Thursday, December 29, 2022

Galvin Green Majors on Sustainability at the 2023 PGA Show

Galvin Green, the pioneer of premium apparel to protect serious golfers from extreme weather and enhance performance levels with complementary multi-layer clothing, has announced that it will be exhibiting at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando in January (25-27th) with its largest ever range of 100% sustainable garments.

Winner of the 2021 Sports Technology Award for Sustainability in Sport, the brand will showcase its comprehensive collection of eco-friendly outerwear, mid-layers, shirts and accessories on booth #7253 in the Apparel Pavilion at the Orange County Convention Centre.

Mizuno Excited to Return to 2023 PGA Show

Mizuno, the Japanese equipment manufacturer has announced plans to exhibit at the 2023 PGA Show from January 24th to 27th in Orlando Florida. Following two years absence owing to the Covid pandemic, the manufacturer will return to the golf industry’s biggest trade event.

Mizuno will showcase its fast expanding line of golf products, including the ST-230 SERIES metal woods along and brand new 2023 RB Tour and Tour X ball. In addition to phase two of the JPX923 irons launch – with the much anticipated JPX923 Forged and Tour models.

LIV Golf Brings World Class Field to Championship Courses in Arizona, Oklahoma, and West Virginia in 2023

LIV Golf has announced three new championship venues that will host tournaments as part of the 2023 LIV Golf League schedule. The Gallery Golf Club in Tucson, Arizona (March 17-19), Cedar Ridge Country Club in Tulsa, Oklahoma (May 12-14), and The Greenbrier in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia (Aug. 4-6) will welcome many of the sport’s biggest stars in the groundbreaking LIV Golf League teeing off in 2023.

“LIV Golf’s expansion to new U.S. markets adds to the growing excitement for the league launch in 2023,” said LIV Golf CEO and Commissioner Greg Norman. “More fans across the country and around the globe will experience the LIV Golf energy and innovative competition that has reinvigorated the sport, and these championship courses will contribute to the transformative season ahead for players, fans and the game of golf.”

Edel Golf Announces Expansion with Assembly and Headquarters Move to Denver

Edel Golf is announcing the opening of its new Headquarters, Assembly and Fitting Facility in Denver, Colorado. This move is part of a company expansion that will allow Edel to continue its growth worldwide.

The new Headquarters facility, located just North of downtown Denver, will give Edel more space to build out its assembly operations to react to the large growth over the past few years. It will also house a world-class fitting facility where golfers will be welcome to come in and get fit by David Edel and a team of other Master Fitters.

Original Penguin Golf to Exhibit at 2023 PGA Show

Original Penguin Golf, a division of Perry Ellis International, Inc., announces that the iconic golf brand will be exhibiting at the 2023 PGA Merchandise Show (Booth #7452), January 24-27, 2023 in Orlando, Fl.

“We are excited to be exhibiting at the PGA Merchandise Show and to build on the momentum we have generated since we re-introduced Original Penguin Golf to the marketplace,” Oscar Feldenkreis, CEO of Perry Ellis International. “The PGA Merchandise Show is an important venue for us to showcase our exciting new collections and we look forward to meeting with existing and new customers, PGA professionals and the media.”

Fred Couples is Back as Face of Ashworth

On the heels of announcing Ashworth Golf’s return to the US marketplace, Newtimes Group, a global leader of retail supply chain management, today announced World Golf Hall of Famer and 1992 Masters Champion Fred Couples is back as the face of Ashworth Golf.

Couples, who was outfitted in one of Ashworth’s classic polos when he captured the green jacket in 1992, will help reinvigorate the brand as he brings back the iconic Golfman logo when competing on the PGA TOUR Champions and other professional events around the world.

FlightScope Integrates Titleist Radar Capture Technology (RCT) into Mevo+ and X3 Models

FlightScope, the global leader in tracking and analyzing sports performance data, announced today that it has partnered with Titleist to integrate the company’s Radar Tracking Technology (RCT) to improve the accuracy and performance of its Mevo+ and X3 launch monitors in indoor environments.

