Wednesday, October 19, 2022

USGA to Return to The Los Angeles Country Club for 2032 U.S. Women’s Open Presented by ProMedica and 2039 U.S. Open

The USGA has announced that The Los Angeles (Calif.) Country Club will host the 2032 U.S. Women’s Open Presented by ProMedica and 2039 U.S. Open Championships. The club has previously hosted three USGA championships, most recently the 2017 Walker Cup Match, and will stage the 123rd U.S. Open next June.

“We could not be more excited to bring our two biggest national championships to The Los Angeles Country Club and extend our relationship with the club that dates back more than 90 years,” said John Bodenhamer, USGA chief championships officer. “This is a tremendous sports town, an enthusiastic golf community and home to a great venue for championship golf. We’re very much looking forward to next year’s U.S. Open and thrilled to be returning twice more in the future.”

Reggie Bush Joins Srixon Cleveland Golf

Srixon/Cleveland Golf is excited to introduce acclaimed football star Reggie Bush as an ambassador in a full equipment contract deal.

“We are thrilled to have Reggie join our Team Srixon ambassador program. His passion for golf made this partnership an easy choice, and we look forward to creating outstanding content with Reggie going forward,” said Noelle Zavaleta, Marketing Communications Director.

Forme Announces Ace Polo Therapeutic Shirt

With athletes in mind, Forme, founded by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Stephen Liu, created the Core Tee and sports bra designed to correct and train alignment of the spine/neck/shoulder/hip and increase joint movement, reduce injuries, boost recovery and provide better breathing for increased oxygenation intake. It is a sports and lifestyle wearable therapeutic. While Whoop is a wearable, it is purely a diagnostic; Forme is a wearable therapeutic and FDA registered medical device, and Forme has now also released a new Ace Polo shirt.

The Ace Polo Forme shirt instantly pulls your shoulders down and back, correcting posture and stance for optimal form, comfort and breathing. You don't have to do anything but put it on. No stretching, no exercising, no charging. Forme trains and nurtures your body's alignment, giving you posture that allows you to perform, think and live at your highest level while enhancing the fundamental basics of your biomechanics so that you can make the most use of your body.

Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Mizuno RB Tour Golf Balls (2023) - PGAPappas Giveaway Guest Review (Nick)

Mizuno Golf is renown for exceptional irons.  In recent years Mizuno has also earned high praise for driver and wood performance.  And now with their latest model RB Tour balls, Mizuno is legitimately turning heads in the golf ball area.

This guest review comes from Nick (@AllTruth16) on twitter.  Nick tested the new 2023 Mizuno Golf RB Tour golf balls. And in Nick's own words these "Mizuno has found a winner with this ball; it cuts through the wind with a really solid ball flight and flat out spins (on the greens)."

Pinehurst Resort Renews Guest Drive Program with Complimentary Vehicles from BMW

Pinehurst Resort, host venue for the 2024 U.S. Open, today announces the renewal of its exclusive partnership with BMW of North America to provide guests with complimentary access to the latest BMW vehicles during their stay at the resort via the “Guest Drive Program.”

Guests of the “Cradle of American Golf” will have the opportunity to explore the unique beauty of North Carolina’s famed Sandhills region behind the wheel of their preferred “Ultimate Driving Machine.”  Pinehurst Resort’s “Guest Drive Program” is available to all registered guests with a valid driver’s license from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesdays through Sundays.

New 2022 PXG 0211 Woods Offer Premium Performance at a Bargain Price

PXG has officially released its new PXG® 0211® Woods including Drivers, Fairways, and Hybrids. Approachable and advanced, PXG 0211 Woods are engineered to deliver easy-to-hit performance wrapped in a clean, classic design at an irresistible price.

Since entering the golf equipment industry, PXG has remained steadfast in its mission to unleash game-changing new technologies that elevate on-course performance for golfers at every level of the game. The new PXG 0211 Woods leverage years of data collected by the company’s golf club fitters and rigorous testing by the engineering team.

