In this episode of the TurfNet Renovation Report, host Brad Klein speaks with Bill Bergin, the newly elected president of the American Society of Golf Course Architects.
Bergin discusses his transition from a PGA Tour player to a prolific golf course architect, reflecting on significant career moments like his performance at the Open Championship at St. Andrews. He shares insights into modern golf course design trends, specifically arguing that the current trend of larger, more undulating putting surfaces benefits elite players while creating disproportionate challenges for average golfers.
The conversation also covers specific design projects, as well as the technical importance of the relationship between architects, contractors and superintendents.