Titleist golf balls with Radar Capture Technology (RCT) are designed to enhance the data capture of launch conditions indoors and deliver the most accurate information possible. FlightScope Mevo+ and FlightScope X3 have been validated with RCT in an indoor environment. The following Titleist golf balls are offered with Radar Capture Technology: Pro V1, Pro V1x, Pro V1x Left Dash and AVX models.

Callaway Apparel to Exhibit at the 2023 PGA Show

Callaway® Apparel, developed by global fashion leader Perry Ellis International, is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting its industry leading collection of golf apparel at the 2023 PGA Merchandise Show (Booth #6943), January 24-27, 2023 in Orlando, Fl.

“We are thrilled to be exhibiting once again at the PGA Merchandise Show,” said Oscar Feldenkreis, CEO of Perry Ellis International. “The PGA Show has proven to be a vital setting for us to showcase our new product lines to golf’s most influential retailers, media and PGA Professionals from around the world.”

Garsen Putter Grips Caps off the Year with 61st Tour Win

Trailing by two shots entering the 72nd hole, Matt Ryan drained an eagle putt to claim a 4 shot victory at the PGA Tour LA Chile Open while using a Garsen Ultimate putter grip. The champion has now claimed 2 PGA Tour LA wins this year using a Garsen grip. Adding to the recent PGA Tour LA Argentina Open victory, this now totals 61 tour wins for Garsen.

The larger size, half-rounded, half hexagon design of the Garsen Ultimate gives the player multiple flat surfaces on the front of the grip and a rounded bottom to allow the fingers to cradle the bottom. The softer, textured feel of this grip also caters to many players who like larger, non-tapered grips.

Thursday, December 22, 2022

Letters from Santa DAY 12 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: 12 Pairs of New Adidas Golf Rebelcross Golf Shoes (12 Winners)

Santa's loves his traditions and he thought it'd be a great idea to wrap up my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway like we did for DAY 12 last year.  I'm pretty excited about it, and a tradition is born!  12 of you are going to win 12 new Adidas Rebelcross Spikeless Golf Shoes for DAY 12.

And for the first time in my 12 Days history, Santa's going to be a guest reviewer and tell you all about the Rebelcross and why he likes em so much.  He's kind of a natural.

Club Champion Iron Fitting Review and Custom Irons of Your Choice: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 12

One of my favorite days of the year was back in August at Club Champion.  I was fit for a new set of irons and expected it to be an incredible experience.  I expected this because I already know the value of a Club Champion fitting having been fit in the past for a driver.  And I know the Club Champion expertise, attention to detail, and thoroughness of fitting is exceptional in every way.  What I didn't know was a Club Champion fitting could somehow get even better.

The experience was nothing short of amazing.  And I knew that day I wanted one of you to experience the same thing I did in my 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway.  So here we go baby!  One of you is going to win a full set of irons, custom built for you based on a fitting at Club Champion.

Wednesday, December 21, 2022

Letters from Santa DAY 11 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: New PXG (Custom Fit) Sugar Daddy II Wedges (Set of 3) and Any Battle Ready Putter

So it seems like Santa had quite the night last night.  A pretty wild dream, and I'll let him tell you all about it in his letter below.  What came out of it though was we decided to give one of you a custom fit set of (3) three new PXG Sugar Daddy II Wedges and any PXG Battle Ready Putter.

Yup, PXG Sugar Daddy II wedges and Battle Ready putter custom fit for you and then shipped to your front door.  Can I say it?  #ReleaseTheKringle baby!

TravisMathew and Cuater FULL 7-Piece Outfit: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 11

I want you to look your absolute best in 2023, both on and off the golf course.  So for DAY 11 in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway allow me to present to you a FULL 7-Piece Outfit from TravisMathew and Cuater.

Head over to the TravisMathew/Quater website and go NUTS!  You can choose ANY outerwear, polo, pants, belt, golf shoes, socks, and cap.  Yeah, you get ALL of em, a full 7-piece golf apparel outfit.  And it's not just for one person.  This year let's have THREE (3) winners!

