Tru-Turf Super Series Podcast – Episode 13: Keith Burgon, Eyemouth Golf Club

In this episode of the Tru-Turf Super Series, host Nick Thornton sits down with Keith Burgon, Head Greenkeeper at Eyemouth Golf Club in Scotland, to explore the power of rolling, tournament preparation, and greenkeeping strategies in one of the most unique coastal golf environments.

Keith explains how rolling has become a cornerstone of their maintenance approach, helping combat salt burn and reduce mowing frequency, particularly in winter and other critical seasons. He highlights how rolling contributes to speed through consistency rather than aggressiveness, allowing Eyemouth to maintain smooth and reliable greens year-round. The conversation also covers their RB70 roller, with Keith sharing the outstanding results they’ve seen since adopting it.

A key focus is Eyemouth’s event preparation, including their work leading into the:

🏆 Scottish Ladies Senior Open (June/July) – A major national event where rolling plays a crucial role in fine-tuning tournament-ready conditions.

🏆 Scottish Ladies Team Championships – Hosted last year, this event required extensive planning to ensure the course met high competitive standards.

🏆 Club Championship (May–June) – A multi-week event that requires intense preparation, transitioning seamlessly into the national Senior Ladies Tournament.

🏆 Other Club Competitions – Keith discusses balancing routine member play with high-stakes tournament preparation.

Beyond the greens, Keith reflects on his career in the turf industry, how volunteering plays a role at the course, and why networking with other greenkeepers continues to shape his approach to course management.

✅ Surprising grass success – A grass type not typically suited for seaside conditions has thrived at Eyemouth, challenging conventional wisdom.

✅ Tournament-day strategies – How rolling plays a key role in final event preparations.

✅ Sustainability & efficiency – How “mowing less, rolling more” has led to healthier turf and improved playability.

This episode is packed with real-world insights for greenkeepers, golf course managers, and anyone looking to enhance course performance while embracing sustainable maintenance techniques.

🎧 Listen now to learn how Eyemouth Golf Club is redefining rolling, tournament prep, and turf management!

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