Bridgestone Golf Collab with Period Correct Celebrates Golf and Car Culture

Bridgestone Golf today announced a collaboration with fashion car culture brand Period Correct on the launch of a limited-edition golf and lifestyle apparel collection. The premium DRIVE capsule of unisex shirts, sweatshirts, hats, and more is available now exclusively at BridgestoneGolf.com.

 

Period Correct’s position as a car culture fashion brand that focuses on automotive nostalgia and timeless aesthetics made it a natural partner for a collaboration with Bridgestone Golf, whose parent company has been a leader in the automotive category for nearly 100 years. Specifically, the exclusive collection celebrates vintage Bridgestone advertising campaigns that connect the company’s influence in both car and golf culture. 

Stitch Golf Unveils First-Ever Golf Shoe: SL Pace

Stitch Golf, a leader in premium golf apparel, bags and accessories, is proud to announce the release of its highly anticipated first golf shoe: SL Pace.  Crafted to elevate both performance and comfort on the course, this meticulously engineered shoe marries luxurious full-grain leather with advanced design features, making it the ultimate choice for golfers seeking style, durability, and functionality. 

“We’re thrilled to introduce the SL Pace, engineered with the same passion and attention to detail that defines all Stitch products,” said Brad King, CEO of Stitch Golf. “Our customers demand products that blend style with high performance, and this shoe does just that, offering unparalleled comfort, durability, and stability to help golfers look and feel their best on the course.”

Vokey Design WedgeWorks Introduces K* Lob Wedge

The Vokey Design WedgeWorks K* lob wedge, a popular grind on Tour with some of the game’s best players, is now available for the first time through WedgeWorks. The grind is ideal for the player with a neutral to shallow attack angle who plays on a variety of turf conditions. 

Like all Vokey Design grinds, K* is a product of the collaboration between Master Craftsman Bob Vokey, Vokey Tour Representative Aaron Dill and the best players in the world. The K* Grind originated from player requests to modify the sole of the popular Low Bounce K Grind lob wedge. Instead of the full, smooth sole of the K Grind, the sole of the K* Grind features a steeper pre-wear on the leading edge along with heel, toe and trailing edge relief.   

Arccos Releases Annual Golfer Driving Distance Relort

Arccos, the leader in AI-powered golf performance tracking and the official game tracker of the PGA TOUR, today announced the release of its annual Distance Report, showcasing insights drawn from the company’s unrivaled on-course dataset that includes more than 1 billion total shots and 180 million driver shots from male and female golfers.

This latest report explores data captured in 2023, a year in which Arccos saw nearly 4 million rounds played with its award-winning system by hundreds of thousands of golfers in 162 countries. For that period, the average driving distance for men was 225.0 yards, while women averaged 178.1 yards.

PXG Launches Exclusive Apparel Pop-Up Store within Scottsdale Fashion Square’s Luxury Wing

PXG is proud to unveil its first-ever PXG Apparel Pop-Up at the prestigious Scottsdale Fashion Square. Located within the luxury wing of the mall, this fashion-forward retail experience will open its doors on November 1, 2024, and run through April 2025. The brand-new specialty store invites customers to discover PXG’s elevated, trend-driven apparel and accessories collections in a modern, sleekly designed dynamic space.

While PXG has three standalone retail stores in the Greater Phoenix Area and 25 stores in total across the U.S., this marks a game-changing moment for the brand—the company’s inaugural apparel and accessories only destination.

Grass Clippings Rolling Hills Opens New Toptracer Range

Grass Clippings Rolling Hills in Tempe, Ariz. officially opened its new Toptracer Range, an outdoor, technology-driven, hospitality-focused entertainment and practice location on November 1st. The Range opening coincides with the reopening of Grass Clippings’ 18-hole golf course from overseed to day and night-time play. 

