Grass League, Request for Startups, and No Reservations

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III. Grass League founders explain the humble origins of the par-3 night-golf league you didn’t know you needed

Grass League (Fund IV), a new par-3 golf league designed to reinvent competitive golf through televised events, focusing on team dynamics rather than individual achievements. Hosted at Rolling Hills in Tempe, the league emphasizes fun and competition, appealing to a broad range of golfers including amateurs and early-stage professionals. Grass League aims to make golf accessible and engaging, with events held under lights in prime time to attract viewers and blend high-stakes play with casual entertainment.

II. Crossbeam's Request for Startups

Crossbeam Ventures (SLAF I) is seeking startups across innovative sectors like novel financing, elder fraud prevention, and AI-enhanced labor marketplaces, among others. Inspired by Y Combinator's practices, they invite entrepreneurs in early to seed stages to connect for potential investments, aiming to address various market inefficiencies and opportunities.

I. No Reservations

In New York City, securing a dinner reservation has become increasingly challenging, with spots at popular eateries like new French-Korean restaurants and Italian joints being booked months in advance. The competition has intensified post-pandemic, leading to the rise of businesses and tech solutions that help diners navigate the reservation process for a fee. This new dynamic has turned desirable reservations into a form of currency, highlighting a stark contrast to the past when booking a table was a straightforward call away.

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