Author: Frabotta, David

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Boom times are back: Rounds, revenue and the need for new players spur a renovation boom, but some of the same old budget and quality of life challenges persist despite higher revenues
 Frabotta, David. 2018. Superintendent. February. 17(2): p. Cover, 14-17, 19.
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What supers want
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Take more control in 2018
 Frabotta, David. 2018. Superintendent. January. 17(1): p. 4.
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We have a pay problem
 Frabotta, David. 2018. SportsField Management. January. 13(1): p. 2.
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How chemistries are like rocket ships
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. December. 16(12): p. 2.
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A guide to giving to disaster relief
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. November. 16(11): p. 3.
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The buy-sell equation: Distributor satisfaction scores are good - Really good - But consolidation, pricing and technical expertise of reps continue to be pain points
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. November. 16(11): p. 10-15.
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Bulletproof budgeting ideas
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. October. 16(10): p. 4.
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Golf needs its stars
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. September. 16(9): p. 4.
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Time to make a wish list
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. August. 16(8): p. 4.
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Build a better team
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. July. 16(7): p. 4.
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What makes a sustainable company?
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. June. 16(6): p. 4.
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Golf is gaining credibility: Audubon International Executive Director Christine Kane talks golf's progressing stewardship, social impact and perception
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. June. 16(6): p. 8-9.
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How the U.S. Open impacts conditioning (for the better)
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. May. 16(5): p. 4.
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Natural beauty of Erin Hills: Zach Reineking and his team prepare for the first U.S. Open in Wisconsin
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. May. 16(5): p. 16-19.
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Takeaways from GIS, and where we go from here
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. March. 16(3): p. 4.
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Relax, millennials will play golf
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. February. 16(2): p. 4.
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Why golf is poised for growth, finally
 Frabotta, David. 2017. Superintendent. January. 16(1): p. 4.
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From the mouths of babes: The First Tee's finest convey the importance of youth access to golf Frabotta, David. 2009. Golfdom. February. 65(2): p. 30-32, 41.
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Future leaders gather at Disney to learn Frabotta, David. 2009. Golfdom. January. 65(1): p. 10.
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Balancing act: Superintendents maintain equilibrium for foliar feeding frequency Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. December. 64(12): p. 39-40.
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The "Stand Up and Fight" Award: Mark Esoda Aylward, Larry; Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. December. 63[64](12): p. 18.
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The "Never Stop Learning " Award: Shawn Emerson Aylward, Larry; Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. December. 63[64](12): p. 19.
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The "Ecology of Scale" Award: Christopher S. Gray Sr. Aylward, Larry; Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. December. 63[64](12): p. 19.
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The "Survivor" Award: Paul Voykin Aylward, Larry; Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. December. 63[64](12): p. 19, 22.
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The " Boss of the Year" Award: Mary Lou Ferrier Aylward, Larry; Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. December. 63[64](12): p. 22.
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The "All in the Family" Award: Frank Gore Aylward, Larry; Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. December. 63[64](12): p. 22.
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The "I Won't Back Down" Award: Mark Woodward Aylward, Larry; Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. December. 63[64](12): p. 22-23.
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The "It's Not About Me" Award: Steve Cook Aylward, Larry; Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. December. 63[64](12): p. 23.
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The "Be as You Are" Award: Bill Murray Alyward, Larry; Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. December. 63[64](12): p. 23.
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Working as one: Management team at Kirtland Country Club unites to sell its master plan to members Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. November. 64(11): p. 44, 46-47.
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Fertilizer frustrations a global phenomenon: New urea center could help reduce nitrogen costs Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. November. 63[64](11): p. 12-13.
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Voting with your pocketbook: Superintendents overwhelmingly say economic policy drives their voting preferences Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. October. 64(10): p. 38, 40-41.
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Going for the gusto: Illinois Superintendent tests his game against some of golf's greatest players Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. October. 63[64](10): p. 15-16.
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Labor saviors: Superintendents look to technology to hedge their largest line-item expense Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. September. 64(9): p. 36-37, 39.
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Are you stressed yet?
 Frabotta, David. 2008. The Super News. August. p. 13.
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Less may be more in this case: Grain commodity prices push growers to dedicate fewer acres to turfgrass seed, but those acres should yield better products Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. August. 64(8): p. 12.
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Generation next: Are country clubs still relevant for the hip 30-something crowd? Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. August. 64(8): p. 30-32, 33, 37.
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Bearing the brunt of commodity prices: The golf course industry battles vicious price hikes and fierce economic pressures, but relief could be in sight Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. July. 64(7): p. 22-24, 26, 28, 30, 32-33.
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Municipal maestro: Mark Woodward rescues Torrey Pines from neglect to showcase a public treasure in his swan song Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. June. 64(6): p. 28-29, 32, 34, 36.
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The good doctor Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. June. 64(6): p. 32.
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From one dream job to another: Woodward moves from Torrey Pines to CEO of GCSAA Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. May. 64(5): p. 16, 21.
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Strength in numbers: Golf clubs partner to boost rounds, grow revenue and secure long-term solvency Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. May. 64(5): p. 44-45, 48-50.
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Budding herbicides: Basic manufacturers continue to pursue broad-spectrum control with lower rates Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. May. 64(5): p. 97-99.
