Ben Ellis

This week on Turf Today, Adam is joined by special co-hosts Tyler Miget from the Under the Greens Podcast and David Warszawski from the Your FUCC Golf Podcast for a conversation with Ben Ellis, Golf Course Superintendent at Andrews Air Force Base Golf Course.

Ben shares his journey into the turf industry, from his first job at Fort Belvoir Golf Club to earning his education through Penn State World Campus and eventually leading one of the most unique golf courses in the country. Working on an active military installation means no two days are ever the same, and Ben shares what it's like maintaining a course where military aircraft are a regular sight and Secret Service training exercises happen just outside your office.

The conversation covers leadership, career development, and the inspiration behind Ben's new book, The First Hundred Days: Becoming a Golf Course Superintendent and Living to Tell the Story, a resource created to help new superintendents navigate one of the biggest transitions in their careers.

We also discuss the renovation currently taking place at Andrews Air Force Base, the importance of preserving the game's history through the Golf Heritage Society, and, of course, the unforgettable story of how Ben and his wife ended up being chased by the Secret Service in a golf cart.

Whether you're an aspiring superintendent, a seasoned turf professional, or simply enjoy hearing the stories behind the people who care for our golf courses, this episode is packed with laughs, leadership lessons, and plenty of memorable moments.

Thank you to everyone involved in this episode! Please share with your friends and co-workers in the industry.

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