Tuesday, December 20, 2022

Letters from Santa DAY 10 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: Full Set of New Mizuno Pro or JPX 923 Irons (Custom Built)

Letters from Santa is back baby!  Santa wrote me the letter below for DAY 10 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway.  Most of you already know Santa and I are buds.  And the big guy helps me out every year figuring out what to include in my 12 Days.

This year Santa's first letter is strong... really, really strong.  And we've decided to give someone a full set of custom built new Mizuno irons.  You can choose from any of the Pro models, the 221, 223, or 225.  And you can also go for the new JPX 923 models, the Hot Metal, Hot Metal Pro, or Hot Metal High Launch.

Tiger Woods Hand Signed 2019 Masters Flag: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 10

It was one of the greatest Masters Tournaments in history.  One of the most memorable major championships of all time.  And a comeback in sports history unlike any other.

When Tiger Woods won The Masters in 2019 it became a "where were you when?" moment for the ages that drew in millions to witness the resolve of the human spirit and the irrefutable greatness of Tiger.  And one of you is going to win a Tiger hand signed 2019 Masters flag along with a "TIGER" Bridgestone Golf Tour B XS ball just like the one he used in victory.

Monday, December 19, 2022

2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas KRINGLE Tee to Green FLASH FOUR Golf Giveaways

Every year my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas is all about the spirit of the season and having a lot of fun along the way.  This year in addition to the DAY giveaways and JingleBAM giveaways we saw Stocking Stuffer Saturday and Sunday for the first time.  Letters from Santa is going to make an appearance soon as well.  And we have another new appearance in 12 Days coming today.

Get ready for the PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas KRINGLE Tee to Green FLASH FOUR giveaways!  There will be four consecutive giveaways to help everyone drive it longer, judge it better, wedge it closer, and make more putts!

Sunday, December 18, 2022

New Aerotech SteelFiber Private Reserve Iron Shafts (FULL Set of 11): 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 9

They're one of my absolute favorite shafts to play in my irons.  And I'm in good company.  The Aerotech SteelFiber shafts also have more PGA Tour wins than any graphite iron shafts in history, and are used by many players (including World No. 2 Nelly Korda).

And now one of you is going to win your own FULL Set of (11) Aerotech SteelFiber Private Reserve shafts.  How are the Private Reserve different?  I'll get to that below but in a nutshell if you were a Tour pro the SteelFiber Private Reserves are as exacting as any specifications you could ask for or want.

Saturday, December 17, 2022

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 8 Golf Giveaway: Galvin Green Armstrong Gore-Tex Jacket and Arthur Gore-Tex Pants Review

When bad weather hits and you throw on a Galvin Green Armstrong Gore-Tex Paclite jacket and Arthur Gore-Tex Paclite pants rain and wind don't stand a chance.  Protecting you from the nastiest of conditions with unequaled performance, Armstrong and Arthur puts you in full tactical mode against Mother Nature.

One of you is going to win your very own Armstrong jacket and Arthur pants in this Galvin Green ultimate rain gear package.  You can check out all the color options on Galvin Green's website.  And it's not an exaggeration to call this an ultimate package.  Armstrong and Arthur offer legendary protection from all the elements. I know this because I played full rounds in ridiculously rainy and windy conditions and each time remained completely dry and comfortable.

Titleist Players Backpack and 2023 White Box Pro V1 and Pro V1x Golf Balls: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 8

You saw this one coming.  That FJ mystery box that arrived earlier in the week actually had some hot Titleist swag in it.  Specifically two new Titleist Players Backpacks and 2023 White Box (boxes actually) Pro V1 and Pro V1x golf balls.

So we're giving away two Titleist packages.  Each winner will receive a Players Backpack and a choice of one dozen 2023 White Box Pro V1 or Pro V1x golf balls. Boom!

Friday, December 16, 2022

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 7 Golf Giveaway: SIK Golf Putter Review

SIK Golf has impressed me thoroughly since I first played one of their putters a few years back.  Currently have three models and know I'll be testing and playing other SIK putters as well.  And can tell you their DLT is legit, roll is pure, and and feel and balance is superb.  With all my SIK putters.

