South Dakota’s No. 1 Public Course Upgrades Facilities With Prolink GPS Systems
The Golf Club at Red Rock Boosts Revenue with National Advertising Program
ProLink Solutions — a wholly-owned subsidiary of ProLink Holdings Corp. and the world’s leading provider of Global Positioning Satellite (“GPS”) golf course management systems and digital out-of-home on-course advertising — announces The Golf Club at Red Rock (Rapid City, S.D.) now features the ProStar GPS system and will utilize ProLink’s exclusive national advertising program.
Located in the rolling Black Hills of South Dakota, The Golf Club at Red Rock opened in the spring of 2003. Ranked the state’s No. 1 Public Course the past four years by Golfweek, the course features lush fairways, surrounded by native grasses, ponderosa pines, dramatic elevation changes and links-style bunkers.
Designed by golf course architect Ron Farris, Red Rock provides an exceptional playing experience for both avid and casual golfers. In addition to an award-winning layout, the club features an outstanding practice facility, including driving range with target greens, a short-game practice area and a large undulating putting green.
“We’re constantly looking for ways to improve our club and believe ProLink is a great way to deliver added value to our guests,” says Jason Young, PGA Head Professional at The Golf Club at Red Rock. “The system provides superb graphics and yardage information, while our staff can manage pace of play and cart maintenance more efficiently.”
“The Golf Club at Red Rock offers a beautiful setting and we are proud to add the course to our growing list of trusted partners,” says Lawrence D. Bain, CEO of ProLink Solutions. “Golf facilities looking to enhance their guest amenities while generating added revenue can do both by installing ProLink GPS. For advertisers, our network reaches an affluent audience that few media can match.”
With ProLink’s patented, 10.4″ high-resolution color screen — the industry’s largest — the cart-mounted units display dynamic, easy-to-read graphics including distances to the pin and hazards, pro tips, pace-of-play timer and radial arc for cart-path-only holes. Golfers will also be able to order food and beverage items with a touch of a button on the ProLink screen.
Servicing guiding golfers on many of the world’s most famous courses, the GPS provider recently introduced its revolutionary “ProLink Touch,” the industry’s first cart-mounted “Touch” screen. The most high-tech and user-friendly unit on the market, the innovative system features enhanced scoring functions which will automatically calculate “Nassau” and “Skins” results.
For courses’ bottom lines, the new system’s expansive memory stores up to 7,500 ads, generating incremental revenue through a larger sales inventory. Designed with a proprietary custom interface, “ProLink Touch” delivers lightning-fast cart-to-clubhouse communication for all purposes including two-way communications, golfer safety, food-and-beverage orders and pace-of-play alerts.
For more information about The Golf Club at Red Rock, visit www.golfclubatredrock.com
Anderson Silva to Appear as a Panelist on HDNet’s INSIDE MMA
Silva and his manager Ed Soares join actor Channing Tatum on ‘INSIDE MMA’ Friday, April 24 at 9:00 p.m. ET
UFC Middleweight Champion Anderson Silva joins HDNet’s “Inside MMA” this week as a guest panelist on the program. In Friday’s episode, Silva and his manager, Ed Soares talk about Silva’s record-setting victory over Thales Leites at last weekend’s UFC 97.
Silva was victorious by unanimous decision against Leites, but has faced criticism for a lackluster performance – including comments from UFC President Dana White. Kenny Rice and Bas Rutten give Silva a chance to answer those critics on this Friday’s show.
Rounding out Friday’s panel is actor Channing Tatum, who is on the set to talk about his new movie, “Fighting” which opens in theaters this week.
HDNet’s INSIDE MMA is the first and only one of its kind – an original, weekly television program devoted completely to news and highlights from the world of Mixed Martial Arts. Hosts Kenny Rice and Bas Rutten are joined by the sport’s top fighters and news-makers every week to discuss and analyze the latest in MMA. The program also includes event highlights, viewer mail, and Ron Kruck providing up-to-the-minute news and features with Kruck’s Korner. INSIDE MMA has become the hottest Mixed Martial Arts program on television, giving fans their weekly fix of everything MMA.
Since the program’s inception in September of 2007, INSIDE MMA has covered some of the biggest stories in the business, presenting interviews with the biggest names involved. From Randy Couture’s legal battles with the UFC to Seth Petruzelli’s upset win over Kimbo – and the Florida State Athletic Commission’s investigation of that fight, to the fall of EliteXC, INSIDE MMA has covered it all.
INSIDE MMA, HDNet’s weekly series covering the latest news, rankings, stats and highlights from the world of Mixed Martial Arts airs every Friday at 9:00 p.m. ET.
Source: HDNet
Setanta Sports and Swarmcast Partner to Deliver New Online Sports Platform Setanta-i
Swarmcast powers Internet TV video for world’s leading sports broadcaster
Swarmcast, the leader in live sports Internet TV, announced that Setanta Sports has partnered with Swarmcast to deliver Setanta’s new online video offering, Setanta-i, bringing sports fans both live and on-demand video of Setanta programming, including the prestigious English Premier League.
The Setanta-i service offers live streams of all Setanta’s main channels (varying by market) and brings a full screen, TV-like experience to viewers around the globe available on both a free and pay basis.
