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Photo credit: Tim Meyer THE GREENERSIDE | 1 Our Contributors Editor in Chief: Donovan Maguigan Design & Layout Editor: Maureen Sharples Photography Editor: Shaun Barry Contributing Writers: Todd Raisch, CGCS, Maureen Sharples, Kevin Doyle Officers: Joe Kinlin, President Jeremy Hreben, CGCS, Vice President Michael Tardogno, Treasurer Todd Raisch, CGCS, Secretary Russ Harris, Past President Directors: District II- Jonathan Heywood District III- Tom Higgins District IV- Jennifer Torres At-Large: Ken Anson Donovan Maguigan Lance Rogers, CGCS Commercial Representatives Rob Johnson & Tyler Otero Rutgers Liaisons Dr. Bruce Clarke & Dr. James Murphy Executive Director Maureen Sharples GCSANJ Newsletter is published four times a year. © 2021 THE GREENERSIDE Opinions expressed in this Newsletter are the opinions of the authors and do not necessarily express the opinions or policies of the GCSANJ Board and its membership. No part of this newsletter may be reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission. THE GREENERSIDE | 2 PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Joe Kinlin Chapter President Bey Lea Golf Course As we welcome the new year, I am confident all of you are hopeful for what promises to be a return to normal. I'm sure I'm not alone in wanting to return to events that we look forward to on the calendar each year. For me, January is a time of reflection and resolution. I took time over the holidays to look back at this incredibly challenging year. What did I get right? What did I get wrong? What am I thankful for? How can I be better? Answering these questions, and perhaps a few more, allows me to set goals and grow as a father, a husband, and yes, as a superintendent too. I think it's important that even though we want to forget 2020, we need to remember it. We need to remember the people we lost, how we got things done, and how we helped each other. We also need to remember that what we do as superintendents helped so many people get through these trying times, as golf gave many a sense of normalcy. I want to ask for your help in supporting our Association. There are so many ways to do this. You can serve on a committee, host a meeting, help a fellow member in need, call your neighbor, or donate to the Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey Foundation. All of these are opportunities for you to help someone else, and I can promise each time you give, you will feel good. It's through member actions that our Association remains strong and takes care of each other. Thank you for being such a valued part of our community. I wish you, your family, and your facility a happy and healthy New Year. Stay well, JOE KINLIN Chapter President THE GREENERSIDE | 3 FROM YOUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Maureen Sharples 21 The Greenerside has always been our members’ source for industry news and chapter information, but it is also a great tool to get to know your fellow members. For each issue, our committee works hard to highlight members all over the state and from different backgrounds and experiences. Our features, "Take It Back to the First Tee," "15 Questions," and "We Ask, You Answer," give our readers a chance to meet a member and get to know them. Because aside from being a professional association, we are also a community. One of the most significant values of membership in our chapter 36 is friendship. Personally, writing the timeline article is one of my favorite parts of this job. Interviewing and writing about our more seasoned and experienced members' lives teaches me about our association and industry's history and how much it has evolved. Let's Connect Each person gave our readers a lesson to be learned or an attribute to admire. Joel Jacquemot lives life to the fullest and always seems to seek out 48 the next adventure. I admire Glenn Miller's patriotism and commitment to his country, family, and community. Paul Ramina's timeline was a reminder to seek new opportunities, explore your interests, and go for it. With this issue, I had the pleasure to interview Ed Walsh, who has played a significant role in 973-812-0710 the success of our association and The Greenerside. He emphasizes the importance of networking and friendship and how they can get you through your most challenging times. Whether you are a new member or have been with us a while, I hope you take msharples@gcsanj.org the time to read these features and learn something new about your fellow members. @GCSANJ1926 MAUREEN SHARPLES Executive Director, GCSANJ facebook.com/gcsanj THE GREENERSIDE | 4 MEMBER NEWS GROWING FAMILIES MOVERS AND SHAKERS Mike Weber of Fisher & Son and his wife, Andrew Shaul is the new Golf Course Samantha, welcomed their son, Brandt Robert Superintendent at Manufacturers' Golf & Country Weber, born on Jan 17th. Brandt is welcomed Club in Fort Washington, PA. by his big sister, Michaela. James Bryson is the new Golf Course Superintendent at The Bedens Brook Club in Skillman, NJ. James Cunningham is the new Golf Course Superintendent at Medford Lakes Country Club in Medford, NJ. THE GREENERSIDE | 6 MEMBER NEWS NEW MEMBERS Andrew Aldridge , Class AF Jeremy Dilks, Class B Douglas Plant Health Burlington Country Club Wayne Jackson, Class AF Codie LaPlante, Class C Blooming Beds Morris County Golf Club Brent Van Aken, Class C Brendan Dempsey, Class C The Ridgewood Country Club Morris County Golf Club Andrew Sgombick, Class C Stephen Stewart, Class C The Ridgewood Country Club Somerset Hills Country Club Cody Semingson, Class C Kyle Hillegass, Class A Montclair Country Club Knickerbocker Country Club James Brennan, Class C Springdale Golf Club THE GREENERSIDE | 7 NEW DIRECTOR AND ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR AT THE RUTGERS CENTER FOR TURFGRASS SCIENCE Dr. Jim Murphy, extension specialist in turfgrass management, and Dr. Stacy Bonos, professor of turfgrass breeding, have been named director and associate director of the Rutgers Center for Turfgrass Science. Dr. Bruce Clarke and Dr. Bill Meyer served as director and associate director of the Center since the 1990s. Together, they have provided many years of outstanding leadership of the Center and its award-winning programs. They will both continue their roles as faculty in the Rutgers Turfgrass Program. On behalf of GCSANJ, we would like to thank Dr. Clarke and Dr. Meyer for their leadership and congratulate Dr. Murphy and Dr. Bonos on their new roles. THE GREENERSIDE | 8 2021 DOG DAYS OF GOLF CALENDAR FEATURES NJ DOGS BY DONOVAN MAGUIGAN Meet the New Jersey dogs featured in GCSAA and LebanonTurf’s 2021 “Dog Days