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Tom Watson Becomes Generational Group’s Latest Brand Ambassador

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Generational Group , a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce that it has signed a strategic endorsement agreement with legendary golfer Tom Watson , who will become Generational’s latest Brand Ambassador.

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  • Generational Group , a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce that it has signed a strategic endorsement agreement with legendary golfer Tom Watson , who will become Generational’s latest Brand Ambassador.
  • Watson was named PGA Tour Player of the Year six times and was the number one ranked player in the world from 1978 to 1982.
  • Generational consistently delivers for business owners striving to reach success in their financial and personal lives.”
    Ryan Binkley , President & CEO of Generational said, “We are thrilled to welcome Tom as Brand Ambassador.
  • Watson joins a roster of current Generational brand ambassadors that includes PGA Tour professional Justin Leonard and rising amateur golfer Anna Davis , currently attending Auburn University.

Wilks Development and Frisco EDC Announce Partnership for Firefly Park

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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FRISCO, Texas, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wilks Development and Frisco Economic Development Corporation (Frisco EDC) signed a development agreement that launches Phase One of construction and development for Firefly Park. The project is a 242-acre mixed-use, master-planned development including 159 acres owned by Wilks Development and 59 acres owned by Frisco EDC.

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  • FRISCO, Texas, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wilks Development and Frisco Economic Development Corporation (Frisco EDC) signed a development agreement that launches Phase One of construction and development for Firefly Park .
  • The project is a 242-acre mixed-use, master-planned development including 159 acres owned by Wilks Development and 59 acres owned by Frisco EDC.
  • "Firefly Park is part of the 'PGA halo effect' accelerating development in north Frisco," said Frisco EDC President Jason Ford.
  • "It's no secret why Frisco has been one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S.," said President Kyle Wilks, Wilks Development.

Wyndham Rewards Unveils Finalists for Gillespie Wall Mural Honoring Greensboro Six

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The nationwide search for an artist to help honor civil rights pioneers The Greensboro Six has officially narrowed to three finalists: Vincent Ballentine of Brooklyn, N.Y.; Raman Bhardwaj of Greensboro, N.C. and Abel Jackson of Charlotte, N.C.

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  • The outdoor mural, slated for installation at historic Gillespie Golf Course, is being commissioned by Wyndham Rewards®—proud title sponsor of the PGA TOUR's Wyndham Championship—and overseen by the City of Greensboro in partnership with First Tee - Central Carolina.
  • "The Greensboro Six left a lasting legacy at Gillespie—one that deserves to be memorialized for generations to come.
  • In approaching the opportunity with Gillespie, his aim is to delve into the intricate and layered history of Greensboro while producing work that captivates and inspires.
  • To learn more about the Greensboro Six Mural Project at Gillespie Golf Course, visit FirstTeeCentralCarolina.org/Mural-Project .

7th edition of the Corales Puntacana Championship PGA TOUR Event gets underway

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With a purse of $3.9 million, valid for 300 FedExCup points, the 7th edition of the Corales Puntacana Championship PGA TOUR Event begins at the Corales Golf Course at Puntacana Resort from April 15 to 21, 2024.

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  • PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With a purse of $3.9 million, valid for 300 FedExCup points, the 7th edition of the Corales Puntacana Championship PGA TOUR Event begins at the Corales Golf Course at Puntacana Resort from April 15 to 21, 2024.
  • The head table featured Manuel Sajour, Executive Director of Marketing for the Puntacana Group and director of the Corales Puntacana Championship; John Norris, Senior Vice President of Tournament Business for the PGA TOUR; Chad Ramey, PGA TOUR professional and King of Corales 2022; and Hiram Silfa, Director of Golf Courses for Puntacana Resort and professional golfer.
  • Manuel Sajour expressed, "The Corales Puntacana Championship has become a flagship event for Puntacana Resort.
  • John Norris of the PGA TOUR commented, "Each edition of the Corales Puntacana Championship surpasses the last, and this year is no exception.

Unique Waterfront Property with Extensive Dockage Listed for $8 Million in Jupiter, Florida

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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This exceptional home combines luxury living with extensive amenities tailored for serious boaters and is ideally positioned on the Intracoastal Waterway.

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  • This exceptional home combines luxury living with extensive amenities tailored for serious boaters and is ideally positioned on the Intracoastal Waterway.
  • This one-of-a-kind property boasts a remarkable 329 feet of water frontage, including a private lagoon, making it a true one-of-one offering.
  • The property also includes a self-contained captain's suite, offering a private living area and kitchen—perfect for a live-in captain or as a guest suite.
  • "With its commercial zoning and ample dockage, it could also serve as a private marina, making it a unique investment opportunity."

