Record Number of Entries Accepted for 77th U.S. Women’s Open Presented by ProMedica

The United States Golf Association (USGA) has accepted a record total of 1,874 entries, including 12 champions and 24 of the top 25 players in the world, for the 77th U.S. Women’s Open Championship Presented by ProMedica. The U.S. Women’s Open will be held for the fourth time at Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club, in Southern Pines, N.C., on June 2-5, 2022.

The previous record was established in 2015 when 1,873 filed entries for the championship at Lancaster (Pa.) Country Club. More than 1,500 U.S. Women’s Open entries were accepted for the eighth consecutive time. The USGA accepted entries for the 2022 U.S. Women’s Open from golfers in 46 U.S. states and 57 foreign countries.

Club Champion Opens Four New Studios

Custom club fitter Club Champion announces the opening of four new fitting studios this month, located in Sanford, FL; Mt. Pleasant, SC; Ann Arbor, MI; and Charlottesville, VA. The brand will surpass 95 stores nationwide this quarter and is looking to continue their expansion later this year.

Club Champion custom-fits and builds golf clubs using components from over 60 brands, including names like Callaway, TaylorMade, 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.

Heck, Kuehn Named to 2022 USA Curtis Cup Team

Rachel Heck, 20, of Memphis, Tenn., and Rachel Kuehn, 20, of Asheville, N.C., have earned places on the 2022 USA Curtis Cup Team as the top Americans in the Women’s World Amateur Golf Ranking®/WAGR® as of April 6. They will compete against Great Britain and Ireland in the 42nd Curtis Cup Match on June 10-12 at Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, Pa.

Since 2018, the three highest-ranked American players in the WAGR as of a predetermined date receive automatic exemptions from the USGA onto the USA Curtis Cup Team. Rose Zhang, of Irvine, Calif., currently No. 1 in WAGR®, had previously been named to the team due to winning the 2021 McCormack Medal. Heck is currently No. 3 in WAGR, while Kuehn is ranked No. 8.

Titleist Introduces New Vokey Design SM9 WedgeWorks Low Bounce K Grind Wedges

Building upon the momentum generated by the introduction of the Vokey Design SM9 line, Titleist launches the WedgeWorks Low Bounce K Grind, a tour-proven, versatile wedge now available in Tour Chrome and Raw finishes.

The SM9 K grind is among the most popular of all the available Vokey options, especially with amateur golfers who favor its wide, cambered sole, providing maximum forgiveness on greenside shots and out of the bunker.

Adidas Golf Releases New Limited Edition Tour 360 22 x Waffle House Golf Shoes

With Georgia on everyone’s mind this week, Adidas Golf wanted to cook up something special. So, they got on the phone with their friends in Georgia who know how to cook up good food better than anyone else: Waffle House.

Before too long, the two teams were already in the design kitchen combining ingredients from the iconic restaurant with one of the most iconic shoes in golf. The end result was the TOUR360 22 x Waffle House – truly a creation unlike any other.

Spaun Keeps Cool in Galvin Green to Book Trip to The Masters

J.J. Spaun grabbed the last spot at this week’s Masters tournament wearing the latest Quickdry outfit from Galvin Green when winning his first PGA Tour title in temperatures reaching 86°F (30°C) at the Valero Texas Open at TPC San Antonio on Sunday.

Having signed with the leading high-performance apparel brand earlier this year, J.J. chose to wear the Quickdry combination of the striking MAYSON shirt in a Navy/White colorway, along with stylish NOAH pants in Sharkskin for his impressive final round that took him up to 10th in the FedEx Cup rankings.

River Hills Golf & Country Club To Undergo Greens, Bunker Renovation Project This Summer

River Hills Golf & Country Club, long regarded as one of the Myrtle Beach area’s hidden gems, will close this summer to undergo a complete greens and bunker renovation project, Founders Group International announced.

River Hills will close June 20 and plans to reopen August 21.

Another 1-2 Finish for Tour Edge on PGA TOUR Champions at Rapiscan System Classic

In the fifth event played on the 2022 PGA TOUR Champions, Tour Edge claimed their 2nd 1-2 finish of the season Sunday at the Rapiscan System Classic in Biloxi, Miss.

The winner of the event was playing a 22-degree Exotics C721 Hybrid with an Aldila NV 85 shaft for a dominant 6-shot victory.

Berkeley Country Club Offers Claremont Club & Spa Resort Guests Golfing and Social Priviledges

Berkeley Country Club now offers Claremont Club & Spa resort guests privileged access to championship golf at one of Northern California’s premier golfing and social destinations. Located in the Berkeley Hills, just minutes from the hotel, the Berkeley Country Club offers a challenging and inspiring course for players of all abilities.

Superbly routed over natural terrain and featuring breathtaking panoramic views of San Francisco Bay, the 18-holes, Par 72 golf course has provided an unparalleled golf experience for more than a century.

The Master’s Inspired Peachy SZN Collection by Devereux

The Master’s Tournament once again kicks off this week in the Peach State, welcoming close to 50,000 patrons to Augusta National Golf Club for a full week of competition and comradery.

Devereux, a men’s brand that brings a fresh take to the too often stale world of golf, is nodding to the greatest tournament of the year with their newest capsule collection, Peachy SZN.

Shot Scope Launches PRO LX+, Golf’s First Laser Rangefinder to Feature GPS-Powered Distances and A.I. for Personalized Performance Tracking

Shot Scope (www.shotscope.com), a leading international manufacturer of GPS-based distance tracking and game performance systems, today announced it has officially launched and is now selling PRO LX+, golf’s first laser rangefinder to feature GPS-powered distances and Artificial Intelligence for personalized performance tracking.

