Shocking Vandalism at Golf Club of Houston

Vandalism at Golf Club of Houston: the host of the Shell Houston Open had its 14th green vandalised yesterday in disgusting fashion

Shocking Vandalism at Golf Club of Houston

The Golf Club of Houston has had one if its greens vandalised for the second time this year.

Brian Bucker, the Director of Agronomy at the club, yesterday tweeted this photo of the 14th green showing disgusting damage.

What does an agronomist do?

The Shell Houston Open on the PGA Tour takes place the week before the Masters and is hailed for its Augusta-like course conditions which make it perfect preparation for the season's first major championship.

This year's tournament was won by Jim Herman who recorded his first ever PGA Tour win and gained entry into the Masters.

If it's any consolation the staff have the best part of 11 months to repair it for next year's playing, although you do feel for members and guests who will be affected by it during play.

You have to feel for the greenkeepers as well who work extremely hard day-in day-out to keep the course in fine shape.

The vandalism at the Golf Club of Houston is thought to be two four-wheeler trucks who must have snuck onto the property during the night.

The Golf Club of Houston's 16th hole was also vandalised back in January where a golf cart did 'donuts' on the green.

Why do people vandalise golf courses and how can we prevent golf course vandalism? Do golf courses need cameras or fences blocking entry during the night?

There is simply no answer for that and we can only hope the guilty suspects are found and punished.

At Golf Monthly we send our regards to the club and wish them well with recovery.

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