Fujikura, the leader in performance golf shafts, was honored to be the #1 driver and wood shaft at the Memorial Tournament. During a week that included another PGA Tour driver shaft victory, there multiple success stories for Fujikura over the weekend.
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On the PGA Tour at the Memorial Tournament, Fujikura dominated the field as the #1 driver and wood shaft. In total, 47.9% of the field used a Fujikura driver shaft during the week, with another 39.7% using a Fujikura wood shaft.
Scottie Scheffler is set to win 124th US Open this year and another three by 2038, whilst Rory McIlroy will never again be crowned the US Open champion, according to Instant Casino's AI Simulation.
Here is who AI thinks will be victorious at the next 20 US Open golf tournaments from now until 2044.
Ahead of the 124th U.S. Open Golf Championship, Sportshandle analyzed all of the past winners of the U.S. Open since its inception in 1895 to determine what are the typical traits of a U.S. Open winner – from average age, nationality, height, place of birth, and name to dress code and education.
If you want plan on placing a bet for the upcoming U.S. Open, check out our section on the best betting apps, and should you need some information on how to properly read the odds, here’s a breakdown of what moneyline means in the realms of betting
The all-new Callaway Ti 340 Mini Driver now features the most sophisticated face in Callaway history, the Ai Smart Face, using real player data and advanced machine learning. The Ti 340 Mini Driver is the club to launch higher with more spin and produce a softer landing off the tee.
If you’re a player who is looking for an alternate tee club, the Ti 340 Mini Driver is ideal for you. Designed with shorter shafts and a smaller overall footprint, the mini driver will deliver consistent distance to hit your specific yardage with tight dispersion.
What better way to say Happy Father’s Day than better golf for Dad? Club Champion, the world’s leading custom golf club fitter, is celebrating dads by offering FREE custom club fittings with a club purchase from June 13-17!
“Many times, it’s not you, it’s the clubs,” said Club Champion founder, Nick Sherburne. “We offer tour-style fittings so you can see what custom clubs can really do for your game.”
Experience a new standard of style and craftsmanship with FJ's latest limited edition release, the Red Clay Premiere Series. Drawing inspiration from the storied golf legacy of Pinehurst and the iconic red clay sands of North Carolina, these shoes seamlessly blend tradition with modern innovation and elevated design.
The Red Clay Premiere Series combines premium construction, modern innovation and unmatched comfort and support with a distinct interpretation on a classic design. Available in the popular Wilcox upper, this exclusive release features a statement making design that marries a clay-colored outsole with a luxurious pebbled leather and a unique navy basketweave saddle.
The 25th anniversary of Payne Stewart’s unforgettable victory at the 1999 U.S. Open at Pinehurst Resort will be commemorated this week when Pinehurst No. 2 course again plays host to our national championship. Stewart’s fashion made him one of the most identifiable players on the PGA Tour and, fittingly, his legacy will again take center stage with the official launch of the Payne Stewart Collection.
The men’s luxury clothing line will honor the indelible style and grace of one of the game’s most revered figures, whose life was tragically cut short in a plane crash four months after his dramatic victory at Pinehurst. Dubbed the “All-Time Best Dressed Golfer,” Stewart’s influence went beyond his sporting achievements. His personality, charisma, and class left an enduring mark on the world of golf and fashion, now immortalized in a selection of clothing and accessories that capture his iconic look.
Linnea Strom takes the course by storm, shooting a final round 60 to win her first LPGA Tour event at the ShopRite LPGA Classic.
To celebrate Linnea’s win and in honor of Women’s Golf Month, PXG is offering free fittings for women through the end of the month! Book your tour caliber fitting today. Use Code: WGMFREE
In celebration of the the third major of the season in Pinehurst, Bridgestone Golf is dropping their Limited Edition Summer Vibin 2024 capsule.
The curated collection taps the nostalgic feel of the 90's with the patriotic flair of our National Championship.
PXG confirms its first foray into eyewear with a limited-run release of innovative new golf sunglasses. Today, the company revealed two core styles: the trend-driven Oversized Urban Sunglass and the performance-driven Grilamid Sports Goggles, available online and at five premiere PXG retail locations.