Monday, October 17, 2022

JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort and Spa Offering Fore The Love of Golf Package

Discover a tropical oasis providing the perfect setting for the ultimate golf escape. Stay and play on two legendary courses – The Miller and The Soffer – each redesigned by PGA TOUR legend and World Golf Hall of Famer Raymond Floyd, offering risk and reward scenarios at every hole.

Enjoy exclusive package savings plus complimentary breakfast daily, golf replay round, welcome drink at CORSAIR kitchen & bar, 20-percent off Golf Shop purchases and 20-percent savings when you send your clubs ahead with Ship Sticks.

Stanford and North Carolina Win Team Titles as Kuehn and Ford Capture Individual Crowns

The University of North Carolina men’s team and Stanford University women’s team captured the 2022 Jackson T. Stephens Cup team titles. North Carolina defeated Florida State 3-2 to take home the men’s team championship while the women’s team championship match was captured by Stanford beating Wake Forest 4-1.

Rose Zhang of Stanford clinched the winning point for the top-ranked Cardinal on the sixteenth hole winning the match 3&2. Ryan Burnett of North Carolina made birdie on the fifteenth hole to close out the match 5&3 and win the Jackson T. Stephens Cup for the tenth ranked Tar Heels.

True Spec Golf Expands Global Footprint with Three New Australia Locations

True Spec Golf, the global leader in custom club fitting and club building, has announced the opening of three new locations in Western Australia. True Spec Australia, which marks the company’s first offerings outside of North America and Europe, will open in GolfBox’s Booragoon, Joondalup and Osborne Park locations.

The affiliation with Australia’s premier golf superstores is the latest undertaking in a series of partnerships that brings True Spec’s bespoke fittings and best-in-class customer service to prominent venues around the world.

SQAIRZ Launches Limited Edition 3:16 Golf Shoes to benefit Samaritan's Purse and Operation Christmas Child

SQAIRZ, the golf shoe company seeing incredible growth through its focus on performance and comfort, announced today their partnership with Samaritan’s Purse and Operation Christmas Child. On October 19, SQAIRZ will launch a new, limited-edition shoe, the 3:16, and will donate a portion of sales to Samaritan’s Purse’s Operation Christmas Child program for each pair of 3:16 golf shoes sold. The 3:16 will be available for purchase exclusively at www.sqairz.com.

Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse has helped meet the needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love.  Samaritan’s Purse currently has two Disaster Relief Units in Florida with a third on its way to help with the Hurricane Ian relief efforts.

Lexi Thompson Wins Individual Title at Aramco Team Series with Cobra PUMA Golf

Cobra PUMA Golf athlete Lexi Thompson bombed her way to the individual title at the Aramco Team Series in New York, securing the 15th professional title of her impressive career and her second Ladies European Tour win. Thompson dialed it in on the back nine to shoot a final round three-under-par 69 for an eleven-under-par total.

The five-time Solheim Cup member, who began the day with a one-stroke lead, fired rounds of 71, 65, and 69, at Trump Golf Links at Ferry Point, for a dominant three-stroke victory. Thompson relied on her COBRA LTDx LS driver to dominate the field off the tee, making six birdies in the final round including four in an impressive eight-hole stretch on the inward nine.

PGA Tour 2K23 Brings Players More Golf and More Game

2K announced PGA TOUR® 2K23, the latest entry in the golf simulation video game franchise from HB Studios, is now available worldwide on PlayStation®5 (PS5™), PlayStation®4 (PS4™), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC via Steam. Featuring PGA TOUR icon and all-time sports great Tiger Woods as cover athlete, PGA TOUR 2K23 celebrates Woods’ legacy by introducing him as both a playable in-game pro and an Executive Director advising the game’s development team.

