Golf ball manufacturers issued statements today after the R&A and USGA announced a universal golf ball rollback affecting both professional and recreational golfers would begin in 2028.
Some of the ball manufacturer statements expressed composed objection. The response from Acushnet is less restrained. Below is Acushnet's statement (dare I say subtle declaration of war).
The R&A and USGA today announced a universal golf ball rollback that would affect both professional and recreational golfers.
The rollback is scheduled to begin in 2028. Below is the statement from Bridgestone Golf has regarding the announcement.
The R&A and USGA will update the testing conditions used for golf ball conformance under the Overall Distance Standard (ODS), which will take effect from January 2028. The decision aims to reduce the impact increased hitting distances have on golf’s long-term sustainability while minimizing the impact on the recreational game.
The revised ball testing conditions will be as follows: 125-mph clubhead speed (equivalent to 183 mph ball speed); spin rate of 2200 rpm and launch angle of 11 degrees. The current conditions, which were established 20 years ago, are set at 120 mph (equivalent to 176 mph ball speed), 2520 rpm with a 10-degree launch angle.
As a fitting conclusion to the “PING Slam” celebration, golfers today can purchase one of 35 sets ($4,990) of all four history-making putter heads, inclusive of a custom-made table-top display case for their home or office.
They will also receive a PLD Custom putter experience as part of the purchase (valued at $1,490), which includes a precision milled PLD putter built to their exact specifications and a fitting session with one of PING’s Master Putter Fitters in the PING Putting Lab or virtually.
PXG is pleased to introduce its 2024 Aloha Capsule Collection. This dynamic, nine-piece release highlights a blend of new and beloved styles, detailed with Americana-inspired Hawaiian floral print in a bold red, white, and blue palette. This vibrant collection pays tribute to Hawaii, the nation’s 50th state, as well as the unyielding spirit of the USA.
A PXG tradition, the unique Aloha pattern was developed by PXG Apparel to recognize Bob and Renee Parsons’ longstanding affinity for Hawaii, as well as to commemorate the start of the PGA TOUR in the Island State each year. The intricate red, white and blue hibiscus floral print incorporates multiple hidden golfer “easter eggs” throughout the custom design. The collection also includes a flag inspired striped pattern.
PUMA Golf has teamed up with fan favorite Rickie Fowler to create a limited-edition RF version of the popular Slipstream G golf shoe. This lifestyle design brings together PUMA’s stylish Slipstream design with Rickie’s signature orange colorway, reimagined for on and off the golf course.
“I’m stoked for the release of these shoes,” said Rickie Fowler. “They look clean and in true fashion, have an orange pop. Being comfortable yet stylish on the golf course is what we were going for and think this shoe captures that vibe perfectly.”
Riding a three-match win streak, the USA Curtis Cup Team has turned its attention to the 2024 Match, today announcing the 12 players who have been invited by the USGA’s International Team Selection Working Group to attend a practice session Jan. 19-20 at Seminole Golf Club in Juno Beach, Fla., and Pine Tree Golf Club in Boynton Beach, Fla.
The 43rd Curtis Cup Match will be held at Sunningdale (England) Golf Club from Aug. 30-Sept. 1.
Fujikura, the leader in performance golf shafts, was honored to be the winning driver and wood shaft on the DP World Tour last week. After success in the first two events of the 2024 season, Fujikura reflects on another successful season on the DP World Tour in 2023.
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Finishing the season at the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai a few weeks ago, it’s been another successful year on the DP World Tour for Fujikura shafts. In total, last season there were more than 24 wins on the DP World Tour from a player using a Fujikura driver or wood shaft, this includes 20 different Tour players at events in 17 countries around the world.
37.5 Technology has partnered with Sun Mountain Sports and Abacus to create premium golf apparel that's comfortable and thermoregulating.
An independent study by the University of Colorado Boulder found that test subjects wearing shirts with 37.5 Technology were able to perform up to 26-percent longer due to a slower temperature build up than those wearing the exact same shirt, just without 37.5 Technology.
Tiger Woods returns to professional golf for the first time since the Masters at this week’s Hero World Challenge at Albany Golf Club in The Bahamas on NBC, GOLF Channel and Peacock.
The Hero World Challenge – hosted annually by Tiger Woods – will be held from Albany Golf Club in Albany, Bahamas, with Woods making his first professional appearance since competing at the Masters in April. The field consists of 20 of the top players in the world including Scottie Scheffler (World No.1), Viktor Hovland (World No. 4), and Max Homa (World No.7). Hovland is looking to win this event for the third consecutive time after beating Scheffler the last two years.
