USGA Announces Sand Valley Resort Will Host four USGA Amateur Championships

The United States Golf Association (USGA) has announced that Sand Valley Resort, in Nekoosa, Wis., will be the host site for four USGA championships, beginning with the U.S. Mid-Amateur in 2026. The 2029 U.S. Junior Amateur, 2030 U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur and 2034 U.S. Girls’ Junior will also be conducted at the resort.

“The USGA is excited to begin this commitment with Sand Valley Resort, and we look forward to a long and fulfilling relationship,” said Mark Hill, USGA managing director, Championships. “The Keiser family has been committed to hosting national championships and promoting amateur competitions. We know that the resort’s courses will challenge and thoroughly impress the world’s best players.”

Wilson Fit AI Set to Change Future of Golf Club Fitting

Wilson Sporting Goods Co. has introduced Wilson Fit AI, an innovative, first-of-its-kind technology that will benefit both golf club fitters and golfers looking for the most advanced custom fitting experience. Wilson Fit AI combines Wilson’s black box algorithm with Blast Motion’s industry-leading motion analysis technology to deliver a simplified, more efficient and engaging fitting process for all involved.

“The team at Wilson is thrilled to bring Wilson Fit AI to market and, simply put, this is the future of golf fitting,” said Bob Thurman, Global Vice President of Research & Development at Wilson and General Manager of Wilson Golf. “Club fitters using a Wilson iron with a Blast Motion sensor embedded into the grip will be able to provide real-time feedback for every aspect of the player’s swing including shaft loading, swing tempo, face closing rates, and more. It will only take a few swings to understand a golfer’s swing profile allowing us to recommend the perfect set of Wilson customized irons, along with the ideal head model, shaft type and grip for each golf club.”

USGA Returns to Venerable Maryland Venues

The USGA has announced that Woodmont Country Club, in Rockville, Md., will host the 2025 and 2026 U.S. Adaptive Opens, and the 2028 U.S. Junior Amateur, while Columbia Country Club, in Chevy Chase, Md., will host the 2027 U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur and the 2035 U.S. Senior Amateur. This marks the USGA’s first return to Maryland since 2021 and a commitment to host five championships in the state over an 11-year period.

 

“We are excited to return to Maryland, which is home not only to historic golf venues, but also supportive and engaged fans familiar with USGA championships," said John Bodenhamer, USGA chief championships officer. “We know that Woodmont Country Club, Columbia Country Club and the surrounding communities will be thoroughly engaged in hosting these five championships. We look forward to partnering with our host clubs to stage top-tier events for some of the best players in the world.”

USGA Delivers Yearlong Impact in Championing and Advancing the Game

Delivering on an organizational commitment to drive impact “for the good of the game,” the USGA’s investments and programs contributed greatly to golf’s overall health and growth in 2023.

"129 years ago today, a handful of forward-thinking American golf clubs came together to formulate the USGA – with a simple mission to provide a common set of rules for all, to conduct national championships, and to provide a long-term, unbiased perspective for an even better future for our game,” said USGA CEO Mike Whan. “In 2023, we took significant steps toward that goal to more deeply invest our voice, expertise and financial resources to foster a stronger, more welcoming and more sustainable game.”

Enhanced Layering at Heart of Original Penguin Winter 2023 Collection

Original Penguin, known for its unique, humorous and detail-oriented clothing, is pleased to spotlight its Winter 2023 collections for men and women, inspired by the great outdoors and 60s space age fashion.

Perfectly marrying high street trends with edgy golf course chic, Original Penguin Golf, supported by global brand ambassador and Open Champion Cameron Smith, continues to fuse bold styling with tried-and-tested designs for golfers looking to inject a modern look into their golfing wardrobe.

Letters from Santa DAY 12 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: Club Champion Iron Fitting and FULL Iron Set (Custom Built) of Your Choice

Santa's talked about his love for traditions with us over the past few days.  And tonight on his command and with his full excitement we officially have a new PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway tradition.

For the second year in a row we're giving someone a FULL Set of irons Custom Built and Fit from the one and only Club Champion!

