Thoughts From a Foolish Golf Course Superintendent

A successful Superintendent is an optimist who thinks a lot about worst-case scenarios. (5/30/21)

One Superintendent worries about things he cannot see clearly; another worries about things he sees clearly. (5/29/21)

One superintendent is loyal to the golf course owners; another is loyal to the course. (5/28/21)

One Superintendent talks loudly; another talks thoughtfully. (5/27/21)

Building a legacy for yourself is different than building a legacy for others. (5/26/21)

A young Superintendent believes he has a unique ability to take care of his course; an old one believes he has a unique ability to love his family. (5/25/21)

A Superintendent who brings gifts for his staff will receive praise from all; one who brings trouble to the crew will inherit the wind. (5/24/21)

One Superintendent wakes up early because he has a busy schedule; another wakes up early because he cannot sleep. (5/23/21)

Being in a rush to prepare a course for play is like being eager to finish a round of golf. (5/22/21)

Doing nothing is different than having nothing to do. (5/21/21)