Vessel Released Limited Edition 2023 Season Opener Collection

Vessel is celebrating the start of the golf season with their 2023 Season Opener Collection.

To honor a time of year unlike any other, each piece boasts elegant hits of gold and a camo print in the season’s signature green.

Twenty Years of The Masters Data: What Does a Winner Look Like

With The Masters starting next week Michaela Shaw of Casino.org has done some data mining and collected stats on the last 20 winners. This includes things like equipment used, season average drive distance, and even average height and age.

There are some interesting findings and trends over the last 20 years, and this might even help you profile the eventual 2023 Green Jacker winner.

PXG Unveils New USMC Golf Ball

PXG has proudly introduced an officially licensed United States Marine Corps (USMC) edition of our Xtreme Premium Golf Ball.

Founded by U.S. Marine and Vietnam War Veteran Bob Parsons, PXG military roots run deep, from their product naming convention to our PXG for Heroes program.

Ryder Cup Course Architect Reveals a Design for Drama in 2023

With just six months to go until The 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome, course designer Dave Sampson says fans can expect great drama on the all new Marco Simone Golf & Country Club golf course.

Speaking on the Syngenta Growing Golf podcast, Sampson reveals the thinking behind a course fit for the world’s best players – and the need to create back nine drama.

The Difficultly of Being Paired with Tiger Woods at The Masters

With just one week until The Masters, golf fans are again excited for the opportunity to watch five-time Masters champion Tiger Woods take on Augusta National once again. However, those partnered with him come Thursday might not be as excited.

BetGeorgia.com utilized Masters.com to compile the statistics of the golfers that Woods has been paired with in the first two rounds of each of his appearances (44 rounds total) since 1997 and the findings are pretty insane.

EA Sports PGA Tour New Gameplay Trailer Ahead of Launch and Road to The Masters Invitational

EA released a brand new gameplay video for the upcoming EA SPORTS PGA TOUR, launching Friday, April 7 on Xbox Series X|S, PS5 and PC.

Featuring sports gaming content creator TheApexHound, the video showcases many of the incredible gameplay features that players will get their hands on when EA SPORTS PGA TOUR launches globally next week. Players will get a sneak peek at the famous Pebble Beach and Bay Hill courses, while witnessing an online multiplayer match also featuring producer Ben Ramsour.

SCGA, Los Angeles Country Club, and the USGA Align on 2023 U.S. Open Community Legacy Benefitting Underserved Communities

The Southern California Golf Association (SCGA), in collaboration with the United States Golf Association (USGA) and the 2023 U.S. Open host site, The Los Angeles Country Club (LACC), today announced the launch of a campaign that will create a community legacy for underserved and underrepresented youth.

The FORE Youth: 2023 U.S. Open Community Legacy Campaign will provide more opportunities for youth in Los Angeles and throughout Southern California to participate in the game and thrive on and beyond the course.

Pro's Choice Golf Shafts Launches New Graphite Design Tour AD HY Hybrid Shafts

Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts, Inc. announces the launch of the newly refreshed graphics version of the very popular Graphite Design Tour AD HY Hybrid shafts.

The Tour AD HY Hybrid shaft will include the modernized Tour AD logo and a fresh, new blue color.  The Tour AD HY Hybrid shaft specifications and performance remain the same and will become available on 4-5-2023 through all of the authorized Graphite Design dealers, golf club OEM manufacturers and retail locations.

TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley Announces North Course Renovation

TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley announced on Monday a major enhancement project on its parkland-style North course and practice facilities, with work beginning in late 2023. Renowned golf course architect Ian Andrew will lead the renovation, which will see the North enhanced as a venue for high-level championship competition while retaining its signature appeal for golfers of all abilities.

The project will begin in early August, with work scheduled to be completed by the end of the 2023 season in time for a grand opening alongside TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley’s new clubhouses, on-site accommodations and amenities in 2024.

Trout National The Reserve Features Championship Course Designed by Tiger Woods and TGR

Mike Trout, the three-time American League MVP and 10-time Major League Baseball All-Star for the Los Angeles Angels, with local partner and businessman John Ruga, are set to begin construction on a new state-of-the-art golf club in southern New Jersey.

The centerpiece of Trout National – The Reserve is an 18-hole golf course designed by Tiger Woods and his golf course architecture firm, TGR Design. Tiger and his team will also design a cutting-edge practice range and short-game area. Other club highlights include a trendsetting clubhouse, five-star lodging, innovative amenities, a wedding chapel and more.

