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NGCOA Champions Circle

This initiative raises financial support to provide resources to fight the growing litigation against courses and our industry.

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Smart Buy Marketplace

Take advantage of discounts, rebates and exclusive deals through NGCOA’s official purchasing program.

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Attend NGCOA, affiliate and industry events for business-critical education and networking.

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Advocacy

NGCOA supports and advances your business through resources and representation on Capitol Hill.

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Real Estate

Education, resources and more related to buying and selling golf courses.

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Hospitality

Virtual training programs and best practices to reduce high-turnover and improve mid-level management productivity.

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Research

Access the NEW 2024 Golf Industry Compensation & Benefits Report and other industry trends (benefits of membership!) 

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Reviews, research and analysis on current and future golf technology.

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Growth

Initiatives and activities to attract new and returning customers... and increase your bottom line.

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    Garmin Approach course update

    By: David Hill , 8 months ago
    Posted in: Accelerate General Community

    We are renovating our course, and have changed some hole layouts and added forward tees. The course had been abandoned for one season. It still shows ...

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    RE: Yamaha undercarriage

    By: Jeff Yackley , 3 hours ago
    Posted in: Accelerate General Community

    Yep, Only happens after a heavy rain. Never had an issue regardless until this year. I'd be a little afraid to keep the engine compartment exposed ...

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    RE: Yamaha undercarriage

    By: Brooks West , 9 hours ago
    Posted in: Accelerate General Community

    Hey Jeff, As Rock said, this is a known issue with the QuieTech with no good solution in the short term. A couple thoughts: 1) I don't know your ...

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    RE: Yamaha undercarriage

    By: Randy Ballinger , 9 hours ago
    Posted in: Accelerate General Community

    Yes, but only one so far. It was on our 2 year old QT. So far that is the only one. They are not secured very well, I will keep in mind using tie wraps ...

Announcements

  • Just Released: Independent Contractors in the Golf Industry — Navigating the Department of Labor’s R

    By: Renée Flowers Renée Flowers , one month ago
    NGCOA is pleased to offer its members its latest white paper, Independent Contractors in the Golf Industry — Navigating the Department of Labor’s Rule for 2024 and Beyond. This publication explores how the new rule affects golf course businesses and the ... More

  • NGCOA Welcomes 2024-2026 Board Officers and Directors!

    By: Renée Flowers Renée Flowers , 3 months ago
    Board Officers Cathy Harbin, PGA/LPGA, President Pine Ridge Golf Course, Paris, TX Whitey O'Malley, Vice President Saddleback Golf Club, Firestone, CO Jeff Hoag, Treasurer Scott Lake Country Club, Comstock Park, MI Gaylord Schaap, Secretary Northwood ... More