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 12 Golf Giveaway: 12 PAIRS of New 2023 Adidas ZG23 and MC80 Golf Shoes (12 Winners)

This has become a PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway tradition.  12 PAIRS of new Adidas Golf shoes for 12 Winners on DAY 12.  And this one is the most exciting for me because you can also choose between two different styles!

Head over to the Adidas site and choose between the new MC80 shoes or the new ZG23 shoes.  You can pick any color, any size, men's or women's.

FIVE PXG 0311 GEN5 Drivers for 5 Winners: 2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 12

It's been a great year for PXG.  They won early in the year on the PGA Tour, won late in the year again, and had all kinds of success in between.  A player on the Korn Ferry Tour secured his Tour card this year playing a bag of PXG clubs.  And the Number 3 Ranked Female Golfer in the World won four times this year playing the PXG 0311 GEN5 driver.

But for DAY 12 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway we're not going to give away a PXG 0311 GEN5 Driver.  No, we're going to give away FIVE (custom fit) PXG 0311 GEN5 Drivers to FIVE people! KABOOM BABY!

Letters from Santa DAY 11 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: Design Your Own FootJoy MyJoys Golf Shoes

Santa just brought it all together tonight.  Traditions and Customs.  What we all share in common with Christmas.  And Santa wants to have one of you design your own FootJoy MyJoys Golf Shoes!

Go on over to the site in the link above and go crazy.  Show me what shoes you design if you want.  Santa apparently designed a few for himself tonight.  Even designed a pair for me and not gonna lie, I'm diggin' em.  I'll let you read all about it in Santa's letter.  And I'll also tell you more about the MyJoys Design Studio below if you've never used it.  Easy Peasy and tons of fun!

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 11 Golf Giveaway: Motocaddie M7 Remote Electric Caddy Review

I promised you Kringle haymakers with the last three days of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway.  And you know Kringle gonna Kringle.  So we're coming from the top rope for my DAY 11 Jingle BAM with a brand new Motocaddy M7 Remote Electric Caddy for one of you!

And Kringle won't stop there.  You're also getting an Accessories Package to go along with your Motocaddy new M7.sidecick.  That means you also get a drink holder, a scorecard holder, an umbrella holder, a device cradle and more.  These all easily attach to your M7 so you want for absolutely nothing out on the course.

Srixon ZX7 Mk II Irons Review: 2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 11

The new Srixon ZX7 Mk II irons ruled the roost on professional tours this year.  ZX7 Mk II won multiple times on the PGA and LPGA Tour.  They won major championships on both tours.  If you've hit the ZX7 Mk II chances are damn good your contentment is all-consuming.  And I'm telling you from experience there's all kinds of Yippee-Ki-Yay in these babies.

And so for DAY 11 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway one of you is going to win a full set (4-P) of the ZX7 Mk II irons, LH or RH.

Letters from Santa DAY 10 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: New Vessel Player IV Stand Bag

Santa knows me all too well.  Then again it's no secret I hold Vessel golf bags in the highest regard.  What I didn't know however was that Santa is apparently all in on Die Hard as a Christmas movie.  And apparently he might have a deal in place with Vessel that will actually give him time to play golf on Christmas Eve.  I'll let him tell you all about it below.

So Santa wants to give one of you the new Vessel Player IV Stand Bag.  Talk about All Gas No Brakes baby!  You can check out the available colors on the Vessel site.  You can also choose the 6-way or 14-way top.  And then ready or not, you're about to enjoy the walk more than you ever have before.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 10 Golf Giveaway: YEAR Supply of Bridgestone Golf Tour B Golf Balls (12 Dozen) Review

Tiger Woods has said the most important thing in your golf bag is your golf ball.  "It's the golf ball because it's something you use on every shot," according to Woods.  And I'm not going to argue with a 15-time major champion.

Tiger of course plays Bridgestone Golf Tour B golf balls.  And while you might not be able to hit those "peelers" and "up shoot spin cuts" as Tiger describes them, you can have the utmost confidence in your ball that never goes away.  And so for my Jingle BAM DAY 10 giveaway in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas one of you will receive a YEAR supply of Bridgestone Golf Tour B (12 Dozen) balls of your choice.