Toptracer Range allows golfers to play virtual games, see their shots traced, compete against friends and receive instant feedback on distance and clubhead speed. The fully lit Toptracer Range is open daily from 8 a.m. to midnight with hitting bays available to rent by the hour (includes unlimited golf balls) or medium and large buckets of practice balls are available for purchase for shorter practice sessions.

Where Golf Connects Family: The Ritz Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes

The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club at Grande Lakes hosts the PNC Championship, a favorite event among professional golfers featuring 20 major champions paired with members of their families.

It’s a tournament like no other played in a setting like no other: the breathtaking championship course designed by Greg Norman. Guests of Grande Lakes can play the same course enjoyed by many of the all-time greats.

Three Top Sustainable Golf Courses: Apes Hill Barbados, St. Regis Bahia Beach, and Big Cedar Lodge

In recent years, luxury golf resorts have stepped up their commitment to sustainability, aiming not only to offer world-class facilities but also to protect the environment and contribute to the well-being of surrounding ecosystems. A key marker of this dedication is certification by organizations such as Audubon International, which provides rigorous environmental standards for golf courses and resorts.

Following are three top-tier resorts—Apes Hill Barbados, St. Regis Bahia Beach, and Big Cedar Lodge—that have been leading the way in eco-friendly practices while offering unforgettable golf experiences.

Horseshoe Bay Resort Golf Academy Announces Strategic Partnership with Callaway Golf

Horseshoe Bay Resort, the premier golf resort destination in the Central Texas Hill Country and part of the Crescent Hotels & Resorts Latitudes collection, proudly announces a strategic partnership between its renowned Horseshoe Bay Golf Academy and Callaway Golf, one of the leading innovators in golf equipment and technology. This collaboration is designed to enhance the training and performance experiences for all who visit the resort.

The Horseshoe Bay Resort Golf Academy, which will officially open its 3,000-square-foot Academy building and surrounding 80,000-square-foot practice and training facility later this year, will integrate Callaway’s cutting-edge equipment, including the latest drivers, irons, wedges, and putters. Guests will also have exclusive access to Callaway’s advanced custom club fitting services and technology, allowing them to find the perfect match for their game and optimize their performance on the course.

Palm Cove Golf to Re-Open in Early 2025 as Private Club

Palm Cove Golf – five miles east of Stuart, Fla., 45 minutes north of West Palm Beach and once home to the late, great Chi Chi Rodriguez – has begun a transformation under new ownership.

Formerly open to the public, Palm Cove Golf will convert to exclusively private supported by considerable upgrades to the 18-hole golf course, restaurant and pro shop.

Carter Plantation Becomes First Course in the World to Install ReelGOLF Technology to Run Automated Par 3 Challenges

Players with tee times at Carter Plantation in Springfield, La., will now have the option to play daily, on-course challenges like Closest-to-the-Pin or Ring of Fire for the chance to win cash prizes. This is all made possible through the technology of ReelGOLF, an on-course video system that captures shots for players on signature holes (in this case, hole No. 14 on Carter Plantation) and runs automated par 3 challenges.

Carter Plantation is the first course in the world to install the ReelGOLF Challenge system, which is dedicated to providing golf course owners and operators with an ecosystem that turns their signature holes into profit centers.

Richland Opens at Reynolds Lake Oconee

Richland—the seventh golf course at Reynolds Lake Oconee—has officially opened for play. The new 18-hole layout was created by acclaimed course architect Tom Fazio by combining nine holes from his existing National course with nine all-new holes.

This gives Reynolds Lake Oconee two Fazio designs (Richland and The National) along with courses from Jack Nicklaus (Great Waters), Rees Jones (The Oconee), Jim Engh (Creek Club), and two by Bob Cupp (The Preserve and The Landing).

Shot Scope’s Jennifer Saxon Qualifies for Prestigious Concession Cup

For every golfer who takes the game seriously, the same six letters loom ominously, and almost constantly, over our heads when we think about our on-course performance.

