Architect Spotlight: Kris Spence so much more than a Ross restorer

        By Brad King Golf course architect Kris Spence faced a standing room only crowd of 400-plus gathered in Providence Country Club’s Grand Ballroom in early January for a presentation of the club’s upcoming golf course renovation. Tall and broad-shouldered with auburn hair and a chiseled countenance, Spence was dressed in a dark suit and a…

Private Matters: Triad golf clubs focusing on family

        By BRAD KING Private clubs around the Triad and the throughout the country have felt the pinch from on-going economic turmoil and uncertainty. Membership rosters have shrunk considerably. The majority of private clubs has fewer members today than a decade ago. A challenging economy, along with fierce competition and changing lifestyles have made attracting and…

Sponsorship for Triad’s PGA Tour event extended through 2026

         Wyndham Worldwide and Winston-Salem based BB&T have signed a 10-year extension as title sponsor of the Wyndham Championship, continuing their commitment through 2026. “We are extremely pleased to announce this new long-term commitment by Wyndham Worldwide, which represents a continuation of the tremendous progress the tournament has made through Wyndham’s support since 2007,” said…