Mary Owen
This year’s Dr. Joseph Troll Classic will be held at the TPC Boston in Norton, MA September 3.   The honoree will be Mary Owen, Team Leader for Turf, Extension Educator and Turf Management Specialist.

Mary earned BS and MS degrees in Plant and Soil Sciences from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.  As Extension Turf Specialist for the University of Massachusetts, she directs the Turf Extension program toward its goal of helping industry professionals, businesses, organizations and municipalities meet the challenges posed by the management of turf in urban, suburban and rural environments.

She engages the turf and golf industry and greater community in collaborative projects with the University of Massachusetts, addressing issues of high concern.  By providing scientifically sound information on the implementation of best management practices, the adoption of integrated pest management systems, and the protection of water and other environmental resources, Mary brings the teaching and research expertise of the University to bear in the solution of problems faced by turf managers and communities alike. 

Mary is a founding member of the New England Sports Turf Managers Association and works closely with the sports turf industry on statewide, regional and national levels. She has been closely involved with turfgrass managers in the golf industry as a valuable resource for regulatory review and her guidance has been immensely valuable for all who manage turfgrass in the region.

       Tom Brodeur
The course and extensive landscaping are expertly managed by Superintendent 
Tom Brodeur and his dedicated and skilled team of accomplished staff.

Originally designed by player/designer Arnold Palmer, TPC Boston’s layout was re-designed in 2007 by Gil Hanse.

TPC Boston was honored in 2011 by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA)/Golf Digest Environmental Leaders in Golf with the National Private Award. This honor recognizes courses that excel in the areas of resource conservation, water quality management, integrated pest management, wildlife/habitat management and education/outreach.

More information will be available as the date nears.