Testimonials

Throughout his career, Dale has worked with many talented individuals throughout the golf industry. Read what several of these individuals have to say about his work and character.

"I really enjoy working with Dale. He communicates very well and is a master of his craft. We are fortunate to have him as part of the team in Duluth."

Bryan P. Bielecki, VP of Agronomy, Billy Casper Golf

"The positive comments on Dale from guests and team members are endless. He exhibits a true passion; goes above and beyond as a Golf Course Superintendent. Dale's attention to detail and work ethic are his strongest qualities. He is exceptional to work with, and he puts out an exceptional product for our guests."

-Mike Bender, PGA General Manager, Cape Royal Golf Club, Indigo Sports/Troon

"Dale takes great pride in facility presentation. His attention to detail is impeccable. He does not miss deadlines, is well prepared for meetings, and makes solid business decisions. Dale takes the initiative and holds himself 100% accountable. He has very high expectations of himself."

- Gary J. Nelson, General Manager, Billy Casper Golf -

"As two people who play a municipal golf course in northern Minnesota on a daily basis, we have been able to see the difference that a highly skilled Superintendent can accomplish. Over the last two years we have seen the wonderful improvements that Dale Wesselman has made at our Enger Park Golf Course. He not only has a wonderful work ethic himself, but he also instills that work ethic in his entire staff. It is our hope that Dale will be here for many years to come - we feel privileged to have him."

- Pete & Trish Lilliberg, Duluth, Minnesota -

"When Dale arrived at Enger Park it was a passable golf course. But after two years of his leadership the course has made leaps and bounds of improvement. The greens are so much improved that it is hard to believe Enger is the same golf course. The fairways are so much improved as well. It is obvious that Dale has a plan in place for the future. Thanks Dale."

- Dick Frank, Proctor, Minnesota -

"Dale encountered numerous problems working in exceptionally difficult climatic conditions. Working in countries with no skilled workers and a lack of specialised equipment and materials is a significant challenge. Dale worked with enthusiasm refusing to be beaten when he was told 'it was impossible'. Against the odds, he organised and supervised the creation of a golf course of which we are extremely proud and, we are sure, will take its rightful place on the world stage of great courses. This work required patience, tolerance, and drive - Dale was never short of any of these qualities in bringing to fruition a very challenging project."

- Bob Hunt, Golf Course Architect; Bath, England -

"I have been impressed by Mr. Wesselman's uniquely broad knowledge and comprehensive understanding of turfgrass management. Dale is not only an impressive leader but a credit to his profession."

- Ciaran Carr, PGA Master Professional & General Manager; West Bloomfield, Connecticut -

"In my 30 years as a golf course architect Dale is one of the best Project Managers I have worked with. We have worked together on 5 projects - one while Dale was a Golf Course Superintendent and the other four when he was a Senior Project Manager for a golf construction company. In every case Dale was passionate about his work - he is very organized, and his thought process is logical yet very creative. All of the projects were successfully completed on time and on budget. Dale would always be my first choice to manage a project."

- Stephen Kay, Golf Course Architect; Egg Harbor City, New Jersey -

"Mr. Wesselman's passion and obsessive commitment to excellence produces outstanding results."

- Jeff Long, The LandTek Group; Amityville, New York -

"Dale diligently performed his duties as the Project Manager. Throughout the project there were many changes due to the rocky terrain that only experience could have corrected and made possible. Dale's great depth of knowledge of construction combined with his background as a Golf Course Superintendent has definitely made him one of the best in his field."

- Michael Zikorus, Golf Course Architect; North Anson, Maine -

"I had the pleasure of working with Dale Wesselman during the construction of the golf course in Vilnius, Lithuania. With absolute dedication and hard work, he motivated the team and built The V Golf Club into one of the best courses in the Baltic region. He was an asset to the course as Dale was highly regarded not only by the surrounding golf managers, professionals, and superintendents, but by the entire construction and maintenance crew as well. I was sad to see him leave and wish him well for the future."

- Johannes Vienings, PGA Professional; Germany -

"Dale Wesselman has the great ability to listen, and to clearly understand what is required to translate construction drawings into a beautiful golf course."

- Jan-Erik Lindblom, President, Aquadesign International Irrigation; Danderyd, Sweden -

"Mr. Wesselman has a very deep knowledge of golf course construction and maintenance. His energy and enthusiasm is never-ending."

- Pranas Nekriosius, UAB Corolla Ventures; Vilnius, Lithuania -

"Dale Wesselman quickly impressed me with his turfgrass management skills as well as his construction and renovation knowledge. His performance here was always top-notch. I was especially impressed with Dale’s work ethic. He assisted me in consistently meeting important deadlines which often required him to work long hours. The superb conditioning of our two golf courses here at Sonterra reflect and confirm Dale’s commitment to excellence. His skills and leadership qualities are respected by our staff and peers. I have always found Dale to be a very personable, yet professional gentleman."

– Ralph Polito, Director of Golf Maintenance, The Club at Sonterra; San Antonio, Texas -

"Dale Wesselman is a fine person with a vast amount of expertise and knowledge. As our consultant, he gave us sound advice on our redesign project and helped immensely in the consultation with our newly hired Superintendent."

- James Buckley, General Manager, Parkview Golf Course; Eagan, Minnesota -