“As we launch this next evolution of the franchise, there’s been no better partner to work with for PGA TOUR 2K23 than our legendary cover athlete Tiger Woods,” said Alfie Brody, Vice President of Global Marketing Strategy at 2K. “Throughout his career, Tiger has changed the culture of golf in terms of representation, fashion, prestige and attitude. Those are all qualities espoused by PGA TOUR 2K23, and the franchise as a whole.”

Fred Couples and Lexi Thompson Capture a Pair of Fitting Wins with Bridgestone Golf

It was a winning weekend for Bridgestone Golf, as both Fred Couples and Lexi Thompson came up with impressive victories playing the TOUR B golf balls that fit their game. In Freddie’s case it was the TOUR B RXS that got the job done, while Lexi played the TOUR B RX. Each player took advantage of Bridgestone Golf’s innovative technologies to get fit for their respective model, proving once again the critical nature of playing the right ball for your game.

Fred grabbed the 14th PGA Tour Champions win of his career at the SAS Championship at Prestonwood CC, finishing things off with an incredible round of twelve-under-par 60 for a twenty-under-par total. The dominant six stroke victory featured twelve birdies in the final round including five straight on the front nine. On the back nine Fred was even more amazing, making seven birdies in-a-row including one on the closing hole.

Canterbury Golf Club to Host Three USGA Amateur Championships

The United States Golf Association (USGA) announced on Monday that Canterbury Golf Club, in Cleveland, Ohio, will be the host site for the 2027 U.S. Girls’ Junior, 2033 U.S. Senior Amateur and 2039 U.S. Women’s Amateur Championships. The club has previously hosted five USGA championships, including two U.S. Opens.

“We are thrilled to return to Canterbury Golf Club to conduct these three USGA championships,” said Mark Hill, USGA senior managing director, championships. “The USGA is excited to restore our relationship with this historic club and its enthusiastic golf community on such a fantastic layout. We know the club and its membership will provide an exceptional experience for our players as they compete for these coveted titles.”

Driver Shaft Double for Fujikura Golf on the PGA and Champions Tour

Fujikura, the leader in performance golf shafts, was honored to be the number one driver, wood and hybrid shaft on the PGA Tour last week. Along with another driver shaft win on the PGA Tour and Champions Tour.

At the Shriner’s Children Open in Las Vegas, Fujikura was the #1 driver, wood, and hybrid shaft. Over 32.6% of the field used a Fujikura driver shaft at TPC Summerlin, with another 30.2% in the wood shaft count. Fujikura finished the week as the number one in the hybrid count as well, with 27.3% of the field using a Fujikura hybrid shaft during the tournament.

Friday, October 14, 2022

USGA Awards 25 Chapter Grants to Celebrate First Tee's 25th Anniversary

Commemorating a 25-year partnership with a focus on growing the game, the USGA has continued its investment in First Tee by awarding IDEA (inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility) grants to 25 chapters across America.

The USGA’s IDEA Grant Program delivers direct funding to community-based programs that break down barriers to participation in golf and First Tee’s character-building programs, improving pathways to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. In 2022, 25 chapters — from Massachusetts to California — were awarded up to $25,000 each to provide transportation, hire diverse coaches, train volunteers and build programs in diverse communities, among other activities.

World No. 1 Jin Young Ko, Defending Champion Nelly Korda, and Major Champion Lexi Thompson Headline Early Commitments for the 2022 Pelican Women's Championship

World No. 1 Jin Young Ko, defending champion and Bradenton resident Nelly Korda, sister Jessica Korda, and fan favorites/major champions Brooke Henderson, Lydia Ko, Brittany Lincicome and Lexi Thompson headline a stacked field of early commitments for the 2022 Pelican Women’s Championship presented by Konica Minolta and Raymond James.

The final full-field event of the 2022 LPGA Tour season, The Pelican Women’s Championship, will take place Nov. 7-13 at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Fla, where the world’s top professional golfers will compete for a share of the $2 million purse.

