In this episode of Turf Today, Brian and Adam are joined by Scott Pavalko, Director of Golf Course and Grounds at Castle Pines Golf Club in Castle Rock, Colorado. Castle Pines was the stunning host of last year’s BMW Championship. Scott takes us through his inspiring journey in the turf industry, from learning the ropes from his greatest mentor, to climbing the ranks at world-class venues like Muirfield Village and Cog Hill.

This is a very insightful conversation. Scott shares thoughtful perspectives on leadership, course preparation at the highest level, and what it takes to manage elite playing conditions and people under tournament pressure. He’s articulate, passionate, and even throws in a few entertaining behind-the-scenes stories from his time on some of golf’s most iconic properties.

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This episode of Turf Today, hosts Adam Courchaine and Brian Laurent head across the pond to Northern Ireland for a special episode straight from one of golf’s most storied sites, Royal Portrush Golf Club, host of this year’s Open Championship.

The guys connect with Graeme Beatt, Course Manager at Royal Portrush, to dive into the intricacies of preparing a major championship venue. From the unique challenges of coastal turf management to the pride of hosting one of golf’s biggest stages, Graham shares insights on the course, the upcoming tournament, and the journey that led him to one of the most prestigious positions in the turf world.

Whether you’re managing greens or just love the craft, this episode is packed with some international perspective and championship-level takeaways.

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In this episode of Turf Today, hosts Adam Courchaine and Brian Laurent sit down with Mick Sutton from New South Wales, a turf industry veteran whose story is as powerful as his passion for the grass beneath our feet.

From working hands-on as a Greenkeeper to his current role in Sales with Toro, Mick has seen every side of the turf world. Was not an easy road for him. After a serious car accident, doctors told him he’d never return to the field. Mick not only proved them wrong but came back stronger, continuing to make his mark on the industry he loves.

Tune in to hear about Mick’s resilience, his journey through the highs and lows of turf management, and the transition from maintenance to sales, all while staying true to his roots.

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In this episode, Adam and Brian sit down with Trent Manning, a Certified Turf Equipment Manager from the prestigious Ansley Golf Club in Roswell, Georgia. With years of hands-on experience maintaining and managing high-performance turf equipment, Trent shares his journey into the golf course industry, what it takes to keep a golf course running smoothly, and the evolving technology shaping turf management today. Whether you’re a golf enthusiast, a turf professional, or just curious about the work behind the beauty of the greens, this conversation offers a fascinating inside look at one of the most vital and often overlooked roles in golf course operations.

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Adam and Brian sit down with Zach Sack, Assistant Superintendent at Butler National Golf Club in Chicago. After a long run in baseball and a life-changing event, Zach found his way into the turf industry—and he’s never looked back. Full of passion, great insight, and stories that range from hilarious to downright spooky, this is one you don’t want to miss!

This week on Turf Today, hosts Adam Courchaine and Brian Laurent sit down with Professor Jim Huntoon, the man growing the next generation of turf legends at Horry-Georgetown Technical College in Conway, South Carolina. After years in the trenches as a golf course superintendent, Jim swapped early mornings and greens mowing for lectures and life lessons. We dive into his journey from managing turf to managing turf students — the wins, the wild stories, and a few growing pains along the way. Tune in for laughs, wisdom, and a behind-the-scenes look at life on the education side. Thank you to our sponsors and our community for your continued support.

This week on Turf Today, we’re joined by Scotty Mulhern, an Australian native and former professional baseball player who’s now running a 1.5 man turf operation in Prague, Czech Republic. Scotty shares his unique journey from the baseball field to the turf world, the challenges of managing turf solo in a foreign country, and how his athletic background influences his approach to his new career. It’s a conversation full of grit, passion, and a global perspective on the work behind the game. Thank you to our sponsors for their continued support and to all of our listeners for always tuning in.

Rolling with the Green Section is a new podcast from Turf Today, featuring in-depth conversations with the experts behind the USGA Green Section. From the latest research in turfgrass science to the real-world challenges faced by golf course superintendents, this show digs into the issues that keep the game rolling — literally. Join us as we chat with agronomists, researchers, and course care professionals about everything from mowing heights to moisture meters, bringing fresh insight to the surfaces that shape the game of golf. If you live for lush fairways, fast greens, and the science that makes them possible, this particular podcast is for you. This week on the show we feature George Waters(0:01:47) who leades the education and outreach department of the USGA Green Section. We are then joined by Elliott Dowling(0:29:59) who dives deep into his article: Consider The Potential Of Less Aggressive Aeration

Rolling with the Green Seciton was recorded on the Superintendent Network and is hosted by Adam Courchaine and Brian Laurent.

To connect with the show: email adam@superintendentnetwork.com