Behind the Greens | What It Takes to Maintain Michigan’s Golf Courses
Metro Detroit Golfers | Published on 3/13/2026
Recorded live from the stage at the Michigan Golf Show — the largest consumer golf show in the world — this panel takes a behind-the-scenes look at the work that goes into maintaining great golf courses.
Host Mike Sullivan sits down with leaders in golf course maintenance and turf management to discuss what it takes to keep Michigan’s courses in top condition. From weather challenges and agronomy to technology and the future of course maintenance, this conversation highlights the expertise required to keep courses playing their best.
During the event, George Fox — Director of Media at Make The Turn — was also honored by the Michigan Golf Course Superintendents Association as an honorary golf course superintendent for his work producing the MiSTORY video series highlighting superintendents and their impact on the game.
Hear directly from the superintendents and industry leaders responsible for some of Michigan’s top golf facilities and learn how their work shapes the golf experience for players every day.
Host: Mike Sullivan
Guests:
Adam Ikamas — Executive Director, Michigan Golf Course Superintendents Association (MiGCSA)
Skip Connoly — Golf Course Superintendent, Alpine Golf Club
Craig McKinley — Golf Course Superintendent, Bucks Run Golf Club
Ross Miller, CGCS — Golf Course Superintendent, Country Club of Detroit
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