AGRONOMY UPDATE

Dear Black Diamond Ranch Members: I am happy to report the Ranch Course Irrigation Project is underway and on schedule!

The attached pictures are of the 12” main line that is ready to be installed underground and will be the heartbeat of the project

I know you all are as excited as we are to get this project completed and have the Ranch Course back ready to play in early November

Many members have expressed to me that they prefer the Ranch Course over the Quarry because it’s visuals make you feel as though you are playing golf in the Sandhills of North Carolina.

Black Diamond Ranch is one of the most unique and iconic golf properties in the world, and I am proud to be a small part of its return to glory!

-Dave McQuade

I would like to introduce you to Ben Noland, who just started as one of our two Golf Course Superintendents Since his arrival one month ago, Ben has made a huge impact with regards to staff accountability, organization, and leadership Please read Ben’s bio below, and the next time you ’ re on the course Ben would love to meet you!

-Dave McQuade

Ben is an Ohio native and a graduate of The Ohio State University. He served 20 years in the United States Marine Corp with multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. After retirement he grew a passion for the game of golf. Ben attained his turf degree from the University of Georgia while working and playing golf at several courses in the Hilton HeadCharleston South Carolina area.

Ben worked 3 years for the PGA Tour at TPC Sawgrass, and also became a certified Arborist Aside for his passion for golf he loves to travel, skydive and any great local fishing hole