Mission: Inventory the course in consultation with the club manager and greenkeeper, and conduct a course walk with the course committee.
Masterplan
Here's what Chairman Walle Danewid has to say about our collaboration:
"As the newly appointed chairman of Höganäs Golf Club, tasked with developing both the club and the course, I chose to contact Magnus Sunesson. I've witnessed how he has improved and enhanced both Rya and Värpinge. His work aligns perfectly with what we at Höganäs want for our course – better playing surfaces, an improved golfing experience, and a clear profile for each hole. We also aim to reduce mowed areas (and therefore emissions) while freeing up hours for our course staff.
We invited Magnus to inventory our course, in consultation with me and our greenkeeper, Kalle Holmgren. We examined different areas, exchanged ideas and visions, and carefully inspected the course.
It was an incredibly productive day!
Two days later, we received some written proposals from Magnus, which we could review on-site during the next inspection.
Both I and our greenkeeper, Kalle Holmgren, were fully on board.
After a course walk with the entire course committee, during which Magnus had the opportunity to explain his ideas once again, we gave the green light to all of Magnus's suggestions.
It has been a few weeks since Magnus's last visit, and we've removed some poorly placed trees, pruned others, improved tees, and made our greens more enjoyable. We've adjusted mowing lines and changed cutting heights. The members' reactions have been positive. Unfortunately, we had to remove an oak tree, which received some criticism, but the hole it stood on has become significantly better. The oak tree was a minor problem today, but in 10 years, it would have been a major problem.
The course staff has also gained a new perspective on how to manage a golf course, and they are grateful for this knowledge. Our greenkeeper has grown significantly in his role in a very short time, and Magnus has been an invaluable resource for him.
I want to give Magnus the highest praise and warmly recommend him for developing your golf course.
Walle Danewid"