SIK gives you pretty  much everything you'd want from a putter.  And I can't say enough good things about SIK putters honestly.  So that's why I'm pumped to let you know my JingleBAM Day 7 prize is any SIK Golf putter you want!  Seriously, ANY PUTTER.  Pro, DW, Flo, SIK's going to custom build you a putter exactly how you want it.  Any model, any finish, any length.  You probably want to check out SIK Golf's webs site to get a feel for all the different models and heads and options.  And I'll certainly help with any questions you might have.

Duca del Cosma Golf Shoes Review: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 7

I've been reviewing and telling you guys about Duca del Cosma golf shoes for awhile now.  The comfort is luscious.  Traction is outstanding.  And quality, materials, and workmanship are flat-out exceptional.

Duca has grown fast in the last few years, have signed a six-time European Tour champion to wear it's hand-crafted, distinctive footwear, and are no longer flying under the radar.  Today Duca is a strong presence in the golf shoe game.  And three of you will receive Any Pair of Duca golf shoes you want from their Entire 2022-2023 Collection.  Yes that's THREE winners!

Thursday, December 15, 2022

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 6 Golf Giveaway: Vessel Golf VLS Stand Bag Review

What can I tell you about Vessel Golf bags that I haven't already told you?  They're sophisticated, and luxurious.  They're a pure delight to carry, brimming with nostalgia that takes you back to a time when golf in its purest form was enjoying the walk.

I've carried and reviewed the Vessel Player II and Player III bags.  The VLS, VLX, VLX Lux, and Lux cart bags as well.  What they all have in common is a meticulous character of elaborate detail and uncommonly superb workmanship.  And in my DAY 6 JingleBAM giveaway one of you is going to wind up with your very own Vessel Golf VLS Stand Bag (Grey) where old school design meets modern enrichment.

FootJoy ThermoSeries Layering Apparel Review: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 6

If you can't escape the winter chill, FootJoy wants you to at least be able to neutralize it.  So say hello to the new 2022 FootJoy ThermoSeries apparel layering system.  Well actually, say hello to it again.  I already reviewed every piece in this cold weather line for you earlier this year.  And now one of you is going to win your own ThermoSeries 3-piece outfit.

You can choose three (3) pieces in any color and size from this advanced layering collection which includes a ThermoSeries Hybrid Jacket, Vest, Mid-Layer, Base-Layer, and Pants.  I found all pieces to be extremely high quality with top marks for warmth, comfort, and movement.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 5 Golf Giveaway: Motocaddy M7 Remote Electric Caddy Review

The Motocaddy M7 Remote Electric Caddy was one of the most fun things I reviewed all year.  I showed you how to use it - short answer: simple.  What it does - short answer: just about everything.  And how it performs uphill and downhill - short answer: chef's kiss.

And now in my JingleBAM Day 5 one of you is going to win your very own Motocaddy M7 along with an accessories package that includes a drink holder, an umbrella holder, a device cradle and more!  This baby truly does everything and does everything well.  I absolutely love my M7 Remote Electric Caddy.

Evnroll V-Series Putter Review: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 5

I've tested and played three different Evnroll V-Series milled putters over the past year.  And with each putter my immediate impressions were exactly the same.  I can see V-Series as the kind of putters someone uses just one time and then doesn't even consider trying anything else afterwards.  They're really that good.

The ER2v wide flange mallet, ER5v winged mallet, and ER11vx full-size mallet are all extremely forgiving across the entire face, deliver a deliciously soft click at impact, and are responsive with consistency of results even when your putts are not perfect.  And one of you will be able to choose any of the six different putters in the V-Series line.  You can choose any putter, any length, and any of six different hosels (more on this in a bit) and see all the putters here.

Monday, December 12, 2022

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 4 Golf Giveaway: Fujikura Ventus TR Shaft Review

Fujikura Golf had one hell of a year.  Their shafts were used by 23 PGA Tour champions including Major Championships, international titles, and the Tour Championship.  And Fujikura's new line of Ventus TR shafts were in both the drivers and woods for the top three players in the world.