Cobra PUMA Golf Returns to the 2023 PGA Show

COBRA PUMA GOLF has announced plans to exhibit at the 2023 PGA Show, Jan. 24-27, in Orlando, Fla.

COBRA GOLF and PUMA GOLF will showcase their complete product lines in two new anchor exhibits on the PGA Show Floor.  COBRA GOLF also will offer product testing during the event’s outdoor Demo & Fitting Day (Jan. 24 at the Orange County National Golf Center) and indoors within their interactive Show Floor experience (Jan. 25-27 in the Orange County Convention Center). PUMA GOLF will share their newest collections with buyers in a new separate exhibit in the apparel section of the Show Floor and participate in the annual live Fashion Show.

True Spec Chicago North Shore Opens at The Golf Practice

True Spec Golf, the global leader in custom club fitting and club building, has announced they have partnered with The Golf Practice, one of Chicago’s premier golf academies. The new, larger location for True Spec Chicago North Shore, located less than half a mile from the previous location, was necessary to meet high demand in the area.

The undertaking is the latest in a series of partnerships that brings True Spec’s bespoke fittings and best-in-class customer service to prominent venues around the country.

Tuesday, October 11, 2022

Streamsong Golf Resort Announces New Streamsong Golf Academy

Streamsong Golf Resort is pleased to announce the newest experience for guests looking to improve their game with the advent of the  “Streamsong Golf Academy.” The three-day sessions will include twelve hours of hands-on instruction, three rounds of golf on Streamsong’s award-winning courses, breakfast and lunch each day, a three or four-night stay at the Streamsong Lodge, and two custom-fit wedges.

Each session will be limited to 16 people to keep the instruction personalized and the student-to-teacher ratio at four to one. The goal of these experiences is to offer golfers the chance to improve their game under the supervision of PGA professional instructors at one of the nation’s premier golf destinations.

Tour Edge Announces New Hot Launch 523 Series in Two Distinct Models

Tour Edge, the pound for pound industry leader in performance and innovation, introduces their new Hot Launch 523 Series of golf clubs that will be available at retail starting November 1, 2022.

The 523 Series offers two distinct ranges, the E523 and C523. They are designed to cover both ends of the Super-Game-Improvement and Game-Improvement club categories in separate driver, fairway, hybrid, iron, and wedge designs.

PopStroke Announces Rickie Fowler and Paula Creamer to Play in $25,000 Showdown

PopStroke Entertainment Group today announced Rickie Fowler and Paula Creamer are joining the PopStroke Tour Championship presented by TaylorMade. The duo will play as the TOUR Pro team challenging the PopStroke Tour Championship (PTC) Team winners in the TaylorMade $25K Showdown.

The PTC is a three-day international putting competition (October 26-28, 2022), bringing together 500 players, both pros and amateurs, to identify the best putters in the world. The winners of the Team Championship competition will play team Fowler/Creamer in a made-for-tv, winner-take-all format for $25,000 on Friday, October 28 at 3 p.m. in Sarasota, Florida.

Valencia Country Club Renovation Restores Course to Original Glory

Valencia Country Club—a private membership club owned and operated by Arcis Golf and located north of Los Angeles in the Santa Clarita Valley—has re-opened its golf course following an extensive seven-month renovation.

The course, which opened in 1965, was originally designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones Sr. and the recent renovation restores the layout’s classic design features. The LA Open (now The Genesis Open) was held at Valencia Country Club in 1998 and 1999.

Original Penguin Golf Launches New Collection Featuring Polar Pete

Original Penguin Golf® by Munsingwear®, a division of Perry Ellis International, is pleased to announce the launch of its Mens’ Fall 2022 golf collection featuring the Polar Pete Outerwear series. Combining a retro yet modern look, with the classic Original Penguin heritage and style, these new collections are designed to achieve a new level of performance, style and sustainability on and off the course.