The new PXG unisex sunglasses are more than just a stylish accessory; they offer a competitive advantage on the course. The Oversized Urban Sunglasses are perfect for the professional on the go, pivoting from the car to course and everywhere in between. They are made for everyday use with a durable Italian Mazzucchelli acetate frame and premium German CR-39 ZEISS Lens with innovative anti-reflection technology and UV 400 protection.
Evnroll, the award-winning putter line featuring patented ‘SweetFace’ Technology, launches a Gift with Purchase Father’s Day promotion and drops a Limited-Edition Triple Black version of the 38 Tour Spec product line.
To celebrate Father’s Day this year, any putter purchased on evnroll.com will include a USA themed Towel, Ball Marker and Tote Bag for free! ($85 value). Offer runs through June 16, 2024.
Performance golf equipment manufacturer Edel Golf and Tim Petrovic have officially signed a brand partnership to play Edel’s irons, wedges, and putter on the PGA Tour Champions. Petrovic’s staff bag will adorn Edel Golf’s logo and colors.
“I’m thrilled to be joining Team Edel,” said Tim Petrovic. “The technology and adjustability across Edel’s product line is second to none. The team at Edel Golf has been extremely supportive throughout the entire process and I’m excited to put Edel’s SMS and Array technology on full display on the PGA Tour Champions.”
Wilson Sporting Goods Co. announces the introduction of the Staff Model RB Utility to help players fill the gap between their shortest fairway wood and their longest iron. The versatility it provides around the golf course makes it a perfect solution for long par threes, reachable-in-two par fives, and even fairway-finding stingers. Three loft offerings will become available for sale on Wilson.com starting Tuesday, July 9.
The Staff Model RB Utility features tour-design specifications with input from Wilson Advisory Staff members like Kevin Kisner and Padraig Harrington, giving it a sleek, thinner topline for a player's appeal.
Today Callaway Golf has announced their new limited-edition Paradym Ai Smoke Tactical Drivers (available in MAX and Triple Diamond heads).
These drivers feature all the tech and performance benefits of Paradym Ai Smoke – the Ai Smoke Family is currently the #1 Driver in the U.S. this year per Golf Datatech.
With golf season officially here, dads everywhere are starting to take inventory and decide what will be needed to take their game to the next level this summer.
For five seasons and counting, Titleist drivers have been the top choice among the world’s best players competing on the PGA TOUR.
Here's another great guest review from a winner in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas. This one comes from Shaggy (@Plays4Profit on X) on Stitch SL2 Air Walker Golf Bag.
Shaggy is a looper and carries a lot of bags. And he says the "SL2 Air Walker is literally the perfect bag." He also says "it's the lightest bag I've ever picked up, [with] nothing you don't need and everything you do need."
I first learned about USwing Golf Sunglasses back at the PGA Show in January. Some big claims calling themselves "The World's Best Golf Sunglasses." I recently got a pair for my wife and USwing might actually be under-hyping their eyewear.
My wife says they're far and away the best sunglasses she's ever worn (of any kind, golf or otherwise).
This Father’s Day, elevate dad's wardrobe with our curated Linksoul collection.
Combining timeless classics with innovative materials, these pieces deliver style, comfort, and versatility for any occasion.
Garia®, the world’s first and only luxury golf and leisure car brand, is excited to announce a recent CNN feature highlighting Garia as a company driven ‘to put the art in golf cart.’ The feature “These hyper-luxury golf carts can be driven on the road,” sheds light on how Garia was founded to offer the aesthetics, luxury and performance with the high-end personalized style features to satisfy the discerning customer looking to experience the best.
The feature walks through how Garia achieved its mission to fulfill the lifestyle demands of its exclusive customer base by reinventing the golf car and engineering head-turning, sport vehicle styling, performance capability and complete customization options as the Garia standard.
In April 1993, nine months before Caledonia Golf & Fish Club was set to open, Doc Lachicotte took a local reporter on a tour of the property.
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“Beautiful, isn’t it?” Lachicotte, who was part of the course’s ownership group until his passing at the age of 95 in 2022, told the Sun News. “We want to keep it that way.”
Robert Trent Jones II Golf Course Architects (RTJ II) has been awarded the commission to design a new golf course for Cotton Bay Club on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas.
