"What's News" with Golf Course Architecture Magazine and a Conversation with the EIGCA
Release Date: 06/15/2025
The Very Unique Golfing Offer In Madeira - Episode 19
The Greenprint
Brought to you by Toro In this episode, we head to the striking Island of Madeira, an autonomous region of Portugal located off the northwest coast of Africa. While Madeira isn’t traditionally thought of as a golf destination, it carries nearly 100 years of golfing history and features three courses across two islands—Palheiro, Santo da Serra, and Porto Santo. The islands have also played host to the Madeira Open on the European Tour for many years. And with a fourth course under construction at Ponta do Pargo, Madeira’s golf future looks brighter than ever. (Stay tuned for an upcoming...
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Clyde Johnson, Cunnin' Golf Design - Episode 18
The Greenprint
We’re really lucky to be joined by Clyde Johnson of Cunnin’ Golf Design. Clyde brings an extensive knowledge of golf course design and construction, built through his time working with Tom Doak at Renaissance Golf Design and, for the past decade, through his own practice. Learning from and collaborating with some of the best in the business, Clyde takes great pride in crafting natural golf courses on great sites—and in helping clubs enhance their existing layouts through thoughtful master planning. In this episode, we explore Clyde’s career journey, as well as some of the courses that...
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On The Tee with Golf Course Architecture Magazine - The Greenprint 17
The Greenprint
In this newly titled edition of On The Tee with Golf Course Architecture magazine, we’re joined once again by Toby Ingleton to explore a range of exciting golf course projects—some recently completed, others underway, and a few still on the horizon—all from around the world. We kick things off at The Wisley, where work has just been completed on the Garden 9. Toby recently visited and shares his insights on the redesign and its impact. From there, we move to The Rock!—a brand-new 9-hole Par 3 course with big ambitions to join the ranks of the world’s leading short courses. Designed...
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Thad Layton on his Spectacular Tour of English Courses - The Greenprint 16
The Greenprint
Leighton is once again joined by golf course architect Thad Layton of Thad Layton Design to explore a recent architectural study trip. Fresh off an incredible 20+ course tour of southern England and the Midlands, Thad shares the motivations behind the trip, how he organized it, and the design lessons he’s bringing back to his own work. Many architects make this journey to the UK, but the focus here was on courses of southern England—some designed by the most notable names in golf architecture, and others by architects less well known but equally influential. The conversation also explores...
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Drawing Inspiration from the Sandbelt & Heathland: Mike Cocking on Fall Line GC and OCM Design - The Greenprint 15
The Greenprint
We’re joined on this architecturally focused episode by Mike Cocking of OCM. OCM have been steadily building their reputation in the architecture world, particularly across Australia and more recently in the USA. Mike talks about the team’s transition into the US market after many standout projects in Australia, such as Peninsula Kingswood and Lonsdale Links. That move began with Shady Oaks in Dallas–Fort Worth, and despite the challenges of COVID, it ultimately led to one of the game’s most significant projects: the redevelopment of Medinah No. 3. From there, the conversation dives...
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Preparing for a Ryder Cup with Andrew Wilson, Bethpage State Park Golf Course - The Greenprint Episode 14
The Greenprint
In partnership with Toro, we’re delighted to be joined by Andrew Wilson, Director of Agronomy at Bethpage State Park Golf Course, for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to prepare a Ryder Cup venue. Together with Mike Hadley, Course Superintendent of the famed Black Course, they will ensure the course is tournament ready, providing the perfect stage for one of golf’s greatest competitions. From managing turf under climatic challenges to assembling a world-class team and ensuring equipment is Ryder Cup ready, Andrew and Mike share what goes into getting the course in...
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The Evolution of Trump Turnberry's Ailsa Course, with Martin Ebert and Allan Patterson - The Greenprint Episode 13
The Greenprint
Leighton and Toby Ingleton of Golf Course Architecture Magazine join Martin and Allan to share their first-hand experience of playing the newly refurbished Ailsa Course at Trump Turnberry, while also reflecting on the wider golf course. Widely regarded as one of the greatest courses in the world, the Ailsa has recently undergone significant changes — particularly to holes 7 and 8 — that further elevate its reputation. Recorded in the Champions Suite at Turnberry, this conversation explores: The more recent history of changes made since new ownership in 2016 The motivations behind the...
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Andy Johnston - Leading the Way At Sentosa Golf Club, Singapore - The Greenprint Episode 12
The Greenprint
In this episode, brought to you in partnership with Toro, we sit down with Andy Johnston — General Manager, Director of Agronomy, and Head of Design at Sentosa Golf Club. A hugely respected figure in the world of golf, Andy shares an inside look at Sentosa GC, discussing its unique agronomic and climatic challenges and how he has helped shape both the courses and the wider infrastructure to world-class standards. Drainage is a constant topic in course management — but at Sentosa, it’s absolutely critical. Andy explains how the club tackles these issues and the innovative design...
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"What's News" with Golf Course Architecture Magazine - The Greenprint Episode 11
The Greenprint
Every 2–3 months we're teaming up with Golf Course Architecture magazine to bring you the latest from around the world of Golf Courses — from redevelopments and restorations to exciting new builds In this episode, Toby Ingleton from GCA magazine joins us to cover happenings from courses in Scotland, USA, Australia, England and Spain! There's new openings, classic restorations and even a Ryder Cup venue! A big thanks to our Show Partner - Toro https://www.golfclubtalk.uk/the-green-print/ ...
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Lee Strutt, A Global Greenkeeping Perspective - The Greenprint episode 10
The Greenprint
In this episode, Leighton is joined by Lee Strutt, a Master Greenkeeper with a career spanning some of the world’s most prestigious golf courses. From his early work at Richmond Golf Club to grow-ins at elite venues like G-West and Les Bordes New Course as well as the Superintendent role at Cabot Cape Breton, Lee shares his journey through the turf industry, culminating in his current role at the iconic Loch Lomond Golf Club. This conversation offers deep insight into the dedication, cultural differences and unique challenges of overseeing these courses in different parts of the world....
info_outlineIn our first ever “What’s News” segment, we’re joined by Toby Ingleton, Editor of Golf Course Architecture Magazine, to explore a variety of exciting projects that are shaping the world of golf course design today.
Toby shares insights on a range of developments, including:
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Royal Dornoch and the headline appointment of King, Collins, Dormer
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Trump Turnberry's renovation work and the new course at Trump Aberdeen
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Apogee in Hobe Sound, Florida – a high-profile addition to an already golf-rich region
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The Cliffs on Kangaroo Island – an ambitious and scenic new project in Australia
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Big Cedar Lodge’s latest par-3 course, featuring a 19th hole tee box dramatically set inside a cave
Then in the second half of the episode, we’re joined by Gary Johnston of European Golf Design and Caspar Grauballe of By Caspar.
Caspar, the outgoing President of the European Institute of Golf Course Architects (EIGCA), recently handed over the reins to Gary at the organisation’s recent annual meeting held in the north of Scotland. This meeting also acknowledged the 25th Anniversary of the EIGCA
Together, Gary and Caspar reflect on:
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The EIGCA’s mission to elevate and advocate for the profession of golf course architecture
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Sustainability as a central theme at the recent Dornoch meeting
- Royal Dornoch itself and what makes it so special
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Their current projects and perspectives on the evolving role of architects in the industry
This episode features thoughtful insight from two of the most respected voices in the industry.
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