“Today, and in the years ahead, versatility will be key for the clothes we wear,” stated Oscar Feldenkreis, CEO of Perry Ellis International. “The Original Penguin Men’s Fall 2022 golf collection features diversified, multi-use layering pieces which perform perfectly for a golfer’s lifestyle.  The collection blends luxurious style with inspiring, athletic apparel enabling golfers to integrate premium sportswear with their everyday wardrobe.”

Monday, October 10, 2022

PXG Deploys All American Special Edition Stars and Stripes 0311 3X Forged Wedges

PXG has deployed special-edition Stars & Stripes 0311 3X Forged Wedges. The exclusive design pays homage to the company’s military roots with a striking, laser-etched pattern against PXG’s Xtreme Dark finish.

“Our 0311 3X Forged Wedges are super sleek. With a confidence-inspiring design, they deliver powerful performance from virtually any turf condition,” said PXG Founder & CEO Bob Parsons. “The new Stars & Stripes edition brings an even bolder statement to the course and shows our unwavering patriotism. We’re forever proud to be an American company!”

Club Champion FLASH Two Day Gift Card Fall Sale Happening Now

Fall is in full swing and so are the golf deals! Club Champion is offering a 15% bonus on denominations up to $1,000 on every gift card purchase between October 11-12. Golfers can treat themselves or others to a little extra toward a better golf game.

Considered the top custom club fitter worldwide, Club Champion offers Tour-quality club fittings and custom-built clubs for every skill level. 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. Customers can get a head start on their holiday shopping or on their golf game for next season with custom clubs built specifically for them.

USGA Opens Nominations for 2023 Bob Jones Award

The USGA has opened nominations for the 2023 Bob Jones Award and welcomes submissions from the global golf community for one of the game’s highest honors, recognizing those who exemplify golf’s core values of sportsmanship, character and respect while playing the game.

Bob Jones Award recipients are honored annually at the U.S. Open Championship, celebrating those individuals who, in the spirit of its namesake, have conducted themselves with great integrity through adversity or victory. Beyond his playing career – with a record-tying nine USGA championship titles – Jones embodied the game’s values throughout his life.

Victory in Scotland for Fujikura Ventus

Fujikura, the leader in performance golf shafts, was honored to be the number one driver and wood shaft on the PGA Tour last week, along with another successful win for VENTUS on the DP World Tour.

At the Sanderson Farms Championship at the Country Club of Jackson in Mississippi, Fujikura was once again was the #1 driver and wood shaft in the field, with 28.5% of the players using a Fujikura driver shaft along with another 26.7% using a Fujikura wood shaft.

El Caballero Country Club to Host 2024 U.S. Girls’ Junior

The United States Golf Association (USGA) has selected El Caballero Country Club, in Tarzana, Calif., as the host site of the 2024 U.S. Girls’ Junior. The 75th edition of the championship will take place from July 15-20.

“The USGA is excited to return to El Caballero Country Club and continue the legacy of hosting the U.S. Girls’ Junior at some of the country’s finest golf courses,” said Tracy Parsons, championship director. “The support from the El Caballero membership has been incredible and we look forward to continuing to build USGA history here.”

Friday, October 7, 2022

Club Champion Opens Studios In Five New Markets

Club Champion, the globe’s top custom golf club fitter and builder, is still climbing the ladder this year. With five new stores opening in the third quarter of 2022, the company is maintaining its identity as the industry leader.

With studios now open in Torrance, CA; Wilmington, NC; Pleasanton, CA; Mandeville, LA; and Ashburn, VA, Club Champion is primed to hit over 115 domestic and international locations by the end of the year. There are now fitting studios in 42 U.S. states and partnered locations in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia.

Gwen Stefani and Darius Rucker Headline American Express 2023 Concert Series at PGA WEST Stadium Course

The American Express™ has announced that iconic Southern California native Gwen Stefani and three-time GRAMMY Award winning singer/songwriter Darius Rucker are the musical lineup for the 2023 Concert Series on the PGA WEST Stadium Course driving range during the Coachella Valley’s annual PGA TOUR golf tournament in January. Infusing competition with cause, the tournament also has a long history of supporting charities in the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas, contributing to the vibrance and sustainability of the local community.