Callaway Golf Paradym Driver Review: 2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 10

The new Callaway Golf Paradym drivers had a dominating 2023.  Paradym won three majors, was #1 in worldwide victories.  And the best selling driver of the year?  You guessed it, the Paradym.

And for DAY 10 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway, one of you can select any Paradym Driver you want.  The standard, the Triple Diamond, the X.  Head on over to the Callaway site and pick out a head, shaft, and of course RH and LH are available.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Santa Dared Me DAY 9 Giveaway 5: 3 Pair of New FootJoy StaSof, RainGrip, and WinterSof Golf Gloves

We play this crazy game we love in all weather conditions.  Hot and cold, wet and dry.  So for Santa Dared Me Giveaway 5 in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway let's make sure you're covered no matter what Mother Nature throws at you.

Someone will receive THREE pair of FootJoy gloves.  The popular StaSof for most conditions.  The RainGrip for when it's, well raining.  And the WinterSof for those colder rounds on the course.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Santa Dared Me DAY 9 Giveaway 4: Shot Scope X5 Golf GPS Watch and PRO LX (2nd Gen) Laser Rangefinder

You all had your eyes all over these in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway preview video.  And for good reason.  The new Shot Scope X5 GPS Golf Watch is loaded with features (including Shot Tracking).  And the new Shot Scope PRO LX (2nd Gen) Laser Rangefinder boasts a wealth of improvements that every golfer will appreciate.

And we're going to give them both away in the Santa Dared Me DAY 9 Giveaway 4.  You'll have to choose one or the other but honestly can't go wrong with either.  It might simply come down to are you GPS watch kind of golfer or a Laser Rangefinder player.  I'll touch on some of the benefits and improvements of both the X5 and PRO LX (2nd Gen) below to help you make the choice!

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Santa Dared Me DAY 9 Giveaway 3: Iliac Golf Custom Leather Headcover Set of 3 (Driver, Wood, Hybrid)

This year I put a set of Iliac Golf leather headcovers on my driver, wood, and hybrid for the first time and they are all-around exceptional.  Iliac leather and workmanship is uncompromising.  Stitching, styles, and variety positively wicked.  And there's an alluring grace about Iliac's new 2024 Collection that gives each handcrafted piece undeniable character.

And so for the Santa Dared Me DAY 9 Giveaway 3 in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas you can choose ANY driver, fairway wood, and hybrid Iliac leather headcover from their ENTIRE new collection.  Iliac will also custom stich your initials or name in the headcovers if you want.  So go NUTS!  You can see their new line of 2024 headcovers here.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Santa Dared Me DAY 9 Giveaway 2: New LA GOLF Bel-Air and Malibu Putter Review

Just one year after entering the putter category, LA GOLF doubled down with improvements in their next generation of carbon putters, the Bel-Air and the Malibu.  And these putters are turning heads again.

The new putters feature more exotic finishes, a variety of hosel options, and an even larger sweet spot.  LA Golf says the new putters are the most technologically advanced putters ever made.  And one of you is going to win your very own LA Golf putter.  You can choose either model, any "X" finish and hosel, and of course it comes with the LA Golf shaft.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Santa Dared Me DAY 9 Giveaway 1: New 2024 Project X Denali Shaft (Choose Black or Blue)

Santa dared me and you know Kringle gonna take any dare.  So let's start the first of FIVE Santa Dared Me giveaways in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway with something that's a bit of a mystery and generating A LOT of buzz on social media and on Tour.  I'm talking about the new 2024 Project X Denali Driver and Wood shafts.

We've seen Denali Blue back in July at a PGA Tour event and Denali Black sightings will probably start rolling out in January.  True Temper and Project X haven't released all the details about Denali (as they haven't been officially released yet).  But I'm going to share a few tasty morsels about Denali you might not know about.  And one of you is also getting your very own Denali Blue or Black shaft.  You can pick any weight and flex (I'll tell you what's available below).