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What has the 110th Congress done?: Not much, despite industry concern that it would Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. April. 64(4): p. 14, 22.
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Right on line: Sometimes green speed and consistency are easier to feel than measure Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. April. 64(4): p. 34-35, 39-40.
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Marriott must provide access to disabled golfers Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. March. 64(3): p. 10.
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It's about you Aylward, Larry; Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. March. 64(3): p. 27-28, 30, 36.
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Good show-ing: You put a lot of miles on your feet, but hey it's the Golf Industry Show! Here's a recap of what went on in Orlando Aylward, Larry; Frabotta, David; Harler, Curt; Whitford, Marty. 2008. Golfdom. March. 64(3): p. 40-41, 45, 49, 51-54, 56.
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PGRs prevail: About three of four turfgrass managers rely on growth regulators for better conditions and labor savings Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. March. 64(3): p. 58, 60, 63.
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Herbicides Frabotta, David. 2008. Landscape Management. March. 46(3): p. 86-87.
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How bad will housing hamper golf?
 Frabotta, David. 2008. The Super News. February. p. 14.
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Nothing short of progress: ClubCorp champions a new set of forward tees Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. February. 64(2): p. 47, 50-51, 53.
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No more runaway golf cars, ever: E-Z-Go unveils the RXV, its first new golf car since 1995 Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. January. 64(1): p. 18.
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Separate and unequal: Superintendents at private clubs are three times more likely to be satisfied with salaries than those at public courses Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. January. 64(1): p. 19A-20A, 22A.
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Is this show still for me?: Golf course maintenance exhibitors battle the GIS dilution effect Frabotta, David. 2008. Golfdom. January. 64(1): p. 28-29, 32-33, 37, 39.
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In the line of fire: San Diego area superintendents begin rebuilding after wildfires subside Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. December. 63(12): p. 10.
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Investing in tomorrow: Bayer, Deere court the next generation of superintendents Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. December. 63(12): p. 14.
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A little help from his friends: Desert Mountain's Shawn Emerson courts consultants to propel agronomic excellence
 Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. November. 63(11): p. Cover, 24-25, 28-29, 31-32.
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Soaring success: Five-hole Buzzard's Nest elevates area interest and lifts rounds Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. November. 63(11): p. 34, 38.
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A service economy: Company expands technical support Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. October. 63(10): p. 14.
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The man with the environmental plan Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. October. 63(10): p. 50-52, 54, 56.
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He's the real deal: Ed Begley Jr., the keynote speaker at Toro's Watersmart event, is a true environmentalist Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. September. 63(9): p. 16, 26.
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Post-patent exploits: Superintendents turn to generics to save money Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. September. 63(9): p. 42-43, 46-48.
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Southern man: "Tournament junkie" Russ Myers hosts his first Major Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. August. 63(8): p. 22-24, 26, 28-29.
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Staying ahead of market demands: Golf construction slows in-line with demand, so builders and architects tout real-estate projects and sustainable design Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. July. 63(7): p. 38-42.
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Water hazard: Drought pushes some courses to reclamation, and the rest of the country isn't far behind Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. June. 63(6): p. 37-38.
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Setting up for kids' play: These kids are good, but resist the temptation to trick up your golf course for tournaments Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. June. 63(6): p. 52-55.
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Turn for the better: Fungicide rotation and frequent applications at low rates can keep pathogens from flourishing Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. May. 63(5): p. 60, 62, 64.
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Tried and true: Newer bentgrass varieties boast lower inputs than older types Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. April. 63(4): p. 34, 36-38.
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Show biz: The Golf Industry Show made its own headlines in L.A.-L.A. Land Aylward, Larry; Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. April. 63(4): p. 61-64, 66, 68.
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Charting a course for growth: Hamlin aims to 'serve' members as leader of Irrigation Association Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. March. 63(3): p. 14, 20.
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Changing of the guard: Will the new Democratic majority hinder golf businesses? Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. March. 63(3): p. 32-34.
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What lies beneath: Historic trends should direct proactive pond maintenance programs Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. March. 63(3): p. 66-67.
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Baby boom or bust?: Now on the tees: America's largest generation. But could time scarcity keep golf from cashing in on its financial potential? Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. February. 63(2): p. 28-29, 32, 34, 36.
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Refining reputation: Consumer information aims to bolster perceptions of greens spaces Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. February. 63(2): p. 66, 68.
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Survey shows: Superintendents satisfied with career: Would you do it over again? Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom Supplement: The Golfdom Report. February Supplement. 63(2): p. 19A-20A, 22A.
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Devil in the details: Are your sprayer nozzles and water volumes selected for each application? Frabotta, David. 2007. Golfdom. January. 63(1): p. 54-56.
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Reading between the lines: Understanding corporate dealmakers these days requires a dictionary and a fair amount of intuition Frabotta, David. 2006. Golfdom. December. 62(12): p. 10, 12.
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Grains of truth: Knowing your members, club schedule is crucial for your topdressing program Frabotta, David. 2006. Golfdom. December. 62(12): p. 49-50, 52-53.
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Long road to retirement: The luxuries we enjoy now might be on loan from our latter years Frabotta, David. 2006. Golfdom. November. 62(11): p. 10, 14.
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Outer limits: Experimental facility looks its best despite concerted attempts to destroy its turf Frabotta, David. 2006. Golfdom. November. 62(11): p. 16.
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