Bettinardi Golf, leading innovator and maker of the world’s finest precision-milled putters for over 25 years, is proud to unveil the new 2024 BB Series. For this redefined line, Robert J. Bettinardi has built upon years of experience and harnessed feedback from Tour players to optimize the center of gravity and apply a new face milling technology to the series.
The exquisite 2024 lineup features seven putter models including the BB1, BB1 Wide, BB8 Flow, BB48, and the BB28 Slotback as a Spud Neck, Center Shaft, or Armlock. Creating a harmonious blend of tradition and cutting-edge technology, each model has been meticulously designed by Robert and Bettinardi’s team of engineers to deliver superior performance and a smooth and consistent stroke.
Sacks Parente Golf, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPGC) (“SPG” or the “Company”), a technology-forward golf company with a growing portfolio of golf products, including putters, golf shafts, golf grips, and other golf-related accessories, proudly unveils a significant expansion of its product portfolio. Introducing “Newton,” SPG’s latest business division and the Company’s first foray into the world of golf club shafts.
“We’re proud to introduce Newton shafts, a new business division at Sacks Parente Golf,” said Tim Triplett, President, CEO and Co-founder Sacks Parente Golf. “This expansion into golf club shafts complements our well-established putter division, reflecting our ongoing commitment to innovation and quality. We’re looking forward to seeing Newton enhance the game for golfers worldwide.”
SRIXON, a global leader in golf ball technology and innovation, is excited to announce their holiday golf ball promotion, when golfers buy two dozen golf balls and get one dozen free. Save for the holidays with this limited time offer, available online while supplies last or at any participating authorized Srixon dealer locations until December 31, 2023.
Trusted by major champions and avid golfers worldwide, Srixon carries a vast variety of high-performance golf balls designed with premium technologies and features to propel players’ games tee to green, no matter the level of skill.
Club Champion has you covered this holiday season with their Black Friday sale! For a limited time only, receive a 20% bonus card when you purchase a Club Champion gift card. Additionally, the leading club fitter is offering $100 full bag fittings or other fitting types for just $50 with a purchase — that’s a savings of up to 80%. You can take advantage of both offers now through December 4.
Club Champion fits, sells, and builds custom golf clubs using brands like Callaway, TaylorMade, Ping, Titleist, Cobra, Fujikura, Golf Pride, and many more. The company delivers a Tour-level fitting that produces longer, more accurate shots with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate for golfers of any ability level, making a gift card purchase the perfect gift for any golf-enthusiast in your life.
I recently went through a PXG fitting for the new 0317 irons and Battle Ready II putters. I hit every iron, the 0317 ST, 0317 CB, and 0317 T as well as many of the new Battle Ready II putters. And the entire fitting was ignite, sizzle, blaze, and repeat. A legit mood enhancing experience.
Hitting the 0317 irons was like an all you can eat shotmaking buffet with a side of razzle dazzle. Rolling the Battle Ready II putters made me feel like I was on some kind of dopamine and adrenaline drip. PXG is clearly not holding anything back with these new releases.
Fujikura, the leader in performance golf shafts, was honored to be #1 driver shaft across the PGA, LPGA and Champions Tours last week. This included multiple wins for the players on the Champions Tour and LPGA Tour.
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At the final event of the Champions Tour season, Fujikura was the #1 driver of choice at the Charles Schwab Cup. In total, 19 players in the field used a Fujikura driver shaft during the week, over 50% of the entire field.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is pleased to offer the Ultimate Bucket List Tournament Package to celebrate The Sentry PGA Tournament and officially kick off the PGA TOUR’s FedEx Cup season.
The prestigious tournament returns to the famed Plantation Course at Kapalua from January 4-7, 2024, honoring the resilient people of Maui after devastating wildfires in 2023.
The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club at Grande Lakes hosts the PNC Championship next month. A favorite event among professional golfers featuring 20 major champions paired with members of their families.
It is a tournament like no other played in a setting like no other, at the breathtaking championship course designed by Greg Norman. And guests of Grande Lakes can play the same course enjoyed by many of the all-time greats with the PNC Championship Package.