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The original Cotton Bay Golf Club was part of Pan Am founder Juan Trippe’s ambitious Cotton Bay Club. In 1959, Robert Trent Jones Sr. and Trippe created a new golf destination on a remote stretch of pristine sand and sea on the island’s southern shore. Very quickly, the club was a hit, becoming a favorite for golf in the islands and hosting “Shell’s Wonderful World of Golf.” The course and resort closed following a hurricane in 2005, but the same adventurous spirit has been rekindled by the Cotton Bay Holdings Group, which has assembled a global team, including RTJ II, to create a brand-new world-class golf destination.
Sacks Parente Golf Company, 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 related accessories, announces the launch of a Weekly Performance Pool program for players on the PGA TOUR Champions using Newton Motion driver shafts.
The incentive program offers the opportunity for players on the PGA TOUR Champions to compete for prize money based on their individual performance with the Newton Motion shaft in their driver at any given tournament. Unlike traditional prize structures, participants will only compete against others within the pool, enhancing the excitement and camaraderie among players swinging a Newton Motion driver shaft.
Dan Feeney is the Senior Director of Biomechanics and Research at the BOA Performance Fit Lab and if you think you know BOA just wait until you listen to this episode. Dan joins The PGAPappas Podcast and takes us down the rabbit hole of all things BOA.
We talk about what the BOA Fit System is really all about, the massively extensive testing BOA does to achieve unequaled BOA comfort and performance benefits, and a lot more.
Cherry Hills Country Club, one of America’s most historic golf clubs and a 15-time major championship host site, has selected decorated PGA club professional Bryan Nicholson to become just the eighth head professional in the club’s 102-year history. Nicholson will oversee all golf operations, including tournaments, events and outings, membership programming, instruction, and merchandising.
“I couldn’t be more pleased to have Bryan join our management team and lead the storied golf operation here at Cherry Hills,” said Lance Sabella, CCM Chief Operating Officer for Cherry Hills.
PXG, a global research and development company dedicated to creating the world’s finest golf equipment, accessories, and apparel, has deployed an all-new Stars & Stripes Collection. Boasting a variety of on-course accessories, the new collection underscores the company’s American roots and pride in country through a patriotic color palate and distinctive patterns.
With a fresh twist on its classic red, white, and blue designs, the new wave of the Stars & Stripes gear from PXG is comprised of four high-performance hat styles, headcovers, a golf towel, and a ball marker. The collection will also feature an all-new hybrid stand bag that will be released for purchase in time for Independence Day golf festivities. The bag will debut on tour ahead of the consumer launch during the U.S. Women’s Open and will subsequently appear on the PGA TOUR and Korn Ferry Tour.
NBC Sports will present more than 350 hours of live exclusive USGA championships coverage in 2024 across NBC, Peacock, USA Network and GOLF Channel, beginning Thursday, May 30, with the first round of the 79th U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally from Lancaster Country Club in Lancaster, Pa.
Golf season is heating up and I want to heat up your driver game to an entirely new level this year.
I'm calling it Swing into Summer with Club Champion. And I'm hooking someone up with a free driver fitting at Club Champion and custom driver of your choice!
Callaway Golf has announced the new Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond MAX Driver.
The Triple Diamond MAX blends the benefits of MAX construction with the workability and control of Callaway's Triple Diamond design.
GOLFTEC, the world leader in game improvement, was featured prominently during the CBS broadcast of the PGA Championship, to showcase the unique swing elements of each of the last eight PGA Championship winners — including first-time major champion Xander Schauffele.
Analysis focused on how players generate power and consistency — including Schauffele’s shaft angle at contact, Rory McIlRoy’s head tilt to support power generation, and a comparison of wrist angle at the top of the swing among the previous seven champions.
The Hogan Trophy Award Foundation, Friends of Golf (FOG) and Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) have announced that Auburn freshman Jackson Koivun is the recipient of the 2024 Ben Hogan Award presented by PNC Bank.
Bushnell Golf, the definitive #1 brand in golf distance measuring devices, today unveiled its latest golf GPS device, the Phantom 3 Slope. A revamped version of Bushnell Golf’s handheld golf GPS, the Phantom 3 Slope features a large, easy-to-read touchscreen display, offering golfers slope compensated distances at a touch.
