Minjee Lee and Mina Harigae Share 36-Hole Lead at 77th U.S. Women's Open

Mother Nature gave the field in the 77th U.S. Women’s Open Presented by ProMedica a bit of a breather for Round 2 on Friday at Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club. Stifling heat was replaced by comfortable temperatures in the 80s and an overnight shower softened the course just a touch.

Give the world’s best players more benign conditions and watch the leader board turn into a sea of red numbers. A total of 26 players are under par through 36 holes, which is 12 more than the combined number of players in red figures through 36 holes of the previous three U.S. Women’s Opens at Pine Needles.

Ten Stats to Know from Opening Round of 2022 U.S. Women's Open

An exciting Round 1 of the U.S. Women's Open on Thursday at Pine Needles saw an amateur rewrite the record book in the morning, only to be topped by a tour veteran in the afternoon wave.

Here are 10 Stats to Know from Day 1 of the U.S. Women’s Open Presented by ProMedica.

Mina Harigae 64 Leads the Way after 18 Holes at Pine Needles in 77th U.S. Women's Open

Fifteen years ago, as a 17-year-old amateur, Mina Harigae made her debut in the U.S. Women’s Open Presented by ProMedica at Pine Needles Lodge and Golf Club. While the week ended with a disappointing final-round 80, Harigae would use that experience to help her win the U.S. Women’s Amateur Public Links title a few weeks later and play on a victorious USA Curtis Cup Team the following year.

Now 32 and a longtime veteran of the LPGA Tour, Harigae is back in the North Carolina Sandhills as one of nine players in this year’s U.S. Women’s Open field to have competed in that 2007 championship.

Royal Albatross Introduces New Mens Styles for 2022

Royal Albartross—the British premium golf and lifestyle brand of shoes and accessories—has introduced four new men’s shoe styles to its 2022 offerings, perfectly timed for Father’s Day gift giving and the heart of the golf season. These latest styles combine artisan craftmanship with sneaker styling to create entirely original looks.

“The versatility of golf shoes is more important than ever, as life with a round between working-from-home becomes our daily escape,” said Alex Bartholomew, Royal Albartross’ Founder and Creative Director. “One thing is certain, it’s now fair game to wear these styles with just about anything. The 2022 line reaffirms our stance to create golf shoe designs that look and feel appropriate from the course and beyond.”

LIV Golf Announces $100 MILLION Commitment to New Global Corporate Responsibility Platform

 LIV Golf today announced the introduction of LIV to Give, the organization’s new global Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) platform designed to support social and environmental efforts globally and in each of the series host communities. LIV Golf has pledged $100 million to support a broad range of initiatives targeting education, environmental sustainability, golf development programs, and the well-being of communities in the short and long term.

LIV to Give is embedded in the organization’s commitment to grow the game across the world and serve as a catalyst to inspire positive global change. As part of this effort, LIV Golf will work closely with the public and private sectors, host cities, as well as international and local organizations to assist in directing contributions to organizations of need for the greatest local impact.

Bridgestone Golf Introduces Patriotic Liberty Collection

Bridgestone Golf, the #1 Ball-Fitter in Golf, today introduced the Liberty Collection line of USA – themed accessories. Consisting of a MICROFIBER TOWEL, 30oz TUMBLER, two STAND BAGS, PREMIUM HEADCOVERS, BUCKET HATS, e12 CONTACT golf balls, and LIMITED- EDITION USA CAPS, all products in the Liberty Collection feature red, white, and blue colors for a patriotic feel.

“We are proud of our brand presence in the US market and felt inspired to come out with some patriotic products,” said Elliot Mellow, Marketing Manager at Bridgestone Golf. “The new Liberty Collection is a line of premium golf balls and premium quality accessories that provide patriotic color schemes and designs. The collection should appeal to a wide variety of players looking for understated, USA -themed items they can enjoy throughout the year.”

SIK by LA Golf FLO M Mallet Putter Review - A Little Hercules on the Greens

SIK by LA Golf has expanded their FLO family of putters with a new FLO M mallet.  They could have easily called this new putter Little Hercules.

I've had the new FLO M in play already at NCR Country Club and Pinehurst No. 2, a couple of courses with pretty difficult greens.  And what's truly amazing about this putter is how it combines a very lightweight, small profile with the kind of substantial stability and forgiveness you normally only see with larger, heavier mallet putters.

