Highlights from the 2024 Toptracer Tracie Range Awards

Selecting the right technology for your golf course is essential for customer satisfaction. If you position yourself as a players' club, where members are constantly striving to improve, data and analysis become vital in tracking their progress and enhancing their performance.

Toptracer is one of the most advanced and reliable ball-tracking technologies available. And the 2024 Toptracer Tracie Range Awards, held on January 22 at Topgolf Orlando, showcased the remarkable achievements of Toptracer-enabled facilities across North America. Hosted by Don Rea, owner of Augusta Ranch Golf Club and president of the PGA of America, the event honored venues that have excelled in integrating Toptracer technology to enhance the golfing experience.

Toptracer's Expanding Influence in Golf

Toptracer has solidified its position as a leader in golf range technology, with over 400 facilities in North America and more than 1,000 ranges across 35 countries utilizing its innovative solutions. This widespread adoption underscores Toptracer's commitment to transforming driving ranges into engaging, data-driven environments that appeal to golfers of all skill levels.

Recognizing Outstanding Achievements

The Tracie Range Awards received nearly 60 entries from Toptracer Range’s North American partners, reflecting the dedication and innovation within the community. Awards were presented in multiple categories, highlighting the diverse ways facilities have leveraged Toptracer technology:

• Partner of the Year: Golf Ranch was honored for exemplary integration of Toptracer technology across their four locations in Brookfield, CT; Lee’s Summit, MO; Richardson, TX; and Shoal Creek, MO.

  
  

• Coach of the Year: Joe Cochran from Shadow Wood Country Club in Bonita Springs, FL, was recognized for his exceptional coaching efforts utilizing Toptracer's capabilities.

  
  

• Rookie of the Year: Shanks Driving Range in Brandon, Manitoba, Canada, was celebrated for their innovative introduction of Toptracer to guests in their inaugural year.

  
  

Additional awards included:

• Innovation Award: Hang Time Golf in Gastonia, NC, for outstanding programming initiatives.

  
  

• Philanthropic Award: Athens Golf Center in Lexington, KY, for notable charitable contributions.

  
  

• Best Picture: Braemar Golf Dome in Edina, MN, for creating an outstanding original video highlighting Toptracer.

  
  

• Rulers of Engagement: Farmington Country Club in Charlottesville, VA, for innovative member engagement strategies.

  
  

• PGA HOPE Award: Arrowood Golf Course in Oceanside, CA, for introducing golf to veterans with disabilities.

  
  

• Mentor Award: Steve DiMarco & Harry Hammond from The Golf Zone Family Fun Center in Honey Brook, PA, for their mentorship contributions.

  
  

• The Amazing Trace: Recognizing the highest percentage of shots hit using a game mode:

  • Daily Fee Facility: Miracle Hill in Omaha, NE

  • Private Club: Washington Golf & Country Club in Arlington, VA

  • Standalone Facility: The Range at Cold Springs in Abbeville, SC

    
    

• User Friendly: Awarded to the mobile-enabled facility with the highest number of unique users:

  • Daily Fee Facility: TPC Harding Park in San Francisco, CA

  • Private Club: The Club at Ibis in West Palm Beach, FL

  • Standalone Facility: The Golf Zone Family Fun Center in Honey Brook, PA

    
    

The Impact of Toptracer Technology

Toptracer's advanced ball-tracking technology has revolutionized the driving range experience, providing golfers with precise data on shot distance, speed, and trajectory. This data-driven approach not only enhances practice sessions but also makes golf more engaging and accessible, particularly to younger generations who value interactive and tech-driven activities.

Looking Ahead

As Toptracer continues to innovate and expand its reach, the annual Tracie Range Awards serve as a testament to the transformative impact of technology in golf.

By recognizing and celebrating the achievements of its partners, Toptracer fosters a community dedicated to enhancing the golfing experience and growing the game for future generations. For more information on Toptracer and its initiatives, visit Toptracer's official website.

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