Biltmore Forest Country Club to Host 2025 U.S. Senior Amateur

The USGA has announced that Biltmore Forest Country Club, in Asheville, N.C., will be the host site of the 2025 U.S. Senior Amateur Championship. The club previously hosted the 1999 U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship and the 2013 U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship. The dates of the 2025 championship have not yet been determined.

“We are thrilled to announce our return to this exceptional club,” said Rob Doone, championship director. “We look forward to a great test of golf for the world’s best senior amateur players and are confident this course will identify a worthy champion and provide an unforgettable experience for everyone.”

PXG Expands Iconic Battle Ready Putter Lineup with Three New Models

PXG has tripled down with the introduction of three new putter designs to its Battle Ready Putter lineup – the PXG Battle Ready Raptor, Battle Ready Hercules, and Battle Ready Dagger+ putters.

"These new Battle Ready Putters are a triple threat – fully optimized for killer stability, forgiveness, and consistency," said PXG Founder and CEO Bob Parsons. "With the new mallet, mid-mallet, and blade added to the lineup, we now have even more ways for golfers to close out on the course."

Fujikura Ventus Victory at the U.S. Senior Open

Fujikura, the leader in performance golf shafts, was proud to be the number one driver, wood and hybrid shaft at the U.S. Senior Open at Saucon Valley CC in Pennsylvania.

After their recent domination at the U.S. Open in Brookline, it was more of the same from Fujikura at the U.S. Senior Open. In a field of former major winners and iconic players, Fujikura once again claimed the number one spot for the driver, wood and hybrid shaft counts. In the driver shaft count, 36.5% of the field chose Fujikura. In the wood shaft count, 30.4% of the players used Fujikura with another 16.1% using a Fujikura hybrid shaft.

Golf Pride Unveils New Retail Lab at Global Innovation Center in Pinehurst

Golf Pride, an industry leader in innovation and sports performance equipment, has announced the Grand Opening of its new Retail Lab. Located at the company’s state-of-the-art Global Innovation Center (GIC) at Pinehurst No.8 in Pinehurst, NC, the Retail Lab is the first of its kind and will allow Golf Pride to both study and showcase the relationship between the grip and the hands – a golfer’s only physical connection to their clubs.

The goal of the new Retail Lab is to provide a world class, “inside the ropes” Tour-like grip selection and installation experience with Golf Pride’s lead tour technician, while also allowing consumers access to GIC-exclusive products and merchandise. The lessons learned by Golf Pride technicians during each grip selection and regrip process will undoubtedly have positive effects on evolving the retail experience across Golf Pride’s retail partners, OEM, and eCommerce channels, enhancing the retail journey, and providing a stronger consumer experience.

Ping Signs Cole Hammer, RJ Manke, and Logan McAllister

Three new professionals signed multi-year equipment contracts with PING, company President John K. Solheim announced today. Cole Hammer, RJ Manke, and Logan McAllister were college standouts who earned Korn Ferry Tour status for the rest of the season by finishing in the top 5 of this year’s PGA Tour U.

“Our college program continues to identify and build relationships with some of the top young players in the game,” Solheim said. “To have three of the top 5 from the 2022 PGA Tour U class is a testament to that commitment. Cole, Logan and RJ all had exceptional records throughout their college careers and are ready to take the next step into the professional game. We’re excited to be aligned with these talented players and look forward to supporting them as they transition to the pro ranks.”

Padraig Harrington Builds on Wilson Golf Legacy With Fourth Major Championship

Wilson, the club maker with more Major wins with its irons than any other brand, had a special reason to celebrate Padraig Harrington’s victory in the U.S. Senior Open Championship at Saucon Valley Country Club in Pennsylvania, yesterday.

It marked yet another Major triumph in the longest-running contractual relationship between the Chicago-based brand and its most successful Tour player of recent times, covering a modern-day record of 24 seasons of prize-winning association. By winning his first USGA title, Harrington took his professional wins tally to 33.