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAMBigger DAY 8 Golf Giveaway 2:New Odyssey Ai-ONE Milled Putter

Jingle BAM Bigger has been insane.  And you've all picked up on it immediately.  I saw a few of you correctly guess what's coming with my "I am still The ONE" clue.  So right to it.  We did the new Odyssey Ai-ONE putter back on DAY 1 to open up my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway.  And tonight we Jingle BAM Bigger with the new Odyssey Ai-ONE Milled putter!

You can choose from ANY of the eight models RH or LH, including the ONE T, TWO T, THREE T, SIX T, SEVEN T (two models), EIGHT T, and ELEVEN T.  You can see all the Ai-ONE Milled putters here.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAMBigger DAY 8 Golf Giveaway: Complete (7-Piece) TravisMathew and Cuater Outfit

Last night we debuted the Jingle BAM Bigger giveaways in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway and you all LOVED it!  And so for DAY 8 we're having TWO more Jingle BAM Bigger giveaways!  And the first today is Jim-Dandy!

A Complete 7-Piece Outfit from TravisMathew and Cuater.  You get it ALL.  A polo, an outerwear, a cap, a belt, pants, socks, and shoes.  ALL seven pieces and you can pick ANYTHING you want from the entire TravisMathew and Cuater site.  And yeah, let's do this for TWO winners!

2024 Graphite Design Tour AD VF Driver Shaft: 2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 8

If you follow me on X/Twitter and Instagram you know there's just a handful of shafts that always seem to fit me best and I wind up playing regularly in my drivers and woods.  One of those shafts is the Graphite Design Tour AD DI.  And one of the hottest new shafts for 2024 just happens to be a Graphite Design Tour AD.

In fact, you've already seen Tiger and Justin Thomas playing this shaft and they're bombing the bejesus of driver right now.  I'm talking about the new Graphite Design Tour AD VF.  VF stands for Victory Force and for DAY 8 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway one of you can choose ANY weight and flex AD VF shaft.  And I'll even see if I can get Graphite Design to tip and grip it for any driver you want to use it with.

Kringle Gonna Kringle DAY 8 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas FLASH Golf Giveaway: New 2023 Arccos SMOKE Gen 3+ Smart Sensors BUNDLE

Woke up feeling today's a good day for our first Kringle Gonna Kringle FLASH Giveaway!

And so for this DAY 8 first ever Kringle Gonna Kringle FLASH giveaway in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas let's give someone the new 2023 limited-edition Holiday Arccos SMOKE Bundle which includes their latest Gen 3+ Smart Sensors, a 1-Year Membership, and a $50 Arccos Gift Card.

Letters from Santa DAY 7 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: New Bushnell Golf ION Elite GPS Watch

Did you know Santa was a Golden Glove champion?  Lived quite the life it seems.  He had a fantastic idea recently born out of a kind of need to keep pace with the changing world.  And I'm all on board.

Santa wants to give one of you the new Bushnell Golf ION Elite GPS Watch.  He was impressed with what he saw when I was using mine this year.  And he's even incorporated ION Elite into his Christmas Eve flight around the world.  I'll let Santa tell you about it.  What I can tell you is you can choose either white or black, and it's going to be one of the best GPS golf watches you've ever used.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAMBigger DAY 7 Golf Giveaway: TWO Dozen 2023 Titleist Pro V1 or Pro V1x (Performance Alignment) Golf Balls AND Titleist Players Backpack

Last night on X/Twitter and Instagram I told you why Jingle BAM Bigger was created.  Jingle BAM Bigger is a prize (or prizes) that you've already seen in this PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway (sort of), but now it's different, bigger, or more of what you've already seen.  It's about having more Kringle fun!

And so for this DAY 7 first ever Jingle BAM Bigger giveaway we have TWO Dozen 2023 Titleist Pro V1 or Pro V1x (Performance Alignment) golf balls... AND a 2023 Titleist Players Backpack!  And that's how you Jingle BAM Bigger baby!  Oh by the way?  We'll have at least three Jingle BAM Bigger giveaways before 12 Days wraps up.