In a sport in which “perfect” simply doesn’t exist, it’s the pursuit of B-E-T-T-E-R that has us all obsessed. “How much practice will I need to put in to be three shots better?” “How many lessons until this swing change makes me better?” “If I add 10 yards to my drives, will my scores be better?”

The ANNIKA Driven by Gainbridge at Pelican and BayCare Health System Launch 2024 Birdies for Babies Charitable Program

The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican and BayCare Health System announced today the launch of its “Birdies for Babies” charitable program surrounding the 2024 edition of the championship, taking place Nov. 14-17 at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Fla.

To give back to the local community, The ANNIKA has pledged to donate $50 for every birdie and $100 for every eagle scored during all four rounds of the championship (Nov. 14-17) with a minimum donation of $100,000 to the Morton Plant Mease Health Care Foundation. All funds received from this partnership will be invested at BayCare’s Mease Countryside and Morton Plant hospitals to enhance the care of their most vulnerable, premature babies, specifically with access to the NICU2HOME app and a new neonatal transporter.

Galvin Green Kits Out Squire Cup Trams with Leading Rain Gear

Leading high-tech golf apparel brand Galvin Green kitted out both teams at last week’s Squire Cup with the all-new  as Head Professionals and Assistants from the Metropolitan PGA section battled it out for the prestigious title at Fishers Island Club.

Wearing the premium brand’s stretchiest ever waterproof jacket, the team of Assistants retained the Cup with a score of 11 to 7 in the super refreshing Cool Grey/Sharkskin colorway, while the Head Professionals sported the eye-catching Navy/Cool Grey option.

The Million Dollar Round Offers Largest Amateur Prize in Hiatkry

A revolutionary era in amateur golf has begun with the launch of The Million Dollar Round.

For the first time, amateur golfers have the opportunity to compete for an extraordinary $1 million first prize, marking a historic milestone for non-professional sports.

The Pro Rivals Open Announces Inaugural Event

THE PRO RIVALS OPEN, a new competitive golf tournament series that brings together professional athletes from the four major sports leagues, announced that 33 former professional athletes from across the world of sports have committed to participate in THE PRO CUP this December at Innisbrook Resort.

THE PRO CUP will be played at the famed Copperhead Course at Innisbrook Resort in Palm Harbor on Dec. 10-14 and feature some of the most celebrated and accomplished athletes from baseball, basketball, football and hockey. The confirmed list of participants includes 19 players with a handicap of 2.0 or lower, six members of their respective sport’s hall of fame and five athletes who earned the top individual award in their league.

Nicholas Echavarría Wins ZOZO Championship in Original Penguin Apparel

Original Penguin®, a division of Perry Ellis International, Inc., is thrilled to celebrate Nico Echavarría’s second PGA TOUR victory at the prestigious ZOZO Championship in Japan. Demonstrating resilience and skill, Echavarría calmly rolled in a birdie putt on the 72nd hole for the one shot victory while showcasing his complete game and unmistakable style wearing Original Penguin’s high-performance apparel. The win solidifies Echavarría’s reputation as a rising star and Original Penguin’s role in providing apparel that blends style, comfort, and innovation.

Echavarría, who hails from Colombia, embraced the dynamic, fashion-forward clothing from Original Penguin that combines style with technical performance to meet the demands of the modern golfer. The victory underscores Original Penguin’s commitment to creating golf apparel that performs under pressure while celebrating individuality on the course.

Graphite Design Tour AD-VF Wins DP World Tour Genesis Championship

Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts, Inc. announced today that the winner of the DP World Tour Genesis Championship held at Jack Nicklaus Golf Club Korea, Incheon, South Korea was playing a Graphite Design Tour AD VF-95 X-Stiff flex Hybrid shaft in his Titleist U505 Utility Iron. The champion collected his second DP World Tour win after birdieing the first playoff hole.

Additionally, the second-place finisher was also playing a Graphite Design Tour AD VF-6 X-Stiff Wood shaft in his Titleist GT3 Driver.