PUMA Golf Introduces IGNITE Articulate - Delivering the Ultimate in Flexibility, Comfort, and Control

PUMA Golf introduces its new IGNITE ARTICULATE golf shoe, taking cleated innovation to the next level thanks to an all-new design that features an articulating outsole, midsole and upper that flexes with your foot, delivering the highest level of support.

Built to meet the rigorous performance demands, quality requirements and aesthetic preferences of the world’s best golfers, the IGNITE ARTICULATE combines PUMA’s Tour-validated technologies in a lightweight, extremely comfortable package with a modern athletic silhouette that can handle any swing, from any lie, in any season.

Give Dad an Unforgettable Experience with a Club Champion Gift Card

Club Champion has you covered for Father’s Day this year — now through June 19, Club Champion gift card purchases earn a 15% bonus on denominations up to $1,000.

Considered the premier custom club fitter worldwide, Club Champion offers Tour-quality club fittings and custom-built clubs for every level of golfer. Each state-of-the-art fitting studio houses over 50,000 hittable head and shaft combinations from over 60 golf manufacturers, alongside the best technology and talent the industry has to offer. Dad won’t have to wait to test the suggested clubs; he’ll get to hit the exact club that will be custom built for him.

Arccos Golf Introduces Limited Edition Smoke Smart Sensors

Arccos Golf - the pioneer of big data and Artificial Intelligence for golf - is introducing a new limited-edition ‘Smoke’ finish version on its game-changing Smart Sensors to offer golfers the most accurate shot tracking in the game in a modern look.

Having recently launched its latest generation Smart Sensors (Gen3+) and Link (Gen2) wearable, Arccos is set to provide golfers with a rare opportunity to track on-course data with its new Smoke Smart Sensors using an exclusive variation of the product in a dark grey and black design. This sees the distinctive Arccos green replaced with a stealthy colorway for the very first time.

Oklahoma Senior Chris Gotterup Wins 2022 Fred Haskins Award Presented by Stifel

Oklahoma senior Chris Gotterup was announced today as the winner of the prestigious 2022 Fred Haskins Award presented by Stifel, recognizing the most outstanding male NCAA Division I college golfer for the 2021-22 season. The announcement was made today by Brian Stubbs, executive director of the Fred Haskins Foundation, and Ron Kruszewski, Chairman and CEO of Stifel.

Gotterup, a fifth-year senior who is the top-ranked NCAA DI men’s college golfer in both the Golfstat and Golfweek/Sagarin rankings, transferred to Oklahoma from Rutgers for the 2021-22 season. He carded victories at the East Lake Cup and the Puerto Rico Classic, and recorded eight top-10 finishes in 12 events overall, highlighted by his two victories, a runner-up finish at the Big 12 Championship and two top-3 finishes. Gotterup finished in fifth place at 1-over par at the NCAA Men’s Golf Championships Individual Championships on Monday, and advances to team match play competition with his Oklahoma teammates that begins today.

Titleist Introduces New Scotty Cameron Phantom X Putters

Adding performance options to the Scotty Cameron Phantom X family, three new Phantom X mallet putters – the all-new zero-offset Phantom X 5s and the updated Phantom X 11 and Phantom X 11.5 models – will join the 2022 line when they arrive in shops on Friday, June 17. These new mallets complete a 10-putter lineup of Scotty Cameron Phantom X high-performance mallets that have been trusted to multiple victories on the worldwide professional golf tours and are in play among dedicated golfers everywhere.

Seven new models were released in April – the Phantom X 5, 5.5, 7, 7.5, 9, 9.5 and 12 – with the new additions arriving in select Titleist golf shops worldwide on June 17 and available for pre-order on Tuesday, May 31. The full 2022 Phantom X mallet putter family features entirely new head shapes, as well as updates to popular models. The putters also include a new textured grip, new graphics and premium styling. Tour-preferred milled 303 stainless steel face construction carries through to nearly every new model.

LA Golf Announces 2023 Women's Initiative Led by Michelle Wie West

LA Golf pledged today to treat female golfers the way they should’ve been treated all along by providing its LPGA partners with support on and off the course.