PGA National Resort Showcases New Members Club Clubhouse

PGA National Resort – South Florida’s luxurious, world-class golf, vacation, culinary, events and spa destination – is now showcasing the dazzling results of its new, reimagined clubhouse for its exclusive, family-friendly Members Club taking the private membership experience to a fresh and exciting new level.

Located in the center of the celebrated resort and thriving Palm Beach Gardens residential community, the PGA National Resort Members Club exemplifies the fun, active and youthful lifestyle of the coveted South Florida area. Members enjoy access to 99 holes of exceptional golf including the mighty Champion Course with its famous Bear Trap to a duo of bold and innovative new Andy Staples-designed layouts, The Match and The Staple courses. The Champion Course has been the host venue of the PGA Tour’s Honda Classic since 2007.

Holly Hills Country Club Unveils Extensive Club Improvement Project

Holly Hills Country Club unveiled an extensive club improvement project aimed at enhancing the overall member and guest experience. Part of new local ownership’s initial strategic five-year plan, the improvement project features a $3.5 million investment into renovations to the club’s facilities, amenities and grounds. Phase one of the project, which is already underway, is expected to be complete by year’s end.

“Holly Hills is a special place with celebrated tradition,” said Holly Hills co-owner Darrell Guyon. “We are excited to preserve and enhance the club for future generations.”

Miura Golf Launches AS-1 Irons -An Inspired Collaboration with Champion Golfer Adam Scott

Miura Golf, manufacturer of the world’s finest forged golf clubs, today unveiled their newest iron, the AS-1. The unique design was produced in collaboration with PGA Tour superstar Adam Scott.

Scott has been on the tour long enough to appreciate the evolution of the game and the technology that supports it and knew that he needed to give himself the absolute best chance to win. When he set out to create the ideal iron for himself, he sought someone to work with who would understand what he was looking for and would also actually be able to produce it. He found the ideal partner in legendary club maker Miura Golf.

Cherry Hills Set to Host 123rd U.S. Amateur Championship

Cherry Hills, the historic William Flynn-designed golf course set against the panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains in Denver, is prepared to host its third United States Amateur Championship August 14-20.

“Cherry Hills hosting the U.S. Amateur Championship for the third time brings great pride to the club and the community,” said Cherry Hills President Kim Koehn. “The club has been hosting golf’s most historic championships since the 1938 United States Open, and we’re excited to add to the rich golfing legacy these fairways have witnessed over the past century. Together with the USGA, we share a powerful and galvanizing vision to host major events in a manner that welcomes, inspires, and unites all in attendance with a spirit of pride and appreciation for all the good golf can bring.”

PXG Staff Pro Celine Boutier Wins the LPGA Drive On Championship

PXG congratulates LPGA Tour pro and PXG staffer Celine Boutier on clinching her third tour win at the LPGA Drive On Championship.

Boutier also leaped to the number one spot on the Race to the CME leaderboard. “I feel like winning is something you need to do to learn. Getting a win this early in the season is really very satisfying, and I’m looking forward to a great year ahead.”

ADIDAS Golf Introduces Our Fairway Floral Collection for First Major of the Season

As a brand, adidas works collaboratively with – and supports – fellow changemakers on the journey to enabling access, equity and safety for sport’s most marginalized communities.

That includes golf, and today adidas is introducing the Our [Fair]way Floral Collection to reemphasize the brand’s commitment to female golfers while also supporting those who are leading and inspiring a united community of women in the sport.

PGA Tour Players Overwhelmingly Select Bushnell as Top Choice among Laser Rangefinders

For another consecutive year, Bushnell Golf is definitively the preferred distance-measuring device on the PGA Tour. The Darrell Survey Company, the golf industry’s leading independent and impartial arbiter of equipment use, recently reported that 99.3 percent of the 2023 Players Championship field used a Bushnell laser rangefinder to obtain accurate yardages during competition.

In a survey of 144 players taken during the Players Championship, 143 of those players named Bushnell as their preferred distance-measuring device. Bushnell has claimed the top spot among PGA Tour players every year since measuring device usage recording began in 2006, and once again has been crowned the distance measuring device of choice for PGA Tour players participating in one of the most competitive events in golf.

Aon Risk Reward Challenge at Valero Texas Open at TPC San Antonio

At just under 350 yards on the scorecard, the 17th at TPC San Antonio is a short par 4 that can be set up – and played – many different ways. When the forward tee is utilized, players are incentivized to go for the green, with 68 percent of the field making that decision.