Tour Edge Wingman Wedge Review: 2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 7

When you think of Tour Edge Golf you probably think of their award winning drivers, woods, and hybrids.  But if you stopped there it would be a mistake.  Tour Edge has made the path to better wedge play a whole lot easier with their new Tour Edge Wingman wedges.  Giving you the precision you want and forgiveness you need, the Wingman wedges also feature distinctive sole grinds and masterful groove designs to control your distances, manage various lies, and ultimately hit your intended targets.

And for DAY 7 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway one of you can choose a complete 3 wedge set of the Wingman wedges.  Any loft from 50 to 60 degrees (in two degree increments), and any of the three unique sole grinds.  The key to lower scores is a good short game and Wingman will help you get there.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 6 Golf Giveaway: CRU Golf LEGACY Leather Carry Bag (You Custom Design Your Own) and 3 Custom Leather Headcovers and Custom Leather Valuables Pouch

Golf in it's purest form has always been about enjoying the walk.  It's almost a spiritual feeling when you smell the freshly cut grass as the sun rises on the morning horizon.  When the landscape opens up and you see the pin flag for the first time whipping in the distance, you're at one with nature.

Architecture, shot strategies, and scenery all come together when you walk a course.  And the new leather CRU Legacy carry bag pays homage to enjoying the walk.  The Legacy is nostalgic and sophisticated.  It's a leather carry bag you pass on from generation to generation.  And the feeling you'll experience carrying one over your shoulder is pure joy. And one of you is going to win your very own Legacy Bag in my DAY 6 Jingle BAM Giveaway.  But it gets even better!

Fujikura VENTUS TR Red Blue Black Shaft Review: 2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 6

If you look up domination in the dictionary Fujikura Golf should really be there.  Fujikura was the Number 1 played driver, wood, and hybrid shaft on the PGA Tour this season.  It was the Number 1 played driver shaft in three of the four major championships.  Half of all tournaments played during the season were won by players using Fujikura shafts.  And at the final event of the season, of course it was Fujikura to win the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club.

And the VENTUS shaft?  Over the entire season on Tour there were more than 4,400 uses of VENTUS, 1,500+ more uses than the next closest competitor.  So of course for DAY 6 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway one of you will win any VENTUS TR shaft you want.  Choose from Red, Blue, or Black, any weight, any flex.  I'll even see what I can do to get it cut and gripped at the length you want with whatever driver you want to use it in.  You can read about the VENTUS TR Red, Blue, and Black specs and technology here.

Letters from Santa DAY 5 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: Full Set of New Edel Golf SMS Irons or SMS Pro Irons (Custom Built)

Santa can't catch a break these days!  I'll let you tell him all about it but it all has to do with a gold tooth, getting into the golf ball manufacturing game, and of course the elves are raising hell again.  You can read about it below.

Santa's been playing the new Edel Golf SMS Pro irons a lot this year and turns out a lot of the elves are as well.  Unfortunately the SMS irons blazing speed and pinpoint accuracy were the cause of Santa's trouble today.  But he's a glass half full kinda guy.  And so for DAY 5 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway he wants to give someone a custom built set of new Edel SMS irons or SMS Pro irons.  Any shafts and grips they offer.  Built up to the winners spec in a 4-G set.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 5 Golf Giveaway: Dormie Workshop Limited Edition Driver and Putter Headcovers

Dormie Workshop has a special place in my heart.  This premium handmade leather headcover company created my first custom PGAPappas logo headcovers.  And they made my jaw drop.  Absolutely stunning.  I knew as soon as I received the HCs that Dormie would have to be in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway this year.

And so for this DAY 5 Jingle BAM giveaway I have a treat for you.  FOUR limited edition and outrageously unique Dormie Workshop driver and putter headcovers.  One of them is the first of only eight ever made!  We'll have FOUR winners, be sure to tell me which headcover you want, and below I'll give you the scoop on each of them.

Galvin Green Leonard Interface-1 Jacket Review: 2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 5

I make no secret about the extremely high regard I have for Galvin Green.  Their apparel is simply a cut above.  And I know for a fact every fabric used, every material designed, every decision Galvin Green makes is carefully weighted after appraising all options down to the very last detail.

