Palmetto Golf Course Superintendent's Association

04/17/2026

Still time to donate rounds!

🎉 ONE MILLION DOLLARS raised for turfgrass research.

The Carolinas GCSA has officially broken through the $1 million mark in support of turfgrass research through the Rounds 4 Research online auction.

What started right here in the Carolinas during the Great Recession has grown into a national movement — now raising nearly $5 million across the country.

Recent pledges of $100,000 each to Clemson and NC State will help create endowed, golf-specific research faculty positions at both universities.

"Instead of complaining, we committed to be part of the solution." – Tim Kreger, Carolinas GCSA Executive Director

🔔 The auction opens THIS MONDAY, April 20, and runs through April 26 — but there's still time to get involved BEFORE it starts! If your facility hasn't donated a tee time yet, reach out now so your contribution is included in this year's auction.
Every tee time counts. Let's keep this momentum going

04/14/2026

A full day on the books spending the morning at the Clemson P*e Dee Research center in Florence with a huge turnout to see all of the research plots. Then off to Wellman Club in Johnsonville for 18 holes with around 76 participants!!! A big THANK YOU to all of our sponsors and participants!

04/06/2026

Congratulations Paul Jett! Very well deserved 👏 🫶

🎉 Big congratulations to Paul Jett for being named the 2026 Distinguished Service Award winner!

This prestigious honor recognizes Paul’s exceptional dedication and service to the Carolinas Golf Course Superintendents Association and our industry.

Pictured left to right: Todd Lawrence, Jeremy Boone, Tim Kreger, Paul Jett, Brian Green, Doug Lowe.

03/17/2026

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Palmetto Golf Course Superintendents Association! 🍀
Today we celebrate a little luck, a lot of green, and the hardworking superintendents who keep our courses in top shape year-round. From sunrise setups to sunset finishes, your dedication is what keeps the game rolling smoothly.
May your turf be lush, your greens roll true, and your day be filled with good fortune. 🍻⛳

03/12/2026

Thank you in advance to everyone donating this year! Let's have another great year of donations.

It's that time of year again!

Get your donations in and let's have antheer great year and R4R!

https://www.gcsaa.org/what-we-do/foundation/rounds-4-research/r4r-online-donation-form

02/13/2026

❄️ Winter Storms, National Awards, and Looking Ahead to Clemson

The February edition of the Carolinas GCSA eNews is out! From navigating record-breaking snow and ice across the Carolinas to celebrating our own on the national stage, there is plenty to catch up on:

Weathering the Storm: How superintendents from Blowing Rock to New Bern handled back-to-back winter events.

A Legend Honored: Dr. Bert McCarty receives a major national honor at the GCSAA Conference in Orlando.

Legacy of Mentorship: Celebrating the posthumous recognition of Dr. Bruce Martin and an update on his memorial fund.

GCSAA Recap: Highlights from Carolinas Night at the National and our strong showing in the Turf Bowl.

Upcoming Events: Registration opens TODAY for the USGA Southeast Regional Conference at Clemson!

02/06/2026

Congratulations to all of the teams! A lot of work goes into preparation for this event and John Deere has really stepped up the prize money.

Congratulations to all Turf Bowl participants! The 32nd annual Turf Bowl, presented in partnership with John Deere, brought together:

79 teams
33 schools
288 total students

The top 10 teams earned a combined $78,000 thanks to John Deere’s increased gift:

1st place:
$15,000
Team 3, Penn State — Wilson D. Kreitz, Joseph E. Lofland, Carter Marshall, Jacob W. Straw and advisor Ben McGraw, Ph.D.

2nd place:
$12,000
Team 13, Iowa State University — Logan McDonough, Quinn Leland, Cooper Hastings, Matthew Hanten and advisor Adam Thoms, Ph.D.

3rd place:
$10,000
Team 50, Purdue University — Otto Hoehl, Gavin Kenning, Abe Tebbe, William Mahan and advisor Cale Bigelow, Ph.D.

4th place:
$8,000
Team 54, University of Maryland — Sam Burke, Owen Scott, Carson Thomas, Eli Johnson and advisor Geoff Rinehart

5th place:
$7,000
Team 60, Texas A&M — Teagan Lurwick, Collin Chase, Jackson Dillard, Kaz McBride and Benjamin Wherley, Ph.D.

6th place:
$6,000
Team 18, University of Massachusetts — Nathan Doherty, David Newsome, Jett Giza, Andrew Barrett and advisor Marvin Seaman

7th place team:
$5,000
Team 4, Penn State University — Jaime Canal Campos, Michael A. Chaloupka, Ernesto Martinez, Timothy J. McGrane and advisor Ben McGraw, Ph.D.

8th place:
$5,000
Team 29, University of Guelph
Kyle Trumper, Nolan Guertin, Mackenzie Scott, Dylan Christensen and advisor Cameron Shaw

9th place:
$5,000
Team 23, California Polytechnic State University — Magdaleno Basilio, Joel Torres, Jaxx Curiel and advisor Sean McLaughlin

10th place:
$5,000 prize
Team 5, Penn State University — Christina Bender, Tyler Bechtel, George Jacob Blewitt, Augustus F. Holt and advisor Ben McGraw, Ph.D.

Full results: https://gcsaaconference.com/events/turf-bowl

02/05/2026

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02/02/2026

❄️ Snow Storm Prep & The Aftermath ❄️
Snow in the Carolinas always keeps us on our toes. From winterizing irrigation and equipment, staging covers and tarps, protecting sensitive turf, to coordinating crews around travel and safety — preparation makes all the difference.
Now comes the aftermath: assessing turf damage, managing saturated soils, watching for crown hydration injury, and figuring out what Mother Nature gave us (or took away). Patience, timing, and smart decisions are key this time of year.
Curious to hear from the group: • What prep steps paid off the most for you?
• Any surprises after the snow melted?
• What recovery practices are you focusing on right now?
Stay safe, stay warm, and keep leaning on each other — that’s what this association is all about. 💪🌱