In what was has been a busy start to the week, it’s nice to find some quiet. Volunteers and our Team finding their stride.
@ValhallaGolf
@PGAChampionship
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What a week! From start to finish. None of this is possible without the support of my family.
@christylballard
@grantballard11
@nicholasb2025
These guys deserve all the credit. They support me in all situations and this event was just as much for them!
Extremely excited and appreciative of the opportunity to lead ULGC. New role, same passion for our University, programs, members and guests. Ballard Chosen as ULGC Operations Director - University of Louisville Athletics
@UofLGolfClub
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One of my favorite things is watching the moments of excitement our TEAM has. Climbing into grandstands and navigating Sky Boxes to snap that perfect photo is just one of them.
@justinRwilt44
today on
#11
after his team finished bunker prep ⛳️🏆
@ValhallaGolf
@PGAChampionship
Very proud of Nicholas and all the work he has put in. He's a kid that understands this isn't the end but rather the beginning. Go chase your dreams!
@christylballard
@grantballard11
I am extremely blessed to announce my commitment to the University of Louisville. Thank you to my family, friends, and coaches who have supported me along the way. No one climbs a mountain alone. Proud to be a Cardinal!
@DHicks09
@2025Legends
@ManualAthletics
@RBlackwellDMHS
We have a lot happening. No question. But I wanted to share a tour of our new Agronomy Center. The commitment our owners have shown to the property addresses everything. Enjoy!
@ValhallaGolf
@PGAChampionship
⛳️🏆 via
@YouTube
Full couple of days on the Zeon. Has been interesting to see watch the zoysia mature since its installation in 2021. We continue to tweak our programs based on what we are seeing. One of the best decisions
@ValhallaGolf
has ever made. ⛳️🏆
One last TEAM picture before the reinforcements arrive. So proud of the effort and dedication these men provide day in and day out. Advance Week looms.
@PGAChampionship
@ValhallaGolf
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#FirmFastFun
Planning, planning and more planning. I’ve tried to model the Boy Scout motto “Be Prepaid” throughout my career. Ensuring everyone is on the same page and getting input from the team matters. It’s now time to execute! 🏆⛳️
@ValhallaGolf
@PGAChampionship
Getting around the course today it was nice to see some sun shine and warmer temps. Team keeps grinding and I’m liking our trajectory.
@ValhallaGolf
@PGAChampionship
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Hosting a major event is an incredible learning experience for young industry professionals. Some of the
@ValhallaGrounds
AITs share their thoughts on the week in the latest SN production presented by
@BASFTurf_us
.
The week was full. Clearing ditches, preparing bunkers, establishing mow lines and watching the guys golf their ball lets me know we are on the right track!
@ValhallaGolf
@PGAChampionship
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Each summer offers different challenges. This year has been wet and yesterday’s storms had 50mph sustained winds wreaking havoc. Team is tired and still working to restore the property post PGA Champ. Yet they show up and show out day after day. Resilient! ⛳️🏆
@ValhallaGolf
Quality exercise today as we put together our 2023 agronomic programs. Opportunity to show team members how I formulate these plans and in the end, I learned as much as they did. When we all understand the “why”, we get better.
@ValhallaGolf
@ValhallaGrounds
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Had a special guest in today to speak with the team, share his experiences and answer questions. Leaning on the guys that have paved the way makes all of us better!
@ValhallaGolf
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@PGAChampionship
We celebrate a looong week of aerification. Guys battled weather and never quit.
@jrip323
turned 21 as we finished the last green and had to get him a legal margarita! 🍹⛳️
@ValhallaGolf
@ValhallaGrounds
4 years ago, I won a dog from
@Flyawaygeese
and our world has never been the same. Rebecca and her team are the absolute best around. If you need an option for geese control at your facility, contact them today! Louie approves!! ⛳️🐾
Huge night as our members got to see a behind the scenes look at maintaining the golf course. Often heard “I had no idea”. Displayed equipment, had cost analysis on basic operations. More to build on for next year.
@UofLGolfClub
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@UofLGolfClub
moves up the list according to
@GolfDigest
Tip of the cap to all our staff.
#golfclap
⛳️👏 The Best Golf Courses in Kentucky - Golf Digest
Aerification isn’t the most enjoyable thing to do on a golf course but necessary at times. Team is banging through less than ideal conditions and putting together a quality product. Helps when the kitchen keeps us fed working late. Smiles!😀⛳️
@ValhallaGolf
@ValhallaGrounds
Tip of the cap to Assistant Superintendent Amanda Potter as she moves forward from
@ValhallaGolf
She begins the next phase of her career back in Knoxville. Huge upside for this girl and we will miss her. Create tour own luck Amanda!🍀🍊
#VFL
@potteramanda00
@ValhallaGrounds
Tree for Denny being carefully placed today. A strong, red maple in his honor. It will be a place to reflect and watch some golf. I think he would be pleased.
#smooth
#cardinalforever
#L1C4
@UofLGolfClub
It has been an exciting year so far. No doubt. However it all pales in comparison to being Dad to
@grantballard11
and
@nicholasb2025
There is no greater accomplishment I can think of than being a father, a role model, a supporter and a friend. Happy Father’s Day!