Reynolds Lake Oconee Launches Summer Sweepstakes

Reynolds Lake Oconee announces the Little Big Town Performance at Reynolds Lake Oconee sweepstakes. Besides two days and nights of fun at the award-winning resort community in northern Georgia, the winner and a guest will attend an intimate concert with multi-platinum-selling, country super group Little Big Town on July 13.

The concert—taped before a live audience at the Sandy Creek Barn Amphitheater at Reynolds Lake Oconee—will become a made-for-television special that airs Friday, August 12, on Country Music Television (CMT).

Mizuno to Sponsor Two LPGA Q-School Prep Events

In a newly established partnership between Mizuno and the ECWPGT, the Japanese manufacturer will serve as title sponsor of the Mizuno Cali Q-School Prep Series this August, a two-event tournament series designed to give players a preview on what they’ll face the following week at Stage One of LPGA Q School.

The first event will be played at the Arnold Palmer Course at Mission Hills CC and second played on Marriott’s Shadow Ridge course at Palm Desert.

Callaway Rogue ST Max Driver Review - Play With Pete Invitational at Pasatiempo (Adam)

This is a different kind of guest review and first of it's kind actually.  And it comes from Adam, one of the players in this year's Play With Pete Invitational at Pasatiempo.

You guys know all about my Play With Pete Invitationals, and this year at Pasatiempo every player was fit on the range for a new Callaway Rogue ST driver and Callaway Chrome golf balls before their rounds began.  The entire day was absolutely crazy and wildly fun.  And somehow in all the glorious insanity at Pasatiempo Adam found what appears to be that Holy Grail driver calling it a "rocket launcher that will bring his game to a new level."

Golf Pride CPX Grips - PGAPappas Giveaway Winner Guest Review

When you're reading a golf review (or any kind of product review really) you want an honest opinion that helps you make a decision whether something is right for you.  And that's exactly what you're getting here from Andrew, the winner of a full set of new Golf Pride CPX grips.

Andrew has given his new CPX grips a pretty thorough testing, and I enjoyed reading his review immensely.  It also sounds like Andrew has found an ideal set of grips for his game, calling them "the perfect balance of everything you'd want in a grip with tackiness that's second to none."

Padraig Harrington Holds On to Win 42nd U.S. Senior Open Championship

Nobody ever said winning a major championship – at any level – is easy. Just ask Padraig Harrington. What looked like it would be an easy Sunday stroll around Saucon Valley Country Club’s Old Course turned into a much-too-close-for-comfort final round of the 42nd U.S. Senior Open Championship.

Harrington, who began the day with a five-stroke cushion, had to sweat out a one-stroke victory over 2019 champion Steve Stricker, becoming the third consecutive player to win this championship in his first appearance, and the 11th overall.

Mitsubishi Golf Records the Coveted Golf Quadruple

A coveted quadruple in golf?  You betcha when it means you win four tournaments in the same week.

And that's what Mitsubishi Golf accomplished this week with wins on the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, LPGA Tour, and Korn Ferry Tour.

Harrington Takes Control at Saucon Valley, Leads by 5 at U.S. Senior Open

Padraig Harrington was asked at the end of his Tuesday pre-championship press conference what it would take to win the 42nd U.S. Senior Open at Saucon Valley Country Club’s Old Course. The wily veteran from the Republic of Ireland with three major championships to his name outlined three keys.

Putt well. Drive it well. And above everything else, have a great attitude.

How Amateur Golfers Perform on the Old Course at St. Andrews - A Shot Scope Deep Dive into the 150th Open Championship

In the lead up to the 150th Open at St. Andrews, Shot Scope has analyzed amateur golfers performance at the historic Old Course.

How does performance on the Old Course compare to other Open Championship courses in the UK? What holes are the hardest? Where can you expect to make a rare birdie? Which green causes the most 3 putts? Where do you need to hit your ball off the tee in order to score well? All of this and many other insights are available through Shot Scope performance tracking.

