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Sophie Van den Berg

Golf Club Manager & Scratch Amateur

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Sophie Van den Berg manages a 400-member golf club in Antwerp and competes at scratch level on the Belgian amateur circuit. She writes about club operations, member engagement, and the practical realities of running a modern golf club — from tee sheet software to tournament management.

Articles by Sophie

24 articles
Golf Software Comparison 25 Jul 2026

Golf Club Management Software in the Netherlands: What Dutch Clubs Need in 2026

263 NGF-affiliated clubs, 439,731 registered golfers, and a national digital stack you must integrate with. The Dutch buyer's guide to golf club management software.

Golf Club Management 25 Jul 2026

How to Manage a Golf Coaching Team: The Club Manager's Guide

Golf instruction is a $2 billion US industry. Yet only 40% of club POS systems can track revenue by instructor. Here is the complete guide to managing a coaching team with real data.

Golf Club Management 25 Jul 2026

Technology Adoption at Golf Clubs: A Practical Guide for Club Managers

48% of UK golf club managers say their software no longer meets requirements. Here is how to evaluate, choose, and implement new technology in 7 months.

Club Management 24 Jul 2026

What BEGolf Doesn't Cover: The Coaching Tools Belgian Golf Clubs Are Adding

BEGolf handles handicap management and competition scoring for Belgian clubs. Here is what it does not cover, and how clubs with 219 PGA professionals are filling the gap.

Club Management 24 Jul 2026

Best Golf Tournament Management Software 2026: A Club Manager's Guide

Golf Genius, ClubV1, GolfBox, or something else? Here is the honest breakdown of tournament management software for European golf clubs in 2026, including WHS integration requirements.

Club Management 24 Jul 2026

How to Run a Golf Club Tournament: The Club Manager's Complete Playbook

UK golf clubs submit millions of competition scores every year. Here is the complete operational guide for club managers: from format selection to WHS compliance to post-tournament coaching follow-up.

Club Management 24 Jul 2026

How Golf Clubs Use Coaching Programmes to Improve Member Retention

Beginners with pro instruction stay in golf at 42% vs 20% without. Here is how structured coaching programmes reduce member churn at golf clubs.

Golf Software Comparison 23 Jul 2026

Golf Club Management Software in Europe: The 2026 Buyer's Guide

European golf clubs face GDPR, federation APIs, SEPA, and committee governance. Learn what the US buyer guides miss for 4.9M registered European golfers.

Club Management 22 Jun 2026

Golf Club Member Engagement: How Top Clubs Keep Members Active and Renewing

Member engagement is the strongest predictor of renewal — not price. Here's how leading golf clubs measure engagement and use it to reduce churn.

Golf Software Comparison 7 Apr 2026

10 Best Golf Club Management Systems for 2026

Compare the 10 best golf club management systems for 2026. Features, pricing, pros/cons, and recommendations by club type. Expert reviewed.

Golf Software Comparison 7 Apr 2026

Best Golf Club Software in 2026: 12 Top Solutions Reviewed

Comprehensive review of the best golf club software for 2026. Compare features, pricing, pros/cons for clubs of all sizes. Expert analysis included.

Golf Software Comparison 7 Apr 2026

5 Affordable Golf Genius Alternatives for 2026

Looking for affordable Golf Genius alternatives? Compare 5 budget-friendly options that deliver tournament management without the premium price.

Golf Club Management 7 Apr 2026

Cloud Golf Software: Why Clubs Are Moving

Compare cloud vs on-premise golf club software. Benefits, security, costs, and top cloud-based solutions for modern golf club management.

Golf Software Comparison 7 Apr 2026

6 Best ForeUp Alternatives for 2026

Looking for ForeUp alternatives? Compare 6 top options for tee time management, member engagement, and club operations. Find the right fit.

Golf Software Comparison 7 Apr 2026

ForeUp vs Strokone: Full 2026 Comparison

Comparing ForeUp and Strokone for your golf club? See features, pricing, and honest pros/cons to make the right choice.

Golf Club Management 7 Apr 2026

Golf Club CRM Software: Build Stronger Member Relationships

Find the best CRM software for golf clubs. Compare features for member tracking, communication, engagement scoring, and retention tools.

Golf Club Management 7 Apr 2026

Golf Club Management Software: Complete 2026 Guide

Compare the best golf club management software for 2026. Features, pricing, and expert recommendations for clubs of all sizes. Find the right platform for your club.

Golf Software Comparison 7 Apr 2026

7 Best Golf Genius Alternatives for 2026

Looking for Golf Genius alternatives? Compare 7 top options including features, pricing, and honest pros/cons. Find the right fit for your golf club.

Golf Software Comparison 7 Apr 2026

Golf Genius vs Strokone: Complete Comparison for Golf Clubs

Comparing Golf Genius and Strokone? See honest feature comparison, pricing, pros/cons, and which platform fits your club's needs.

Golf Club Management 7 Apr 2026

Golf Handicap Software: Club & Player Guide

Find the best golf handicap tracking software. Compare features for WHS compliance, score posting, performance analytics, and federation integration.

Golf Club Management 7 Apr 2026

Golf Membership Software: Retain & Grow Members

Find the best golf membership management software. Compare features for member databases, renewals, engagement tracking, and communication tools.

Golf Club Management 7 Apr 2026

Golf Tee Sheet Software: Optimize Bookings

Find the best golf tee sheet management software. Compare features for online booking, member portals, no-show reduction, and revenue optimization.

Golf Club Management 7 Apr 2026

Golf Tournament Software: Run Events Smoothly

Find the best golf tournament management software for your club. Compare features, learn what to look for, and run smoother events with less effort.

Golf Club Management 7 Apr 2026

Online Golf Booking: Modern Member Experience

Find the best online golf booking system for your club. Compare member portals, mobile booking, and systems that match modern expectations.

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