Dottie Pepper, former LPGA Tour professional and current television golf broadcaster, has been named the recipient of the 42nd Old Tom Morris Award, presented by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). Pepper will be honored Jan. 31 at the Sunrise Celebration as part of the 2024 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show in Phoenix, Ariz.
The Old Tom Morris Award is presented to an individual who, through a continuing lifetime commitment to the game of golf, has helped to mold the welfare of the game in a manner and style exemplified by Old Tom Morris. Old Tom Morris was a four-time British Open winner and the legendary greenkeeper at St. Andrews in Scotland.
Tour Edge finished the 2023 PGA TOUR Champions season with a bang by earning the #1 fairway and hybrid model in play ranking at the season-finale Charles Schwab Cup Championship this past weekend.
In the season-ending tournament that featured the top 36 players on the tour, Tour Edge bested every manufacturer for #1 fairway and hybrid model in play with nine of their C723 models in play. That beat the next closest manufacturer model by three clubs.
Italian golf fashion brand Duca del Cosma is set to build on its rapid growth in North America by stepping up to The PGA Show with the introduction of the all-new SS24 golf shoe collection offering stockists a great opportunity to drive premium shoe sales next season.
The eye-catching booth (#6573) located in a key footfall area of the show floor will feature all the latest golf shoes, along with technical displays and a striking visual of a deconstructed golf shoe. The brand will be celebrating 20 years of Italian heritage with the introduction of a new lightweight Airplay 15 outsole – tested in collaboration with Tour stars Joost Luiten and Kelly Tan – on several designs including the limited-edition JUBILEE and ALANA anniversary styles.
PXG is proud to introduce a new line of officially licensed military hats and PXG Xtreme Golf Balls. Featuring United States Marine Corps, Army, Navy, and Air Force designs, the special edition collections make it easy for heroes and customers alike to share their pride in country on the golf course this Veterans Day and beyond.
“As an American company, it’s PXG’s privilege and duty to recognize and honor those who have dedicated their lives to protecting others,” said United States Marine Corps Vietnam War Veteran and PXG Founder Bob Parsons. “This new military-focused collection is just one more way for us to acknowledge and appreciate our troops not only on Veterans Day but all year long. Semper Fi!”
Teaming up with KYGO and PALM TREE CREW, PUMA Golf has created an iconic, limited-edition PUMA x PTC Slipstream G Shoe – the ultimate blend of tropical vibes, golf performance and style. This unique golf shoe effortlessly combines classic design elements with a bold, reimagined swagger that’s ready for fun both on and off the course.
“We wanted to use a Slipstream, originally a PUMA lifestyle shoe, to make a statement on the course, so we designed a pair with our unique PTC spin,” said Kygo. “Palm Tree Crew has flourished into an epic collaboration between Rickie Fowler and myself and I am always blown away by the designs and gear we are able to bring to the golf course with Puma Golf.”
Stitch Golf, a leading provider of premium golf gear and apparel, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest innovation in golf bag design – the SL2 Air Walker Golf Bag. This groundbreaking carry golf bag redefines convenience, style, and functionality to elevate every golfer's game.
“We’re thrilled to introduce the SL2 Air Walker Golf Bag, a testament to our commitment to innovation and quality in the world of golf gear," said Brad King, CEO of Stitch Golf. "The enhanced features and meticulous design of this bag truly reflect our dedication to meeting the evolving needs of golfers, ensuring they have both style and functionality at their fingertips."
Vessel Golf has a reputation for making some of the absolute best golf bags in the business. And their Player carry bags in particular are so popular they have almost a cult-like following. Craftsmanship and appearance are in a class of one. Comfort and functionality are premium with nothing sacrificed. You'll hear a lot of golfers call the Vessel Player bags the perfect golf bag,
When you design a bag like Vessel's Player bag and really check all the boxes (I'll touch on all of these below) the room for improvement is small. But when Vessel released their new Player IV and Player IV Pro carry bags they proved once again they aren't a company to rest on their accomplishments. And even small changes can lead to big advantages.
PXG, a company dedicated to developing the world’s finest golf equipment and apparel, announced the grand opening of PXG London South today. A premier golf destination, PXG London South supports a top-quality golf club fitting experience for players of all skill levels and presents the company’s high-performance golf and lifestyle apparel.
PXG’s first brick-and-mortar location in the United Kingdom, PXG London South, is an exciting addition to the PXG UK custom build and distribution center, which opened in 2022 to function as the company’s European headquarters.
