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Greens

Will all our greens always be in the speed range of 9.0-10.5 in Summer?
3 Mar 2020

Will all our greens always be in the speed range of 9.0-10.5 in Summer?

by AGC Greens | | 0

No, this is just a ‘TARGET’ range that we try to achieve. If we were to measure the speed of each green after cutting or rolling and attempt corrections we would need double the budget. Our staff understand the differences … Continued

What is ‘Drill and Fill’? and why do we do it?
12 Nov 2019

What is ‘Drill and Fill’? and why do we do it?

by AGC Greens | | 0

‘Drill and Fill’ is a process similar to core aeration where soil and thatch are removed from the green to help relieve subsoil compaction and improve drainage and air exchange. With ‘Drill and Fill’ large diameter holes are drilled into … Continued

How often do the pin positions get changed on the greens?
21 Nov 2017

How often do the pin positions get changed on the greens?

by AGC Greens | | 0

The pin positions are regularly changed on a Tuesday and on a Friday throughout the year. They are also changed for some competitions during the week and over the weekends. Generally, the pins are moved twice a week during the … Continued

Are the practice putting greens the same speed as the greens on the course?
16 Aug 2017

Are the practice putting greens the same speed as the greens on the course?

by AGC Greens | | 0

The practice putting green to the side of the 18th green, by the clubhouse, and the putting green on the right hand side when approaching the first tee are, on average, the same speed as the greens on the course. … Continued

What factors influence the speed of our greens?
16 Aug 2017

What factors influence the speed of our greens?

by AGC Greens | | 0

There are a large number of factors which can affect the speed of the greens. Every day the weather conditions change a little in temperature and moisture content, this has an effect on the how the grass is able to … Continued

Why do we always do greens maintenance just when the greens are playing perfectly?
16 Aug 2017

Why do we always do greens maintenance just when the greens are playing perfectly?

by AGC Greens | | 0

To get the best results from greens maintenance it needs to be done when the grass is actively growing, which is during the summer months. The recovery time is much shorter at this time of year and the type of … Continued

Why are the greens on the Par 3 Academy course not as good as the greens on the main course?
16 Aug 2017

Why are the greens on the Par 3 Academy course not as good as the greens on the main course?

by AGC Greens | | 0

The greens on the Academy course differ from the greens on the main course because they have been constructed in a different way and use a different type of grass, rye grass, from the main greens. Rye grass has been … Continued

Who decides what the speed of the greens should be?
16 Aug 2017

Who decides what the speed of the greens should be?

by AGC Greens | | 0

Our summer “target” green speed goes back to September 2015. It is included in our Course Policy Document which is reviewed and approved each year by ManCom. The current version is available on the Greens Page of the AGC website. … Continued

Is the target speed of the greens varied for days when there is a competition compared to days when there isn’t?
16 Aug 2017

Is the target speed of the greens varied for days when there is a competition compared to days when there isn’t?

by AGC Greens | | 0

No, there is no variation to the target speed between competition and non-competition days. For more information about the target speed of greens, please refer to the FAQ in this section titled ‘What is the target speed for our greens … Continued

What is the target speed for our greens throughout the year and does it vary depending on the time of year?
16 Aug 2017

What is the target speed for our greens throughout the year and does it vary depending on the time of year?

by AGC Greens | | 0

During the summer months the target speed is between 9.0 and 10.5 on the Stimpmeter. During the winter there is no set target as the grass is not cut as short as in the summer. The grass needs to be … Continued

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