From the back tee, a layup to the correct area can be beneficial. When positioned 60 to 100 yards from the pin with the second shot, players make birdie more than 34 percent of the time.

Edison Golf Company Introduces Edison 2.0 Wedges

Edison Golf, a company dedicated to revolutionizing wedge performance, introduces the new EDISON 2.0 wedges for 2023, the 2nd generation of innovative wedges specifically designed for forgiveness, distance control and versatile turf interaction, without sacrificing shot making precision. EDISON 2.0 wedges are now available for pre-order, with order fulfillment to begin by mid-April.

The new EDISON 2.0 wedges represent a quantum leap in wedge design, as they are the only wedges on the market specifically designed around a multi-year study of the way recreational golfers hit their wedges, as opposed to being designed only for the extraordinary skills of elite tour players.

First Place Finish for Fujikura Ventus on PGA Tour and DP World Tour

Fujikura, the leader in performance golf shafts, was honored to be the #1 driver and wood shaft at both events on the PGA Tour last week. Fujikura shafts featured in the bags of the majority of the field at both events, including all of the PGA Tour and DP World Tour winners who each had VENTUS in the bag on their way to victory.

At the WGC Dell Technologies Match Play in Austin, Texas, Fujikura shafts dominated the field, taking the #1 spot in both the driver and wood shaft counts. An impressive 39.1% of the field used a Fujikura driver shaft during the week, with another 31.8% using a Fujikura wood shaft. This included the eventual match play champion who used VENTUS driver and wood shafts on his way to victory. The 5-time PGA Tour winner used the VENTUS Blue 7-TX in his driver, the VENTUS Black 8-X in his 3-wood and the VENTUS Blue 8-X in his hybrid.

PING Introduces PLD Limited PING Slam Collection

It hadn’t happened before and it hasn’t happened since for any putter brand, but 35 years ago in 1988, PING putters were used to win all four major championships.

To celebrate the remarkable achievement, the company is introducing the “PING Slam” collection as part of its PLD Limited program. Precision-milled versions of the four winning models (Pal, Pal 2, Zing2 and Anser), respectively, will be dropped each Tuesday of this year’s four major championship weeks, giving collectors a rare opportunity to own a part of PING’s storied putter history.

PXG and GOLF+ Partner to Bring the PXG Experience to Digital Gaming and Entertainment

New PXG GEN6 Golf Clubs have launched simultaneously in real life and virtual reality. Through an innovative partnership, PXG’s new flagship line of blazing fast, beyond forgiving, and beautifully made golf clubs are now available in GOLF+, the ultimate virtual reality (VR) golf experience and the exclusive VR Golf game of the PGA TOUR developed by Golf Scope Inc.

“We are thrilled that GOLF+ will be the first VR platform to feature the highly-anticipated PXG GEN6 golf clubs on the same day as their real-world release. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, our virtual environment provides an immersive and accessible way to experience the latest groundbreaking release from the PXG team,” said GOLF+ president James Wright.

Arccos 2022 Driving Distance Report

The Arccos database is the world’s largest dataset of golf shot information and the only scalable provider of on course data across players of all skill levels.

By leveraging the data of over 650 million shots and over 20 million driver shots from par 4’s and 5’s,  Arccos is reporting how amateur golfers of various ages and skill levels are driving the ball off the tee. Below is what you can expect to see.

Former Sooner Logan McAllister Joins Bridgestone Golf Tour Staff

Bridgestone Golf, the #1 Ball-Fitter in Golf, announced today the signing of former college star Logan McAllister to its Tour staff. McAllister is great addition to a growing list of talented players sponsored by Bridgestone.

McAllister played four years at the University of Oklahoma where he was teammates with another Sooner star and recent Bridgestone signing, Chris Gotterup. Together the pair dominated with McAllister collecting ten top ten finishes and four wins, the second most wins in program history.  The Oklahoma native was a two time All American, a member of the Big 12 First Team, and a Haskins Award finalist.

PUMA Golf New Collaboration with Palm Tree Crew Inspired by Art of Golf and Music

PUMA GOLF and Palm Tree Crew have done it again by boldly combining the creative ideas of one of the most stylish golfers with one of the most iconic DJ’s. Yes, Rickie Fowler and KYGO have combined forces once again to produce the latest PUMA Golf x Palm Tree Crew Collection.