Galvin Green is a company devoted to golf with a commitment to innovation and pushing boundaries of product quality.  Their driving purpose is to give you, me, every golfer the absolute best apparel for all conditions we play in.  And I can tell you the new Galvin Green Leonard Interface-1 Jacket we're giving away for DAY 5 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway is  marvelous in every possible way.  You're getting an all-weather outright gem in Leonard.

2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: Intermission 1

I told you it was coming! We're a PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway Intermission 1 for today and tomorrow so I can ready up the next round of prizes and gifts.

We'll resume Thursday for DAY 5 with prizes each day at 12:45, 4:45, and 7:45.  We might also have a few new surprises as well.  Kringle Gonna Kringle!

Letters from Santa DAY 4 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: 4 Pairs of Duca del Cosma Golf Shoes

Well Santa had an interesting last 24 hours to say the least.  Even I'm not sure if he just tied one on or actually experienced what he said he experienced.  And I guess cat's out of the bag now too.  Yeah, there is a Nuclear Switch at the North Pole and I'm thinking Santa really needs to safeguard it better.  You can read about it below.

Santa's a big fan of Duca del Cosma.  Even thinking of wearing a pair of Duca's golf boots this year on Christmas Eve.  And he pointed out today is DAY 4 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway so makes a lot of sense to give away FOUR pairs of Duca shoes to FOUR people.  Call it a Kringle Four for Four!

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 4 Golf Giveaway: Nikon Coolshot Pro II Stabilized Rangefinder Review

From high to low handicaps, golfers new to the game and those of us who've played since we were knee high, we all want to play better golf.  And one of the easiest and quickest ways to improve is to utilize a laser rangefinder.  Truly knowing exactly how far you hit all the clubs in your bag is essential.  Feedback you receive helps you learn what clubs to choose and play for certain distances.

And the new Nikon Coolshot Pro ii Stabilized laser rangefinder is one of the best you'll ever use.   Differentiating itself from the pack with premium performance and technology in every feature category.  Optics, accuracy, speed, and range are all exceptional.  And one of you is going to win your very own Coolshot Pro II in this DAY 4 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway.

Fred Couples Signed Masters Flag and FRED Yellow Bridgestone Golf Ball: 2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 4

I know a lot of you love your golf memorabilia and for DAY 4 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway we have a great one.  He's one of the most popular golfers of all time.  He won one of the most exciting and memorable Masters in history.  And he has the coolest nickname in golf.

Of course I'm talking about Fred "Boom Boom" Couples.  And one of you is going to win a Fred signed Masters flag and exact same Yellow Bridgestone Golf ball he's played with that same "FRED" stamp he uses every tournament he plays in.

Cobra KING Tour and Forged Tec Irons Review: 2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 3

Every year companies try to make their equipment better.  And in large part they usually do.  Drivers, irons, wedges, all see some improvements.  It's rare however when a company designs new equipment that winds up being the best they've ever created.  And Cobra Golf did exactly that.  Twice.

The new Cobra KING Tour irons and new Forged Tec irons are the best irons Cobra has ever made in those particular categories (players and players distance).  And to go even further KING Tour and Forged Tec are the best irons Cobra has ever made, Period.  And one of you can choose a FULL SET of either the new KING Tour or new Forged Tec irons in DAY 3 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway.

Letters from Santa DAY 2 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: Full Set (11) of AeroTech SteelFiber Private Reserve Iron Shafts

Santa's playing peacemaker tonight at the North Pole.  Also seems to have some aspirations of playing professional golf.  And the elves are acting out and vandalizing Santa's golf equipment.  It's a hot mess on the North Pole tonight! You can read about it below.

Santa knows how much I love my Aerotech SteelFiber Private Reserve Shafts.  He even has them in a few of his iron sets.  So makes perfect sense one of you will receive a full set (11) of SteelFiber Private Reserve shafts to help take your game to another level in 2024.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 2 Golf Giveaway: Stitch Golf SL2 Air Walker Golf Bag Review

The best compliment I can give to the new Stitch Golf SL2 Air Walker golf bag is probably also the simplest.  It gives most golfers a little bit of pretty much everything they could want in a carry bag.