of Golf” calendar. The 18th annual “Dog of the Year” contest will be held on the virtual Golf Industry Show floor in February, and attendees’ votes will determine which of the featured dogs will win "Dog of the Year in 2021." The winning dog will earn $3,000 for his or her golf course superintendent’s local golf course association and a $500 cash prize from LebanonTurf. BOGEY Owner: Jeff Breyer Home Course: Tavistock Country Club Breed: German Shorthaired Pointer Age: 10 months Favorite Treat: Freeze Dried Chicken Strips Favorite Toy: Blue/Orange Chuck Ball Favorite Place to Sleep at Work: He Never Sleeps! Messiest Day on The Course: Bogey was working alongside the crew digging drainage in a new tee, and he constantly dropped his ball down into the trench and dove in to get it. He was covered head to toe in mud and had to get a bath as soon as he got home! Celebrity Personality: Dwight from The Office because he’s super hardworking and driven but also a huge goofball. Ride in the Cart? / Run Alongside?: Ride in the cart. Adopted / Breeder: Breeder in Lancaster, PA RUSTY Owner: Jennifer Torres Home Course: Westlake Golf & Country Club Breed: Border Collie Age: 2 years Favorite Treat: Blue Buffalo Bites Favorite Toy: Tug Toys / Anything Sadie (Jennifer's Lab) might have. Favorite Place to Sleep at Work: Rusty hates to sleep at work, but if left for a while, he curls up on his pillow by my desk. Messiest Day on The Course: After a long cold day of chasing geese on the course Rusty was covered in mud from head to tail. He did enjoy a warm shower at the shop, just wish I had brought a change of clothes for me. That was a wet ride home at the end of the day. Ride in the Cart? / Run Alongside?: We start each ride on the cart, but once we see geese I will stop, give him the lie-down command, and then get the geese. He's off and leaves me in the dust. Adopted / Breeder: Won at GIS. Bred and trained by Flyaway Geese. THE GREENERSIDE | 9 THE GREENERSIDE | 10 BATTLE OF THE BRIDGES ESSEX FELLS COUNTRY CLUB Codie LaPlante, Brendan Dempsey Cory Chicoine, Peter Bedrosian, Dick Neufeld, Rich Sweeney, Christian Colp, Stephen Stewart Steve Gauli, Patrick O'Brien, Barry Kronman, Tom Pepe Howard Szczurek Zachary Smith, Anthony Neumann, Josh Kopera, Ray DiMaggio, Nick Alley, James Surico, Eric Schmitt, Dylan McManus Mark Miedler, Tony Espe Brian Kahl, Chris Marra Steve Benally, Steven Thomas, The GCSANJ Class C Team Tim Pleskach, Josh De Salvia THE GREENERSIDE | 11 OCTOBER NINE & DINE MOUNTAIN RIDGE COUNTRY CLUB Tony Hooks, Vince Giunco, Mark Miedler, Josh Kopera Ken Kubik, John O'Keefe, Jim Cadott, Jen Schneider Jonathan Heywood, Travis Pauley and Dennis Wrede Josh Kopera, Jen Schneider, Adam Rosko and Cliff Moore Brian O'Malley, Tim Gerzabek, Tyler Otero, Greg Nicoll Evan Weymouth, Brian Bontemps Drew White & Donovan Maguigan Frank Horan, Mike Tardogno Mike Weber, Jeff Weld, Shannon Horn, Nick Alley Rob Johnson THE GREENERSIDE | 12 THE GREENERSIDE | 13 Advertisement Values Passed On Through Five Generations When you’re working with a company that is a fifth-generation family business, you know you are working with a company that has deep- rooted values; a company you can trust. Statistically, family businesses rarely make it to the third generation. Less than 1% of family businesses survive to the fifth generation. So what makes Fisher & Son Company special? Owners get asked frequently about whether The foundation of integrity and mutual there is ‘family feuding’. And the true answer is respect paves the way to address issues that this: no! Values start at the top. Family arrive and deal with them head on – with members work together productively and with honesty, hard work and a focus on solutions. mutual respect setting the tone for the entire company. Additionally, it is expected that all family members have a strong work ethic and It starts with integrity. Integrity is at the heart of always strive to produce high-quality work; the family relationships within the business. It recognizing that the work of family members was the example set and learned from the prior can impact the entire organization. generation, who learned it from the prior generation, and so on. Integrity is the quality The ability to effectively adapt to any situation Fisher & Son seeks in its staff when they hire. presented is critical in any business, but All things flow from integrity. NEW JERSEY GOLF INDUSTRY BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES GUIDE The New Jersey Golf Industry Best Management Practices Guide has been completed and published by GCSANJ. It provides an overview of best management practices (BMPs) in golf course maintenance to support environmental stewardship while providing ideal course conditions. The BMP provides guidelines for GCSANJ members and is a resource for stakeholders, including regulators, lawmakers, general managers, and our communities. The GCSAA, supported by the USGA and PGA TOUR, started the nationwide initiative by providing a base template. The development of the New Jersey Golf Industry Best Management Practices was made The committee members for this effort included the possible by the GCSANJ BMP Committee and the following; scientists at Rutgers, The State University of New • Jeremy Hreben, CGCS, BMP Committee Chairman, Jersey. As a chapter, we greatly appreciate those Superintendent, Indian Spring Golf Course individuals that provided their time and expertise to develop and review drafts of best management • Darrell Marcinek, CGCS, Director of Golf practices to protect the natural resources of New Maintenance, Somerset County Park Commission Jersey. • Brandon Perrine, Superintendent, Deerwood Our BMP committee chairman, Jeremy Hreben, Country Club CGCS, Indian Spring Golf Course, and Dr. James A. Murphy, Extension Specialist, Rutgers New Jersey • Michael Tardogno, Superintendent, Skyway Golf Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) and Course at Lincoln Park West Cooperative Extension, led the committee and volunteers during this three-year project. They • Matthew Castagna, Superintendent, TPC Jasna engaged various regulatory agencies, industry Polana experts, and GCSANJ members to provide the most up to date and detailed information. • Dr. James A. Murphy, Extension Specialist, Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) and Cooperative Extension THE GREENERSIDE | 16 In addition, the following Rutgers NJAES and • L. Stanton Hales, Jr., Ph. D., Director, Barnegat Bay Cooperative Extension personnel assisted in the Partnership development of this document: • Robert Karl, Supervisor, Source Water & • Dr. Bruce Clarke, Extension Specialist