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Troon has extended its management agreement with the City of Seattle for an additional 15 years, overseeing municipal golf facilities. The agreement includes a five-year renewal option and highlights Troon’s commitment to enhancing the city’s golf experience. The collaboration will support various capital improvements at Interbay Golf Center, Jackson Park Golf Course, Bill Wright Golf Course at Jefferson Park, and West Seattle Golf Course. Troon, the largest operator of municipal golf facilities in the U.S., aims to ensure accessible and enjoyable golfing for Seattle residents and visitors.
Seattle – Troon has renewed its management agreement with the City of Seattle to oversee the city’s municipal golf facilities for an additional 15 years. This agreement, which will extend through 2040, includes a five-year renewal option, allowing for continued collaboration between the two entities.
The golf facilities under this agreement include the Interbay Golf Center, Jackson Park Golf Course, Bill Wright Golf Course at Jefferson Park, and the West Seattle Golf Course. Troon has managed these facilities for over two decades through its subsidiary, Premier Golf Centers, ensuring a long-standing relationship focused on providing quality golf experiences to the Seattle community.
The renewed agreement will see Troon and Premier Golf supporting various capital improvements at the city’s golf facilities. This commitment to enhancing the facilities aims to ensure that golf remains an accessible and enjoyable sport for residents and visitors alike.
Patrick Merriam, Golf Operations Manager for Seattle Parks and Recreation, noted that the partnership has thrived over 21 years, emphasizing collaboration built on trust, teamwork, and a shared passion for the game of golf. Ryan Whitney, Vice President of Operations at Troon, expressed enthusiasm about the renewal, underscoring the importance of commitment to providing affordable golfing options in the Seattle area.
This renewal comes on the heels of similar management extensions by Troon with the Chicago Park District and the Forest Preserves of Cook County for their golf facilities. Troon has established itself as the largest operator of municipal golf facilities in the United States, currently managing over 150 courses to meet various municipal demands.
Premier Golf Centers, which operates the Seattle facilities, was founded in 2001 by Bill Schickler and became a subsidiary of Troon in September 2019. Troon itself operates at more than 940 locations globally, managing over 575 golf courses and specializing in various hospitality services aimed at enhancing the golfing experience.
The prominent brands under Troon’s umbrella include Troon Golf, Troon Privé, Troon International, among others, showcasing the company’s extensive presence and influence within the golf industry.
This long-term agreement not only highlights Troon’s dedication to managing the community’s golf facilities but also assures residents of Seattle that they can expect ongoing improvements and maintained accessibility to their local golf options for years to come.
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