North Little Rock, Arkansas — April 21, 2026 — Turf Materials proudly announces that its flagship line, Arkansas Premier Sands, has been selected as the official sands of choice for the Metropolitan Golf Foundation (MGF) and its renovation of the 124+ year old Normandie Golf Course. This partnership reinforces a shared commitment to delivering elite playing conditions and consistent performance across championship-caliber golf facilities.

Arkansas Premier Sands have built a reputation across the country for precision engineering, consistency, and superior playability. Known for their highly controlled particle size distribution, angularity, and exceptional infiltration rates, these sands are trusted by leading golf courses, architects, and superintendents seeking dependable, tournament-ready bunker conditions.

“We are honored to partner with the Metropolitan Golf Foundation,” said Michael Collins, Director of Business Development and Marketing at Turf Materials. “MGF and Jack Nicklaus are renovating Normandie Golf Course into a Jack NIcklaus Signature Design as part of a philanthropic project in North St. Louis County, Missouri. This selection validates the performance and reliability of Arkansas Premier Sands. Our mission has always been simple—deliver products that perform at the highest level, and support the professionals who demand the best.”

The Arkansas Premier Sands lineup includes:

● Arkansas Premier White – A premium 100% crushed quartz bunker sand known for its bright white aesthetic,

exceptional angularity, and industry-leading stability

● Arkansas Premier Pro – A high-performance sand offering excellent consistency and playability

● Arkansas Premier Play – A versatile, tournament-quality option balancing performance and value

● Arkansas Pro-Choice – A cost-effective solution engineered for dependable results

● Arkansas Premier Select – A premium topdressing sand designed for optimal turf performance

With distribution capabilities spanning nationwide logistics, Turf Materials continues to support golf facilities from coast to coast. The company’s Arkansas-based production ensures strict quality control and consistent supply for projects of all sizes—from municipal renovations to PGA-caliber venues.

MGF is the philanthropic arm of the Metropolitan Amateur Golf Association, one of the region’s most respected USGA Allied Golf Association’s, which provides amateur golf services to clubs and golfers and competitive championship opportunities throughout the greater St. Louis, Central and Southern Illinois regions. The adoption of Arkansas Premier Sands will further enhance playing conditions at Normandie and elevate the standard of competition across its member courses.

About Turf Materials

Turf Materials is a leading provider of premium golf course aggregates, specializing in bunker sands, topdressing materials, greensmix, and performance amendments. With over two decades of industry expertise and service to hundreds of golf courses nationwide, Turf Materials delivers products engineered for play and perfected for performance.

Media Contact:
Michael Collins
Director of Business Development and Marketing
Turf Materials
870-941-8303
michael@turfmaterials.com
www.turfmaterials.com