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The 35-year industry vet will also continue to work as a strategic advisor for DLF and its Seed Research branch.

Better Billy Bunker announced that Scott DeBolt will take over as vice president of sales starting July 1. DeBolt will also remain a strategic advisor to DLF and its Seed Research by DLF brand, working with clients on new construction and renovation grassing plans.

DeBolt’s continued activities with DLF is designed to benefit clients seeking a single stop for bunkers and turfgrass planning.

At Better Billy Bunker, DeBolt will be responsible for helping lead sales strategy, expanding relationships across the golf industry and driving continued growth across the company’s product offerings. He will work closely with leadership to further strengthen the company’s position as the industry standard in bunker construction.

“We are incredibly excited to have an individual of Scott’s caliber join Better Billy Bunker,” company founder and chair Jerry Lemons said. “Scott is well-respected across the golf industry and carries the customer-first attitude, high standards of quality, and attention to detail that Better Billy Bunker has built its success on for more than a decade. Scott has been a longtime friend of the company’s, and we are honored to have him officially become a part of the Better Billy Bunker family.”

DeBolt joins Better Billy Bunker with more than 35 years of experience in the golf industry, most recently at DLF, and brings a wealth of knowledge across all aspects of golf course construction and maintenance in addition to a deep set of relationships.

“Better Billy Bunker has become the gold standard in bunker construction and client service, and I am honored to join such a talented team at this exciting stage of the company’s evolution,” DeBolt said. “The company’s track record, industry reputation and commitment to innovation are unmatched. I look forward to building on the company’s success, expanding our presence into new markets, and bringing innovative new products and solutions to the golf industry worldwide.

“I am also excited to continue advising, DLF, its Seed Research brand, and my clients to support golf course projects looking for elite turfgrass genetics.”

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