in Turfgrass Watershed Programs, Brick Township Municipal Pathology Utilities Authority • Dr. Matthew Elmore, Assistant Extension Specialist Funding and support for this project were provided by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of in Weed Science America (GCSAA), The Environmental Institute for Golf (EIFG), and the United States Golf Association • Dr. George Hamilton, Extension Specialist in (USGA). Integrated Pest Management Moving forward, our goal will be to utilize this state • Dr. Albrecht Koppenhöfer, Extension Specialist in guide to help develop and implement individual Entomology facility BMPs in 2021. In the coming months, the Education Committee and BMP Committee will be • Dr. Christopher Obropta, Associate Extension providing resources and educational tools to help our Specialist in Water Resources. members navigate the template to create a facility BMP. Others assisting in the development of this document include our industry partners that provided invaluable information and expertise: • Mark Kuhns, CGCS Regional Manager, Turco Golf • James Devaney, Storr Tractor Company • James Barrett, James Barrett Associates • Corey Angelo, Soil and Water Consulting Kevin Doyle of GCSAA also provided valuable assistance in initiating, organizing, and promoting this project. We also appreciate the photo contributions from superintendents across the state. We thank the external reviewers both individuals and agency representatives for their time and effort to strengthen our document and ensure its accuracy. Reviewers included the following: • Bradley Park, Laboratory Researcher, Rutgers NJAES Center for Turfgrass Science • Dr. Stephanie Murphy, Director, Rutgers Soil Testing Laboratory • Erin Landis, River-Friendly Coordinator, The Watershed Institute • Jeffrey Hoffman, P.G., State Geologist, NJ Geological and Water Survey THE GREENERSIDE | 17 Advertisement STORR TRACTOR COMPANY A strong legacy continues. Storr Tractor Company was formed in 1944 in the New York City area, primarily as a tractor sales and service facility. In 1966, the husband and wife team of Mary Lou and Paul Des Champs, acquired the Toro brand, and by 1984 they earned the highest Toro award, Distributor of Excellence. During this time, they expanded and operated their current facilities out of Branchburg, NJ and Ronkonkoma, NY, on Long Supply Company. However, the legacy created Island, where Storr Tractor Company became in 1944 will continue with the same great synonymous with quality and excellence. After products, services, and support from the same Paul's passing in 1990, Mary Lou continued the great team of people who are still committed to legacy by creating a culture of pride and loyalty superior customer service. that transcended the community, her employees, and the turf industry. In December of 2018, after the passing of Mary Lou, The Toro Company What are the future plans for Storr Tractor acquired Storr Tractor with the intention to own Company under new ownership? and operate the company through a transition period with the goal of finding an appropriate The strong culture similarities between Storr partner to purchase the company. That goal was Tractor Company and Turf Equipment and accomplished in November 2020 with Storr Supply Company allows for a natural fit for this Tractor Company being purchased by Kevin purchase. Both organizations have a legacy of Monaco and Lance Ernst, owners of your providing turf industry products and the highest neighboring Toro distributor to the south, Turf level of customer service. In order to minimize Equipment and disruption to you, our valued customer, the plan for now is to maintain the Storr Tractor brand and operate as two separate companies. In addition, we will continue to serve you from the same two facilities you already know, in Branchburg, NJ and Ronkonkoma, NY. The commitment and dedication to customer care is the foundation of Storr Tractor, Turf Equipment and Supply, and The Toro Company. These things will remain unchanged for you as the mission for Kevin and Lance and their teams is to exceed your expectations by providing relevant solutions and superior customer service. THE GREENERSIDE |18 What product solutions are represented by Storr Tractor Company? Storr Tractor Company is an award-winning distributor that proudly represents the industry’s leading equipment and irrigation brands including Toro, Ventrac, Case Tractors, First Products, Otterbine, Bernhard, Flowtronex, and many more. By partnering with brands like The Toro Company, Storr Tractor is an extension of a global leader in turf equipment and irrigation that has been helping customers maintain sports venues, golf courses, amenity venues, public green spaces and commercial landscaping to the highest standards for over a century. What makes Storr Tractor Company different from other distributors and suppliers? What service solutions are provided by Storr Storr Tractor Company has one mission: To Tractor Company? always exceed our customers’ expectations by providing relevant solutions and superior The experience of the members at Storr Tractor customer service. To achieve that goal, we rely Company is unmatched throughout the industry. on the combination of a focused and highly We have been dedicated for over 75 years to experienced employee group backed by global provide world class service from a factory- influencers like Toro that ultimately lead to loyal trained, industry certified, and experienced staff. and satisfied customers. From state-of-the-art We aim to be your partner for the life of our products to experienced mobile service and products and beyond by solving your problems after-sales support, we have all the resources to and training your staff to be the best they can be. help our customer partners succeed. What is the future of Storr Tractor Company? Storr Tractor Company looks to continue the legacy that began in 1944 by building and maintaining strong relationships that are built on trust and integrity. The foundation of our company is to be the most trusted and preferred turf care distributor with the best team of people and the most loyal customers. We look forward to serving our customers for many years to come. Fo r mo re i n fo rma ti o n a b o u t th e so l u ti o n s th a t Sto rr Tra cto r C o mp a n y ca n p ro vi d e , p l e a se co n ta ct o u r l o ca l Bra n ch b u rg , N J l o ca ti o n a t 9 0 8 -7 2 2 -9 8 3 0 . THE GREENERSIDE |19 1964 TAKE IT BACK TO Ed Walsh grew up in Metuchen, NJ. As a kid, he played basketball and was introduced to golf by his grandfather. He would take Ed THE FIRST TEE golfing and have him rake the bunkers. Soon enough, Ed was playing with him. Edward Walsh, CGCS Ed graduated high school in 1964 and took his first golf course job during the construction of Through the Years Warrenbrook Golf Course in Warren, NJ. Al Rathjens was the superintendent. 