LA Golf will provide its partners full healthcare including mental health days and paid maternity leave, as well as performance-based bonuses. LA Golf will also provide its partners with a personalized concierge service to handle travel logistics and on-the-ground support for select tournament weeks to create a more seamless experience, allowing players to focus on their game.

Adidas signs 1st NIL Student-Athlete Agreement wit/ Rose Zhang - World No. 1 Women's Amateur

Rose Zhang enters the U.S. Women’s Open this week as the best female amateur golfer in the world, having recently added “National Champion” to her growing list of achievements after winning both the individual and team titles at the 2022 NCAA D1 Women’s Golf Championship.

Today, she makes history again by becoming the first student-athlete to join team adidas by entering into a Name, Image and Likeness endorsement agreement with the brand. Earlier this year, adidas announced the first wide-sweeping, equitable and inclusive NIL network reaching more than 50,000 eligible student-athletes across 23 sports and all genders at 109 D1 universities.

How to Watch the 2022 U.S. Women’s Open Presented by ProMedica

The 77th U.S. Women’s Open Championship Presented by ProMedica begins at Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club in Southern Pines, N.C., on Thursday, June 2.

And fans both at home and at the course can follow the action more closely than ever before thanks to a number of new and enhanced viewing options.

Historic Hotels of America Announce 2022 Top 25 Most Historic Golf Courses

Historic Hotels of America® has a unique collection of the most beautiful, prestigious, and iconic golf courses where many champions have learned to play golf, competed, and made history. Many of these golf courses were designed in the late 19th and early 20th century, often referred to as the “Golden Age” of golf course architecture. These historic golf courses were designed and built by legendary golf course architects – many of whom are World Golf Hall of Fame inductees – ranging from “Golden Age” architect Donald Ross to more recent legends, such as Pete Dye.

Each course has earned its reputation, in part, based on the many famous people who have played including U.S. Presidents, world leaders, golf champions, film and entertainment celebrities, and famous inventors and industrialists. The golf courses named to the 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Historic Golf Courses list are some of America’s most historic greens. Today, guests can make their own history, stay, and play where champions have played.

USGA Announces Tee Times for 77th U.S. Women’s Open Championship Presented by ProMedica

The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced tee times for the first two rounds of the 2022 U.S. Women’s Open Championship Presented by ProMedica, Thursday (June 2) and Friday (June 3), at 6,638-yard, par-71 Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club, in Southern Pines, N.C.

The U.S. Women's Open is a 72-hole, stroke-play competition. A field of 156 players will play 18 holes of stroke play on June 2 and 3, after which the field will be reduced to the low 60 scores and ties. Those players making the cut will play 18 holes on June 4 and 5. If there is a tie upon the completion of 72 holes, a two-hole aggregate playoff will immediately follow. If this playoff results in a tie, the tied players will immediately continue to play off hole-by-hole until the winner is determined.

Cobra PUMA Golf Welcomes 12 Year Old Junior Golf Phenom Xeve Perez to the Family

Cobra PUMA Golf has announced its first name, image and likeness deal, welcoming 12-year-old golf phenom, Xavier “Xeve” Perez to the brands impressive roster of athletes.

At only twelve years old, Xeve has already had a memorable career. He began playing golf at the age of three and swiftly rose through the junior golf ranks, becoming one of the best junior golfers, winning over 250 tournaments, and making his indelible mark on the game.

77th U.S. Women's Open Presented by ProMedica - Fact Sheet

Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club will be set up at 6,638 yards and will play to a par of 35-36–71 for the 77th U.S. Women's Open Presented by ProMedica.

The yardage for each round of the championship will vary due to course setup and conditions.

77th U.S. Women's Open Presented by ProMedica - Inside the Field

This is the 77th U.S. Women’s Open Championship Presented by ProMedica. The first U.S. Women’s Open, played at Spokane (Wash.) Country Club in 1946, was the only one conducted at match play. The Women’s Professional Golfers Association (WPGA) conducted the inaugural championship, won by Patty Berg.

The WPGA conducted the Women’s Open until 1949, when the newly formed Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) took over operation of the championship. The LPGA ran the Women’s Open for four years but in 1953 asked the United States Golf Association to conduct the championship, which it has done ever since.