Aimed at players looking for comfort and style that works on and off the golf course, the new PUMA Golf x PTC lineup will make you feel like you’re in the tropics. The line isn’t just clothing, it’s a lifestyle. Offering a selection of polos, hoodies, shorts, caps, shoes, and more, there’s something for everyone who wants to combine the confidence of Rickie Fowler and the fresh vibe of KYGO.

Castiglion del Bosco Heralds Tom Weiskopf’s Induction into World Golf Hall of Fame

The Club at Castiglion del Bosco, Tuscany, Italy, has welcomed the announcement that the late Tom Weiskopf will be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2024.

Weiskopf, who passed away in August last year at age 79, designed the private club’s 18-hole course within the historic 800-year-old Tuscan estate overlooking the Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO protected landscape.

Blazing Fast, Beyond Forgiving, Absolutely Stunning: All-New PXG 0311 GEN6 Golf Clubs Flat-Out Perform

PXG goes from strength to strength with the introduction of new PXG 0311 GEN6 Golf Clubs. Blazing fast, beyond forgiving, and absolutely stunning, PXG 0311 GEN6 Drivers, Fairways, Hybrids, and Irons are loaded with advanced technologies, are made from top-quality materials, and include the most impactful precision weighting system in the golf industry.

As a golf research and development company, PXG's mission is to identify and deliver game-changing new technologies that offer meaningful performance benefits for golfers of every ability. With PXG's latest release, the company honed in on mishit performance. From head design to face material, shape, and thickness to adjustable weighting and robotic polishing, PXG GEN6 Golf Clubs present a refined design engineered to be built to spec.

Galvin Green Unveils Collection for First Major of 2023

Ahead of this year’s opening Major Championship next month, leading high-performance apparel brand Galvin Green is introducing a limited-edition First Major of The Year capsule collection featuring a new waterproof jacket and two floral print shirts that embody the iconic sights associated with the eagerly anticipated event.

Inspired by the key stretch of holes and the colorful botanical beauty synonymous with one of golf’s most traditional championships, the capsule collection consists of the contemporary AMEN GORE-TEX jacket in a fashionable look and two striking MOORE shirts in bright colorways.

XXIO Launches New Prime Line of Drivers Woods Hybrids and Irons

XXIO®, a global leader in premium lightweight golf equipment, is excited to announce the all-new XXIO Prime. The XXIO Prime is slated to officially launch in North America April 14, 2023.

The XXIO Prime features elevated power, control, and speed performance, all in an advanced set of lightweight clubs made for the moderate swing speed golfers.

Golf Datatech Unveils Rollback Survey on Proposed USGA and R&A Modified Local Rule

On the heels of the USGA /R&A’s announced proposal for a “Modified Local Rule” for elite competition that reduces the overall distance a golf ball would travel at extremely high speeds, Golf Datatech, LLC, the golf industry’s leading independent market research firm for retail sales, consumer, and trade trends, has unveiled a survey that provides immediate analysis of where Serious Golfers stand on the issue.

I recently conducted a survey on twitter with over 1,900 participants and votes that tapped into the pulse of this issue from golfers and golf fans alike and I'll show the results of my poll at the beginning here so you can compare to the Golf Datatech survey.

ECCO Golf Introduces 2023 Line for Spring and Summer Including All-New CLASSIC HYBRID

ECCO Golf knows a good thing when it sees it.  That's why in 2023 they've decided to bring back three of their most popular golf shoe models and simply make them better.

The 2023 Collection will also include one new model - the Classic Hybrid, which offers a timeless look with a modern twist.

Callaway Rogue ST Max LS Driver and Fitting Review - Play With Pete Invitational at Pasatiempo (Kyle)

It's flashback time to the Play With Pete Invitational at Pasatiempo for this guest review.  And if you're a golf nerd you're going to absolutely love this!

All the players in the Play With Pete Invitational at Pasatiempo were fit on the range for a new Callaway Rogue ST MAX driver and Callaway Chrome golf balls before their rounds began.  And the fitting for Kyle was as perfect as a fitting could possibly be.  Kyle calls his new Rogue ST Max LS "the most stable and best performing driver I've ever had."

Callaway Golf Announces New Jaws Raw Full Toe and Full Face Wedges with New Grinds

Callaway Jaws Raw brings raw scoring performance to your wedge game. Legendary club designer Roger Cleveland has created a new line that combines artistry and craftsmanship with cutting edge innovation.

Now available with grooves across the entire face to bring even more confidence and versatility to your short game. Available in lob wedges with Z, S, & W grinds, Jaws Raw with full face grooves offer a unique option for players looking for spin across the entire hitting area.

