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Kibworth Golf Club thrives with DSV EuroGrass Solutions
artin Anderson
M became Course Manager at Kibworth Golf Club in 2019 , aiming to improve the course in Leicestershire . With a strong connection to the club , Martin ’ s journey from apprentice to leader shows his dedication to its success . One significant change he made was using DSV EuroGrass seed mixtures , which greatly improved various areas of the course .
Martin ’ s connection with Kibworth runs deep , tracing back to his earliest memories . “ I took my first ever steps here at a New Years Eve party ,” he reminisces . Little did he know then that Kibworth would become not just a backdrop to his life , but a stage for his growth and passion .
From those first toddler steps to his formative years as an apprentice , Martin ’ s bond with Kibworth only strengthened . “ My mum and dad were members , and I was a junior member before becoming an apprentice ,” he shares , illustrating the club ’ s integral role in shaping his journey . It was here that he honed his skills , learned the art of greenkeeping , and even found love , meeting his wife in the clubhouse where she worked as a waitress .
In 2019 , Martin landed the position of Course Manager , a role that held both challenge and promise . Armed with a vision to elevate standards and restore Kibworth ’ s reputation , Martin embarked on a journey of
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Remarkably , this season marked the first time in years that the tees remained disease-free — a testament to the efficacy of DSV ’ s seed .
transformation . “ Some areas of the course needed attention ,” he recalls , “ but with a new committee and investments in equipment and products , we set out to make a difference .”
Among the pivotal changes was the introduction of DSV EuroGrass seed mixtures , a decision born out of research and collaboration with trusted partners like Rhys Norville from ReGen Amenity . “ Rhys put us in the direction of DSV ,” Martin explains , emphasising the importance of building relationships with reliable suppliers . The trial of DSV ’ s Dual Use blend delivered promising results , paving the way for its integration into Kibworth ’ s approach .
22 GroundskeepingJournal . co . uk | September / October 2024