1965 1968 He wasn't sure what he Ed met his wife Mary, wanted to pursue, so Ed and after six months of tried a few different dating they got married. careers. He worked as a Ed says, "it was love at plumber's apprentice and first sight." then for a landscape construction company in Edison, NJ. The owner sent him to Rutgers for the landscape design winter program. 1971 1971 Ed and Mary Walsh 1969 Ed learned the value of Ed switched to the Turf networking. Alan Hunter of Management program at Ed was an avid golfer and became Storr Tractor encouraged Ed Rutgers. His classmates friends with the owner of Princeton to go work for a seasoned were Bob Ribbans and Hills Golf Course, who offered him superintendent to gain more Joe Alonzi. the job to maintain the course. It knowledge of the industry. He was less money than he was making introduced him to the Ed and Mary have their at the time, but Ed felt that he might GCSANJ President, Jack second child, Jennifer. have finally found the career he was Martin of Suburban Country searching for. Club. Ed became Jack's assistant superintendent. Ed and Mary welcome their first child, Christopher. 1973 1976 1977 Bert Jones from Andrew Wilson, Bert Jones again reached out and It was tough for Ed to go back to the Inc. suggested Ed apply for the suggested Ed go work for Bob Kapherr at assistant role after being a open superintendent position at The Ridgewood Country Club as an superintendent, but he stuck with it. Colonia Country Club. assistant superintendent. While waiting Bob was very understanding and to hear from the hiring committee, Ed chose to start to transition Ed into the Ed was the superintendent at was asked to interview for the superintendent role in anticipation of Colonia CC for three years. superintendent position at The Country his retirement. Bob Kapherr had Club of Troy. He was offered the job on been at RCC for 49 years. Ed took Ed and Mary have their third the spot. He asked to think it over and over as golf course superintendent in child, Bethanne. ultimately decided to go work for Bob January of 1977 with Bob's full Kapherr. Ed described Bob as "a support. gracious gentleman, who always knew how to conduct himself professionally." THE GREENERSIDE | 20 1997 2001 Dana Distributors, one Keith Evans of Rees Jones Designs recruited Ed to be the of the largest Budweiser superintendent for the construction of Wending Creek Golf Club distributors, hired Ed to oversee the construction 2000 in Coudersport, PA. It was owned by the Rigas Family who owned Adelphia Cable. Just a few months from completion, the Ed managed Course two-year project was shut down when owners, John Rigas and and grow-in of Mansion Contractors, a subsidiary his two sons, Michael and Timothy were arrested on bank fraud, Ridge Golf Club in of Tree-Tech. wire fraud, and securities fraud charges. Monroe, NY. 2003 Thanks to Ed's networking efforts, Dana Frye asked him to apply for 1994 the superintendent position at his After 18 years, Ed was dismissed from new project, Shelter Harbor Golf RCC. He wanted to find a constructive way Club in Westerly, RI. Ed was hired to channel his grief and decided to create and worked there until his a talk about "what to do when you get retirement. fired." It was so popular that he ended up giving the talk at GIS and several chapters throughout the area. Ed and Mary at GIS 2010 Ed retired in 2010. Ed and Ed became the superintendent at Essex Mary continued to live in Rhode Country Country Club. Island. After he retired, Ed kept volunteering his time by announcing the basketball 1991 games at Westerly High School. Ed received the GCSANJ Distinguished Service Award. 1990 1990 U.S. Senior Open at The Ridgewood Country Club The Ridgewood Country Club hosts the 1990 U.S. Senior Open. Ed's Family Elected GCSANJ 1987 Chapter President. Present In 2019, Ed's beloved wife, Mary, passed away. Ed and Mary were happily married for over 50 years. Chris Carson, Sherwood Moore, Stephen Ed moved back to New York to Finamore, Ed Walsh, Skip Cameron, live closer to his children and Jack Martin, and Dave Pease grandchildren. He enjoys spending time with his family and fly fishing in the Catskills. The Ridgewood Country Club 1981 hosts the 1981 LPGA Coca- 1978 Cola Classic. Ed was the District 1 Director on the GCSANJ Board of Directors and became the Editor of The Greenerside. Under his leadership, the publication won several awards from GCSAA. His committee included, Ken Kubik, Jerry Schoonmaker, and Dennis Desanctis Sr. Ed became a Certified Golf Course Superintendent. Ed fly fishing in the Catskills. Ed's first Greenerside as editor. THE GREENERSIDE | 21 1942 PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Seaview Golf Club By Donovan Maguigan Seaview Golf Club’s long history dates to the early the ages. Ron Witten’s research for a Golf Digest 20th century with its guestbook filled with multiple article in 2006 states his challenges in tracking down U.S. Presidents, musicians, and celebrities. The club the validity of all the information, “It took me 25 years has a professional golf pedigree by being the perennial of searching, but I recently stumbled upon a 1918 host of the Shoprite LPGA Classic, but deep in that Atlantic City newspaper article on microfilm. It was a professional golf history is an important first for one rambling review of the history of Seaview, especially of golf’s legendary players, Sam Snead. its massive clubhouse [. . .] The article did mention the course: ‘Hugh Wilson laid out course and Ross did the Ron Witten described the property in 2006 to Golf trapping,’ a subhead read.” The resulting design for Digest as, “You couldn't ask for a better contrast the Bay Course is a challenging layout defined by tall between resort 18s. The Pines is a fairly modern pine fescue mounds, deep bunkers, windswept fairways, barrens romp, while the Bay is an old-school, early and views of Reed’s Bay and Atlantic City. American seaside stroll.” No event better showcased this than the PGA Championship held at Seaview in Across the street from the Bay Course sits the quiet, 1942. In a unique blending of layouts, the routing used but challenging in its own way, Pines Course. At the for the 1942 PGA Championship utilized the current time of the 1942 PGA, the Pines Course was only a front nine of the Bay Course along with the first, nine-hole layout designed by William Flynn and second, and twelfth