I was fit multiple times this year for many different drivers this year, and the Fujikura Ventus TR Blue seemed to always be the shaft that was one of the best for me.  I have it in a handful of drivers and woods.  And for JingleBAM DAY 4 one of you will win any Ventus TR shaft you want.  Choose from Blue, Red, or Black, any weight, any flex.  I'll even see what I can do to get it cut and gripped at the length you want with whatever driver you want to use it in.  You can read about the Ventus TR Blue, Red, and Black specs and technology here.

Edel Golf SMS Forged Wedge Review: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 4

From players on professional Tours to weekend warriors the short game is your most important tool.  And Edel Golf has designed a groundbreaking wedge with removable weight technology that will help anyone hit the ball closer to those hard to reach pins and spin the ball like it was attached to a yoyo.

Edel's new SMS wedges allow you to move around three different weights that ultimately fit the wedge to your unique swing and game.  And one of you will win a custom set of three (3) Edel SMS wedges.  You can choose any loft (between 48 and 60 degrees), any of four fantastic grinds, and any flex.  I'll help the winner figure out what combination might be best for their game.

Saturday, December 10, 2022

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 3 Golf Giveaway: Bridgestone Golf 12 Dozen (Year Supply) of Tour B Golf Balls

Don't know if you heard but some dude named Tiger is playing tonight?  Grin... yeah it's an exhibition match, but tonight's Capital One The Match pitting Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy against Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas has all the feels of something that could put exhibition golf back on the map.

Tiger recently switched from the Bridgestone Golf Tour B XS to the Tour B X, and I believe tonight is the first time he'll be using it competitively.  And so it seems a perfect day to have my JingleBAM DAY 3 giveaway.  A full year's supply, 12 dozen 2022 Bridgestone Golf Tour B balls.  The winner can choose from any of the Tour B X, Tour B XS, Tour B RX, or Tour B RXS.

Full Set (4-PW) of Cobra Golf 2023 T-Rail Irons or 2022 LTDx Irons: PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 3

I asked you about a month ago if you'd like to see a full set of Cobra Golf 2022 LTDx irons or Cobra Golf 2023 T-Rail irons in my 12 Days of Christmas this year.  Both models were strong performers for me and two of the easiest to hit Cobra irons I've ever played.

And the results were split.  About half of you wanted to see the new T-Rail, and the other half wanted to see LTDx.  So I'm letting you decide for DAY 3!  The winner can choose whichever set they want, T-Rail or LTDx, any flex, RH or LH.  Sets include 7 irons, and the T-Rail have a dedicated 4H hybrid as well.

Friday, December 9, 2022

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 2 Golf Giveaway: Original Penguin Performance Quarter Zip Hoodie and Insulated Puffer Vest Review

I think you guys knew this was coming.  I know you hoped it was.  So for my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 2 giveaway someone's going to win both the Original Penguin Performance Quarter Zip Hoodie and Insulated Puffer Vest from their new 2022-23 Polar Pete Golf Collection.

You can go to their site and click on the links above to see color options available and choose whatever size you want. I love the Original Penguin brand because it's really defined the way we dress today.  It's timeless and it's cool.  You might even say OP is OG.  And this new Polar Pete Collection is true to OP's retro roots, while still looking contemporary and feeling fantastic both on and of the course.

Callaway Rogue ST MAX Driver Review: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 2

Ask some golfers and they'll tell you they'd rather be longer off the tee even if it means being less accurate.  Others will say being in the fairway with driver makes the game easier and they're willing to sacrifice some distance to keep drives in play.

To all these players Callaway says with their new Rogue ST MAX driver you can have the whole pie, distance and accuracy.  And one of you is going to win a new Rogue ST MAX driver of your own.  Choose either 9 or 10.5 degree loft, regular, stiff, or extra stiff flex, and RH or LH.

Thursday, December 8, 2022

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 1 Golf Giveaway: Titleist TSR & 2023 White Box PROTO Pro V1 and Pro V1x Balls Package

It's time for the first JingleBAM Giveaway in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas and this is the kind of package that's gonna light up anyone's face.