A first-of-its-kind rangefinder, the PRO LX+ system, includes three innovative devices which are sold as one unit, the PRO LX+, featuring GPS-powered distances and performance tracking, or individually as the PRO LX Rangefinder and H4 Game Tracker. Today, with research showing that modern golfers rely on multiple GPS devices, players of all levels now have one device - PRO LX+ - that provides all of the on-course technology they need in one system.

FootJoy and Garrett Leight California Optical Partner to Release Exclusive Shoes and Eyewear

Eyewear lifestyle brand Garrett Leight California Optical (GLCO) and iconic golf shoe brand FootJoy are partnering to create a limited series of sunglasses and footwear that bridges FootJoy’s high performance golf wear with GLCO’s easy-going Southern California lifestyle.

Fronting the collaboration is a collection of classic Premiere Series golf shoes for men and women with custom tortoise accents that include FootJoy’s premium construction and high-quality materials and design. Three limited edition styles are available including two styles in men’s, Premiere Series Tarlow and Packard, and a stunning cap toe option for women. Paired with the shoes is a unique sunglass offering from GLCO’s Spring Summer 22’ collection, Elkgrove Sun.

FootJoy Premiere Series Field Golf Shoes Review - Nostalgia Never Felt So Good

When FootJoy released their new Premiere Series line of golf shoes last year you already know I lost my damn mind.  Branded as a modern representation of the classic golf shoe, all three Premiere Series styles surpassed my every expectation for comfort and performance.

I thought the Packard, Tarlow, and Flint shoes were all I'd ever need from the FJ Premiere Series.  I was wrong.  Say hello to the newest thoroughbred in the Premiere Series stable, the Field.

PUMA Golf Celebrates First Major of Season with Gust O' Wind Collection

As the best golfers in the world head to Augusta for golf’s first major of the year, PUMA Golf is introducing the latest in its major drops, the A Gust O’ Wind Collection. Inspired by the hallowed setting of the season opener, the head-to-toe collection pays homage to the major’s beloved host track and its unpredictable weather conditions.

The cleverly named A Gust O’ Wind Collection, includes elevated, performance-ready styles for both men and women, featuring premium materials and a bold swirling cloud pattern. Whether golfers are cheering from the couch or teeing up alongside the pro’s, this collection will get you Sunday ready.

USGA Allocates $1.9M in Golf Course Sustainability Research Grants for 2022

The United States Golf Association (USGA) has invested $1.9 million in grants to fund more than 80 research projects in 2022 through the Mike Davis Program for Advancing Golf Course Management – the largest private turfgrass and environmental research effort in golf’s history.

The USGA’s commitment to the program has totaled nearly $47 million since 1983, and the resulting sustainable management practices have contributed to a 20 percent decrease in water usage and a nearly 40 percent decrease in nutrient usage by golf courses in the last decade.

Dunlop Global Alignment to Synergize Cleveland, Srixon, and XXIO Under Brand Umbrella

In a global alignment strategy, the sports business for Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. (SRI) will be affiliated under the DUNLOP® brand umbrella. Currently operating as Srixon®/Cleveland Golf®/XXIO®, SRI’s North American sales company Roger Cleveland Golf Company, Inc. (RCGC) will now be doing business as Dunlop Sports Americas.

Based in Kobe, Japan, SRI is a global leader in tires, materials, industrial products, and sports with nearly $8,000,000,000 (USD equivalent) in yearly sales revenue. The alignment of golf and racket sports branding in North America will showcase the global breadth and scope of the DUNLOP business.

New Balance Golf Introduces Fresh Foam Contend Golf Shoes

New Balance Golf has added the Fresh Foam Contend to its performance footwear collection for 2022.

The waterproof, spikeless Fresh Foam Contend features a reengineered Fresh Foam midsole designed to deliver support and comfort in every step.

Golf Pride Releases New CPX Grips - Their Softest Performance Grips in History

Golf Pride, an industry leader in innovation and sports performance equipment, announced today the introduction of CPX®, the company’s softest performance grip yet.

The new CPX — standing for “Comfort Performance Extreme” — provides superior feel through a combination of extreme softness and exceptional new technology, including the company’s first-ever raised, EXO diamond-quilted pattern. For players who seek the confidence that comes from the feel of a high-performance, comfortable grip, the CPX is a game changer.

Silverado Resort and Spa to Host Top NCAA Women's Golf Teams at The Silverado Showdown

Silverado Resort and Spa in Napa, Calif. will host top collegiate women golfers during The Silverado Showdown, Monday April 4th through Wednesday April 6th.

Co-hosted by University of Colorado and University of Oregon women’s golf programs, the 54-hole Silverado Showdown will feature four of the top 10 teams in the country, including No. 1 Stanford, No. 2 Oregon, No. 5 San Jose State, and No. 8 Arizona State. The University of Southern California is the defending team champion and Ellie Slama, a senior from Oregon State, is the defending individual champion.

Jim Richerson Named General Manager of The Riviera Country Club

Current PGA of America President Jim Richerson has been named General Manager of The Riviera Country Club & The Riviera Tennis Club it was announced by Riviera President Megan Watanabe.

Richerson, who will conclude his PGA presidency in November this year, comes to Riviera from Troon and their corporate headquarters in Scottsdale, AZ.  He has more than 34 years’ experience in the golf industry.