through eighteenth holes of the George Toomey in 1927. Carved out of the pines, this Pines Course. Nine holes from two separate courses winding parkland style design is a challenging from tee with two distinct courses design philosophies during to green with the scotch pines of the New Jersey Pine the game’s golden age of architecture. Barrens creeping in on both sides of the fairways. The Bay Course complicated design history started in While both courses sit within a three hundred forty- 1914 with the designed started by Hugh Wilson and acre footprint in southern Atlantic County, the golf then completed by Donald Ross. The history of the courses have strikingly different agronomic Bay Course’s design is partially obscured and lost to challenges. The Pines Course sits surrounded by tall THE GREENERSIDE | 22 and fairways while the Bay Course sit exposed in a flat on leave from Fort Dix, who faced off against Sam links-style layout dotted with cedar trees and fescue Snead, 1938 season leading money winner but winless mounds. Both courses are also extremely busy during in majors on May 31st. In a compliment of Turnesa’s the summer months, with the courses seeing a steady skills as a player, heading into the finals, Turnesa full day worth of rounds during the summer months. defeated both Ben Hogan in the quarter-finals and Byron Nelson in the semi-finals. The match started Looking at the 1942 PGA Championship tournament close with the match all square through seven holes, field facing this composite layout, a unique challenged but by the time the first eighteen holes were was need. Reviewing the field, the names of players in complete, Turnesa was three up on Snead. Turnesa’s the event are etched in golf’s history: Ben Hogan, advantage over Snead would fade during the Byron Nelson, Jimmy Demaret, Walter Hagen, Sam afternoon eighteen holes, as the match was back to Snead, and Gene Sarazen. Prior to 1958, the PGA even by the time the players teed off the final nine Championship was contested via match play instead holes of the match, on the Pine’s Course First Hole. of the current formant of medal play. The tournament Snead would move to two-up on the twelfth hole of required twelve rounds of golf over seven days with the match, before drawing no blood until the sixteenth thirty-six holes of stroke play narrowed the one hole. Snead would finish Turnesa off with a chip-in hundred eight player field down to thirty two players from the back of the sixteenth green to capture his who would face off in 36 holes of match play. Two first professional major. Snead would use his $2000 notable names are included in the list of players who winnings to purchase war bonds before joining the failed to qualify including Walter Hagen and Gene Navy and his ceremonial purchase would be featured Sarazen. in The New York Times article about the win. 1942 PGA Current Hole Number Hole Number 1 Bay #1 2 Bay #2 3 Bay #3 4 Bay #4 5 Bay #5 6 Bay #6 7 Bay #7 8 Bay# 8 9 Bay #9 10 Pines #1 11 Pines #2 12 Pines #12 13 Pines #13 14 Pines #14 15 Pines #17 16 Pines #18 17 Pines #16 18 Pines #15 THE GREENERSIDE | 23 significance in two contrasting ways; it would be the would be changed multiple times. In 1954, William first professional major of Sam Snead and the PGA Gordon designed an additional 9 holes, forever Championship would be canceled in 1943 making it a changing the routing between the 2nd and 3rd Holes. year without majors, due to the Second World War. In Instead of heading back towards the hotel, players The New York Times coverage of the championship on would now loop further out into the pine barrnes June 1, 1942, the event’s news falls fourteen before rejoining the original holes at the 12th Hole. depressing pages into the paper with the news of war The next change to the routing used in the ‘42 PGA dominating parts of the world including North Africa, included renumbering of the 14th-18th Holes and the Japan, and Europe. For the duration of the United changing of the current 15th Hole to a Par-three after States involvement during war, the Masters would not the expansion of the hotel. be played from 1943 to 1945, the US Open Championship from 1942 to 1945, and the Open Sam Snead’s win and the history of the 1942 PGA Championship from 1940 to 1945. Only the PGA Championship are enshrined in several areas at Championship was contested in 1944 and 1945, with Seaview. Historical markers can be found on the first Byron Nelson reaching the finals in both years and hole of both courses in addition to the history of their winning his second in 1945. designs. On the holes used during the 1942 PGA, small Wannamaker Trophy markers can be found near the Snead was unable to defend his title in 1944, despite tees indicating which holes were used during the being released from the Navy. Snead was discharged championship. A plaque can be found on the 16th Tee, due to a back injury that he sustained while stationed commemorating Snead’s chip-in and first professional in San Diego as an “athletic specialist” according to a major win. St. Petersberg Times article on September 13, 1944. Mike Bair has been the Director of Agronomy at A potential repeat PGA Championship event was Seaview since 2012 which is managed by Troon Golf scheduled again at Seaview as the NY Times article with Alex McGann serving as Director of Golf. includes a small paragraph stating, “The P.G.A., setting a precent, voted tonight again to hold its next championship over the Seaview Club Course.” THE GREENERSIDE | 24 THE GREENERSIDE | 25 Advertisement REMEMBERING OUR ROOTS "A tree with strong roots laughs at storms." –Malay Proverb A year ago, I'm not sure any of us knew what storms 2020 would bring. The COVID-19 Pandemic created significant challenges for all, and our industry was not immune. Given the uncertainty, remembering our roots became more important than ever. Founder's Philosophies Grass Roots Turf Products, Inc was founded in 1978 by Ken "The Root" Kubik with three principles in mind...Service, Technical Support and Quality Ken Kubik (R) at EXPO in 1979. John van Brunt (L) of Randolph Twp. Parks and Rec Products. These three ideas continue to guide our actions over four decades later. Our managers spent countless hours on forklifts pulling orders, and our Sales Team came in to help Service with deliveries. Keith Kubik, President, stated that "I In the late 1970s, Ken Kubik identified service as a cannot remember a stretch where more product left key to customer satisfaction. This was a challenge the warehouse than it did that third week of March right from the beginning since the company opened 2020." its doors in the midst of a global oil