This JingleBam package includes one dozen 2023 Titleist White Box Proto golf balls (choose Pro V1 or Pro V1x).  It also includes a TSR Leather Valuables Bag with a Titleist/TSR Ball Marker, a Titleist/TSR Keychain and Bottle Opener, and TSR tees.  And we're not done yet.  You also get a Titleist/TSR Bucket Hat or Tour Cap.  And you can't buy any of this anywhere.

FootJoy Premiere Series (Tarlow, Flint, Packard, and Field) and Fuel Golf Shoes Review: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 1

Let's start Day 1 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas this year with a choice for you!  You can choose any model of my favorite FootJoy shoes of all time, The Premiere SeriesHeck, even Tiger Woods is wearing FJ Premiere now.  Each shoe in this series - The Tarlow, the Flint, the Packard, and the Field all get my highest praise with exquisite details, hypnotizing beauty, and unrestrained performance.  Absolute proof golf shoes really can make your mouth water.

Or you can also choose the sporty and very popular spikeless FootJoy Fuel golf shoes.  You probably saw Max Homa, Will Zalatoris, and Jessica Korda wearing Fuel regularly throughout this past season.

Wednesday, December 7, 2022

2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway

It's that time again baby!  My annual PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway kicks off tomorrow, Thursday December 8th.  Each year it gets bigger, wilder, and more fun than ever, and I'm telling you now straight up... Release The Kringle is going off the damn rails this year.  You're gonna want to buckle up!

We'll have more gifts, more prizes, and more winners than ever before.  And the prizes are freaking insane.  Pushing all the chips center table Jingle BAM insane each and every day.

Tuesday, December 6, 2022

ADIDAS Golf Named Official Apparel and Footwear Sponsor of CGX Top 100 Camps

College Golf Experience (CGX) has named adidas Golf the official apparel and footwear sponsor of its CGX Top100 Boys and Girls Camps. Every camper will receive two adidas Golf shirts, outerwear and shoes, and will be scripted on what to wear at camp each day.

“At adidas Golf, we encourage and inspire young golfers to grow their game so we are absolutely thrilled to sponsor an organization that is dedicated to providing the resources they need,” said Steve Splavec, managing director of NAM and LAM at adidas Golf. “Not only do they have access to an exceptional group of collegiate coaches, but they’re now also being scripted in our performance products to further create a realistic college golf experience for their participants. It’s a fantastic opportunity and we’re excited to support it.”

ANNIKA Development Program Coming to South Carolina's Old Barnwell Golf Club

The ANNIKA Foundation – golf Hall-of-Famer Annika Sorenstam’s charitable organization – announces the establishment of the ANNIKA Development Program at Old Barnwell, a private golf club in Aiken, South Carolina.

Each year, four young women will be selected to participate. These individuals must be a recent graduate of a four-year college golf program in South Carolina, North Carolina or Georgia, or a resident of one of those states who recently graduated from a four-year college golf program. A selection committee will vet applicants and then conduct finalists’ interviews. Applications for the first class are now being accepted through January 15, 2023.

Monday, December 5, 2022

Club Champion Now Offers Over 65,000 Hittable Club Combinations

With additions from new brand partners like BADDAZZ Shafts and expansions within several brand lines, Club Champion has surpassed the 65,000 mark for in-store hittable combinations. The globe’s top club fitter and builder reached the 50,000 mark in January of 2021 and hasn’t looked back since.

“Another year, another milestone. 50,000 combinations was incredible, but we’re proud to say we’ve expanded our demo variety even further,” said Adam Levy, Club Champion CEO. “We challenge ourselves to offer the most extensive, in-depth fittings in the industry, and our vendor partnerships and the matrix of options available are key elements of our success.”

Garsen Putter Grips Captures 60th Tour Win

Garsen Golf congratulates Zack Fischer on his win at the PGA Tour Latinoamerica Argentina Open. Zack shot a final round 68 to finish at 18 under securing a 1 shot victory while using his custom Garsen Quad Tour putter grip. The champion now claims a spot in next year’s Open Championship. Adding to the recent PGA Tour Houston Open and LPGA Tour Championship victories, this now totals 60 tour wins for Garsen.