National Golf Links of America to Host 2030 Curtis Cup Match

National Golf Links of America, in Southampton, N.Y., has been named the host site of the 46th Curtis Cup Match, to be held June 7-9, 2030. This will be the third USGA championship conducted at National Golf Links, which has previously hosted the 1922 and 2013 Walker Cup Matches.

“We are thrilled to return to National Golf Links, one of America’s finest golf courses and a true cathedral of the game,” said Mark Hill, USGA managing director, Championships. “The club has been such an integral part of Walker Cup history, so for its leadership to offer to host a Curtis Cup speaks volumes about their commitment to the amateur and women’s game. We cannot wait to work with their leadership in the effort to stage another memorable Match.”

USGA Announces 30 Additional Players Exempt for 122nd U.S. Open Championship

The United States Golf Association (USGA) has announced that 30 additional golfers, including major champions Adam Scott and Keegan Bradley, have earned full exemptions into the 2022 U.S. Open Championship, to be played June 16-19 at The Country Club, in Brookline, Mass. These exemptions bring the number of fully exempt players to 79.

Exemptions were awarded to 27 players who earned a place in the top 60 of the Official World Golf Ranking® (OWGR) as of May 23, who were not otherwise exempt. Scott, who will compete in his 21st U.S. Open, won the 2013 Masters Tournament. He is ranked No. 42. Bradley, who won the 2011 PGA Championship, is ranked No. 46. It will be Bradley’s 10th U.S. Open.

Tamarack Resort Begins Restoration of Award Winning Osprey Meadows Golf Course

Tamarack Resort has begun restoration of its 18-hole championship golf course, Osprey Meadows. The driving range is expected to open to the public later this summer with the grand opening of the course planned for summer 2023.

While the overall layout of the course – with its mountain, meadow and lake views – remains, Tamarack and the original course architects from RTJ II have reimagined several holes to improve overall playability. Additionally, the course will feature a unique 19th, aka “gambler’s,” hole — a par-3 hole played at the end of the round to settle friendly wagers among players.

Major Dominance for Fujikura at Southern Hills

Fujikura, the leader in performance golf shafts, was proud to be the #1 driver and wood shaft at the 104th PGA Championship.

In a championship field at Southern Hills CC, Fujikura was number one in both driver and wood shaft categories at the PGA Championship. For the driver shaft count, 32.1% of the field this year used Fujikura, with another 27.5% of the field also choosing Fujikura in their wood shaft.

Adidas Inspiring Golfers to Play Green

If golf courses could speak, they’d likely say their favorite color is green.

Trees, plants, and grass are just a few of the verdant contributors that give golf courses their natural beauty, personality, and character. In the same way golfers everywhere are encouraged to do their part to respect the courses they play; Adidas is doing their part as a brand to respect the world we live in by making products with recycled materials. One of the ways they're doing that is with this PLAY GREEN Collection, made for golfers and designed with the environment in mind.

FootJoy Announces Multi-Year Partnership with LPGA Star Jessica Korda

FootJoy, the #1 shoe in golf and on the LPGA Tour, has agreed to a multi-year partnership with LPGA star Jessica Korda. Jessica is the first LPGA athlete to wear FootJoy from head-to-toe, including shoes, full line women’s golf apparel and a golf glove.

Already the #1 shoe and glove on the LPGA Tour, chosen by players like Ariya and Maya Jutanugarn, Brittany Lincicome, Austin Ernst, Bronte Law and countless others, Jessica will be the first player to wear FJ women’s apparel.

New Shot Scope User Dashboard Helps Golfers Improve Through Enhanced On Course Performance Data Management System

Shot Scope, the industry-leader in advanced GPS and automatic shot tracking technology, has unveiled an innovative user dashboard designed to help golfers improve through an enhanced on course performance data management system.

The Shot Scope online user dashboard is an interactive space for golfers to manage their data – whether post round editing of around or a mid-week analysis of overall game improvement. The new dashboard is a great tool for any golfer seeking more clarity on where to make changes in their game and it can be used in varying capacities.

Mallet Version of LA Golf Putter Released

LA Golf has released a mallet version of their LA Golf putter giving players another option to experience this unique design and feel.

The mallet putter used the same carbon construction and DLT face technology from SIK by LA Golf to create more consistent launch angles and a smoother roll, and is available in a variety of hosels including plumbers neck, slant neck, and slant neck face balanced.