Building off the success of the previous model, the Phantom 3 features several new features including slope compensated distances, auto-prompt score entry, auto course and hole recognition, a round timer and an odometer. With the Phantom 3 Slope, golfers can enjoy the ease and convenience of accurate GPS distances around the course. Ideal for both cart riders and walkers, the device features an integrated BITE magnetic cart mount and belt clip accessory.
Ace Indoor Golf, renowned for its expertise in home golf simulator solutions, is thrilled to unveil its Father’s Day Sale.
Until June 16, 2024, enthusiasts can enjoy a 20% discount on all Ace Indoor Golf stock and custom-size screens, gap pads, and frame pads. Plus, save $300 on the SkyTrak+ launch monitor.
Stars and Stripes forever this Summer on the golf course as Sun Mountain continues to expand its collection of golf bags in Patriot and Navy-White-Red colorways.
2024 golf bags in the Patriot colorway, distinguished by stars and stripes designs, include 2.5+, 3.5LS, 4.5LS 14-Way, and C-130S stand bags as well as C-130 and Sync cart bags. Golf bags in Navy-White-Red colorway include 2.5+, 3.5LS, 4.5LS 14-Way stand bags, C-130 and Maverick cart bags, and ClubGlider Meridian and Kube golf travel bags. For the nearest Sun Mountain retailer, call 800-227-9224 or visit www.sunmountain.com.
After an electric finish at the PGA Championship this past weekend, Xander Schauffele removed his name off the list of the “Best Golfers To Never Win A Major.” But now as we move towards the U.S. Open in June, who remains on that list looking to obtain the glory of winning a major championship?
BetCarolina.com utilized the upcoming future odds for the U.S. Open to finalize the list of the “Best Active Golfers To Never Win A Major,” which will updated prior to each major championship.
Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to announce the first ever Canon PowerShot GOLF Digital Laser Rangefinder, designed for golf enthusiasts. Fully equipped with outstanding optical features, yet, small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, this innovative solution is designed to provide accurate and effortless distance measurements combined with advanced digital zoom capabilities to help elevate every shot.
In the intricate game of golf, precision is paramount, and Canon understands the importance of accurately measuring the distance to the flag. To help golfers of all skill levels make well-informed decisions on the course, the PowerShot GOLF Digital Laser Rangefinder provides reliable measurements and empowers players to approach each shot with confidence.
Coverage of the 2024 NCAA Division I Women’s Golf Championship at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, Calif., begins Monday, May 20, on GOLF Channel and Peacock.
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MGI Golf, global leader in technology for the walking golfer and maker of America’s No. 1 electric golf caddy, introduces the newest additions to its best-selling Zip series lineup for 2024 – the Zip X1, Zip X3 and Zip X5.
“With the number of walking rounds steadily on the rise in the U.S., we recognize that golfers are in search of ways to get the absolute most out of their time on the course,” said Miranda Turner, CEO of MGI Golf Inc. “Our electric caddies create a walking experience to meet that demand, and we are pleased to introduce the latest in our popular Zip series lineup.”
After months of speculation, It has been announced by Netflix that Happy Gilmore, the comedy classic, is set to return for a sequel in the near future.
Adam Sandler is confirmed to reprise the titular character, an unsuccessful ice hockey player who discovers he has a talent for golf and competes in a tournament to raise money and save his grandmother's house.
The data analysts at Sports Talk Philly have calculated the cost of attending all four golf majors.
The key highlights including the average price of food, snacks, drinks, and alcohol at each tournament follow.
On the back of the American Golf Industry Coalition’s visit to Washington DC, Women’s Golf Day (WGD) locations around the globe are ramping up their activity in the lead up to the weeklong celebrations starting on May 28 with WGD Palooza. Women’s Golf Day founder Elisa Gaudet was part of the delegation who shared their insights at Capitol Hill.
More than 45 million people are engaging with the sport, including more women than ever before, driving a direct economic impact of $102 billion and 1.65 million jobs across the U.S. Golf is in great shape and WGD is a fantastic, proven method for locations to engage with this growing female demand.
The new Vokey Design WedgeWorks L Grind – a tour-proven low bounce lob wedge offered in 58- and 60-degree lofts, both with 4 degrees of bounce – is now available on Vokey.com.
