Rounds played in the U.S. were down 4.4% on a same-store basis in May 2008 vs. May 2007, according to the NGF.
But because May 2007 rounds were above average, the recent drop is actually a return to normal May volume. Year-to-date rounds are 2.3% less than the comparable period last year.
Regions with the largest declines in May also had nearly two fewer play days this year vs. last: the Lower Midwest and Mid-Atlantic. With the Iowa flooding, the Lower Midwest will no doubt be hard-hit in June as well.
Rounds Played, 2008 vs. 2007
Source: NGF/Allied Golf Associations
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Public facilities fall into one of three categories based on peak season weekend green fees with cart:
- Premium (High) - Above $70;
- Standard (Middle) - $40-$70;
- Value (Low) - Below $40.
Southwest includes Hawaii; Northwest includes Alaska.