Dunlop Sports Americas Unveils New ASICS Golf Shoe

DUNLOP SPORTS AMERICAS® is proud to announce the latest golf footwear model in partnership with ASICS North America – the GEL-ACE PRO M STANDARD.

“These [GEL-ACE PRO M STANDARD] golf shoes are tremendous in providing a solid foundation for my swing,” said Srixon staffer and major champion Hideki Matsuyama. “The comfort and support are unmatched and have played a pivotal part of my success out on Tour.”

Club Champion Hiring Nationwide

New careers and work opportunities in the golf industry are now available at Club Champion! The nation’s top golf club fitter and builder is looking to fill new positions in their Willowbrook, IL and Tempe, AZ warehouses, as well as their stores nationwide. Having recently opened their 100th custom fitting location and a new Tempe build shop, Club Champion is filling an array of positions to help support their mission of lower scores for every golfer.

Established in 2010, Club Champion is headquartered near Chicago, IL with fitting studios spanning from coast to coast. Now partnered with Tour Experience Golf in Canada, Golf Principles in the United Kingdom, and PureForm Golf in Australia, Club Champion has begun to offer their services internationally. Club Champion carries over 60 golf brands which allows for over 50,000 equipment combinations in every studio. Once fitted, the clubs are then hand-built by growing teams in Willowbrook and Tempe.

2022 Play With Pete Invitational at Pasatiempo Golf Club - How to Sign Up and All the Details

The legendary Pasatiempo Golf Club in Santa Cruz, California is hallowed ground in the world of golf course architecture.  It's the most beloved course designed by one of the most beloved golf course architects.

And on June 13th, eight of you will become a part of Pasatiempo Golf Club's storied 93 year history, and leave your own footprints on this Alister MacKenzie masterpiece.

TravisMathew to Become First Brand to Open Storefront at St. Andrews

TravisMathew, a premium men’s golf and lifestyle brand, has announced its partnership with St Andrews Links and the opening of its new store at the Old Course, becoming the first brand with an on-site storefront at this iconic location.

The new relationship between TravisMathew and St Andrews Links will begin in August 2022, with the opening of a permanent TravisMathew store next to the iconic 18th hole at the Old Course and near to the historical Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews building.

Cobra Puma Golf Introduces 2022 Volition America Apparel and Footwear and Limited Edition LTDx Volition Drivers and KING 3D Printed Agera Putters

COBRA PUMA GOLF has announced its 2022 Volition America assortment of patriotic apparel, footwear and accessories, along with new Limited Edition LTDx Drivers and a Volition 3D Printed Agera Putter.

The PUMA x Volition America Collection will continue to make a bold, patriotic statement, bringing red, white and blue to the course through bold patterns, performance fabrics and eye-catching footwear, designed to honor the men and women who serve. A portion of the proceeds from these introductions will go directly to Folds of Honor Foundation to support the families of American military heroes.

122nd U.S. Open Championship - Texas Final Qualifying

The U.S. Open final qualifying at Lakewood Country Club and Royal Oaks Country Club will take place on on Monday, May 23. Final qualifying will also take place on Monday, June 6 (nine sites, including eight in the U.S. and one in Canada).

The 2022 U.S. Open Championship will be contested from June 16-19 at The Country Club’s Open Course, in Brookline, Mass.

2022 Ben Hogan Award Winner to be Revealed Monday at Colonial Country Club

The Hogan Trophy Award Foundation, Friends of Golf (FOG) and Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) are pleased to present the three Finalists for the 2022 Ben Hogan Award presented by PNC Bank. The three Finalists, listed in alphabetical order, are: Texas Tech’s Ludvig Aberg, Sam Bennett of Texas A&M and Oklahoma State’s Eugenio Chacarra.

The Finalists will attend a black-tie dinner Monday, May 23, at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas, where the winner will be crowned. The winner will receive an exemption into the 2023 Charles Schwab Challenge, played annually at Colonial.

Tickets on Sale for 2022 U.S. Senior Women’s Open Championship at NCR Country Club

Tickets for the 4th U.S. Senior Women’s Open Championship are now available for purchase. The championship, conducted by the United States Golf Association (USGA), will be held in the state of Ohio for the first time at historic NCR Country Club in Kettering, from Aug. 25-28, 2022.

