Categories for John Deere

One Day at a Time

December 13, 2017 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Take a walk with Oakmont Country Club superintendent John Zimmers as he leads us through what he, his team, and his John Deere equipment go through to prepare for the 116th U.S. Open Championship.

In the Heat of the Night

December 13, 2017 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Follow Oakmont's Assistant Superintendent, Mike McCormick as he patrols the course in the early hours. He's just one of the staffers managing situations so he or the team doesn't get burned by any surprises.

Rough Job

December 13, 2017 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Oakmont's team of turf professionals go to great lengths to maintain the dense rough to meet USGA standards, and make players take heed.

9th Green

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One of Oakmont's many unique features is the massive 9th green. This historic green presents a challenge to players as well as the maintenance crew.

The Pittsburgh Poa

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Historically, Oakmont has a reputation for having the fastest greens in golf that roll true. It's the Pittsburgh Poa and you can bet that the USGA is keeping an eye on the stimpmeter.

Answering the Call

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Some of the best turf professionals in the world work together to make history. The crew of volunteers work with the Oakmont staff to iron out the creases.

A Sandy Situation

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Following the restoration work in 2005 that added 2 bunker fingers on both sides of the "Church Pews" put the main feature in the middle of the drive zone. Learn more about the 210 bunkers that call Oakmont home.

Positioned for Success

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Superintendents report for their first day on the job as a volunteers at the 2016 US Open at Oakmont in Pennsylvania. Some of the best in the country are excited to get started.

Tee it Up

December 13, 2017 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Golf course superintendents and professionals in the industry sound off on our recent Tee It Up! questions.