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Foundations

Elite course conditions are rooted in sound agronomics — precision practices, modern systems, and year-round discipline. But lasting success comes from cultivating a team that shares that commitment. I lead by example and empower a staff that takes pride in their work, understands the 'why' behind each task, and works cohesively toward a common goal: delivering exceptional playing conditions every day.

Turf Management

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Championship conditions are achieved through proactive cultural practices, precision mowing, and seasonal adjustments across all turf types. A comprehensive program balances performance, recovery, and aesthetics throughout the course.

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  • Aeration, topdressing, and vertical mowing enhance firmness and consistency.

  • Reduced mowing heights improve surface speed and turf health (greens 18%, tees 22%, approaches 25%, fairways 20%).

  • Fairways are rolled and topdressed to elevate ball roll and playability.

  • Green complexes serve as seamless visual and functional extensions of putting surfaces.

  • Roughs are overseeded, decompacted and managed for density, recovery, and turf contrast.

  • Native grasses are strategically established and maintained to define sightlines, reduce inputs, and frame playing corridors.

  • In-house sod nursery enables timely repairs, collar restoration, and green expansions.

Precision Turf Management

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Championship conditions are driven by precision—not just practice. At North Hempstead, we leverage data, sensors, and strategic inputs to deliver elite surface performance with consistency.

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  • GDD-based growth regulator programs tailored to turf species and seasonal dynamics.

  • Soil moisture monitoring using TDR probes and in-ground sensors for real-time decision making.

  • Custom-developed PDF moisture maps used for hand-watering guidance, updated daily based on above-ground and in-ground soil sensors, weather conditions, and surface firmness.

  • Fertigation through the irrigation system to maximize efficiency and accuracy of nutrient delivery

  • Compartmentalized irrigation zones for micromanaged water application. 

  • Targeted mowing and rolling patterns for greens and fairways to enhance smoothness and performance.

  • Surface firmness and stimp readings monitored daily to maintain ideal playing conditions and adjust moisture strategies.

  • Clipping yield analysis and soil testing to guide nutrient programs and avoid excesses.

  • GPS-enabled cart technology is used to track traffic patterns, implement restrictions, and adjust routing to reduce wear on high-impact turf areas.

​Technology Integration

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Technology is fully leveraged to streamline operations, enhance communication, and increase efficiency across all areas of golf course management.

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  • Coverage System used for precise spray logging, product tracking, and inventory management

  • Task Tracker platform employed for daily job assignments and labor tracking

  • Smart TVs are utilized for training videos, live demonstrations, and real-time job board communication.

  • PB Coachbooks created for in-field reference and skill development.

  • Wireless Pump Log used to monitor pump station function and efficiency.

  • NSN Connect enables remote access to the irrigation system for adjustments and monitoring.

  • Lynx Maps and Wireless Handheld tools used for in-field irrigation control, diagnostics, and zone changes.

  • Foxit and Adobe Photoshop used for drone imagery analysis and developing visual recommendations for the Green Chairman and Committee.

  • Communication with membership delivered via ForeTee push notifications and monthly email updates, as approved by the Green Chairman and Greens Committee​.

Team Development & Culture

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A successful golf course operation is built on people—mentored, motivated, and empowered to grow.

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  • Assistant & Intern Advancement
    Over a dozen assistants and interns have progressed under my leadership into superintendent roles, landscape managers, and industry professionals.

  • Assistant-in-Training Development Pathway
    AITs are given structured opportunities to build agronomic skills, leadership experience, and confidence—preparing them for the next step in their careers.

  • Staff Empowerment & Accountability
    Employees are encouraged to take ownership of their roles, contribute ideas, and take pride in the product—fueling engagement and consistent results.

  • Unified Team Culture
    A strong, respectful, and collaborative work environment is fostered daily—with clear communication, mutual support, and shared standards at the core

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