EA Sports PGA Tour Career Mode Features and Trailer Revealed

EA Sports is diving deep into what players can expect from its most in-depth Career Mode for PGA Tour launching Friday, April 7. Career Mode allows fans to experience golf’s biggest events with their personally created golfer and a dynamic and adaptive progression system.

Players can evolve their customized character’s skills with in-depth detail through skill progression, attributes, fine tuning shot types and much, much more.

Bridgestone Golf and St. Andre Announce Exciting Partnership

Bridgestone Golf, the #1 Ball-Fitter in Golf, today announced a partnership with the content creators at St. André Golf (@StAndreGolf).

The partnership between Bridgestone Golf and St André Golf will focus on producing unique and entertaining video content, including cameos from Bridgestone Golf professional staff players including Tiger Woods, Jason Day, Fred Couples, Lexi Thompson, and Matt Kuchar.

Augusta National Golf Club to Host Road to the Masters Invitational on Sunday April 2

Augusta National Golf Club announced today that it will host Road to the Masters Invitational on Sunday, April 2, the eve of the first official practice round of the 87th Masters Tournament and following the conclusion of the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals. Celebrity participants will assemble to compete in the soon-to-be-released EA SPORTS PGA TOUR: Road to the Masters video game.

Road to the Masters Invitational will stream live on Sunday, April 2 from 6:00 p.m. to approximately 8:00 p.m. EDT across the following platforms and channels: Masters.com; @TheMasters on Twitter, YouTube and Facebook; @EA on Twitch; @EASPORTSPGATOUR on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube; @EASPORTS on Facebook; ESPN+; and the ESPN app. An edited version of the show will be broadcast on Wednesday, April 5 at 7:00 p.m. EDT on ESPN2.

Shot Scope Launches Multi-Function X5 GPS Golf Watch

Shot Scope (www.shotscope.com), the industry-leader in advanced GPS and shot tracking technology, today introduced the multi-function X5 GPS Golf Watch, the next generation in the Company’s award-winning performance tracking and distance measuring smart watch technology.

Designed to be worn both on and off the course, the stylish X5 offers AI-powered performance tracking of over 100 statistics with a built-in step counter and accurate, real-time front, middle and back distances to all greens, hazards and doglegs on over 36,000 preloaded golf courses worldwide.

FootJoy Adds New Wilcox and Issette to Premiere Series Line of Golf Shoes

The Premiere Series family of shoes, inspired by golf shoes of the past and supercharged for today’s game, is far and away the choice of more Tour players than any other shoe.  Worn by the likes of Justin Thomas, Max Homa, Will Zalatoris, Cam Young, Jessica Korda and many, many more, the Premiere Series combines premium construction, performance innovation and unmatched comfort and support with a distinctly modern interpretation on a classic design.

FootJoy, the #1 Shoe in Golf, is introducing two new members to the Premiere Series collection with the launch of the stylish new Premiere Series Wilcox for men and Premiere Series Issette for women.  Both offer amazing traction, great stability, lightweight construction and a refined, modern twist on a classic silhouette.

Club Champion Fitting Studio Now Open in Crawley England

Club Champion, the globe’s top club fitter and builder, announced the opening of a new fitting studio located at Platinum House, Sussex Manor Business Park, Gatwick Road, West Sussex, Crawley. The store is open and accepting fitting appointments.

This is the second new Club Champion location in the UK, alongside the additional English locations previously recognized as Golf Principles. The brand also has partnered affiliations in Canada, Scotland, and Australia.

SQAIRZ Introduces BOLD Performance Golf Shoes

SQAIRZ, the fastest growing golf shoe company, has announced the release of their newest performance golf shoes: SPEED BOLD, available for purchase now at sqairz.com.

Make a statement—on the course and on your scorecard—by combining six BOLD new colors with the superior performance of SQAIRZ technology.

True Spec Scottsdale East Opens at Talking Stick Golf Club

True Spec Golf, the global leader in custom club fitting and club building, announced that they have partnered with the newly-renovated Talking Stick Golf Club, consistently ranked as one of the best places to play in Scottsdale, Arizona.

True Spec Scottsdale East will open on March 23rd and is the latest undertaking in a series of partnerships that brings True Spec’s bespoke fittings and best-in-class customer service to prominent clubs and resorts across the country.

