Monday, June 21, 2021

Titleist Introduces Next Generation T-Series Irons at PGA Tour's Travelers Championship

This week at the PGA TOUR’s Travelers Championship, Titleist takes another step forward in the design, technology and performance of its next generation T-Series irons and U-Series utility iron.

Following a rigorous two-year development process, the new Titleist T100, T100•S and U•505 utility iron models are now available to PGA Tour players to use in competition, with the first opportunity coming on Thursday in Cromwell, Conn. The new T200 irons are expected join the family on tour in the coming weeks.

82 Club Champion Locations Named To America’s 100 Best Clubfitters List by Golf Digest

Club Champion’s entire roster of studios was named to Golf Digest’s 2021-22 America’s 100 Best Clubfitters list! Since the prestigious biennial ranking’s inception in 2011, the custom club fitter has been included by Golf Digest as one of the top places to visit for custom fitting services in the United States.

“At Golf Digest, we believe custom fitting is the most important tool to optimizing a golfer’s potential, and today more than ever it stands as the one area where the greatest improvement can occur,” said Golf Digest Senior Equipment Editor, Mike Stachura, in the publication’s congratulations letter.

Duca del Cosma Launches Limited Edition Independence Day UNITED and UNITY Golf Shoes

To celebrate the forthcoming Independence Day next month, Italian golf fashion brand Duca del Cosma is giving U.S. golfers the opportunity to wear the Star Spangled Banner, with the launch of its new 4th of July UNITED (Men’s) and UNITY (Women’s) golf shoes.

The stunning limited edition shoes were designed to honor Independence Day, with both the UNITED and UNITY models reflecting the inspirational design and colors of the American flag with prominent Stars & Stripes on either side. Handcrafted in soft Italian Nappa leather, the shoes feature exceptional attention to detail, matched with eco-friendly materials to provide the ultimate fashion statement both on and off the course.

Sunday, June 20, 2021

Dramatic Rally Delivers Jon Rahm, Spain First U.S. Open Championship

Torrey Pines delivered again. Seventy-second hole. Birdie putt. A delirious crowd going wild for one of the pre-championship favorites.

Thirteen years ago, it was Tiger Woods who delivered the “Expect anything different” putt heard around the world.

Saturday, June 19, 2021

Journeyman Richard Bland and Russell Henley are Surprise ​​​​​​​36-Hole Leaders in 2021 U.S. Open Championship

Golf Channel put up an intriguing graphic during its Friday telecast of the 121st U.S. Open Championship. When then-50-year-old Phil Mickelson produced his age-defying victory last month in the PGA Championship at Kiawah Island’s Ocean Course, he was No. 115 in the Official World Golf Ranking. This week, that spot in the world ranking is occupied by 48-year-old journeyman Richard Bland, who just happens to share the midway lead at Torrey Pines.

Karma? Maybe.

Thursday, June 17, 2021

Russell Henley Fires a 67 to Hold First-Round Clubhouse Lead ​​​​​​​in 2021 U.S. Open Championship

As first impressions go, the South Course at Torrey Pines Golf Course didn’t leave a positive one on Russell Henley. A first-round 79 in the 2014 Farmers Insurance Open – which also uses the North Course here – led to a missed cut and the Georgia native opting to omit the late-January event from his annual West Coast PGA Tour itinerary.

“I don't remember [much] besides leaving the course feeling like I just got beat up,” said Henley, a three-time PGA Tour winner.

Wednesday, June 16, 2021

Sights from the 2021 U.S. Open Championship at Torrey Pines South Course - Wednesday Practice Round

The work's been put in.  Preparation is complete.  And the practice rounds are over.  And all that's left is to get a good night's sleep and then go after it with everything you have.

The U.S. Open begins tomorrow from Torrey Pines, and for 156 players in the field golf's toughest test awaits at dawn.

Jon Rahm 2021 U.S. Open Championship TravisMathew and Cuater Script

Jon Rahm has his US Open Championship look down thanks to a little help from TravisMathew polos and Cuater shoes from their latest collections.

Jon's polos feature quick-drying, wrinkle-resitant fabric that stretches comfortably with every move, and his shoes give him all the comfort and performance benefits he needs to look, feel, and play his best.

Volition America and Revo Sunglasses Join Forces to Launch Limited Edition Sunglasses Collection

VOLITION AMERICA, in partnership with Revo, is excited to introduce the Revo Volition America sunglass collection, a unique collaboration designed to support the Volition America movement and those who have sacrificed for our country.

The collection will feature an array of classic sunglass shapes and signature mirrored lenses equipped with Revo’s best-in-class, NASA-based polarized lens technology.  Expect considerable custom details and Revo’s impeccable lens clarity for a collection that seamlessly combines style and performance.

Tuesday, June 15, 2021

FootJoy Introduces the Premiere Series Pacific Sunset Collection

FootJoy, the #1 Shoe in Golf, has introduced the Premiere Series Pacific Sunset Collection.  Inspired by the vibrant sunsets of Southern California, these limited edition shoes combine the performance and style of Premiere Series with the distinctly laid back feel of the West Coast.

Available in two upper designs, these beautiful, hand-crafted Premiere Series shoes take a clean, traditional silhouette and adds a west coast twist, celebrating elevated California style with vibrant pops of color.

LA Golf Announces Partnership with World No. 1 Player Dustin Johnson

LA Golf announced today World No. 1 Ranked player Dustin Johnson is the newest LA Golf partner.