New PXG NX10 Slope Rangefinder Launched in Time for the Golf Season

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The NX10TM Slope Rangefinder is a brand-new offering from PXG and PrecisionPro. It is designed for golfers who demand accurate yardage measurements and want a reliable product built to last. This rangefinder boasts premium-quality construction and is trusted by top PGA TOUR caddies.

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  • The key features of the NX10 Slope Rangefinder include an accuracy of +/- 1 yard and a range of 999 yards.
  • The NX10 Slope Rangefinder works in yards and meters and has an Adaptive Slope with an external switch for tournament legality.
  • The PXG® NX10 Slope Rangefinder comes with a 3-year warranty, surpassing the industry standard of two years.
  • The new PXG NX10 Slope Rangefinder is a fast and easy-to-use tool that quickly finds and locks in on your target.

SchoolsFirst FCU Celebrates 2023 Year of Giving to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals

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Friday, April 12, 2024
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TUSTIN, Calif., April 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SchoolsFirst FCU, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, today announced that it contributed more than $365,000 in 2023 – through a combination of corporate donations and fundraising – to support Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) and designated children's hospitals in California, including Children's Health of Orange County (CHOC), Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), Rady Children's Hospital – San Diego and UC Davis Children's Hospital.

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  • As a credit union serving California school employees and their families, SchoolsFirst FCU has participated in supporting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, the charity of choice for credit unions, through partnerships with regional hospitals throughout the state.
  • SchoolsFirst FCU also assumed an active role in fundraising initiatives sponsored by "Credit Unions for Kids" (also known as "CU4Kids"), the brand under which credit unions nationwide raise funds for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.
  • During 2023, SchoolsFirst FCU, its Members and teammembers raised funds for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals through a variety of activities and programs:
    SchoolsFirst FCU raised funds for CHOC by sponsoring the hospital's annual CHOC Walk in the Park event through fundraising activities, corporate matching funds and teammember volunteerism.
  • Classic at UC Davis, a program affiliated with the PGA Tour to support Children's Miracle Network Hospitals across the county.

Swing Into Action and Save and Grow the Game of Golf!

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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ST. JOHNS, Fla., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chuck Thompson, Founder and CEO of MMC®, a visionary leader in no-risk business growth and golfer acquisition, announced the release of his new book titled, "EGO: Edging Golf Out."

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  • Revolutionize the industry of golf with EGO: Edging Golf Out, by making the game more affordable, diverse, and all-inclusive.
  • The book aims to raise awareness to the Save and Grow the Game website which was launched in 2023.
  • A crowd funding site that is specifically designed to save and grow the game of golf by making it more affordable, diverse and all-inclusive.
  • By challenging the status quo, we can make golf more affordable, diverse, and all-inclusive as well as save and grow the game by making golf everyone's game.

TRUGOLF RELEASES GROUNDBREAKING E6 APEX RANGE TRAINING SOFTWARE AND SIGNS JOE HALLETT, PGA COACH OF THE YEAR

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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Released March 28, 2024, this first phase features stunning graphic fidelity and delivers a robust training experience that augments the popular E6 CONNECT.

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  • Released March 28, 2024, this first phase features stunning graphic fidelity and delivers a robust training experience that augments the popular E6 CONNECT.
  • “TruGolf is setting the new standard for modern golf with E6 APEX’s jaw-dropping cinematic visuals, and customizable environments,” said TruGolf Vice President of Marketing, Mason Jones.
  • Hallett and Chuck have teamed up with TruGolf to create brand-new content specifically designed for TruGolf simulation software that will be incorporated into E6 APEX in the near future.
  • Now, E6 users have professional grade tools to visualize, quantify, and analyze their game - turning every swing into an insight.

Zehnder’s Fortress Golf Course Professional Kyle Martin Named 2024 Michigan PGA Teacher and Coach of the Year

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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FRANKENMUTH, Mich., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kyle Martin, Head Professional at the Zehnder’s Fortress Golf Course, has been named the 2024 Michigan Section Professional Golf Association (PGA) Teacher and Coach of the Year.

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  • FRANKENMUTH, Mich., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kyle Martin, Head Professional at the Zehnder’s Fortress Golf Course, has been named the 2024 Michigan Section Professional Golf Association (PGA) Teacher and Coach of the Year.
  • Martin has served at the 18-hole championship Fortress golf course for nine years in Frankenmuth, Mich., located just 90 miles north of Detroit.
  • The Fortress is a division of Zehnder’s and is one of Michigan’s top 25 golf courses.
  • “We are extremely honored to have Kyle as part of our winning team,” said Fortress Director of Golf Nick Shelton.