Did you know wearing a white lab coat has been scientifically proven to increase focus? That dressing elegantly enhances abstract thinking, which is essential to creativity and problem-solving?
What we wear matters, apparently. Emerging viewpoints in the world of science suggest that clothing can affect us in meaningful ways — our negotiating skills, athletic performance, posture, confidence, motivation, mood and hormone levels. Psychologists at Northwestern coined a term for this phenomenon: “enclothed cognition.”
Linksoul is gearing you up for the holidays with some amazing daily promotions leading up to Black Friday.
In addition to the promos, Linksoul has also curated a holiday gift guide to help you navigate your holiday gifting season with ease.
For the first time, golfers can log onto an app and match their game performance stats with any new course they are playing and receive advanced insight on how to play each hole from tee to green. Today, Shot Scope (www.shotscope.com), the golf industry-leader in advanced GPS and shot tracking technology, unveiled MyStrategy, an app feature that can be synced with the Company’s GPS Rangefinders and Smart Watches that allows golf travelers, competitive tournament players, or any golfer playing a new course, to plan ahead by matching their stats and getting advanced insight on how to play each hole from tee-to-green.
As the only company to offer game performance tracking across all GPS product categories – rangefinders, smartwatches, and tracking tags – Shot Scope’s MyStrategy feature, available exclusively on the Shot Scope mobile app (iOS and Android) or web dashboard, allows golfers to overlay their statistics and devise a strategy for every hole. They can identify which club is better off the tee and where they should aim to give the best chance at making a par or birdie, or even just staying out of trouble. The new feature will be supported through Shot Scope’s golf industry partnerships with the Middle Atlantic, New Jersey and Southern California PGA Sections.
The USGA and The R&A today announced the first update to the World Handicap System™ (WHS™) as part of an ongoing review of the Rules of Handicapping™ and Course Rating System™ with a continued emphasis on accuracy, consistency and equity. The latest revisions will go into effect beginning January 1, 2024.
Many countries have seen significant increases in the number of scores being submitted for handicapping purposes since the WHS was introduced in January 2020, reflecting golf’s broadening appeal. More than 100 million scores have been posted each year, unifying millions of golfers through a standard measure of playing ability. The 2024 update leverages the performance data gathered from around the world, in addition to feedback received from many of the 125 countries now using the system.
The Annika Driven by Gainbridge kicks off this week and the 14th hole at Pelican GC is a long, straight par five with bunkers protecting landing areas both on the fairway and near the green. Only the longest players in the field will be able to go for the green in two: in 2022, just 7.8% made that decision. Those who did gained more than half-a- stroke on the field. Nelly Korda took advantage of her prowess off the tee here last year, going for the green in two of three rounds on her way to victory.
At the end of the regular season, the most consistent player across each tour, with the lowest average score under par, on the Aon Risk Reward challenge holes captures the $1 million prize.
TGL presented by SoFi has announced several competitive elements bringing fundamentals from other sports like a shot clock, timeouts, and a referee to the new primetime, team golf league developed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s TMRW Sports in partnership with the PGA TOUR.
“The competitive format and tech-heavy environment enables TGL presented by SoFi to incorporate elements that are familiar to sports fans from other sports in ways that would not translate on a traditional golf course but are commonplace in a sports arena environment. Instituting a shot clock and timeouts will help make matches entertaining, fast-paced, and exciting for sports fans. These elements also add another level of strategy for the players in how they approach team decisions similar to other sports,” said Mike McCarley, CEO and Founder TMRW Sports and TGL.
Introduced in early 2023, PXG GEN6 Irons are loaded with advanced technologies, made from top-quality materials, and feature the most impactful precision weighting system in the golf industry. Now, in addition to its original statement-making two-tone finishes, PXG has released two gorgeous new options – Double Black and Double Chrome.
The new Double Black option features a black Diamond-like Carbon (DLC) coating that significantly increases the surface hardness of each club’s finish. Its counterpart is a new Double Chrome. The sleek, all chrome finish is engineered for enhanced performance and durability. Paired with matching weighting elements, these tone-on-tone irons wrap PXG’s industry leading technology in a strikingly clean aesthetic.
PXG LPGA Tour Professional Celine Boutier continued her winning streak with a spectacular victory at the Maybank Championship at Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club. With eight birdies during her final round, Boutier found herself tied for the lead after 18-holes. The tournament went into a head-to-head nine-hole playoff, tying the record for second-longest playoff in LPGA Tour history. Boutier ultimately came out on top, conquering the competition to clinch the win.