With a spine down the center of the grip, the Max is Garsen’s most non-traditional grip. This design makes the front of the grip sit at two 45 degree angles to the target line instead of a flat parallel surface.

PAYNTR Golf Introduces X 004 RS Shoes with New Softspike Tour Flex pro Spikes

PAYNTR GOLF, the fastest growing brand in golf, has announced the launch of the Payntr X 004 RS, the company’s first spiked golf shoe. The performance driven spiked model will be the first golf shoe to market to feature the ground-breaking Softspikes® Tour Flex Pro spike. The Payntr X 004 RS is available today at www.payntrgolf.com and specialty golf accounts nationwide, retailing for $200.

“This is a monumental moment for PAYNTR GOLF to introduce our first spiked product, leveraging the innovation Softspikes has provided golfers for decades,” says Co-founder and President of PAYNTR GOLF, Mike Forsey. “Our brand is all about delivering a footwear performance advantage to the golfer, specifically in the areas of traction and comfort. We accomplish this by focusing on the biomechanics of the golf swing and the on-course needs of the golfer.”

Softspikes Wins 2022 Hero World Challenge

It was a dominating performance for the twenty-five-year-old Norwegian who trusted Softspikes for the victory.

This was his second straight win at the Hero World Challenge. The winner wore Nike Roshe shoes equipped with his Pivix spikes made by Softspikes for the second year in a row. In addition to the winner, 80% of the field trusted product made by Softspikes and Champ Spikes.

Ahead Introduces Aerosphere Tech Fabric

In its near-30-year history, ahead has had a keen knack for shaking things up, continuing to evolve, and bringing new items to the marketplace. The latest innovation—to be introduced for delivery in early 2023—will be the new Ultimate fit cap series featuring the next evolution of the ahead’s signature Sphere performance fabric.

Two caps will debut with the new AeroSphere tech fabric, which will take the best-selling polyester-spandex hat and make it even better. Designed to dramatically help with cooling and moisture wicking, as well as evolve the fit, the Stratus (structured) and Frio (unstructured) styles will be formally introduced at the PGA Show in January 2023.

Casa de Campo Resort Villas Partners with 2022-23 Trackman Virtual League

Casa de Campo Resort & Villas – home to the Caribbean’s premier, luxury golf experiences, including its iconic Teeth of the Dog ranked No. 20 in Golf Digest’s “Top 100 Courses in the World” – announces its partnership with TrackMan’s 2022-23 Virtual League featuring a grand prize trip of a lifetime to the world-class destination.

In collaboration with Titleist and Casa de Campo, the TrackMan Virtual League is available to amateur golfers all over the world. The tournament consists of five individual competitions which began on Dec. 1 and runs through April 30, 2023. Anyone over the age of 13 is eligible to participate at a TrackMan-powered commercial facility, from their local course with TrackMan technology or in a private TrackMan simulator.

Sunday, December 4, 2022

Callaway Golf Extends Sponsorship of FCG Tour

Future Champions Golf Tour is thrilled to announce Callaway Golf has extended its sponsorship of the FCG Tour for the 2023 Tournament Program.

Callaway Golf will continue to be the Title Sponsor of the FCG World Championship now known as the FCG Callaway World Junior Golf Championship, that is the fastest-growing World Championship in Junior Golf. In 2023 the event will expand to 12 Championship Golf Courses and nearly 900 junior golfers from over 50 countries. Qualifying is already underway to play your way into the Championship.

SQAIRZ Releases Limited Edition Fire Ice Golf Shoes

SQAIRZ, the fastest-growing golf shoe company, has announced the release of their newest limited edition performance golf shoes: SPEED Fire & SPEED Ice.

The eye-catching limited edition duo is based on the award-winning design of the men’s SPEED.