All kinds of
@BuySodTurf
Zeon Zoysia love today. Brush - Mow Oppo - Topdress (325 tons for those keeping score at home) - Brush Again ~ Rinse and Repeat. Working on texture and firmness and getting closer everyday! ⛳️
@ValhallaGolf
@ValhallaGrounds
Unreal day at
#GIS2018
today capped by winning the bordie collie from
@Flyawaygeese
Great folks to talk with. Can’t wait to learn more.
@UofLGolfClub
geese no more. ⛳️
Happy Anniversary to my long time girlfriend
@christylballard
Twenty-Four years!❤️ She solely gives of her time and talents to our relationship and has made me a better man because of it. She’s funny in the most subtle of ways. And she pours into those boys!
An emotional weekend full of smiles, hugs, tears and laughter. We celebrate
@grantballard11
graduating Valedictorian from HS, saw him and
@nicholasb2025
take the field for the final time together & recognize 23 years of absolutely happiness with my love
@christylballard
#full
❤️
Been laying low on Twitter with everything happening in our world. Hard to know the right things to post. But this I know, wasn’t going let today go by without wishing my youngest the happiest of birthdays!
#13
#poohbear
🐻🍯
@christylballard
With 3.92” of rainfall for those keeping score at home, we have a BIG cleanup ahead of us. Silt, debris, trash and more remain on the property as the water recedes. Just think, we were 5 below 🥶 a week ago.
#FloydsFork
@ValhallaGolf
@ValhallaGrounds
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A warm and dry February called for some moisture management on the zeon zoysia bunker faces. Desiccation last year at the turf/sand interface created some slow green up. OARS tabs from our partners at
@Solutions4Turf
was the recipe.
@ValhallaGolf
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@ValhallaGrounds
I love seeing all the posts from golf courses around the country honoring the men and women who have served and continue to serve this great nation. Today’s lid is one of my favorites we have. THANK YOU! 🇺🇸⛳️
@ValhallaGolf
@ValhallaGrounds
Our profession provides glimpses of nature that not everyone gets a chance to see. This morning’s full moon reflecting off the lake was an impressive sight.
@ValhallaGolf
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We say a sad goodbye to Abbie as she embarks on her new journey with Turf Tech. Proud of her and the environment we’ve created where team members learn, grow and use those talents to better themselves.
@ValhallaGolf
@ValhallaGrounds
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Can sometimes be hit or miss on posting about our family...and mostly miss. But this week was much needed and a great time to remind us how much we need each other. I love these guys and am thankful for each and everyone of them.
Battling through some much needed rain as we work on keeping the zoysia firm and fast. Verticut ~ Sweep ~ Mow ~ Topdress. Rinse and Repeat! ⛳️
@ValhallaGolf
@ValhallaGrounds
Our oldest turns 15 today. Proud Dad moment when you see the person he is and still becoming. He’s bright, caring, energetic, witty and has a heart for God. Happy Birthday G!
@christylballard
🎂
Taking time as a Superintendent to watch your kids grow up can be tough. It’s a demanding profession. This weekend reminds me to do just that. Made the trip to Cincy with a solid ball club and went 5-0.
Home stretch now. Adding sand to bunkers, paving cart paths, curb installation, haul road repairs and more. Can’t say enough about the amount of work everyone has put in to get us here. More to do to bring us online next spring.
@ValhallaGolf
@ValhallaGrounds
@PGAChampionship
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The sun shines bright on My Ol’ Kentucky Home. Opening zoysia canopy to take in the warmth. Soil temps dictate all. Guys busy grinding, hitting all the details. And…it’s our main guy Phil’s birthday!
@PGAChampionship
@ValhallaGolf
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Despite the busyness of the days and current
@ValhallaGolf
Invitational, running home to see my main man G off before his Junior Prom was the best decision yet.
@christylballard
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Taking a closed Monday to learn walk mowing greens. Easy to forget how hard this task is when you’ve never seen a mower let alone been on a golf course before. Started in fairways to get the hang of the machine.
@ValhallaGolf
#learn
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@ValhallaGrounds
@justinRwilt44
lending a hand at the
@PGATOUR
Finale ~ He’s in his 1st year as Assistant
@ValhallaGolf
and showing out! ⛳️Dedicated~Detailed~Leader Keep this guy on your radar. Making sure our guys are seen matters.
#network
#WhosNext
Happy to announce
@hoosiernation__
as the next GCS at
@UofLGolfClub
Noah brings a strong background working at some at some outstanding venues with talented leaders. He joins a great crew positioning ULGC as a top rated facility. Time to work on that Twitter handle.
#GoCards
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Has been a great summer having my oldest
@grantballard11
work alongside us here
@ValhallaGrounds
~ It was special having my Dad help me volunteer in 2014. Couldn’t be more proud of these pictures. BIG future ahead for G as we send him onto the next chapter! ❤️⛳️
@ValhallaGolf
A final stroll along the property as 2020 winds down. A bit cold and certainly wet after yesterday’s rains. Looking forward to the New Year and all of its possibilities. BIG things on tap for
@ValhallaGolf
@PGA
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#C4