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Rob DiFranco served as an Managing Editor for Golfdom Magazine, utilizing his BA in Journalism from Kent State University, and past experience as a sports reporter for The Morning Journal of Lorain, OH.

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Bubba Wright finds a “home away from home” following recent course move Posted on 06 Jun 2024 in the Featured & From the Magazine categories.

After a move from the Pacific Coast to the Ozarks, Bubba Wright shares how things aren’t that different. Read more»

Super Josh Saunders’ journey to hosting the 79th U.S. Women’s Open Posted on 30 May 2024 in the Featured & From the Magazine & Tour Guide categories.

Josh Saunders, superintendent at Lancaster (Pa.) CC, walks through his journey in golf that lead him to hosting the 79th U.S. Women's Open. Read more»

How one Connecticut golf course has embraced GPS-guided robotic mowers Posted on 20 Apr 2024 in the From the Magazine & Products categories.

With an influx of robotics in golf, enhancements in GPS-guidance have become more important as superintendents navigate the ecosystem. Read more»

Inside Husqvarna’s new Ceora mower at the 2024 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show Posted on 27 Mar 2024 in the Golfdom TV & Products & Video categories.

Managing Editor Rob DiFranco stops by the Husqvarna booth to chat with David Plaster, director of business development for golf, about the company's new Ceora autonomous mower. Read more»

A look at the USGA’s new standard for measuring organic matter on greens Posted on 20 Mar 2024 in the From the Magazine categories.

USGA Director of Agronomy Chris Hartwiger shares an update on the association’s development of standardized testing for organic matter on putting greens Read more»

Experts share tips on how to keep fire ants under control Posted on 21 Feb 2024 in the From the Magazine categories.

Supers must know the danger, to both them and their equipment, that fire ants present. Read more»