Stefani, born and raised in Anaheim; a singer songwriter and charismatic frontwoman of No Doubt, will open The American Express’ Concert Series after the conclusion of second-round play on Friday, Jan. 20. Rucker, who first achieved musical prominence as the lead singer of Hootie & the Blowfish and has since become a hugely successful Country artist, will take the stage after the tournament’s third round on Saturday, Jan. 21.

Lantana Golf Club Completes Multi-Million Dollar Transformation

Lantana Golf Club, one of the most highly regarded, family-centric private clubs in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, has transformed its clubhouse to meet the needs of its dynamic, growing membership.

Unveiled last week, the multimillion-dollar renovation impresses from the moment of arrival. A new entrance leads to an inviting, open floorplan that flows from the reception area to a new member bar and dining space as its central focus.

PopStroke Announces Official Re-Opening of Port Saint Lucie Florida Location

PopStroke Entertainment Group, a national leader in golf entertainment co-owned by Greg Bartoli and Tiger Woods’ TGR Ventures, today announced the official re-opening of its Port Saint Lucie location for Saturday, October 8 at 10 a.m.

PopStroke opened its first location in 2019 in Port Saint Lucie. Since then, Tiger Woods’ TGR Ventures has become co-owner of PopStroke, with TGR Design as the designer for each location’s two 18-hole putting courses. The Port Saint Lucie location’s renovations include redesigned courses by TGR Design, the addition of a playground, and a revamped menu offered in the restaurant.

Circling Raven Golf Club Stay and Play Packages

In real estate, the clichĂ© regarding a formula for success is “Location. Location. Location.” For golf courses it is “Weather. Weather. Weather.”

Bad weather means fewer golfers. And while bad weather is never good for golf courses, experiencing it during the early spring or fall “shoulder seasons” is particularly challenging as those are times when, with warm, dry conditions, courses can surpass budget forecasts if Mother Nature obliges.

PGA National Resort Offers Exceptional Fall Getaway Packages

PGA National Resort – South Florida’s world-class golf, vacation, culinary, events and spa destination is offering its “Gold Golf” package ideal for golf groups and vacationers to getaway to sunny South Florida this fall.

Starting at $719 on Oct. 1 (per person, per day, double occupancy), this value-packed offer 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 full access to the resort’s state-of-the-art Sports & Racquet Club.

JW Marriott Camelback Inn at Scottsdale Offers Unlimited Golf Package

Set on 125 acres of Sonoran Desert terrain in affluent Paradise Valley, JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa embodies the spirit of the Southwest with its peaceful desert setting, private grounds for hiking and meditation, and more.

The Unlimited Golf Package includes a private, spacious casita-style room, mobile key for contactless entry, breakfast for two and unlimited golf on the Padre or Ambiente Golf Course at Camelback Golf Club.

Tuesday, October 4, 2022

Galvin Green Celebrates Sustainable Golf Week with Incredible Eco Landmark

As the inaugural Sustainable Golf Week looks to bring the golfing community together to shape a greener future for the game, leading golf apparel brand Galvin Green has announced that almost 3 million PET plastic bottles have been recycled and transformed into its high performance eco-generation INSULA™ sweater range over the past three years.

Having become an Innovation Partner to the GEO Foundation in 2021, Galvin Green has accelerated its commitment to minimise social and environmental impact while, at the same time, helping to maximise performance by creating functional, long-lasting and stylish garments for men and women golfers.

Motocaddy Expands Operations in the U.S.

Motocaddy, the global leader in electric caddies, has expanded its business operation in the United States having opened a new warehouse with increased capacity to accommodate continued growth in the world’s largest golf market.