Johnson has also become a major shareholder and will join the Board of Directors alongside defending U.S. Open Champion Bryson DeChambeau, TV personality Amanda Balionis, entertainer Kelley James, Duck Commander’s Willie Robertson, and Marucci Sports CEO Kurt Ainsworth.

SIK Golf Releases Limited Edition Putter to Commemorate Bryson DeChambeau's Historic Win at 2020 US Open

SIK Golf, developer of Patented Descending Loft Technology (DLT), today announced the introduction of a US Open Commemorative Putter, similar to the model used by Bryson DeChambeau at Winged Foot in 2020.

Just like the one Bryson games, the US Open Commemorative model ($2999.99 each) is a SIK Pro C head with alignment aid on top rather than on the flange and a traditional plumber’s neck hosel. An armlock-length LAGP shaft, fitted with a JumboMax grip identical to the one Bryson plays, also comes standard.

PUMA Golf Celebrates Third Major of Season with Rocco Collection (Inspired by Torrey Pines Wildlife)

As the U.S. Open approaches, PUMA Golf continues its collection of exclusive TRACKS drops inspired by major tournaments with a new release, the Rocco Collection. The Rocco Collection is inspired by Rocco the Raccoon and the other lovable critters that notoriously roam the Torrey Pines course in southern California.

The collection flaunts red, white and blue color schemes and a logo of the Torrey Pines resident mascot—like the iconic Bandit polo with an all over print design of Rocco the Racoon and the Raccoon P 110 Snapback cap. Bryson DeChambeau, Chris Baker, and Justin Suh will all wear pieces from the Rocco Collection during the tournament.

Cobra Golf Releases New KING Tec Hybrid

COBRA® Golf, a leader in golf club innovation, unveiled today the new KING TEC Hybrid ($279), the newest addition to their KING players’ family. Packed with innovative technologies, the KING TEC Hybrid is designed for better players who seek a utility club that delivers reliable carry distance and enhanced forgiveness off the tee and on longer approach shots into par 5’s.

The KING TEC Hybrid is the only hybrid in COBRA’s lineup to feature a PWRSHELL Face design (also featured in the latest RADSPEED irons).  The innovative design utilizes a thin, forged 455 stainless steel L-cup insert that is hyper-flexible to promote faster ball speed and higher launch across the face.

USGA Announces Tee Times for 121st U.S. Open Championship

The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced tee times for the first two rounds of the 2021 U.S. Open Championship, Thursday (June 17) and Friday (June 18), at 7,652-yard, par-71 Torrey Pines Golf Course (South Course), in San Diego, Calif.

The U.S. Open is a 72-hole, stroke-play competition. A field of 156 players will play 18 holes of stroke play on June 17 and 18, after which the field will be reduced to the low 60 scores and ties. Those players making the cut will play 18 holes on June 19 and 20. If there is a tie upon the completion of 72 holes, a two-hole aggregate playoff will immediately follow. If this playoff results in a tie, the tied players will immediately continue to play off hole-by-hole until the winner is determined.

Sights from the 2021 U.S. Open Championship at Torrey Pines South Course - Tuesday Practice Round

Things started to get a little more serious Tuesday at Torrey Pines, as players began intensifying preparation for the 121st U.S. Open Championship.

 

Tuesday was the biggest interview day, and stars like Justin Thomas, Brooks Koepka, and defending champion Bryson DeChambeau all had interesting things to say about this championship and how they will attack the course.

Monday, June 14, 2021

Sights from the 2021 U.S. Open Championship at Torrey Pines South Course - Monday Practice Round

A field of 156 players, including defending champion Bryson DeChambeau and favorite to win the U.S. Open Jon Rahm landed on Torrey Pines South Course today as preparations began for the 121st playing of the national championship.

The South Course will play to a par-71, and yardage is listed at 7,652.  However yardage will vary each round and South can play up to 7,800+ yards, which would make it possibly the longest course in U.S. Open history.

Inside the Numbers from the 2021 U.S. Open Championship at Torrey Pines

U.S. Open week is upon us, and we're deep diving into the facts and numbers of this 121st U.S. Open Championship to get you ready for all the action from Torrey Pines.

 

Can Bryson go back-to-back?  Does Phil really have a shot to grab the big one that's eluded him for so long?  Is there a dark horse who can get it done this week?  Let's jump inside the numbers.

Saturday, June 12, 2021

121st U.S. Open Championship Facts, History, and Television Coverage

Torrey Pines Golf South Course hosts the 121st U.S. Open Championship next week, and will be set up at 7,652 yards.

The course will play to a par of 35-36–71, and the yardage for each round of the championship will vary due to course setup and conditions.

Friday, June 11, 2021

Bushnell Golf Tour V5 Shift Rangefinder Review - A Worthy Upgrade to the V Series Legacy

I've taken the new Bushnell Golf Tour V5 Shift rangefinder out for testing a handful of times now.  Enough to get a good idea of what it can do and start writing my review.  Yesterday however, I was playing with a good friend and of course he was asking me questions about it.  So I decided to just let him use mine, it would be interesting what he thinks.  I had no idea it would become the intro for this review.

He was impressed, which didn't surprise me.  What did surprise me was just how impressed he was.  A few hours later I had a huge grin on my face when he texted me a pic of his new Tour V5 Shift.  He actually went out and bought his own after our round, I kid you not.