Golf Simulator Market Forecasted to Reach $3.3 Billion by 2030

Indoor golf is one of the hottest trends in entertainment and sports, with the golf simulator market valued at $1.3 billion in 2021 and projected to reach $3.3 billion by 2030, according to Straits Research.

One business enjoying that trend is The Golf Room in Dublin, Ohio. The Golf Room is the premier destination for golf swing analysis, Trackman practice, golf fitness, golf sports psychology, and custom club fitting. It is home to everything a player needs to reach their potential.

Keswick Hall's Full Cry to Host 2023 U.S. Open Qualifier

Keswick Hall – the acclaimed 600-acre luxury resort set in Virginia’s scenic Wine Country – announces its celebrated Pete Dye-designed Full Cry golf course will serve as a 2023 U.S. Open qualifying venue on May 16.

Local qualifying for the 123rd U.S. Open Championship is conducted over 18 holes at 109 sites in 44 U.S. states and Canada. The championship will be contested at The Los Angeles Country Club on June 15 – 18. In 2022, Full Cry hosted the Virginia State Golf Association’s prestigious Mid-Amateur Championship.

USGA Announces WAGR Exemption Modifications for Amateur Championships

The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced two modifications to the World Amateur Golf Ranking®/WAGR® exemption criteria for amateur championships, effective immediately.

The changes are an effort to better help players plan their schedules and notify exempt players of their place in the field in a more timely manner.

Jordan Spieth Reflects on Under Armour’s Protect This House

When today’s athletes hit their breaking point, it's their team that pushes them to keep going. That's what Protect This House is all about. With the help of current and future basketball legends Stephen Curry, Kelsey Plum, Aliyah Boston, and Bryson Tucker, Under Armour is bringing back Protect This House.

These game-changing athletes will represent a bold team mentality and show the world what it means to fight for your team.

Cobra Golf KING Forged Tec Irons Now Available in Limited Black Finish

COBRA Golf today unveiled the limited-edition KING Forged TEC Black Irons, which will be available in both Forged TEC and Forged TECx models. Like the recently launched Forged TEC chrome irons, the Forged TEC Black fall into the “player’s distance,” category and are designed for better players from low to mid handicaps.

The irons feature three significant improvements over the previous generation Forged TEC irons including a new AI PWRSHELL HOT FACE design, a sleeker topline with reduced offset, and a lighter and softer foam material for improved sound and feel.  The irons also feature a hollow body design with tungsten weighting and PWRSHELL technology that together provide enhanced distance with improved stability in a more compact shape.

Miura Golf Launches CB-302 Irons

Miura Golf, manufacturer of the world’s finest forged golf clubs, today unveiled their uniquely innovative and visually stunning new CB-302 iron.

The inspiration for one of Miura’s most technologically advanced irons came from Shinei Miura, who asked himself, “Why shouldn’t all golfers enjoy the benefit of a penetrating ball flight?” The result of this never-ending quest for perfection is the CB-302, a cavity shaped iron that challenged the limits of Miura’s forging process, featuring optimized weight distribution unique to each irons’ loft. This newest creation boasts the largest sole width of any forged iron ever produced at the Miura factory, rewarding golfers of all levels with optimized forgiveness.

First Place Finish at TPC Sawgrass for Fujikura Ventus

Fujikura, the leader in performance golf shafts, was honored to be the #1 driver, wood and hybrid shaft on the PGA Tour in Florida, including the PGA Tour winner who claimed his Players Championship victory with all VENTUS driver and wood shafts in the bag.

At the Players Championship in Florida, Fujikura once again dominated the standings with the #1 spot in the driver, wood and hybrid shaft counts during the event. A total of 36.8% of the field used a Fujikura driver shaft at TPC Sawgrass, with another 31.8% using a wood shaft and further 19.6% using a Fujikura hybrid shaft.

Lydia Ko Relishing First Taste of Aramco Team Series

World number one and two-time major winner Lydia Ko is excited for her first taste of the Aramco Team Series this week, with the opening tournament of the series set to take place at Laguna National Golf Resort Club in Singapore.

Having started the season in scintillating form, including winning the history-making Aramco Saudi Ladies International at Royal Greens Golf & Country Club in February, the 25-year-old’s quartet will be made up of German star Aline Krauter, Swede Lisa Pettersson and amateur Andres Acosta Luque.

USGA and R&A Media Conference Video and Transcript on Future of the Golf Ball

Here's the transcript and video from today's USGA and R&A Media Conference on the future of the golf ball.

The transcript follows below and the video is at the end in a link.