The M7 Remote Electric Caddy was one of my favorite products I reviewed this year, and all of you seemed to go wild for it as well.  Motocaddy is located in Vista, San Diego – some 15-minutes from the previous warehouse in Carlsbad – the new 6,000 sq. ft. facility will help support the growing demand from golfers wanting to walk the course and feel the benefits of using Motocaddy products.

Streamsong Golf Resort Re-Opens Following Impact from Hurricane Ian

Streamsong Golf Resort announced this morning it is once again welcoming guest arrivals and has reopened the Lodge and the three award winning courses (Streamsong Red, Streamsong Blue and Streamsong Black) following the impact of Hurricane Ian on September 28.  The storm, which made landfall as a category four just north of Ft. Myers, Florida continued northeast across the state eventually impacting Streamsong as a category two hurricane late Wednesday evening with the eyewall passing just southeast of the 16,000 acre site.

High winds brought minimal damage to the resort buildings, mostly cosmetic in nature.  Heavy rainfall and area flash flooding rendered several local roads impassable by all but a few vehicles limiting access to Streamsong through Thursday and left standing water on the golf courses.  The Lodge, clubhouses and all amenities including the three courses remained closed through Tuesday to allow the team to remove debris, clean up and test all systems and repair natural sand bunkers and cart paths that remained waterlogged through Monday.

Mizuno RB Tour Golf Balls (2023) - PGAPappas Giveaway Guest Review

I believe this is a first time guest review for golf balls, and it comes from Dave (@ParMeDown) on twitter.  Dave tested the new 2023 Mizuno Golf RB Tour golf balls.

And in Dave's own words these "compare to any ball on the market; had multiple 300-yard drives and accuracy was good as well."

Monday, October 3, 2022

Adidas Golf 2022 Fleece and Layering Collection

Adidas Golf believes weather shouldn't get in the way of a good score.  So when others head to the clubhouse when bad weather rolls in, Adidas helps you continue playing with their new 2022 Fleece and Layering Collection.

Versatile fleece layering options for men and women are packed with technology and each piece is built to offer lightweight warmth and stretch, all inside a "wear anywhere" design aesthetic.

First Jack Nicklaus European Luxury Residential and Golf Development Launches at Stonehaven Scotland

Nicklaus Companies and award-winning developer FM Group have teamed up to launch the first Jack Nicklaus-branded residential golf community in Europe at Stonehaven, Scotland.

A stunning development of luxury homes at the historic Ury Estate, built around an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, currently under construction, and including the magnificent Ury Castle, this is set to be one of the most impressive residential golf communities in the world.

Wilson Announces New Staff Model Putter Collection

Wilson Sporting Goods Co. today announces the launch of its Staff Model® putter collection. Each putter is 100% milled from Wilson’s exceptional standards using the ultra-soft 304 Stainless Steel, delivering the ultimate swing control through performance-balanced weighting, and providing a softer feel on the green.

“Performance has always been the top priority for Wilson Golf, and our mission is to provide top-of-the-line products for golfers of every skill level. The innovation and craftmanship of our new Staff Model putter collection is something that we’re truly proud of and will help all golfers feel more confident on the greens,” said Tim Clarke, President, Wilson Golf.

Saturday, October 1, 2022

FootJoy Announces Advanced ThermoSeries Apparel Layering System

FootJoy, the #1 Outerwear brand in golf, continues its commitment to Make Every Day Playable by creating the best gear to help you look, feel and play your best in all conditions. ThermoSeries™, FJ’s most advanced apparel layering system ever, is a versatile collection of layering items designed specifically for golf to enable the golfer to effortlessly adapt as weather conditions evolve.

This collection of base layers, mid-layers, outer layers and pants is made with materials that move with the golfer without any restriction, are lightweight to reduce bulk and are temperature regulated to ensure maximum comfort no matter how many layers are required.

