Rave Publications Review Sports Coach Simulator

Sports Coach Systems were among the contributors demonstrating how Canon projectors can be used in a diverse range of solutions at Integrated Systems Europe in Amsterdam. Rave Publications have kindly produced a video of the exhibit. To view, please follow this link to the Rave Publications Simulator Video.

First Golf Simulator Introduced in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s first indoor Golf Simulator has now opened in Columbo. The Sports Coach Platinum simulator, with 130 courses was the initiative of husband and wife Maha and Indira Jayetileke, who aim to bring state of the art golf simulator technology to Sri Lanka.

The Pleisure Golf Simulator, which uses two 3D cameras to measure ball flight, was installed to assist in the development of junior golfers and to improve player performance of seasoned golfers though the interactive indoor practice and analysis environment it offers.

This amazing facility has been enjoyed by many who have chosen to play one of the several courses available, practiced on the driving range, or spent time improving their skills with chipping and putting.

The Simulator facility is expected to be in high demand as it allows for a very economical round of golf without the walk!

Algarov Resort Simulates Their Own Course

Agalarov Golf & Country Club is Moscow’s most exclusive golf resort, set within 300 hectares and run by Troon Golf’s director of golf Peter Holland. The 18 hole par 71 golf course designed by Cal Olson was opened over two phases. The first 9 holes (10 to 18) opened in Spring 2009, and the second 9 holes opened in July 2010.

Algarov have recently installed two Ultimate Golf Simulators, and as part of the project, the complete course including its 14 reservoirs, inter-connecting rivers, fountains and contours has been reproduced in detail. The result is a teaching platform like no other, as Peter and his team can train the clubs exclusive members on specific holes and help players improve their game.

Canon Inspires at ISE Amsterdam

Integrated Systems Europe took place this year in Amsterdam on 31st January, with Canon Europe holding its biggest ever stand with six companies exhibiting from the Canon partner community. Sports Coach Systems were among the contributors demonstrating how Canon projectors can be used in a diverse range of solutions. Throughout the show, visitors could experience interacting with the Sports Coach golf simulator that used a Canon SX80 Mark II projector to project the 3D image. During the event, Canon offered visitors the chance to become the daily champion golfer and win a Canon digital SLR camera.

One For Golf Attracts Interest at Golfmesse

In January Golfmesse was held in Zurich, attracting golfers of varying abilities. Golfmesse is one of Switzerland's most prominent meeting places for all aspects of golf. A total of over 68,000 beginners, experienced players and professionals attended. The theme this year was golf destinations in Switzerland and visitors were not left disappointed. One of the exhibitors, One for Golf demonstrated an Ultimate Golf Academy with an impressive 270° surround screen. During the event, visitors could experience post shot information which included shot data, a post shot view and a digital playback of their swing.

HLR Golf Installs Golf Simulator for Training

Hanna-Leena Ronkainen, one of Finland's most successful golf players recently expanded her career into golf training as an entrepreneur at the start of 2012. Although she continues to take part in the Nordea Tour, she is now also considered the most famous professional golf instructor in Finland.

Operating the recently opened HLR Golf Academy in Helsinki, Finland, Hanna instructs golfers of all abilities in this superb facility which offers seven practice mats, a large putting green and a 120 course Sports Coach GPS Ultimate Golf Studio. Whilst the equipment in the facility provides for a full workout, the golf studio offers the very best analysis of golfers performance possible, and improves technique at a much faster rate than other training systems.

Unmanned Golf Simulator Opens in Holland

Golfin' the City, in the Hague, Holland offers a golfing experience without having to leave the city. As golf courses in Holland can be less than inviting over the winter months, golfers can still have fun by playing indoors at this newly established un-manned facility. The weather no longer affects the comfort of the winter golfer. Instead, relax with a coffee or tea whilst enjoying a round, leaving the winter weather outside. The building, which is the former stables of the Royal Guard and dates back to 1892, houses a professional Sports Coach golf simulator that is operated using a credit system and can be played by up to four players. An overhead and side camera records the first 3 meters of ball flight, and reproduces the remainder of the ball flight on screen. The facility can be acessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week following online registration and booking. Visit http://www.golfin-the-city.nl/ for more details.