PXG Tour Professional Nicolas Echavarria Wins ZOZO Championship

PXG Tour Professional Nicolas “Nico” Echavarria achieved his second PGA TOUR victory at the Zozo Championship. A significant milestone in his professional career, this victory not only solidified Echavarria’s status on the PGA TOUR but also showcased his impressive talent and skill under pressure.

“Nico’s dedication, hard work, and resilience have truly shone through,” PXG Founder and CEO Bob Parsons shared. “We are incredibly proud to have him as a representative of PXG, and we look forward to seeing his continued success.”

The Peninsula Club Re-Opens Following Strategic Renovations

The Peninsula Club, the esteemed golf and country club located on the shores of Lake Norman just north of Charlotte, NC, is now fully operational following a comprehensive renovation project, led by the renowned full-service golf design and land planning firm Beau Welling Design (BWD).

The completed work as part of the Club’s “Next Generation Renovation Project” features significant renovations to both the 18-hole championship golf course as well as other facilities to create a new and refreshed experience for members and guests of the distinguished club. The routing and footprint of the championship course remain largely unchanged, but several aspects of the original design have been adjusted to deliver a strategic, memorable and playable test of golf.

Omni La Costa Resorts Announces NCAA Championships Extension

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa announces that following the rave reviews received from hosting the NCAA Division I Women’s and Men’s Golf Championships in May, the legendary Southern California destination has been awarded a two-year extension to its already existing contract with the NCAA.

The Gil Hanse-renovated North Course at Omni La Costa will now host the best collegiate players in their season-ending championship through 2028. With the addition of 2027 and 2028, the North Course will host the event for five consecutive years. This will be the longest consecutive streak of the tournament being played at one venue in the rich history of NCAA golf.

MGI Golf Continues Relationahip with The Olympic Club on New Fleet Agreement

MGI Golf, global leader in technology for the walking golfer and maker of America’s No. 1 electric golf caddy, recently extended its partnership with The Olympic Club to deliver its fourth fleet of electric caddies while establishing its latest fleet offering at The Club at Ibis.

Through its Electric Caddy Fleet Program, MGI Golf provides access to its industry-leading electric caddies and enhances the walking experience for those who play at golf facilities around the world. Clubs that deploy MGI electric caddy fleets enjoy additional revenue streams while offering a unique and innovative amenity for members and guests.

Edison Golf Launches New Website

Edison Golf, a company dedicated to revolutionizing wedge performance for everyday recreational golfers, is pleased to announce the publication of their new website at www.EdisonWedges.com.

The new site clearly and concisely shows how the Edison 2.0 wedges significantly differ from the look-alike ‘tour design’ wedges from other brands, which exhibit mostly minor cosmetic changes from year to year. The distinctive back design of the Edison 2.0 wedges delivers the most efficient distribution of clubhead mass in the category to give golfers improved distance consistency, more forgiveness and enhanced spin.

Phoenix Country Club to Host 50th Professional Event in Illustrious 125 Year Histkey

Phoenix Country Club will host the PGA TOUR Champions’ Charles Schwab Cup Championship Thursday – Sunday, November 7 – 10. The 2024 season-ending event will be the 50th professional golf tournament played at Phoenix Country Club in the historic venue’s 125-year history – more than any other golf facility in Arizona (TPC Scottsdale is number two with 36 events).

The Charles Schwab Cup Championship has been played at Phoenix Country Club since 2017 after relocating from Desert Mountain Country Club. In addition to the Schwab Cup, the venerable downtown Phoenix club hosted the Phoenix Open 42 times, including annually from 1932-1954 and 1972-1986, and every other year between 1956 and 1970. The PGA TOUR Champions announced last year that Phoenix Country Club will continue to host the Charles Schwab Cup Championship through 2032.