Harrington Leads Stricker By 1 At Halfway Point of U.S. Senior Open

Padraig Harrington overcame a broken driver during warmups and what he called a rough patch mid-round on Friday to post a 6-under-par 65 and take the 36-hole lead by one stroke over 2019 champion Steve Stricker in the 42nd U.S. Senior Open Championship on the Old Course at Saucon Valley Country Club.

Harrington, of the Republic of Ireland, turned 50 last August and is competing in his first U.S. Senior Open. The three-time major champion (2007 and 2008 British Opens; 2008 PGA Championship) weathered a rainy Round 1 on Thursday morning, then reeled off six birdies in a bogey-free round on Friday afternoon, with three of the birdies coming in a five-hole stretch late in the round.

Cleated or Non Cleated Golf Shoes? PrideSports Study on Replaceable Traction Reveals Tour Success

If your buddy told you he got 10 additional yards off the tee because of his shoes, you’d probably laugh at him. But when 10 of the top 10 PGA players on tour, including No. 2 in the world Jon Rahm are choosing replaceable traction, you gotta listen.

In a recent interview Rahm stated, “I think a game changer is the shoes I’m using this year, they’re different from last year, They’re a lot more comfortable. I’ve done some great work with Cuater and the Travis Mathew team, and I think it’s allowed me to be a little bit more stable and up my ball speed and my swing speed without being concerned.”

TravisMathew Offers Once in a Lifetime Trip to St. Andrews for You and a Friend

TravisMathew, a premium men’s golf and lifestyle brand, today launched its exclusive sweepstakes with St Andrews Links. Running until Aug. 7, TravisMathew is giving fans of the brand a chance to win an all-inclusive trip for two to Scotland to play the historic Old Course and award-winning Castle Course.

“The TravisMathew brand prides itself on bringing a new, fresh offering to the game of golf and with this exclusive sweepstakes we wanted to give back to our loyal customers who share our vision,” said Ryan Ellis, CEO of TravisMathew. “We were thrilled to share the news of our new storefront opening this fall with St Andrews and now we are equally as thrilled to get to share this once-in-a-lifetime experience with a loyal customer.”

Afternoon Delight: Haas, Hensby Share 18-Hole Lead at U.S. Senior Open

It was a tale of two waves on Thursday at the 42nd U.S. Senior Open Championship. Those fortunate enough to avoid the morning rain showers certainly benefited in Round 1 on Saucon Valley Country Club’s Old Course.

Ten of the 11 golfers who broke par on the 6,973-yard, par-71 layout were among those in the afternoon wave. That included Mark Hensby and 68-year-old Jay Haas, both of whom carded 4-under-par 67s to share the lead. Haas, playing in his 17th U.S. Senior Open and 50th USGA championship overall, shot his age for the second time this year, and joined four others to do so in the U.S. Senior Open.

Breakthrough Golf Introduces New Brava Driver Shafts

Breakthrough Golf has forever changed the way golfers look at putting when the Stability Shafts were introduced. They revolutionized putting by returning the club face to square at impact for consistently straighter putts.

That same thinking went into developing the new Brava Driver Shaft. It’s a lightweight shaft that delivers the power and consistency to perform shot after shot regardless of swing speed or driver model. It was designed for maximum ball speed and smash factor because it delivers more center strikes and a better face angle.

TPC River Highlands to Host World's Top Ranked Players at The Travelers Championship

The Travelers Championship – scheduled for June 23–26 at TPC River Highlands – will host the top-ranked player in the world and four of the top five players in the Official World Golf Rankings. Eight former Travelers Championship winners will also tee it up.

“TPC River Highlands has great balance and variety,” said golf course architect, Bobby Weed. “The New England terrain offers exciting semi-blind and tree-lined holes. Combined with holes along the Connecticut River, there is drama at every turn.”