SL2 Air Walker is extremely lightweight.  There's enough storage space to bring most things you'd usually bring to the course.  The construction is durable and water resistant.  Four full-length dividers makes pulling clubs Easy Peasy.  And it's very stable on the ground when the legs spring open.  And yup, for this DAY 2 Jingle BAM giveaway one of you can choose any SL2 Air Walker you want (it's available in three different colors).

Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x Golf Ball Review: 2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 2

Telling you the Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x are great golf balls is like telling you Christmas is the best holiday.  Everyone knows this.  The name Titleist name is a standard of excellence.  And Pro V1 and Pro V1x are used my more pros and more golfers overall than any other golf ball.  Anyone who's ever picked up a golf club has likely played a Titleist ball.

I joked with friends this year that Titleist must be controlling my ball with some kind of NASA satellites because shot after shot after shot my ball performance was sensationally exact.  And to kick off DAY 2 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas one of you will win TWO Dozen Pro V1 or Pro V1x Performance Alignment balls (red and green colors for Christmas of course, but you can also choose black and blue colors if you like as well).

Letters from Santa DAY 1 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: TravisMathew and Cuater Apparel and Shoes Outfit

Letters from Santa returns this year for my 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway and I'm feeling the Big Man will be writing me everyday through Christmas.  It seems Santa is having some problems with the elves about the golf ball rollback, an delivering presents all around the world in one night has put him in NORAD's radar.  I'll let him tell you all about it in his letter below.

Santa's a big fan of TravisMathew and Cuater and so we're giving someone an outfit where they can choose any polo, any pants, and any shoes they want.  You can browse through everything here in the TM/Cuater site.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 1 Golf Giveaway: PRG Golf Officially Licensed Driver and Putter Headcovers

I'm fortunate my job has allowed me to play a lot of superlative courses.  In some way and often many ways these courses are compelling because of their rich histories, championship pedigrees, and preeminent architectural designs.  When I play and review these courses I don't usually go full architecture dork on you but give you enough course nuance to get a feel for the spirit and soul of these courses.  And of course then also just let my photographs tell the rest of the story.

Invariably I wind up buying putter headcovers from the pro shops to commemorate the rounds and experiences.  And it seems more often than not the putter covers I return home with are PRG Golf designs.  PRG headcovers are well made and durable to be your everyday headcovers.  They're also captivating in beauty to be on full display like I do with mine.  And on this DAY 1 Jingle BAM giveaway, one of you can choose both a driver and putter headcover from any of PRG's officially licensed collections.  Whatever you want.  Go crazy!

Odyssey Ai-ONE Putter Review: 2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 1

Let's start DAY 1 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas this year with a choice for you!  And for DAY 1 what better prize could there be than the new Odyssey Ai-ONE putter from the #1 Putter in Golf.  See what I did there?

You can choose from any of the five new Ai-ONE models including the #1, Double Wide, Rossie S, Seven S, and Seven CH.  You can see all the new models here.

2023 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway

Are you ready?  My annual PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway kicks off tomorrow, Friday December 8th.  Each year it gets bigger, wilder, and more fun than ever.  And I'm telling you now... Release The Kringle is going All Gas No Brakes straight up Kringlemania this year!

We'll have more gifts, more prizes, and more winners than ever before.  And the prizes are freaking insane.  Pushing all the chips center table Jingle BAM Jingle BAM Bigger insane each and every day.

Acushnet Statement on USGA and R&A Announcement

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).

Bridgestone Golf Statement on R&A and USGA Golf Ball Announcement

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.

Official Statement by R&A AND USGA Announcing Decision to Revise Golf Ball Testing Condition

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.

PING Slam PLD Limited Collection Drops Today, December 5th

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 Announces Island Inspired 2024 Aloha Apparel and Accessories Capsule Collection

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 Releases Limited Edition Slipstream G Rickie Fowler Shoes

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.”

12 Players Chosen for 2024 USA Curtis Cup Practice Session

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.