Odyssey Announces New Ai-ONE And Ai-ONE Milled Extensions to Putter Line

Odyssey has announced extensions to their Ai-ONE and Ai-ONE Milled putter line with new models that feature the same core technologies of the highly successful existing line.

The Odyssey Ai-ONE lineup leverages Callaway’s industry-leading Artificial Intelligence design and super-computing capabilities to create the most advanced putters in golf.

Cobra Golf Introduces New KING Tec, KING Tec X, and KING Tec X ONE Length Irons

COBRA Golf,  a leader in golf club innovation, today introduced the fifth generation KING TEC, KING TEC-X, and KING TEC-X ONE LENGTH Irons.

Aimed at a wide variety of handicaps, the improved KING TEC lineup offers the ultimate combination of forged feel and looks, impressive distance, and enhanced forgiveness.

Bridgestone Golf Releases Halloween Themed B00 Tour B XS Balls

To get into the Autumn spirit, Bridgestone Golf is launching a limited edition Boo Ball - a Halloween-themed version of the TOUR B XS that staffer Boo Weekley plays on the Champions Tour. 

The packaging is limited and the ball features a unique stamp.

Canton Ohio to Host 2025 Team USA National Championship

Team USA Golf Events LLC is proud to announce the 4th Annual Team USA National Championship will be played on August 23rd  and 24th, 2025 in Canton, Ohio.  The championship event will be played on two of Ohio’s finest golf courses, Glenmoor Country Club and The Quarry Golf Club.

The Team USA vs Team Scotland Amateur Golf Championship enters its fourth season in 2025.  Amateur golfers play in local qualifiers across the United States throughout 2025. No USGA-GHIN Handicap is required to participate.  Golfers who win their flight at the qualifying tournaments win entry into the Team USA National Championships in Canton, Ohio. Amateur Golfers can also buy directly into the National Championships in Canton if there is no local qualifier in their area. The $285 entry fee includes opening ceremonies at the Pro Football Hall of Fame and two rounds of golf with the chance to win a trip to St. Andrews, Scotland.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 

Escape to JW Marriott Miami Turnberry’s Storied Championship Courses

Florida’s award-winning JW Marriott Miami Turnberry features two legendary championship courses – The Miller and The Soffer – each has hosted both the PGA and LPGA tours, offering risk and reward scenarios at every hole, against a breathtaking backdrop.

Hone in your skills at the Resort’s complimentary on-site Driving, Chipping and Putting ranges. Also, at the Resort – 5-acre Tidal Cove Waterpark, 25k sq. ft. Spa & Salon, and more. Conde Nast Traveler’s #1 Florida Resort three consecutive years!

Landscapes Unlimited Completes Irrigation Work at Baltusrol Golf Club and Prairie Dunes Country Club

Golf course developer and construction company Landscapes Unlimited has completed major irrigation work at Baltusrol Golf Club in Springfield, New Jersey and Prairie Dunes Country Clubin Hutchinson, Kansas.

At Baltusrol, Landscapes Unlimited installed a Paul Roche of Golf Water-designed state-of-the-art irrigation system and power communication wiring for a new Precision Air system on the Upper Course.  Gil Hanse is the project architect. 

TGL Presented By SoFi Announces Inaugural Season Schedule

TGL presented by SoFi, the new tech- infused, team golf league founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s TMRW Sports in partnership with the PGA TOUR, today announced its inaugural season schedule, premiering Tuesday, Jan. 7 on ESPN and ESPN+. The schedule includes 15 regular season matches, then a four-team Semifinals, before culminating with the top two teams competing to win the SoFi Cup in a best-of-three Finals Series on Monday, March 24, and Tuesday, March 25.

“TGL presented by SoFi represents a giant leap forward in innovation and sports entertainment,” said Rosalyn Durant, Executive Vice President, Programming & Acquisitions, ESPN. “We have tremendous respect for the work that the TMRW Sports team has put into launching TGL and we’re confident that our viewers are going to enjoy both the competition and unique presentation.”