Setanta partnered with Swarmcast to ensure a high quality viewing experience for its audience and to create the necessary foundation for building a profitable, scalable, and reliable Internet TV offering. Utilizing their patented Autobahn Live streaming platform, Swarmcast designed and implemented a video delivery solution for the unique needs of the Setanta-i product.
Along with Swarmcast, the Setanta-i was built in conjunction with content management partners Irdeto and interface designers EMC Conchango.
“Swarmcast has proven to be a world-class partner that truly understood our unique requirements for the Setanta-i service and shared our vision of creating one of the leading Internet TV platforms in the world. The commitment to quality and detail from the Swarmcast team around the globe has been extraordinary.” said Stephen Michael, Director of New Media, Setanta Sports Group.
“Setanta has created a service that meets and exceeds the demands of their passionate sports audience around the globe. Their leadership and vision in bringing sports audiences closer to the content they love is exceptional, and we are delighted to be their partner.” said Kelly C. Egan, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Swarmcast. “As broadcasters move online, we will continue to provide the foundation to build profitable Internet TV offerings. Setanta-i is the future of sports online.”
Source: Swarmcast, Inc.
Vince Papale and Eagles Fly for Leukemia Tee Up for a Cure at May 4, 2009 Celebrity Golf Classic and Auction
They’re young, brave and hopeful, battling the cancers that still claim too many of their lives and leave too many with permanent neurological and other effects. They’re the children in our neighborhoods waiting for a cure.
Teeing up for a cure are former Eagle, Vince Papale, and a host of other sports personalities who invite golfers to join them, May 4, for the 25th Eagles Fly for Leukemia Celebrity Golf Classic and Auction at Huntingdon Valley Country Club, Pa.
The tournament will begin with registration and lunch at 11 a.m., then a shotgun start at noon. Cocktails are scheduled for 5 p.m. with the awards dinner and auction following. An all-inclusive ticket for the tournament, lunch, cocktails and dinner is $500/individual, $2,000/foursome. Dinner only is $150.
Last year’s golf tournament raised more than $50,000, with 100% of the proceeds staying in the Philadelphia region. Eagles Fly for Leukemia supports pediatric cancer research at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children and Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children. Additionally, the organization works with social workers at these hospitals and at local Ronald McDonald houses to identify and financially assist families in need while their children are undergoing treatment.
Leukemia is the most common cancer in kids, accounting for 23% of all cancer diagnoses among those younger than 15 years old. So far, in 35 years Eagles Fly for Leukemia has raised $10 million for research and family support programs. That helped build the first Ronald McDonald house and has helped dramatically boost the cure rate for childhood leukemia from 10% in 1973, when the charity started. Today, about 85% of children with leukemia and more than 60% of all children with cancer survive five years or longer.
But according to data from the Nemours Center for Childhood Cancer Research, the cure rate for childhood leukemia has stalled since 2004. Not much progress has been made, because new approaches and new drugs are needed.
Eagles Fly for Leukemia is tackling that issue with the Celebrity Golf Classic and Auction. For more information, go to http://www.eaglesfly.org/ or contact the office at efleukemia@aol.com, 800-283-CURE or 610-622-0600.
Source: Eagles Fly for Leukemia
Top 10 Asheville, North Carolina, Mountain Hiking Trails
It’s time to hit the trails! The popular online travel guide to Asheville, www.RomanticAsheville.com, selected its top 10 easy and FREE day hikes in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina for 2009.
1. Gorges State Park: New parking and trails open in May for much better access to rugged river gorges. Hike along the Horsepasture River to see several waterfalls, including Rainbow Falls.
2. Mt. Mitchell: After enjoying the 360-degree vistas from the new observation deck atop the highest peak east of the Rockies, head to the Deep Gap Trail and hike over four more peaks over 6,000 feet.
3. Craggy Gardens: The Blue Ridge Parkway reopens here in May after more than a year of repairs. The Craggy Gardens Trail takes you across a rhododendron bald, and a 1.5-mile roundtrip hike to Craggy Pinnacle offers panoramic views.
4. Point Lookout Trail: This new 3.6-mile paved greenway climbs 900 feet in elevation in Pisgah National Forest. Bike or hike from Old Fort and enjoy mountain views.
5. Dupont State Forest: The best waterfall hike is a three mile trail to three waterfalls, including the impressive 150-foot High Falls with great places for wading and waterside picnics.
6. Max Patch: Hike the loop around the summit or continue further on the Appalachian Trail to enjoy breathtaking views from this bald mountaintop.
7. Cold Mountain: This famous mountain offers a strenuous 10.6-mile roundtrip hike to its summit. The hike includes a 2,800 foot elevation gain to the 6,030-foot peak.
8. Graveyard Fields: This highland hike along the Blue Ridge Parkway features a mile-high valley filled with wildflowers and surrounded by 6,000-foot peaks. With an easy four mile hike, you see two nice waterfalls.
9. Black Balsam Knob: Hike across more spectacular mountain balds. These treeless mountaintops offer sweeping views and alpine-like appearance. Hike three miles without dropping back into the trees.
10. Urban Trail: If you are looking for an urban hike, walk the 1.7-mile journey that showcases the art and history of Asheville, with 30 downtown stops, each with public sculpture.
For details on these trails plus others, see the comprehensive Asheville hiking and waterfall guides at www.romanticasheville.com/hiking.html.
Source: RomanticAsheville.com Travel Guide