{"product_id":"wiley-tournament-management-a-superintendents-guide-to-preparing-a-golf-course-for-competition","title":"Wiley - Tournament Management: A Superintendent's Guide to Preparing a Golf Course for Competition","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for turf care professionals who shoulder the challenge of hosting competitive golf, Wiley's Tournament Management: A Superintendent's Guide to Preparing a Golf Course for Competition translates field knowledge into practical steps you can apply on the ground. This guide covers the full arc of tournament readiness, from the first scouting visit to post-event recovery, blending proven agronomy practices with insights tailored toward major championships, regional events, and member-guest formats. It presents clear, actionable guidance you can adapt to your course and climate, helping you approach each event with confidence and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book breaks down core surfaces and surface management into a practical workflow. You will find detailed guidance on greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, and rough, with specific attention to cup-cutting, surface smoothing, pest control, and fertilization windows before and during play. Real-world checklists accompany the techniques, so you can align resources, timelines, and crews before the first tee shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-tournament planning and course inspection targets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScheduling aeration, fertilization, mowing regimes, and surface textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBunker restoration, sand checks, edge maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRough height control and weed\/disease scouting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCup-cut strategy and hole location planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePest management and environmental safeguards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStaff roles, vendor coordination, and safety planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDuring the tournament\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring play, the guide offers on-site workflows to balance performance with course sustainability. Expect practical tips on moisture management, mowing windows, and field-of-play responses that fit the pace and standards of professional events. The book also covers vendor coordination, staff roles, and safety considerations to help events run smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn-site grooming and pace-of-play coordination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal-time moisture monitoring and turf recovery planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBunker sand checks and edge restoration during play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptive cup-setting decisions and hole location planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecord-keeping, post-round notes, and data-driven improvements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho should read this guide? It is crafted for superintendents, agronomists, course managers, and allied professionals who prepare courses for competition, maintain them during play, or support event operations. While it outlines practical steps and best practices, results can vary with weather, resource availability, and course conditions. The emphasis remains on clear, adaptable strategies you can apply to improve readiness and consistency across events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is this book about?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Practical guidelines for greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, rough, cup-cutting, pest management, and fertilization for tournaments, plus on-site event tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Who should read this guide?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Perfect for superintendents, agronomists, course managers, and allied professionals involved in tournament prep and day-of management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53089347436655,"sku":"0470192283","price":68.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/7354\/2767\/files\/wiley-tournament-management-cover.jpg?v=1778688843","url":"https:\/\/golfavero.com\/products\/wiley-tournament-management-a-superintendents-guide-to-preparing-a-golf-course-for-competition","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}