Gamble Sands Prepares for 2025 Opening of New Scarecrow Course

Gamble Sands, the Top 100 golf resort located in Brewster, Wash., recently unveiled the name of its new 18-hole, David McLay Kidd-designed course. Scarecrow will open for public and resort-guest play on August 1, 2025, with tee times now available on www.GambleSands.com.

Located near the apple and cherry orchards of the Gebbers’ family farm (owners of Gamble Sands) and overlooking the Columbia River Valley, McLay Kidd and design associate Nick Schaan have transformed a twisted saddle of rolling terrain and river-view ridgeline into the second 18-hole golf course, creating what golfers will soon come to find as a counterpart yet contrasting experience to Gamble’s original and award-winning Sands course. Scarecrow will play to a par of 71 and stretch to 6,900 yards.

Discover the Best of Puerto Rico Golf

Puerto Rico continues to shine as a premier travel destination, especially for golf enthusiasts seeking an unforgettable experience. With 18 courses nestled amid breathtaking landscapes, the island offers an unmatched combination of exceptional golf, stunning ocean views, and several courses framed by lush El Yunque rainforest.

Visitors to Puerto Rico are increasingly drawn to its golf offerings, contributing to the island’s thriving tourism industry. The warm, year-round climate ensures that golf lovers can enjoy the sport any time of the year, making it an ideal location for winter getaways.

Original Penguin Announced as Official Sponsor for CGX Top 25 Camps

College Golf Experience(CGX), the leading educational golf camp company exclusively endorsed by the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA), is proud to announce a new partnership with Original Penguin, the renowned lifestyle brand recognized for its timeless style and contemporary flair. Every player at upcoming CGX Top25 boys and girls camps will receive two Original Penguin polo shirts, an outerwear item, and a hat, with scripted daily outfits, just like college golfers and professionals.

“Original Penguin is thrilled to partner with College Golf Experience and provide our iconic apparel to the next generation of players,” stated Brad Holder, Senior Vice President of Marketing for Perry Ellis International. “This collaboration is a perfect fit, as we continue to blend style, performance, and tradition in a way that resonates with aspiring athletes. We look forward to supporting these young golfers on their journey, both on and off the course.”

World Number One Scottie Scheffler Headlines 2024 Hero World Challenge Field

Following the commitment deadline, initial player commitments for the 2024 Hero World Challenge were announced today. Hosted by Tiger Woods, the 2024 edition of the tournament returns to Albany, Bahamas, December 5-8.

This year’s field features five of the top 10 players in the world (as of the eligibility date), including World No. 1-ranked Scottie Scheffler, the tournament’s defending champion who won Olympic Gold in Paris in August, and 2016 event champion Hideki Matsuyama. Nine members of the United States’ victorious 2024 Presidents Cup team and three members of the International team (Matsuyama, Sungjae Im and Tom Kim) will compete at Albany.

TOC Summerlin Winner Plays Graphite Design Tour AD

Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts, Inc. announced today that the winner of the Shriners Children’s Open held at TPC Summerlin in Las Vegas, NV was playing a Graphite Design Tour AD IZ-7 X-Stiff wood shaft in his Titleist TS2 #3 15° Fairway metal wood and a Graphite Design Tour AD DI-95 X-Stiff hybrid shaft in his Titleist TS2 19° Hybrid.

The champion claimed his 3rd PGA Tour win after posting a score of 64, 65, 66, 67 for a total score of 22 under par.

Honma Golf Launches Tour World 767 Collection

Honma Golf, the leader in beautifully crafted performance golf equipment, proudly announces the T//World 767 collection. The Honma team of engineers and Takumi (Expert Craftsmen) have created this array of models to cater to players of all abilities, ensuring that any golfer can find a perfectly matched set of clubs in the TW767 line.

Honma’s TW767 consists of three expertly crafted drivers, a fairway woods collection, hybrids, and four sets of irons designed to optimize performance benefits.