“I feel like my game has been solid this season and was confident if I stayed focused this week, I could earn another win,” PXG LPGA Tour Professional Celine Boutier shared. “Lifting the trophy after playing an additional nine-holes was very overwhelming. I am so proud to celebrate this win with my family, friends, caddie, and the rest of my team – including PXG – who have invested so much to help me pursue my dreams.”
ECCO GOLF ambassador, Erik van Rooyen, delivered a sensational Sunday afternoon comeback to win the World Wide Technology Championship in Mexico.
Van Rooyen, who was battling to secure his PGA Tour status at the start of the week, sat four shots adrift at the turn on Sunday afternoon, before shooting an incredible back-nine 28 to triumph by two shots.
Odyssey has been the Number 1 Putter on Tour for 13 years, the Number 1 Putter on the DP World Tour, Champions Tour, and LPGA Tour for 20 years, and Odyssey putters have compiled over 1,800 tournament wins since 2000.
And now Odyssey wants to unlock the next frontier of putting performance with the new Ai-ONE and Ai-ONE Milled putters.
Following the monumental announcement in 2020 of the establishment of "Golf House Pinehurst" and the first U.S. Open Anchor Site at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club, the United States Golf Association (USGA) announced today that Pinehurst will serve as the host for six more prestigious USGA championships in the coming years. These events include the 2027 U.S. Women’s Amateur, 2032 U.S. Junior Amateur and U.S. Girls’ Junior, 2038 U.S. Amateur, 2044 U.S. Women’s Amateur and a future U.S. Adaptive Open. The 2027 and 2044 U.S. Women’s Amateurs and 2038 U.S. Amateur will be held on Pinehurst No. 2, with the remaining championship’s courses to be determined at a later date.
“Bringing more championships to a venue like Pinehurst is a testament to the USGA’s commitment to our long term partnership with the Resort and our promise of expanding the presence of our organization in the area,” said John Bodenhamer, USGA chief championships officer. “Pinehurst's rich golfing heritage and commitment to excellence make it the perfect setting for all of the USGA’s world-class events. Their commitment to our Open championships is incredible, and now we are able to shine a light on the amateur game here as well.”
For the 12th consecutive year, Semper Fi & America’s Fund (The Fund) is partnering with The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation (The Foundation) and PXG (Parsons Xtreme Golf) for the Double Down for Veterans match campaign. Through the end of the year, The Foundation, with support from PXG, will generously match up to $10 million in donations made to The Fund. If met, this match will bring support of The Fund from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation and PXG to $100 million!
The Fund will celebrate its 20th anniversary this Spring. Since its inception in 2004, it has given more than $320 million in grants to support 31,000 combat-wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and military families.
Kyle Berkshire captured his third World Long Drive Championship on Sunday, tying the all-time record for championship wins. He sealed the deal at the Bobby Jones Golf Course in Atlanta with a 398-yard bomb in the final, making him officially the longest hitter on the planet. His longest drive of the day came in the quarterfinals, where he launched a 432-yard drive straight down the middle of the grid.
“Kyle worked closely with our R&D and innovation teams to build the fastest driver we have ever created,” said Dan Ladd, President COBRA PUMA GOLF. “It’s a remarkable feat to be the longest in the game and we are thrilled to have an athlete like Kyle showcase our speed innovations.”
The United States of America surged to its 16th Eisenhower Trophy win, and its first since 2014, on Saturday in the 33rd World Amateur Team Championship at Abu Dhabi Golf Club. David Ford, the No. 5 ranked amateur in the world, posted an 8-under 64, while 2023 U.S. Amateur champion Nick Dunlap contributed a 4-under 68.
“I just feel so happy for these guys,” said USA Captain Mark Newell. “This is a great championship filled with lots of good players and they really earned their victory with great play all four rounds and especially today.”
The United States of America’s Nick Dunlap, who is No. 4 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking®/WAGR®, tallied seven birdies en route to a 5-under 67 at Abu Dhabi Golf Club to position the Americans one stroke clear of France and the People’s Republic of China through the second round of the 33rd World Amateur Team Championship.
“I just like the vibe out here,” said Dunlap, the 2023 U.S. Amateur champion. “It’s a little bit different so I’m just trying to embrace it. There are a couple holes that I like hitting 3-wood where a lot of people are hitting driver, so I’m trying to play to my strengths and play to what looks good to my eye and go from there.”
