81 Year Old Hits Hole In One Twice in the Same Day

81-year-old golfer and author Chuck Miller made two holes-in-one during his recent round at Hot Springs Village's Cortez Course because, well that's golf. 

 

On Tuesday, June 18th, Miller made his first ace on the 135-yard, par-3 12th hole hitting a 6-iron.  Five holes later, Miller made his second ace on the 138-yard, par-3 17th hole, again with a 6-iron.  Seriously, I need to know more about that 6-iron. 

Pound Ridge Golf Club Wins Best Courses You Can Play in New York Honors

Pound Ridge Golf Club is a legendary Pete Dye modern marvel in Westchester County, and was recently honored in Golfweek Magazine's "Best Courses You Can Play in New York." 

 

Coming in at No. 6 this year, this is Pound Ridge's 10th consecutive year in the top 10 in the golf-rich Empire State.  The bucolic layout is Dye's only New York creation and exemplifies his genius for creating exceptional shot values and a pure golf experience for players.  Pound Ridge was also ranked No. 6 on the coveted list last year. 

Sea Pines Resort Offering Free Night Special with an Array of Benefits

How often do you wish they had just one more night on vacation?  Well now thanks to Sea Pines Resort you can.  

 

The Inn & Club at Harbour Town, an award-winning property located on the southernmost tip of Hilton Head Island, is offering a "Free Night Special" promotion, which also comes with an array of exclusive benefits. 

Steph Curry Unveils Range Unlimited UA Golf Collection in Shenzhen China

Stephen Curry is known for seemingly unlimited range, dropping buckets from 35 feet out as easy as a layup.  But off the court, his range is even longer.  Stephen drops dimes almost 300 yards when he’s on the golf course. 

 

Stephen's skill and passion for golf are well-known, and now he's bringing his trademark intensity from the hardwood to the greens with a golf collection.  And Mission Hills (the largest golf facility in the world) located in Shenzhen, China, provided a worthy backdrop for Curry to unveil his Under Armour Range Unlimited Golf collection during the 2019 UA Basketball Asia Tour. 

Srixon 2019 Q-STAR Golf Balls Preview: Fifth Generation Q-STAR Golf Balls Loaded with New Technlogies

Srixon will be officially launching their fifth generation Q-STAR golf balls this week, and the new versions are loaded with performance improving technologies.  The balls will be available in Pure White and Tour Yellow in North America this week on June 28, 2019. 

 

The core, cover, and dimples have all been enhanced to create the best ball speeds and distances ever in a Q-STAR ball. 

Adidas TOUR360 XT SL Review: A New Breed of Spikeless Golf Shoes

It's been almost 15 years since Adidas released their first TOUR360 golf shoes.  And since then this iconic shoe has been their flagship model worn by major champions and weekend warriors alike.  

 

Adidas has brought innovative new technologies to the line almost every year.  But 2019 marks an entirely new milestone for Adidas.  The new TOUR360 XT SL are a new breed of golf shoes, and the first time this model has been offered in a spikeless version. 

Chez Reavie WITB What's In The Bag: The Golf Equipment Reavie Used to Win the 2019 Travelers Championship

Chez Reavie ended an 11 year windless drought on the PGA Tour Sunday holding off Keegan Bradley and Zach Sucher at the Travelers Championship for his first victory since the 2008 RBC Canadian Open in his rookie year. 

 

Reavie took a six shot lead heading into Sunday's final round, and finished 1-under, 69 for the day, good for a 17-under final score and four stroke victory. 

Srixon Golf Finishes First on the LPGA Tour and Champions Tour with a Runner-Up on the PGA Tour

Srixon staffers put together some incredible performances across all professional tours this week.  In just her second full year on the LPGA Tour, Hannah Green became the first wire-to-wire winner of the KPMG Women's PGA Championship since 2011 to pick up her first professional victory and major championship.  With the Srixon Z-785 driver and Z-STAR golf ball in the bag, Green shot 68-69-70-72 giving her a final total of 9-under 279. 

 

Meanwhile on the Champions Tour, Jerry Kelly captured his fourth PGA Champions Tour win in style.  Competing in a 3-way playoff, Kelly finished on top by making a birdie on the third play-off hole to secure the win at the American Family Championship.  And on the PGA Tour Keegan Bradley and Zack Sucher nearly gave Srixon the trifecta with T2 finishes the Travelers Championship. 

Aldila and Mitsubishi Pick Up Wins and Total Driver Count on the PGA Tour and European Tour

As they said, "when you're hot, you're hot."  Aldila and Mitsubishi golf shafts continued their torrid streak of victories this year by winning again Sunday on the PGA Tour and European Tour. 

 

On the PGA Tour, Chez Reavie won the Travelers Championship playing an Aldila Rogue Silver 60 in his driver, an Aldila Rogue White 130 in 3-wood, and an Aldila Rogue White 130 in his 5-wood. 

Titleist TS3 Driver Review: A Driver Without Weakness

Prior to this season it had been awhile since I last played a Titleist driver.  In fact, the last Titleist driver I truly raved about was my 913 D2 (which I still own).  But this year Titleist went all in ball speed and distance, and I can tell you unequivocally, the TS3 is a driver without weakness. 

 

Titleist has always designed some of the straightest drivers in the industry.  Dispersion and forgiveness has always been near the top as well.  And I found the TS3 to actually be more forgiving and easier to hit than the previous 917 D2 driver, which was a pleasant surprise.  But it's the TS3's distance that really drew me in, hook, line, and sinker. 