Fidelity Sports Group Announces 3rd Annual PXG College Golf Showcase at Scottsdale National

Fidelity Sports Group, PXG, and Scottsdale National Golf Club, are set to host and televise the third annual PXG College Golf Showcase at Scottsdale National in Scottsdale, Arizona. The event will premiere on Wednesday December 14th from 7PM to 9PM eastern on GOLF Channel. The show will also be re-aired multiple times on GOLF Channel in December 2022 and January 2023.

The College Golf Showcase will feature six top collegiate golfers, four males and two females, along with two playing team captains, Pro Football Hall of Fame members Jerome Bettis and Brian Urlacher, in an exhibition shootout. During the 18-hole competition, the telecast will raise awareness and critical funds for the Semper Fi & America’s Fund and Mount Sinai Hospital’s Center for Psychedelic Psychotherapy and Trauma Research.

Friday, December 2, 2022

PXG 0211 Driver Fairway Wood and Hybrid Review (2022)

You've heard the expression less is more?  Well PXG is taking this adage to the extreme with their new 2022 0211 line of drivers, woods, and hybrids.  All of these clubs are damn long, immensely forgiving, and powerful feeling at impact.

And at a price of less than $200 each, it's like paying for a cheeseburger and getting a Porterhouse steak instead.

Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Madinaty Golf Club Shines Under Spotlight in Egypt's First International Series Event

Madinaty Golf Club delivered superb course conditions for the Asian Tour’s ground-breaking International Series Egypt event this month – which marked the first time the Tour had visited the country.

American Andy Ogletree secured his first professional title, winning the US$1.5 million International Series tournament at Madinaty Golf Club in Cairo. The former amateur star shot a final round of eight-under-par 62 to finish at the top of the leaderboard, just ahead of Austria’s Bernd Wiesberger, who shot 63.

PGA National Resort Offers Exciting South Florida Winter Getaway Offers

PGA National Resort – South Florida’s world-class golf, vacation,  culinary, events and spa destination – is offering vacation packages catered to golf groups as well as those seeking winter escapes to sunny South Florida.

Starting at $659 (per person, per day, double occupancy), the value-laden “Gold Golf” package includes one round of golf daily on The Fazio, The Match, The Estate, The Champion (with surcharge) or The Palmer (with surcharge) courses along with luxury accommodations. Guests can also take advantage of unlimited range balls as well as access to the resort’s state-of-the-art Sports & Racquet Club.

Original Penguin Brand Ambassador Cameron Smith Captures Australian PGA Championship

Original Penguin by Munsingwear, within the golf division of Perry Ellis International, Inc., congratulates brand ambassador Cameron Smith for winning his third Australian PGA Championship.

With the victory, Smith continues his whirlwind year, including setting the PGA Tour scoring record at the Sentry Tournament of Champions to go along with impressive wins at THE PLAYERS Championship and his first major at The Open Championship at St. Andrews.

Galvin Green Appoints New North America General Manager

Galvin Green, the leading high-performance golf apparel brand that has seen an impressive 54% growth in sales of its long-lasting garments in the North American market over the past year, has appointed Lou Delfino as its new General Manager in the region.

Lou, who joined the apparel brand with the largest depth of sustainable clothing for men and women golfers almost two years ago, has been promoted to the role from Sales Director and will manage the Galvin Green operation in the world’s largest golf market from his current base in Milton, GA.

Monday, November 28, 2022

World's Best Golfers Finish Strong with Fujikura

As the global golf season officially came to a close following the DP World Tour action in Dubai last week, Fujikura, the leader in performance golf shafts finishes another successful year on tour. Two Major Championship winners, the PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup winner along with a DP World Tour season title and World Number One, in 2022 – only the best chose Fujikura.

After a spectacular Sunday finish in Dubai, the current World Number One claimed his fourth DP World Tour rankings title, capping off another successful season on tour for the Northern Irishman. After a season which included three PGA Tour victories, the FedEx Cup title and multiple top-10 finishes, the European Number One has trusted the combination of the VENTUS 6X Black in his driver and VENTUS Black 9X in his 5-wood throughout the year, along with VENTUS in his 3-wood and driving iron in selected events.