crisis resulting in government-imposed gas rationing. Ken likes to say, Technical Support "The grass doesn't know the difference between a "We're like a pharmacist to a golf course." This is a Wednesday or a Sunday." It is also fair to say that line Ken Kubik uses to explain what we do to people turfgrass didn't care about gas lines that stretched outside our industry. "You can walk into any grocery for blocks or a global pandemic. store and buy aspirin. With a pharmacist, you explain your issue, and they guide you in the right The Golf Course Superintendent hires us to sell to direction providing technical advice specific to your them, and our service is often a key reason why. Our situation." team of Service Representatives understands how important they are to our success. Our newest Our Sales Team is highly trained to know our addition, Cody Lyman, said, "Grass Roots goes above product line inside and out. This group has a diverse and beyond to get our clients what they need when background in turf. We have sales representatives they need it. We strive to be the Best in the Tri- State Area." In mid-March 2020, it was unclear whether Grass Roots would be affected by a COVID shutdown. As a result, there was a mad dash to get our customers the products they needed faster than ever before. It was all hands on deck. Our Service Team worked seven days a week, starting early and staying late. Cody Lyman with the Newest Addition to Our Fleet THE GREENERSIDE |26 who are former Golf Course Superintendents and Assistants. Our team includes graduates from some of the world's best turfgrass institutions, including Rutgers, Penn State, UMASS, and Delaware Valley. Members of our Sales Team have had experience working for manufacturers and other distributors of turf products. Our strength is our wide variety of experience. We are in constant contact with each other to "group Proud Supporter of the GCSANJ as a Platinum Sponsor think" solutions to new problems and share stories of and Beyond! (From L to R) Keith Kubik, Keith Bennett, success from the field. The pandemic challenged our Ken Kubik and Nick Alley ability to get together like we are used to for sales meetings, product training, and industry events. Not wanting this to get in the way, Keith Bennett CGCS, Sales Manager, made sure that the team stayed engaged using various web conferencing platforms, phone calls, emails, and texts. Quality Products Among the first distributorships, Grass Roots secured Lebanon Seaboard, Aquatrols, Standard Golf, and Cleary Chemical (acquired by Nufarm in 2013). These are brands still synonymous with quality in our One of many site visits from 2020 helping to solve industry. issues. When assembling a portfolio of products, we have made it our goal to remain brand focused. Not only do the top brands represent the highest quality products, but they are also responsible for innovation. As an industry, we understand the need for new products to tackle new challenges. In addition to the original four, we have added direct distribution agreements with Syngenta, Bayer, BASF, Corteva, PBI/Gordon, Par Aide, and many more. This The Golf Audience at our 2020 Winter Seminar & Open portfolio allows us to offer the best possible solutions House (Pre-Pandemic!) to our customers' wide variety of situations. Our Roots Run Deep When asked to summarize our company's philosophy, Gene Huelster, our Lawn & Sports Turf Division Manager, offered the following. "Our goal is to provide the highest quality products and service possible. That doesn't mean just selling products. It means building strong customer relationships, striving to exceed our customers' expectations, and partnering with our customers to offer help where we can provide it." Warehouse is stocked and ready for 2021! THE GREENERSIDE |27 THE GREENERSIDE | 28 QUESTIONS WITH 14 TIM MEYER By Todd Raisch, CGCS Beacon Hill golf course superintendent, Tim Meyer, recently sat down with The Greenerside to discuss his career, family and Beacon Hill. 1. Tell us a little about where you are from? I grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, about a mile from Blue Mound Golf and Country Club. My grandfather was an avid golfer and got me interested in the game, so I caddied there when I was old enough. I moved on to the grounds crew a couple of years later, where I developed a passion for golf course maintenance. 2. How long have you worked at Beacon Hill Country Club? I’ve been at Beacon Hill for just over seven years now. I was previously an assistant at Plainfield CC for eight years prior to being offered the job at Beacon Hill. 3. What change would you most like to see to your operation or Beacon Hill? We are very much in need of a new maintenance facility. We currently work out of a relatively small 5. What are your interests outside of work? building that contains the mechanic’s shop, office space, For the last three years, I have really enjoyed and break room. Our equipment is stored in an coaching my son’s flag football team. It’s very outdated pole barn that has seen better days. We also rewarding to be a part of something he has come to don’t have dedicated storage bins or any way to keep really enjoy. I also like to spend time in the colder topdressing sand dry. I would love to see the club months skiing. The Nor’Easter ski day has been a commit to improving the facility with better equipment highlight of my winters the past few years. and material storage. 6. Tell us about your family. 4. What is your favorite aspect of working on a golf My wife, Lori, and I met back in 2005 at Penn State. course? We’ve been married for twelve years now and are I love how every day is different and the challenges that fortunate to have a son, Nate, who is 8 years old. We may bring. I don’t like to sit still or get stuck in a rut, so enjoy going on walks around the neighborhood with the variety that comes with managing a golf course fits our dog, Wilson. my personality well. I appreciate the peace and quiet of early mornings on the course and enjoy being able to catch beautiful sunrises. THE GREENERSIDE | 29 11. What is the most difficult part of your job? Managing people has become the hardest part of my job. Keeping a full crew has been quite difficult the last few years. I’m fortunate to have a rock-solid core group of guys, but it’s hard to get things done the way we want when we are short-staffed. We have made adjustments to nearly all aspects of our operation and the way we manage people, but it doesn’t seem to be getting any easier. 