Golf Pride Z Grip Align Review: Feel Enhancing All-Weather Grips with a Perfect Combination of Traction and Comfort

I told you a little about the 2019 GolfPride grips back in January at the PGA Merchandise Show.  And since then I've had time to try out the new Z Grip Align grips in all kinds of weather. 

 

Getting the right grip for your game is just as important as getting the right tires for your car, and these all-weather grips are unrivaled for grab and traction. 

KemperSports Golf Courses Earn Top Honors in Golfweek Rankings

Twenty KemperSports properties were named to Golfweek's most recent Best Courses You Can Play and Best Courses You Can Play By State lists, which were announced in the publication's June issue. 

 

The company's award-winning portfolio includes nationally-ranked courses, private clubs, municipal courses, and tournament venues.  And KemperSports has more managed properties ranked on these lists than any other management company. 

Golf Datatech Unveils Assessing the Pyramid 2019: A Comprehensive Investigation into the Pyramid of Influence

Golf Datatech is the industry's golf standard for accurate and timely information on the retail sales, inventory, pricing, and distribution of golf products through the on and off course channels. 

 

And they've unveiled the third edition of the Company’s comprehensive study, Assessing the Pyramid 2019, investigating the relevance of the "Pyramid of Influence," which for decades has formed the foundation upon which golf equipment companies marketed and sold their products. 

Sea Pines Country Club Announces Summer Preview Membership Opportunity

Sea Pines Country Club has debuted its 2019 summer preview trial memberships as the club celebrates the completion its multi-million dollar renovation and expansion project. 

 

Designed for new Hilton Head and Bluffton area residents and long-time locals interested in experiencing life as a Sea Pines Country Club member, the Summer Preview Trial Membership is an attractive way to make the most of summer by experiencing the first-hand modern amenities of Sea Pines Country Club. 

Bobby Weed Golf Design Commissioned to Update Ocean Course at Ponte Vedra Inn and Club

Bobby Weed Golf Design (BobbyWeed.com) has been commissioned to update the Ocean Course at Ponte Vedra Inn and Club, in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. 

 

The last restoration of the robust 1928 Herbert Strong design, completed by Bobby Weed Golf Design in 1998, returned the layout’s bold contours, brawny bunkering and wind-swept character. 

Keep Cool this Summer with Bag Boy’s Cart Fan, Cooler Bag, and Chiller Cart Bag Trio

Just in time for the dog days of summer. Bag Boy is releasing its "Keep Cool Trio," which a lot of golfers will want to check out.  The set includes a bag, fan, and cooler bag. 

 

The Bag Boy Chiller Cart Bag conveniently comes equipped with the removable, insulated cooler bag, and holds six 12-oz. cans.  The Chiller Bag includes TOP-LOK Technology, a patented bag-to-cart attachment system that secures the bag to the push cart and prevents the bag from twisting or turning, eliminating the need for cart straps.  And also features a 15-way organizer top with full-length individual dividers. 

Viktor Hovland Signs Equipment Deal With PING Golf

Viktor Hovland, the most recent World No. 1 Amateur, has signed an equipment contract with PING Golf, and will make his debut as a PING staff pro this week at the Travelers Championship. 

 

Hovland tied for 12th at last week'’s U.S. Open in setting the record for the lowest 72-hole score (280) by an amateur in the event's history, and was a decorated player for the Oklahoma State University Cowboys, where he was a three-time All-American, and won the 2018 U.S. Amateur at Pebble Beach, earning him an invitation to this year's Masters and U.S. Open. 

Want to Meet Jack Nicklaus and Play a Top Golf Course? Here's Your Chance Thanks to Reynolds Lake Oconee

Reynolds Lake Oconee is running a once-in-a-lifetime getaway right now that includes meeting Jack Nicklaus and playing the newly renovated Great Waters Golf Course at Reynolds Lake Oconee. 

 

When Nicklaus returns to Reynolds Lake Oconee in October to re-open the dramatically renovated Great Waters golf course, one lucky twosome will be there to share in the fun and excitement, and actually spend time with Jack, and maybe even get a few pointers. 

The 2019 Travelers Championship: Inside the Course (TPC River Highlands Review)

Trying to generate interest in a PGA Tour event the week after a major championship can be a struggle.  The tournament is perceived as a snooze-fest.  The world's top players often take much needed time off.  Even the fans need time to recuperate after a brutal post-major comedown. 

 

That is, unless we’re talking about the Traveler's Championship, which always attracts some of the biggest names in the game, and draws some of the largest crowds on Tour all year.  And the Pete Dye designed TPC River Highlands requires you to think your way around the course, utilizing narrow fairways, an abundance of bunkers, and firm, fast conditions to reward intelligence and precision more than brute force and strength. 

5 Things to Know about the 2019 Travelers Championship

With unforgettable images of Pebble Beach and another first time major champion still resonating in our U.S. Open rear-view mirror, the PGA Tour arrives to the birdie-friendly confines of TPC River Highlands this week for the Travelers Championship.  And this year’s star-studded field promises more excitement than ever. 

 

Five of the top-10 players in the OWGR are  in the field, including three of the top-10 in the FedExCup Playoff standings.  TPC River Highlands is a 6,841-yard, par-70 Pete Dye designed track overlooking the Connecticut River, and the routing on hole Nos. 15 through 18 provides the purest form of stadium golf on Tour.