Fans will have the opportunity to experience all four championship rounds by purchasing good-any-one-day Gallery tickets, which are available as a single ticket option for $30 or as a two-pack for $50. The good-any-one-day ticket provides fans with the flexibility to attend the championship at their leisure and includes the opportunity to purchase food and beverages as well as complimentary parking. Juniors (age 18 and under) will receive free admission with a ticketed adult.

Pasatiempo Golf Club Unveils Plans to Restore Greens and Bunkers on Iconic Alister MacKenzie Course

The Pasatiempo Golf Club has announced, based on a Shareholder vote, plans to restore the original “push up” greens complexes and restore bunkers using modern construction methods. Located in Santa Cruz, California, the world-famous course was designed by Alister MacKenzie in 1929.

During the restoration, scheduled to begin in April 2023 and be completed in December 2024, the greens complexes and bunkers will be restored to resemble Alister MacKenzie’s original design, and intent, of the golf course.

New Galvin Green Collection Puts Pink in the Spotlight

Leading high-performance apparel brand Galvin Green is introducing a classy limited-edition Pink Collection that offers serious golfers the chance to update their Spring season wardrobe with long-lasting garments designed to enhance performance in warmer playing conditions.

The Pink Collection features a choice of four distinctly stylish polo shirt options, two versatile sweaters, a lightweight short-sleeve windproof jacket and a pair of fashionable shorts that can complement each and every one of the selected garments.

True Spec Denver Re-Opens for Season

True Spec Golf, the global leader in custom club fitting and club building, announced that its seasonal Denver studio will open on Tuesday, May 24th for the 2022 season.

Customers interested in improving their game with custom equipment can learn more and schedule a fitting session today at  www.truespecgolf.com/denver.

LIV Golf Announces Franchise and Player Relations Leadership Team

LIV Golf has announced it has appointed two sport industry veterans in Matt Goodman as President of Franchises and Laurence Miller as Vice President, Head of Franchise Operations. The addition of Goodman and Miller strengthens LIV Golf’s player relations team that is establishing the franchise model launching this summer as part of the LIV Golf Invitational Series.

As President of Franchises, Goodman will lead strategy and operations for LIV Golf’s 12 teams, including developing league and team policies, revenue, branding, and innovation throughout the business. Goodman previously served as COO/CCO at NYCFC, overseeing all commercial functions including corporate partnerships, ticket sales, premium seating, consumer and brand marketing, business intelligence and analytics, as well as youth programs. Over the course of his career, Goodman has held key roles with the NBA, Cleveland Browns, Madison Square Garden Company, and Mandalay Sports and Entertainment.

Titleist Introduces New 2022 Tour Soft Golf Balls

Titleist introduces its third generation Tour Soft golf ball, responding to golfer feedback with a new aerodynamic design for longer distance off the tee combined with a large, fast core for a responsive soft feel.

“The Tour Soft golfer prioritizes feel and seeks the softest possible, but they are also looking for all around performance,” said Jeremy Stone, Vice President, Titleist Golf Ball Marketing. “The new Tour Soft has been reengineered for improved performance from tee through green.”

Titleist introduces Next Generation 2022 Tour Speed Golf Balls

When the original Tour Speed was introduced two years ago, it was the first Titleist high performance, multilayer golf ball with a proprietary Titleist Performance Urethane (TPU) cover, and immediately provided golfers the fastest, best performing model in its category.

The reformulated Tour Speed continues to produce consistently fast speed, penetrating flight, and exceptional short game control golfers have come to trust and expect from this model. All of this was accomplished while adhering to the rigorous quality and consistency standards required to be stamped with the Titleist script.

U.S. Adaptive Open Set to Welcome a Global Field to Pinehurst in July

The full field for the inaugural U.S. Adaptive Open – a new national championship that will showcase the world’s best golfers with disabilities on Pinehurst Resort & Country Club’s Course No. 6 from July 18-20 – has been set by the USGA.

The USGA received 299 entries for the 2022 U.S. Adaptive Open’s 96-player field, and the field includes competitors from 29 states and 12 countries, including five competitors from North Carolina. The championship’s youngest competitor is 15-year-old Sophia Howard from Hudsonville, Mich. Judith Brush, 80, of Alexandria, Va., is the championship's oldest player.