7. Why did you become a superintendent? My grandfather piqued my interest in golf as a child. I 12. You spent some time before Beacon Hill at caddied for a few years, but there was always an allure Plainfield CC. What did you take from your time with to the grounds crew. When I was old enough to work on Travis Pauley? the crew I applied and was hired. I had no idea that being Travis taught me how to be proactive, anticipate a superintendent was a viable profession until then, and issues, and prevent problems before they occur. I feel I became hooked. Since I’ve always been interested in that these lessons have helped tremendously as I now the game, enjoyed working with my hands, and being manage a modest-sized operation where getting the outdoors, becoming a golf course superintendent was a best bang for the buck is vital in producing the natural fit and checked all the boxes for me. conditions our membership expects. We do our best to prevent the things that can set us back so we can make 8. What are the unique aspects of Beacon Hill’s course? the best use of the time we do have. Beacon Hill is unique in that the entire property is only 90 acres. The course has been influenced by many 13. You are in the midst of a renovation at Beacon designers since 1899, but the original architect is not Hill. What is being completed? known for certain. Originally the course was 9 holes, but Our primary objective with the project was to rebuild it was renovated in 1962 to include 18 holes. As you can the aging bunkers to improve drainage and playability. imagine, this makes for a fairly tight 18-hole layout. We also took the opportunity to rebuild six greens Being on such a small property, the course rewards that had either become unplayable at modern green accuracy above all else. speeds or to enhance the character of the golf course. The practice green and surrounding area were 9. What are your biggest on course challenges at redesigned to make the green practical and make Beacon Hill? better use of limited space. We’ve also expanded our Beacon Hill has several different types of greens. We fairways by about 25% to make the tight layout more have six modified pushup greens, two 25-year old USGA playable for higher handicap golfers. greens, four “California” greens, and seven modern USGA greens. Achieving consistency often requires taking several different management strategies all at the same time. This, coupled with extremely variable soil types from the higher portions of the course to the low areas, makes irrigation management interesting. 10. What does a typical summer day look like for you as a superintendent? I arrive at the course before sunrise. Once the crew and assistants are off and running, I check greens, tees, fairways, meet with the starter or golf pro, etc. and modify the day’s plan as necessary. I reserve mid- mornings for completing office work, making phone calls, and attending meetings. I head back out onto the course after lunch to check greens and whatever else is necessary and round out the day, making sure the course is in a place to set up for a great day tomorrow. THE GREENERSIDE | 30 14. List four things we don't know about you? 1. I originally wanted to go to school for civil engineering as I’m particularly interested in bridges. 2. I’ve become more aware of the importance of taking care of myself. In an attempt to stay healthy, I ride a mountain bike a few times per week. 3. I’m a bit of a gadget nerd. My recent favorite is a drone that we have been using to photograph the progress of our project. 4. I decided to attend Penn State University because my first superintendent at Blue Mound G&CC was a Penn State alumni and nudged me in that direction. THE GREENERSIDE | 31 ENGAGE YOUR BIGGEST ASSET, YOUR TEAM By Kevin Doyle, GCSAA Northeast Field Representative With autumn passed by and the agronomic practices Do you challenge or set goals for your staff? We thrive in the rearview mirror, the frosty and snowy mornings in an industry that blends science and art while newer are the norm, and staff numbers have lightened. techniques trend towards quantitative, measurable Planning projects may be part of a larger master plan data. GCSAA offers two great programs that will for the facility. These are great tools to ensure the benefit individuals on you staff, your team, and the projects undertaken by the club are done in a fiscally facility. These professional development responsible manner and keep progress moving opportunities for key staff members can assist you forward on a schedule. A very beneficial undertaking structure advancement or benefit increases for your for the facility, but what impact does that have in your people, all while increasing their value to the facility. department? While budgeting offers a chance to plan What better time to encourage participation than the for equipment and staffing numbers, have you done off-season? any planning specific to the grounds team at your facility? The Assistant Superintendent Certificate Series is composed of certificates covering key competency The winter offers the perfect time to engage your areas of: biggest assets, your team. Why not consider a SCOR • Agronomy analysis with them? Getting their feedback on team • Business dynamics could be key in making improvements you • Leadership and Communications never saw. Where are the strengths of your team, • Environmental Stewardship what challenges do they see? Are there opportunities that would improve the processes you already have in The certificates are golf-centric, available to GCSAA place? What risks do your staff see within the grounds members and non-members, and can be completed in department? Would you benefit from this any order. It is strongly recommended that an information? Would your team be more effective assistant superintendent has at least two years of after engaging them in developing such an analysis? work experience before beginning any of the ASCS certificates. However, the certificates are available to Effective planning includes a lot of input, and your all and not limited to assistants. staff is poised to provide that information. Planning for a successful 2021 season could easily begin on a Equipment Management Certificate Program Level wintery morning this off-season. GCSAA conducts 1-Level 2- Certification are a series of exams designed such strategic planning sessions for chapters. to demonstrate proficiency in key competency areas Utilizing that same process and providing your board related to turf equipment. This certificate program is of directors’ similar opportunities to plan for available to any and all turf equipment technicians improvement is a great benefit and assists in creating regardless of whether you work for a golf course. value for your