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K-State’s Sodcast: Interview with Doug Melchior, Manager of Golf and Grounds, City of Overland Park

Doug Melchior is a K-State graduate and KU fan (he spent a couple of years there before transferring to K-State) who has served as Manager of Golf and Grounds in Overland Park since 2015.  He worked for the City of Overland Park for years prior to advancing to this position.  Doug oversees the operations of the Overland Park public golf courses 27 holes + a 9-hole par 3 course at Sykes Lady Golf Course and 18-holes at St. Andrews.  The number of rounds they host is among the highest in the Midwest, which influences labor and maintenance.  CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE INTERVIEW! (about 25 min.)