Cobra PUMA Golf Joins Forces with Inrange Golf

The driving range space is currently undergoing a revolution from a ‘bucket of balls’ business to a full fledged player experience. And the leaders in The Range Experience space, Inrange Golf®, have been instrumental in bringing a new age range to market.


Their innovative software caters for both the practicing golfer (of all skill levels) to experience a data-driven, analytics rich and rewarding visit to the range every time. While their Inrange+ multiplayer product is bringing a whole new demographic to the driving range – people who can now pick up a club and try it out in a fun, interactive gaming way against their friends.

Garsen Grips Club Now Available at All Club Champion USA Locations and TXG in Canada

Continuing with the sales success, Garsen Golf putter grips are now available in all 100+ Club Champion stores in the USA and all TXG locations in Canada as a fitting option for putters.

Each store now stocks the 3 main Garsen product lines; the Quad Tour, the Max, and the Ultimate. Customers have the option to get fit for the best Garsen grip for them from the largest custom fitting company in North America.

U.S. Kids Golf to Exhibit at 2023 PGA Show

U.S. Kids Golf has announced plans to return as a key exhibitor in the equipment area at the 2023 PGA Show, Jan. 24-27, in Orlando, Fla. In addition to showcasing their newest products and connecting in person with thousands of attending industry professionals, the company will again present the annual U.S. Kids Top 50 Golf Coaches awards during a special program and reception during PGA Show Week.

“The PGA Show is an important week for us,” said Dan Van Horn, President and Founder of U.S. Kids Golf. “We have some exciting new products to introduce, we want to share our vision for the upcoming year, and hopefully continue to inspire a new crop of coaches and industry professionals while we honor the best Kids Coaches in the world at our Top 50 ceremony. We always look forward to the camaraderie, the learning, and the new relationships we’ll form during such a significant week.”

PUMA Golf x Palm Tree Crew New Collection All About the Swagger

Rickie Fowler has done it again; one of PUMA’s most celebrated golf ambassadors has joined forces with world-renowned DJ, KYGO, and his lifestyle brand Palm Tree Crew, to bring you the collaboration of the year. And this time around, there’s plenty of cool pieces for the ladies as well.

Inspired by an always-on-the-go philosophy embraced by movers and shakers alike, The PUMA Golf x PTC collection represents those who continuously chase their bold dreams with a quiet confidence and dedication to their craft. Everyone makes the cut in this collection, and if winning a Major or performing in a sold-out stadium seem out of reach, this collab will bring you closer to the feeling of achieving your goals in cool and comfy gear.

Friday, September 30, 2022

Duca del Cosma Announce Bold New Golf Boots

Italian golf fashion brand Duca del Cosma is launching its sensational Cool Season ‘22 collection of intricately handcrafted winter-ready golf boots for the first time in the US market, offering an abundance of style and game-enhancing benefits for golfers seeking top-quality styles for the cooler months.

Spearheaded by the all-new BOLOGNA and TOSCANA men’s and women’s boots, the latest range has been specifically designed to stand up to the challenges golfers face during the fall and winter periods of the golf season. Some of the latest designs even feature a super soft fur-lining to deliver a strong fashion statement and incredible warmth in the cold.

Duca del Cosma to Exhibit at Upcoming PGA of Alberta Buying Show

Award-winning Italian lifestyle brand, and golf footwear trendsetter, Duca del Cosma, announced today plans to exhibit at the 2022 PGA of Alberta Buying Show, October 18-20, 2022, in Alberta, Canada at the Calgary BMO Centre.


“Our brand is dedicated to the North American market, and its Green Grass Facilities. The PGA of Alberta Buying Show provides us the perfect opportunity to meet existing and potential customers,” said Evelien Lauwers, Managing Director of Duca del Cosma North America. “We’re excited to reveal our new 2023 Spring Collection to the PGA of Canada Golf Professionals as our designer, Baldovino Mattiazzo, has expanded upon some of our most popular footwear styles as well as created all new styles in every category.”