association members. THE GREENERSIDE | 32 The Level 1 program is made up of eight exams Want to serve GCSAA WEBINARS your association? covering the key competency areas of: Don't miss your chance to be part of a GCSAA • cutting units • drivetrain systems Spring Dead Spot & Take-all Root Rot committee or task group. Apply now. • electrical systems Prevention www.gcsaa.org/about-gcsaa/membership/get- involved Lane Tredway, Ph.D., and Dean Mosdell, • engine technology • hydraulic systems Ph.D. • metalworking and fabrication SEPT. 16 @ NOON • spray systems NEED ASSISTANCE? Benefits & Challenges of Sand • fundamentals of turfgrass operations Topdressing Programs Kevin Doyle GCSAA Field Staff Douglas Karcher, Ph.D. You can choose to take one exam or work to complete the entire program by successfully completing all eight exams in any order. Level 2 follows completion, with a kdoyle@gcsaa.org SEPT. 22 @ 10 A.M. Follow me on Twitter @GCSAA_NE Certification opportunity upon finishing both levels. You will spend countless hours with decision-makers at your facility this winter preparing for improvements to the grounds to ensure a successful 2021 season. Be sure to have those discussions with your team, allow them the opportunity to shape the culture for success (SCOR analysis), and challenge them to use certificate resources available for your people to succeed in 2021 and beyond. THE GREENERSIDE | 33 WE ASKED, YOU ANSWERED "I am fascinated with the rise of Atlantic City so this winter I decided to watch Boardwalk Empire. I also treated myself to West Wing and Entourage." -Josh Kopera, Harrell's "What are you binge-watching on TV this winter?" "I would consider binge-watching ANYTHING if I could ever get the Hallmark Channel eternal Christmas movie marathon off the television! As the only male in the house, I am repeatedly outvoted 3-1. Even the cat is a female so I’d lose that vote too." -Kevin Doyle, GCSAA "If my 3-year old son has anything to say about it, Paw Patrol or Thomas the Train. Is it sad that I can sing all the theme songs to every cartoon?" -Scott Rose, Ballamor Golf Club THE GREENERSIDE | 34 THE GREENERSIDE | 34 "The show that I’ve been binge-watching this winter is Sons of Anarchy. Now all I have to do is convince my wife to buy a motorcycle." -Drew White, Riverton Country Club "This winter I have enjoyed The Queens Gambit and The Crown. I typically steer toward political/CIA dramas, so these two series were a nice surprise. I also like to throw in something funny to mix it up. Big Mouth has been in rotation to fill that spot." -Brian Bontemps, Noble Turf "We binge-watched Ozark, Bloodline, and now working on Yellowstone." -Paul Dotti, Arcola Country Club "I am binge-watching Parks and Rec this winter. I can relate to many of the storylines as I am approaching my 19th year in county government. I am not as lax as Ron Swanson or as over-the-top as Leslie Knope or as goofy as Andy Dwyer, but I can say I am a combo of the three at times!" -Darrell Marcinek, CGCS, Somerset County Park Commission THE GREENERSIDE | 35 GCSANJ PATRON DIRECTORY A.G. 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Rain Bird Golf Distributor Ph: 410.800.8762 Tree Services, Mulch & Top Soil, Fred Rapp david.schell@basf.com Containers,Trimming & Removal frapp@ewingirrigation.com Paul Ramina Kevin Downes Ph: 848.225.4618 Ph: 908.413.2944 65 Royal Avenue Jim Miner paul.ramina@basf.com Hawthorne, NJ 07506 jminer@ewingirrigation.com Ph: 973.238.9800 Ph: 908.674.1145 BAYER info@downes.pro Plant Health Products E-Z-GO TEXTRON Jeffrey Weld DOUBLE ‘D’ TURF, LLC Nick Roberto Pesticides Turfgrass Aeration Specialist E-Z-GO, Cushman, Jacobsen 2 T.W. Alexander Drive Dennis DeSanctis, Sr. Ph: 845.637.7641 Research Triangle Park, NC Dennis DeSanctis, Jr. T 845.637.7641 Ph: 914.419.9384 Drill & Fill, TurfPride, JRM Tines Fx: 877.492.1897 86 Bergen Mills Road FINCH SERVICES jeff.weld@bayer.com Monroe Twp, NJ 08831 John Deere Authorized Dealer Ph: 732.241.7378 Phil Page BLACK LAGOON POND dennis@doubledturf.com ppage@finchinc.com MANAGEMENT dennisjr@doubledturf.com Cell: 609.498.4031 Pond/Lake Management Curt Moore Michael Blaner DRYJECT NEW JERSEY cmoore@finchinc.com Algae/Invasive Plants Control, Dennis Granahan Cell:215.280.7367 Fountain & Diffused Aeration Systems 7 Seagull Lane 419 Industrial Drive 56 US Highway 130 South Lincroft, NJ 07738 North Wales, PA Bordentown, NJ 08620 Ph: 917.617.8827 Ph: 1.888.243.0891 dryjectnj@comcast.net FISHER & SON COMPANY Fx: 609.585.0525 Distributor of Golf & Turf info@blacklagoon.us EARTHWORKS Products,Fertilizer, Seed Carbon based fertilizers Rob Johnson Jack Higgins 110 Summit Drive, Ph: 484 894-0242 Exton PA 19341 hwww.earthworksturf.com Ph: 800.262.2127 jack@soilfirst.com Cell: 215.475.7998 rjohnson@fisherandson.com THE GREENERSIDE | 36 GCSANJ PATRON DIRECTORY FOLEY INC NUFARM STEPHEN KAY GOLF COURSE CAT Equipment Dealer Pesticides for the turf & ornamentals ARCHITECT Sales and Rentals Michael Molchan Stephen Kay Cindy Snow 25 Roland Avenue 665 Saint Andrews Drive csnow@foleyinc.com Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054 Egg Harbor City NJ 08215 Office: (732) 885-3154 Ph: 610-653-7983 Ph: 609.703.3300 855 Centennial Avenue michael.molchan@nufarm.com stephenkgolf@aol.com Piscataway, NJ 08854 PLANT FOOD COMPANY SYNATEK GRASS ROOTS, INC. “The Liquid Fertilizer Experts” Shaun Kennedy Golf Course Maintenance Supplies Dick Neufeld: 973.945.6318 737 Hagey Center Drive, Unit A Ken Kubik: 973.418.7035 Tom Weinert: 914.262.0111 Souderton, PA 18964 Keith Kubik: 973.418.7034 Tom Pepe: 609.751.1372 Ph: 8662.266.9288 Jay McKenna: 973.418.7036 Biostimulants & Other Products Fx: (267) 203-1613 Office: 973.252.6634 for Premium Turfgrass skennedy@synateksolutions.com www.plantfoodco.com HARRELL’S LLC SYNGENTA Josh Kopera SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY Manufacturer, Plant Protectants Cell:201.213.8693 Providing the Products & Lee Kozsey jkopera@harrells.com Expertise That You Need & Trust Cell: 215.796.0409 Jen Schneider Frank Jacheo: 732.489.1442 Lee.kozsey@syngenta.com Cell:732.828.0895 fjacheo@siteone.com Brian Goudey jschneider@harrells.com Wayne P. 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LaBar Jr. Equipment 281 Squankum Rd 170 Mount Airy Road, Suite A1 Steve Bradley, Jim Devaney Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Rick Krok Ph: 732-938-4464 Ph: 908.502.5353 3191 Highway 22, Branchburg NJ vinceg@vggc.net rich@labargolf.com Ph: 908.722.9830 sbradley@storrtractor.com NOBLE TURF Brian Gjelsvik 25 Roland Avenue Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054 Ph: 856.273.1402 briang@seetonturf.com THE GREENERSIDE | 37