Happy Memorial Day

 

At this time of rememberance we should reflect on the freedoms we share as Americans. Those freedoms are the result of the men and women of the US Armed Forces both past and present. On this day be sure to let those who have served, are serving or families of those who have paid the highest price for our country know how thankful we are for what they do for us.

Thank you from all of us at IGM.

Have a Safe and Happy Memorial Day

IGM Team Turns Out to Support Fore Life Event

LT to RT Melanie Mark, Tommy Joe Coffee,

Paula Pearson-Tucker & Francis Reeves

Regional Manager Melanie Mark and Golf Course Superintendent Tommy Joe Coffee were among those who turned out on April 25th at Inverrary Country Club in Lauderhill, Florida to support Fore Life. The event is in its 6th year and this year’s event had a fun, throwback theme. Each group was paired with a celebrity teammate with such notables as Lawrence Taylor and Carl Morris in attendance.

Melanie Mark was thrilled to come out to support the cause, “Paula Pearson-Tucker is the driving force behind Fore Life and we are proud to be a part of her efforts.” 

Fore Life, Inc. is a not for profit organization that uses the game of golf and its character building skills to empower vulnerable youth to help them survive and succeed. For more information and to find out how you can help, visit http://forelifeinc.org/.

IGM Supports Wounded Warrior Project

The IGM Team is proud to renew its commitment to the Wounded Warrior Project. Each year along with many others, IGM provides its support to the Lake of the Woods Men's Golf Association fundraiser. This year's event is scheduled for June 14, 2014 at 8:30AM at Lake of the Woods Golf Course in Locust Grove, VA.

 

The Wounded Warrior Project is a veterans service organization that offers a variety of programs, service and events for wounded veterans. For more information and to find out how you can support this organization, visit http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/. For more information on the Lake of the Woods fundraising efforts,  please call the LOW Proshop at 540-972-2230.

Golf Revenue Down? Not at IGM Courses.

Ninth Hole on Championship Course at ViewPoint

While many in the golf industry are experiencing poor revenue from reduced play and lower price points, a number of IGM maintained golf courses are experiencing the opposite trend. One example can be found in the particularly poorly preforming golf market in the Southwest. ViewPoint Golf Resort in Mesa, Arizona has seen continued revenue growth in 2013/2014 and course conditions are a big part of why the course is outperforming historical numbers and also its competition.

 

IGM Regional Manager Tyler Minamyer is quick to give credit where it is due, "Chris Parsons and the rest of our team have worked really hard to produce great playing conditions and also in support of the golf operations team headed by Frank Samprone. Working together helps ensure an all around great golf experience for all of ViewPoint's customers. Increased revenue is confirmation we're on the right track."

Golf Course Maintenance Tip from the Pros

Springtime is just around the corner.  At all IGM courses, we take pride in providing quality turf with as few weeds as possible.  As part of our practices, we apply both pre-emergent herbicides and post-emergent herbicides. Timing is an important part of both programs.

Depending on the location, springtime often marks the time when pre-emergent herbicides are applied.  These products prevent weeds from emerging and detracting from a uniform stand of turf.   With any of the products, a small amount of breakthrough can occur once the growing season is in full swing.  At this point, use various post-emergent herbicides to treat those pesky weeds. 

The correct use of pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicides helps prevent your course or your lawn from becoming infested with unsightly and difficult to control weeds.

Great Start to Operations at Rio Secco & Cascata

The IGM team assembled this week to start operations and assume the golf course maintenance responsibility for two premier golf resorts in Las Vegas, Nevada. "Rio Secco and Cascata Golf Clubs are both really special properties and we are excited to be a part of these facilities." commented Steve Gano, IGM VP of Operations. "We have a lot of work to do to help them reach their full potential but we are off to a great start."

 

Welcome to Jon Dodds! He is leading our local team as Director of Maintenance with responsibility over both courses.

 

Polo Trace Partners With IGM

In less than 5 months, International Golf Maintenance (IGM) has helped restore Polo Trace Golf Course as one of the premier daily fee courses in South Florida.  The management at Polo Trace was very optimistic about the improvements IGM proposed when the partnership started in October of 2013, but everyone is genuinely surprised by how quickly the course has responded to the new programs.

 

"Choosing IGM proved to be a smart move," explained John Bianco, General Manager at the Delray Beach, FL facility.  "We had a few other companies interested, but IGM's depth of industry knowledge and track record spoke volumes. We have already seen an improvement in our turf grass quality and their business acumen is having a positive effect on the bottom line as well."

 

"Polo Trace is one of the premier daily fee golf courses in Southeast Florida. We know the members & guests at Polo Trace have high expectations and we look forward to continuing the improvement of the playing conditions at the course", said Greg Plotner, Executive Vice President for IGM. "We are pleased and honored to have been selected by Polo Trace Golf Club and look forward to a long relationship."

 

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL GOLF MAINTENANCE 

Now entering its 20th year of operations, IGM prides itself on providing industry leading maintenance services to golf courses from California to Massachusetts.  Working on a fixed-fee basis, IGM can guarantee delivery of a quality golf product within a specified budget. By providing every property with a menu of course condition options, the operator is able to choose those services that best suit their competitive and budgetary needs. For more information, go to www.igminc.com

 

ABOUT POLO TRACE GOLF CLUB 

Polo Trace Golf Club is one of South Florida's premier golf courses. This links-style course plays over 7,000 yards, featuring new Champion Turf greens and lush rolling fairways providing Polo Trace customers with the ultimate golfing experience.

 

Located in beautiful Delray Beach, Florida, Polo Trace Golf Club is just minutes from historic downtown Delray Beach. Palm Beach International Airport is only fifteen minutes away providing easy access for out of town guests.

IGM & Lauderhill GC Team Up for Success

When the city of Lauderhill, FL wanted to make improvements to its municipally owned golf course, they turned to the experts at IGM for help.

 

”We have a great short course, perfect for seniors and juniors looking to have fun or work on their game,” explained Scott Newton, Assistant Director for the City Parks Department. “We needed  some help to ensure our residents and area golfers would feel like they were getting a good value at Lauderhill. The changes in the conditions since IGM came in have been amazing. Our rounds are up and we are hearing lots of positive feedback from our guests.”

Greg Plotner, Executive Vice President for IGM is excited about the partnership, “Lauderhill’s golf course is an example of how a golf facility can be successful without chasing the 7,000 yard championship mentality. We know the key for our success at the course is to make sure the players have a great time in a relaxed atmosphere. We got in here and went right to work and it has been a smooth transformation. We are proud to be a part of the community and we look forward to a long relationship with the City of Lauderhill.”

“We are really happy with the progress thus far,” said Newton. “More people need to come out and see this place. It is a hidden jewel.”

 

 

End of the Day

Even in the dead of winter when its freezing cold outside, its important to take a moment to enjoy your surroundings and reflect on a hard day at work. IGM's Mike Fontaine captured this photo of Simba admiring a gorgeous sunset at The Ledges Golf Club in South Hadley, Massachusetts.