TGL presented by SoFi, the new tech-forward, prime time, team golf league developed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s TMRW Sports in partnership with the PGA TOUR, today announced the formation of the ownership group that is acquiring the rights to TGL’s San Francisco team.
This fifth ownership group to be announced by TGL is led by Marc Lasry’s Avenue Sports Fund and Stephen Curry. Additional investors include NBA stars Andre Iguodala and Klay Thompson. The announcement was made today by Marc Lasry, Avenue Capital Group Chairman and CEO, and Mike McCarley, CEO, TMRW Sports Group and TGL presented by SoFi.
LIV Golf today revealed the matchups for Friday’s quarterfinal round of the 2023 LIV Golf Team Championship, teeing off October 20-22 at Trump National Doral Golf Club in Miami. Team opponents were announced at a captains’ selection show press conference to kick off this week’s three-day tournament taking place at the iconic Blue Monster course, site of LIV Golf’s 14th and final event of the year.
For each head-to-head team matchup, three matches will take place: two singles matches and one alternate-shot (foursomes) match. All 32 players amongst the eight participating teams will compete simultaneously in a shotgun start and matches will be played until a winner is determined. Each match winner receives one point, and the first team to earn two points will advance to Saturday’s semifinals.
Have you always wanted to play where the pros play and experience all that TPC Sawgrass has to offer?
Well now you can enjoy a round on Stadium and Dye’s Valley with accommodations at Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa thanks to Marriott Golf.
Leading high-tech golf apparel brand Galvin Green has today unveiled a new premium OPEN SKIES capsule collection of top-performing garments in supremely vibrant aquatic color combinations and patterns that will brighten up any golfing wardrobe and golf trip.
Ideal for serious golfers looking to play in warmer regions this winter, the latest collection from the innovative Swedish brand features six fashionable shirts, a pair of shorts, plus two sweaters and a matching baseball cap centred around the vibrant Aqua color and lighter shades of Grey and White that form the mix of colors associated with vast open skies.
No matter who you are, what your game is like, or what you want to accomplish, a Club Champion fitting will help you play better golf and in the process make the game more fun. I recently had a Club Champion putter fitting that was educational, eye-opening, and ultimately one of the best fitting experiences I could have possibly had.
And the winner of my recent Club Champion putter fitting giveaway also had himself one heck of a day. Ty was fit at Club Champion - Franklin, and describes his fitting as "thorough, detailed, and high quality."
This week 36 teams will compete in the 33rd World Amateur Team Championship.
Italy will try to become the first team to win consecutive WATC titles since the USA did so in 2012 and 2014. Last year’s gold in the Eisenhower Trophy was Italy’s first medal in 32 championship appearances.
PGA TOUR stars Patrick Cantlay, Wyndham Clark, Lucas Glover, Min Woo Lee and Kevin Kisner announced their commitment to complete the 24-player roster of TGL presented by SoFi, a new golf league that fuses advanced tech and live action with six teams of PGA TOUR stars across a season of matches in prime time starting on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, on ESPN and ESPN+.
These players join the sport’s top names including Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, Collin Morikawa, Justin Thomas, Matt Fitzpatrick, Keegan Bradley, Shane Lowry, Justin Rose, Adam Scott, Xander Schauffele, Max Homa, Cameron Young, Tyrrell Hatton, Tommy Fleetwood, Rickie Fowler, Tom Kim, Sahith Theegala and Billy Horschel.
The World Golf Hall of Fame announced today that NBA star Stephen “Steph” Curry will receive The Charlie Sifford Award presented by Southern Company, which honors recipients for their spirit in advancing diversity in golf. Curry will be presented the award on Monday, June 10, 2024, at the World Golf Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony presented by CME Group held during the 124th U.S. Open at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club in the Village of Pinehurst, N.C.
The Charlie Sifford Award was created in 2021 to honor an individual who personifies Sifford’s groundbreaking achievements through perseverance, confidence, respect, and adaptability. Curry will be recognized as the recipient of The Charlie Sifford Award during the 2024 World Golf Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony presented by CME Group, at which Padraig Harrington, Sandra Palmer along with the late Johnny Farrell, Beverly Hanson, Tom Weiskopf and the 13 LPGA Founders will be inducted as part of the World Golf Hall of Fame Class of 2024.