Wilfong, Womble Rally to Claim Four-Ball Title in Birmingham

There is no more medalist jinx in the U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship. A pair of Wake Forest alums, Chad Wilfong and Davis Womble, became the first side to medal in stroke play and go on to win the championship with a dramatic, come-from-behind, 19-hole victory over Drew Kittleson and Drew Stoltz on the West Course of the Country Club of Birmingham.

It was the second consecutive year that the championship match was decided in extra holes.

Alternates Kittleson, Stoltz Among Semifinalists in Birmingham

Seven days ago, Drew Stoltz was preparing to fly to the PGA Championship in Tulsa, Okla., to host his SiriusXM Radio show, and Drew Kittleson was scheduled to be in Austin, Texas, for business. But one phone call from the USGA changed their itineraries, and on Wednesday, their lives could significantly change as well.

The two last-minute alternates from Scottsdale, Ariz., have taken full advantage of their unexpected entry in the 7th U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship at the Country Club of Birmingham. Kittleson, 33, and Stoltz, 37, won two more matches Tuesday on the West Course, including a dramatic 1-up quarterfinal win over co-medalists and top seeds Torey Edwards and Bret Parker, to put them two wins away from a national championship.

Duca del Cosma Partners with PGA Magazine

Award-winning Italian lifestyle brand, and golf footwear trendsetter, Duca del Cosma, has been designated by PGA Magazine as its Golf Shop Owners exclusive footwear company.

“We are thrilled with this appointment. Duca del Cosma is relatively new in North America, and to have partnered with PGA Magazine is an honour. Their influence with the PGA Golf Shop Owners, PGA Professionals, PGA Assistants, Buyers, and Merchandisers is vast. We intend to engage with these influential professionals weekly and monthly,” said Evelien Lauwers, Managing Director North America for Duca del Cosma. “This is a terrific opportunity.”

Golf Central Live from the PGA Championship at Southern Hills - 30+ Hours of Coverage

GOLF Channel will surround the 104th PGA Championship with more than 30 hours of studio coverage this week on GOLF Central Live From the PGA Championship on-site from Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Okla.

GOLF Central Live From the PGA Championship will provide comprehensive pre-Championship coverage Monday-Wednesday, followed by post-round analysis and insights each night on GOLF Channel following the conclusion of play.

Club Champion Continues Expansion with New Facilities and HQ Additions

The growth is continuing for at least one golf retailer in 2022 — Club Champion is seeing record expansion in every category, both domestically and internationally. In just under five months, the globe’s top custom club fitter has created a new base of operations in Arizona, expanded its Illinois build facility and headquarters, acquired three international partners, and hired new corporate leadership.

Nearing its twelfth year of business, Club Champion is recognized as the top custom club fitter in the USA and has recently expanded beyond domestic borders to claim the title worldwide. The brand offers Tour-quality club fittings and custom-built clubs for every level of golfer. Each state-of-the-art fitting studio houses over 50,000 hittable head and shaft combinations from over 60 golf manufacturers, alongside the best technology and talent the industry has to offer. Club Champion’s brand-agnostic approach has propelled them from a regional business to an award-winning international chain on an unprecedented growth trajectory.

Thrice as Nice: Medalists Roll into Round of 16 in Birmingham

Being the medalist in a USGA championship can sometimes add a burden of expectations. The common belief is that the great performances from stroke play will continue in match play. But as most golfers at the elite level fully understand, match play can be fickle.

All three sides who shared medalist honors in the 7th U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship at the Country Club of Birmingham were tested in Monday’s Round of 32 on the venue’s West Course. But fortunately for them, they did not see an abrupt end to their weeks.

Golf Datatech Research Estimates Gambling on Professional Golf to be Close to $5 Billion Market

With golf season in full-swing, Golf Datatech, LLC, the golf industry’s leading independent market research firm for retail sales, consumer, and trade trends, today unveiled the first-ever “Gambling & Golf Study,” providing insights into the state of wagering on the game, both during every day recreational play, as well betting on professional golf tournaments.

Gambling and golf have always gone hand in hand, and betting on the sport has entered a new phase that transcends buddies betting on their weekly match to wagering over the 40-week professional tournament season. This study provides insights into the current state of this new world order in golf gambling, based on a survey of 1,000 Serious Golfers.