co.'s Titleist Pro V1 golf balls, which Callaway argued infringed on patents that it holds. Acushnet said it will appeal the ruling, and...

CARLSBAD, California (AP) — Callaway Golf said it has won a court order permanently halting sales of Acushnet Co.'s Titleist Pro V1 golf balls, which Callaway argued infringed on patents that it holds. Acushnet said it will appeal the ruling, and... http://www.usatoday.com/sports/golf/2008-11-11-calloway-patent_N.htm Monica Gagnier mgagnier914 25 25 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:7377253096290185365-fcfb0aaa71b257bfbe5eb57e0d8ab980 2008-11-24T15:33:11.407-05:00

General Motors Corp. said Monday it is ending its nine-year endorsement deal with golf superstar Tiger Woods as the automaker continues to cut expenses and hoard cash while trying to survive the worst sales downturn in a quarter-century.

General Motors Corp. said Monday it is ending its nine-year endorsement deal with golf superstar Tiger Woods as the automaker continues to cut expenses and hoard cash while trying to survive the worst sales downturn in a quarter-century. http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D94LFE980.htm?chan=top+news_top+news+index+-+temp_news+%2B+analysis Monica Gagnier mgagnier914 24 23 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8817927844098372140-00526048ae8a1473b608b8cb2a81cc92 2009-02-24T14:33:46.239-05:00

Building and maintaining solid business relationships is the key to success, but how can you legitimately escape the tense office environment and spend dedicated time getting to know a customer, client or boss on a personal level?

Building and maintaining solid business relationships is the key to success, but how can you legitimately escape the tense office environment and spend dedicated time getting to know a customer, client or boss on a personal level? http://www.sideroad.com/Business_Etiquette/business-golf-etiquette.html Bruce Kostic bkostic868 15 15 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12930267768392159283-31a46a1130fc16120235dec17031b967 2008-11-23T20:40:32.331-05:00

RALEIGH, N.C., Oct 29, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Global Value Commerce, a leader in preowned golf equipment sales and technology solutions, and TaylorMade-adidas Golf Company (TMaG), the recognized leader in the development of high-performance golf...

RALEIGH, N.C., Oct 29, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Global Value Commerce, a leader in preowned golf equipment sales and technology solutions, and TaylorMade-adidas Golf Company (TMaG), the recognized leader in the development of high-performance golf... http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/TaylorMade-adidas-Golf-Company-Global/story.aspx?guid={33E326EC-9072-40E9-B6DD-6EA160A06B27} Monica Gagnier mgagnier914 22 21 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15736244165741305279-72821302d006c0236023f5c0b83bc45b 2009-08-19T07:56:30.704-04:00

Even if Trevor Schultz weren't the inventor of the Swing Heeler, he'd likely be a fan. And he certainly would've tried the product that looks like a sci-fi cross between a spatula and a bee...

Even if Trevor Schultz weren't the inventor of the Swing Heeler, he'd likely be a fan. And he certainly would've tried the product that looks like a sci-fi cross between a spatula and a bee... http://www.pe.com/sports/golf/stories/PE_Sports_Local_S_swing_heeler_17.49779b7.html Dane Carlson dcarlson281 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8910877248235859647-16dd5d3938983140eea4cdacda414992 2008-11-24T18:26:21.509-05:00

Kansas City Water Services has filed a lien on the Staley Farms Golf Course, stating the course owners owe the city $1.6 million for city water, sewer and other fees. In September, water services officials said they removed an unauthorized...

Kansas City Water Services has filed a lien on the Staley Farms Golf Course, stating the course owners owe the city $1.6 million for city water, sewer and other fees. In September, water services officials said they removed an unauthorized... http://www.kansascity.com/679/story/906824.html Monica Gagnier mgagnier914 20 19 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17475622025121865347-8b17f9077fb1d90f53d432cdaab422e4 2008-11-23T14:03:00.364-05:00

http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/sports/articles/2008/11/12/20081112spt-golfeconomy.html Monica Gagnier mgagnier914 21 21 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14583702555521823658-1db8ecaf70e6a8fd4e98678db66f1d24 2009-03-13T16:51:45.544-04:00

Ok, I'm as excited as anyone to see the world's greatest golfer return this week. But my concern is that we in the golf business continue to milk this Tiger asset rather than building it to further develop the game and business of golf. All aspects of the game, from TV ratings to tournament attendance boom when Tiger plays. And driving ranges can swell with players, and rounds increase a bit. But we know that the Tiger effect might not last beyond the next 10 years, unless he stays motivated, doesn't break Jack Nicklaus' records soon or decides to spend more time with his...

Ok, I'm as excited as anyone to see the world's greatest golfer return this week. But my concern is that we in the golf business continue to milk this Tiger asset rather than building it to further develop the game and business of golf. All aspects of the game, from TV ratings to tournament attendance boom when Tiger plays. And driving ranges can swell with players, and rounds increase a bit. But we know that the Tiger effect might not last beyond the next 10 years, unless he stays motivated, doesn't break Jack Nicklaus' records soon or decides to spend more time with his... http://www.macalicommblog.com/blog/2009/02/all-hail-but-stop-milking-tiger-start-building-golf-1.html Miguel Wong mwong883 9 9 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10116963465053538731-9e1b991f1a2759e14e9098103d0b171c 2008-11-23T14:17:57.931-05:00

Citing a slump in the number of visitors to the Peninsula, the Pebble Beach Co. has laid off 29 employees. Occupancy rates have been slipping since mid-September, and while November through late January are typically slow for tourism, the current...

Citing a slump in the number of visitors to the Peninsula, the Pebble Beach Co. has laid off 29 employees. Occupancy rates have been slipping since mid-September, and while November through late January are typically slow for tourism, the current... http://www.montereyherald.com/local/ci_11012187 Monica Gagnier mgagnier914 16 15 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2431211103451501628-d59b4fc58bacf81e80951c13bfd142cb 2009-08-10T21:39:23.632-04:00

PivotPro announces the launch of a brand new product - the PivotPro - scheduled to make its debut at the Las Vegas PGA Fall Expo on September 1, 2009. While some golfers may not know it, the pivot is...

PivotPro announces the launch of a brand new product - the PivotPro - scheduled to make its debut at the Las Vegas PGA Fall Expo on September 1, 2009. While some golfers may not know it, the pivot is... http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2009-08-0805-001.shtml Christopher Simmons csimmons281 0 0 0 0