Golf & Grounds Departments

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Pete Dye's #10 Golf Hole @ TFP

Sunday, September 29, 2013

Introducing Project Architect, Tim Liddy

Tim, an understudy of world-renowned golf course architect Pete Dye, has teamed with Mr. Dye on numerous golf courses as a project architect. At TFP, Tim will serve in the roll of project architect again, representing Mr. Dye and Dye Designs. Tim will be point man on the plethora of Mr. Dye's visits in the coming year. Tim is a member of the American Society of Golf Course Architects. He is also the founder of Timothy Liddy / Associates, Inc., which was formed in 1993.  It is a small select firm providing quality golf course design services. In the firms brief history it has won many awards and created unique golf courses of enduring quality.
Further, one of the few American architects to work in Scotland, Tim has used this experience in the home of golf to refine and expand his approach to golf course design. Tim realizes that client relationships are the foundation of good design. His number one goal is to provide the highest level of service to TFP and answer all the particular needs that arise on your project.  Tim has vast experience working on projects (many top 100 courses) that are are challenging and complex, which demand the best professionalism in the world.
Tim Liddy and Nelson at TFP

The MacCurrach Golf Construction Team

I wanted to introduce the membership to the MacCurrach Golf Construction Team. In the coming months, these individuals will be responsible for working side by side the TFP team to restore your beautiful Pete Dye Golf Course.
Thanks,
Nelson

Allan MacCurrach, III - CEO

Allan MacCurrach, III ? CEO
Allan began his career in 1980 at TPC Sawgrass under the tutelage of Pete Dye. Allan graduated from the Turfgrass Management program at the University of Massachusetts in 1985. In 1987 he founded MacCurrach Golf Construction. With a passion as strong today as when he started Allan maintains the same level of commitment that has made MacCurrach Golf the industry leader.

"Please note the tenure of the following professionals. Like a well oiled machine these individuals operate together with the highest efficiency. This translates to the best product and value for our client".
Allan MacCurrach

 

Brian Almony - President

Brian Almony ? President
Brian joined MacCurrach Golf in 1997. After graduating from the Turfgrass Management program at Lake City CC in 1982 he gained direct experience in golf course design, construction, maintenance and management. Brian has a lifetime of valuable experience in all areas of golf and is responsible for keeping MacCurrach Golf at the forefront in construction techniques and client satisfaction.

 

Jeff Tourangeau - Vice President

Jeff Tourangeau ? Project Manager
Jeff interned with MacCurrach Golf and after graduating from the Turfgrass Management program at Michigan State University in 1993, he joined the company. After years of in-field experience Jeff now is responsible for facilitating projects with the necessary resources to produce the finest finished product.

 

Hamish Maclean - Controller

Hamish Maclean ? Controller
After graduating from the University of North Florida in 1997 Hamish joined MacCurrach Golf. His proficiency in Information Technology, Equipment Management, Transportation, Personnel Management and Accounting has provided a strong foundation for a complex business.

 

Chris Kleinsmith - Project Superintendent

Chris Kleinsmith ? Project Superintendent
Chris joined MacCurrach Golf in 1997. Chris graduated from the Turfgrass Management Program at the University of Wisconsin in 1996.

 

Andy Alcorn - Project Superintendent

Andy Alcorn ? Project Superintendent
Andy joined MacCurrach Golf in 1998. Andy graduated from the Turfgrass Management Program at Lake City CC in 1998.

 

Frank Arsenault - Project Superintendent

Frank Arsenault ? Project Superintendent
Frank joined MacCurrach Golf in 2004. Frank graduated from the Turfgrass Management Program at the University of Massachusetts in 2003.

 

Matt Newberg - Project Superintendent

Matt Newberg
Matt joined MacCurrach Golf in 2006. Matt graduated from the Turfgrass Management Program at Lake City CC in 1996.

 

Kevin Wachter - Project Superintendent

Kevin Wachter ? Project Superintendent
Kevin joined MacCurrach Golf in 2000. Kevin graduated from the Turfgrass Management Program at Michigan State University in 2001.

 

Matt Call - Project Superintendent

Matt Call ? Project Superintendent
Matt joined MacCurrach Golf in 2006. Matt graduated from the Landscape Architecture Program at Ball State University in 2007.

 

Golf Course Restoration Mobilization and Ground Breaking Event

MacCurrach Golf Construction has begun mobilizing for the golf course restoration project. The initial process will take several weeks, as a variety of heavy machinery will begin to appear at Ford. Two staging areas will be used to accomplish the initial phase of mobilization: the back of the practice facility (which will remain open to Members through September 29) and the Golf Course Maintenance building area.

The following policy will apply to all Members, guests, and pets beginning at the close of business on Sunday, September 29, 2013. For the duration of the course construction, the entire golf course property, including cart paths, lakes, and practice facilities, is deemed to be a construction site. All members, guests, and pets are not authorized to enter the construction site from the close of business on September 29, 2013 through the end of the project. Only construction crews and properly credentialed staff will be allowed on the golf course property. For the safety of all involved, violations of this policy must be strictly enforced and may be subject to penalties. Members are requested to discuss this policy with all family members and guests.

We apologize in advance for any inconveniences and thank you for your cooperation with this important and necessary policy.

TFP Ground Breaking event took place on September 29th, 2013

The front Clubhouse lawn was the site of the celebration picnic.


TFP Board of Directors and General Manager Nick Cassala (far right) at the Ground breaking.

Left to right: CW Canfield (Director of Golf Operations), Dr. Bill Thompson, Restoration Committee Chairman and Green Committee Chairman (center) and Nelson Caron (Director of Golf Course Maintenance).

Over 70 members joined in for the ground breaking event and picnic.