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Matt Wharton

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Rounds 4 Research 2017
« on: April 30, 2017, 09:05:52 AM »
Fellow golf lovers,


It's that time of year again and the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America is asking for your help to improve the quality of golf courses everywhere.  How, by simply bidding on a tee time in the 2017 Rounds 4 Research auction.  There are currently over 1100 items in nearly 40 states available for auction beginning tomorrow.  This year's auction is May 1 through May 7 and proceeds fund turfgrass research.  Thanks in advance for your support!


www.Rounds4Research.com
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Matthew Wharton, CGCS, MG
Idle Hour CC
Lexington, KY

JC Jones

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #1 on: April 30, 2017, 10:21:42 PM »
Very good!

I have played some great places in the past thanks to this fundraiser.  And a good fund raiser it is.

Thanks for bringing it to our attention.
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I get it, you are mad at the world because you are an adult caddie and few people take you seriously.

Excellent spellers usually lack any vision or common sense.

I know plenty of courses that are in the red, and they are killing it.

Pat Burke

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #2 on: May 01, 2017, 03:41:43 AM »
alpine and Hollywood in New Jersey are a couple nice experiences!
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corey miller

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #3 on: May 02, 2017, 01:57:09 PM »

I am sure the organization has nothing to do with the "value" associated with the prize but many are rather silly. 

$1400 value for a well regarded NY met area course for a Monday round after two PM?
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Matt Wharton

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #4 on: May 02, 2017, 09:09:00 PM »
Quote from: corey miller on May 02, 2017, 01:57:09 PM

I am sure the organization has nothing to do with the "value" associated with the prize but many are rather silly. 

$1400 value for a well regarded NY met area course for a Monday round after two PM?
Each facility establishes the value amount you see listed.  Unfortunately there are no criteria each facility must follow that would allow for a level of consistency.  Many courses base the value on the Green Fees or Guest Fees for one foursome but others obviously elevate their value as they see fit.  Please don't let that discourage you from browsing and finding some elusive gems or that stay and play package that you manage to get for less than face value.  There is something for everyone and all for a great cause.


R4R17

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Matthew Wharton, CGCS, MG
Idle Hour CC
Lexington, KY

Brad Treadwell

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #5 on: May 03, 2017, 10:09:16 AM »
Looks like a great cause Matt.  Best of luck!
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Matt Wharton

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #6 on: May 04, 2017, 05:52:58 AM »
Thanks Brad!


The proceeds fund vital turfgrass research programs at our many land grant institutions across the country.  This research ultimately leads to improved grass varieties and better plant protectant products/methods which in turn provides superintendents the tools to better care for your courses whilst consuming fewer resources and enhancing environmental sustainability.  With courses spread from the Carolinas to California there is much to choose from.  Heck, just in NC alone there are over one dozen Donald Ross designed courses plus a well regarded Strantz, a Coore/Crenshaw and a Maxwell available.  What's not to love.  ;)


Thank you all for the support!  www.rounds4research.com 



 
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Idle Hour CC
Lexington, KY

Mark Smolens

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #7 on: May 04, 2017, 11:31:06 AM »
Thanks again for posting Matt. Hoping I'm successful on at least a couple of my bids...
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John Kavanaugh

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #8 on: May 04, 2017, 02:50:07 PM »
Bidding war at Lookout Mountain. Come join the fun!!!
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Matt Wharton

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #9 on: May 05, 2017, 07:07:39 PM »
I just want to thank everyone a final time for your positive feedback.  The auction is currently ahead of last year's pace as we enter the final two days.  Auction concludes this Sunday at 10:00 pm EDT.  Best of luck for those participating and thanks again for supporting a #GreatCause.


#R4R17

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Matthew Wharton, CGCS, MG
Idle Hour CC
Lexington, KY

Mark Smolens

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #10 on: May 08, 2017, 08:54:02 AM »
Woo hoo. Country club golf for a trunk slammer. Thanks Matt!
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John Kavanaugh

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #11 on: May 08, 2017, 08:59:05 AM »
Quote from: Mark Smolens on May 08, 2017, 08:54:02 AM
Woo hoo. Country club golf for a trunk slammer. Thanks Matt!


More like trunk slamming at country club prices.
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Mark Smolens

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #12 on: May 09, 2017, 10:46:15 AM »
Don't mind paying the price once, it's just paying that price every time I play that doesn't work for me...
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Matt Wharton

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #13 on: May 10, 2017, 09:20:43 PM »
Gentlemen,


The 2016 R4R auction grossed $163,484 nationwide and the goal GCSAA set for 2017 was $176,000.  I'm very happy to share with you the 2017 R4R auction grossed $209,504 nationwide.  Thank you for supporting turfgrass research!



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Matthew Wharton, CGCS, MG
Idle Hour CC
Lexington, KY

Ed Oden

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #14 on: May 10, 2017, 11:31:27 PM »
Well done Matthew!!! Your profession is the cornerstone of golf. We are all winners here since any research that supports your efforts ultimately benefits those that play the game. Thanks!


Ed
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Matt Wharton

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Re: Rounds 4 Research 2017
« Reply #15 on: May 12, 2017, 05:34:15 AM »
Quote from: Ed Oden on May 10, 2017, 11:31:27 PM
Well done Matthew!!! Your profession is the cornerstone of golf. We are all winners here since any research that supports your efforts ultimately benefits those that play the game. Thanks!


Ed


Thanks Ed! 


For anyone wondering where the money goes please click on the link.


http://www.golfdom.com/carolinas-superintendents-commit-more-than-100k-to-research/




Cheers,
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Matthew Wharton, CGCS, MG
Idle Hour CC
Lexington, KY
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