Eight of the top-10 players in the Official World Golf Ranking currently play a Vokey Design lob wedge. Seven of those players are using a lob wedge with 6 degrees of bounce or less, seeking added versatility around the greens and performance on firm conditions.
The 2024 U.S. Open Championship will be contested from June 13-16 at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club’s Course No. 2.
The final size of the qualifying field, along with the number of available spots, will be announced on Monday, May 20. Scoring from the Dallas, Texas, England and Japan final qualifiers will be available at this usopen.com.
Asterisk Talley’s remarkable season of golf continued this week at Oak Hills Country Club, and this time she brought a friend along for the ride. Talley, 15, of Chowchilla, Calif., teamed with fellow Northern Californian Sarah Lim, 17, of Saratoga, to capture the 9th U.S. Women’s Amateur Four-Ball Championship.
The dynamic duo won a pair of matches on a hot Wednesday in southwestern Texas, including a 4-and-2 decision in the 18-hole final over Brynn Kort, 16, of Henderson, Nev., and Gracie McGovern, of Paradise Valley, Ariz.
Chris Gotterup earned his first career PGA Tour victory in dominating fashion last week at the Myrtle Beach Classic and joins The PGAPappas Podcast to talk about how zoned in he was coming down the stretch.
Chris joins the pod from Valhalla Golf Club where he's playing in the PGA Championship this week and we talk about the very unique way Chris prepares for Tour events. why he's playing with more control and ease, and his greater awareness while he's out there competing.
Miura Golf, manufacturer of the world’s finest forged golf clubs, and Reigning Champ, producers of the finest athletic wear in the world, are pleased to announce a joint collaboration to create a unique collection of golf clubs and apparel.
The partnership between these iconic brands includes the creation of a one-of-a-kind MB-101 Miura iron stamped with a composite of the Miura and Reigning Champ logos. The accompanying apparel offerings include the same blended logo and features the functionality, versatility and craftsmanship synonymous with the Reigning Champ brand.
Newton Golf Shafts, a business division of Sacks Parente Golf, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPGC) (“SPG” or the “Company”), announces that Doug Barron, a member of Newton Shafts’ roster, clinched his first major championship on the PGA TOUR Champions at the Regions Tradition held May 9 – 12, 2024 using the Newton Motion shaft in his driver.
This marked Barron’s third career victory and his first since 2020. His success underscores the unrivaled performance and precision engineered into every Newton Motion shaft, further cementing its position as a key differentiator on the PGA TOUR Champions. A total of five players on the PGA TOUR Champions trusted the Newton shaft in their drivers last week, including Newton Shafts’ brand ambassadors Barron and Ken Duke. Additionally, three other PGA TOUR Champions members elevated their game with the Newton Motion shafts in their fairway woods.
Arccos – the leader in connected A.I. golf products and the Official Game Tracker of the PGA TOUR – proudly welcomes U.S. Open Champion Matthew Fitzpatrick as an investor and Tour Ambassador, which will see him continue using Arccos to analyze his performance and refine his preparations for PGA TOUR events, major championships and Ryder Cups.
Currently No. 14 on the Official World Golf Ranking, Fitzpatrick has tracked his on-course data for over a decade, leveraging it to become the world’s top-ranked amateur by winning the 2013 U.S. Amateur Championship. As a pro, the native of Sheffield, England, has represented Europe in three Ryder Cups and claimed eight DP World Tour titles along with the 2022 U.S. Open and the 2023 RBC Heritage on the PGA TOUR.
LA GOLF Partners announces a strategic partnership with Discovery Land Company, a renowned global developer of luxury golf communities and resorts.
In conjunction with the launch of the partnership, Mike Meldman led a consortium of strategic investors from the sports, entertainment, and corporate worlds.
Titleist introduces Pro V1, Pro V1x and Pro V1x Left Dash golf balls with Enhanced Alignment, offering a performance-oriented alignment design straight out of the sleeve.
The new Enhanced Alignment aid is an extended alignment sidestamp designed for more precise aim and accuracy. The elongated sidestamp provides a built-in visual aid measuring over 65 percent longer than the standard Pro V1 sidestamp.