Stanford and North Carolina Win Team Titles as Kuehn and Ford Capture Individual Crowns

The University of North Carolina men’s team and Stanford University women’s team captured the 2022 Jackson T. Stephens Cup team titles. North Carolina defeated Florida State 3-2 to take home the men’s team championship while the women’s team championship match was captured by Stanford beating Wake Forest 4-1.

Rose Zhang of Stanford clinched the winning point for the top-ranked Cardinal on the sixteenth hole winning the match 3&2. Ryan Burnett of North Carolina made birdie on the fifteenth hole to close out the match 5&3 and win the Jackson T. Stephens Cup for the tenth ranked Tar Heels.

True Spec Golf Expands Global Footprint with Three New Australia Locations

True Spec Golf, the global leader in custom club fitting and club building, has announced the opening of three new locations in Western Australia. True Spec Australia, which marks the company’s first offerings outside of North America and Europe, will open in GolfBox’s Booragoon, Joondalup and Osborne Park locations.

The affiliation with Australia’s premier golf superstores is the latest undertaking in a series of partnerships that brings True Spec’s bespoke fittings and best-in-class customer service to prominent venues around the world.

SQAIRZ Launches Limited Edition 3:16 Golf Shoes to benefit Samaritan's Purse and Operation Christmas Child

SQAIRZ, the golf shoe company seeing incredible growth through its focus on performance and comfort, announced today their partnership with Samaritan’s Purse and Operation Christmas Child. On October 19, SQAIRZ will launch a new, limited-edition shoe, the 3:16, and will donate a portion of sales to Samaritan’s Purse’s Operation Christmas Child program for each pair of 3:16 golf shoes sold. The 3:16 will be available for purchase exclusively at www.sqairz.com.

Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse has helped meet the needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love.  Samaritan’s Purse currently has two Disaster Relief Units in Florida with a third on its way to help with the Hurricane Ian relief efforts.

Lexi Thompson Wins Individual Title at Aramco Team Series with Cobra PUMA Golf

Cobra PUMA Golf athlete Lexi Thompson bombed her way to the individual title at the Aramco Team Series in New York, securing the 15th professional title of her impressive career and her second Ladies European Tour win. Thompson dialed it in on the back nine to shoot a final round three-under-par 69 for an eleven-under-par total.

The five-time Solheim Cup member, who began the day with a one-stroke lead, fired rounds of 71, 65, and 69, at Trump Golf Links at Ferry Point, for a dominant three-stroke victory. Thompson relied on her COBRA LTDx LS driver to dominate the field off the tee, making six birdies in the final round including four in an impressive eight-hole stretch on the inward nine.

PGA Tour 2K23 Brings Players More Golf and More Game

2K announced PGA TOUR® 2K23, the latest entry in the golf simulation video game franchise from HB Studios, is now available worldwide on PlayStation®5 (PS5™), PlayStation®4 (PS4™), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC via Steam. Featuring PGA TOUR icon and all-time sports great Tiger Woods as cover athlete, PGA TOUR 2K23 celebrates Woods’ legacy by introducing him as both a playable in-game pro and an Executive Director advising the game’s development team.

“As we launch this next evolution of the franchise, there’s been no better partner to work with for PGA TOUR 2K23 than our legendary cover athlete Tiger Woods,” said Alfie Brody, Vice President of Global Marketing Strategy at 2K. “Throughout his career, Tiger has changed the culture of golf in terms of representation, fashion, prestige and attitude. Those are all qualities espoused by PGA TOUR 2K23, and the franchise as a whole.”

Fred Couples and Lexi Thompson Capture a Pair of Fitting Wins with Bridgestone Golf

It was a winning weekend for Bridgestone Golf, as both Fred Couples and Lexi Thompson came up with impressive victories playing the TOUR B golf balls that fit their game. In Freddie’s case it was the TOUR B RXS that got the job done, while Lexi played the TOUR B RX. Each player took advantage of Bridgestone Golf’s innovative technologies to get fit for their respective model, proving once again the critical nature of playing the right ball for your game.

Fred grabbed the 14th PGA Tour Champions win of his career at the SAS Championship at Prestonwood CC, finishing things off with an incredible round of twelve-under-par 60 for a twenty-under-par total. The dominant six stroke victory featured twelve birdies in the final round including five straight on the front nine. On the back nine Fred was even more amazing, making seven birdies in-a-row including one on the closing hole.

Canterbury Golf Club to Host Three USGA Amateur Championships

The United States Golf Association (USGA) announced on Monday that Canterbury Golf Club, in Cleveland, Ohio, will be the host site for the 2027 U.S. Girls’ Junior, 2033 U.S. Senior Amateur and 2039 U.S. Women’s Amateur Championships. The club has previously hosted five USGA championships, including two U.S. Opens.

“We are thrilled to return to Canterbury Golf Club to conduct these three USGA championships,” said Mark Hill, USGA senior managing director, championships. “The USGA is excited to restore our relationship with this historic club and its enthusiastic golf community on such a fantastic layout. We know the club and its membership will provide an exceptional experience for our players as they compete for these coveted titles.”

Driver Shaft Double for Fujikura Golf on the PGA and Champions Tour

Fujikura, the leader in performance golf shafts, was honored to be the number one driver, wood and hybrid shaft on the PGA Tour last week. Along with another driver shaft win on the PGA Tour and Champions Tour.

At the Shriner’s Children Open in Las Vegas, Fujikura was the #1 driver, wood, and hybrid shaft. Over 32.6% of the field used a Fujikura driver shaft at TPC Summerlin, with another 30.2% in the wood shaft count. Fujikura finished the week as the number one in the hybrid count as well, with 27.3% of the field using a Fujikura hybrid shaft during the tournament.

USGA Awards 25 Chapter Grants to Celebrate First Tee's 25th Anniversary

Commemorating a 25-year partnership with a focus on growing the game, the USGA has continued its investment in First Tee by awarding IDEA (inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility) grants to 25 chapters across America.

The USGA’s IDEA Grant Program delivers direct funding to community-based programs that break down barriers to participation in golf and First Tee’s character-building programs, improving pathways to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. In 2022, 25 chapters — from Massachusetts to California — were awarded up to $25,000 each to provide transportation, hire diverse coaches, train volunteers and build programs in diverse communities, among other activities.

World No. 1 Jin Young Ko, Defending Champion Nelly Korda, and Major Champion Lexi Thompson Headline Early Commitments for the 2022 Pelican Women's Championship

World No. 1 Jin Young Ko, defending champion and Bradenton resident Nelly Korda, sister Jessica Korda, and fan favorites/major champions Brooke Henderson, Lydia Ko, Brittany Lincicome and Lexi Thompson headline a stacked field of early commitments for the 2022 Pelican Women’s Championship presented by Konica Minolta and Raymond James.

The final full-field event of the 2022 LPGA Tour season, The Pelican Women’s Championship, will take place Nov. 7-13 at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Fla, where the world’s top professional golfers will compete for a share of the $2 million purse.

Cobra PUMA Golf Returns to the 2023 PGA Show

COBRA PUMA GOLF has announced plans to exhibit at the 2023 PGA Show, Jan. 24-27, in Orlando, Fla.

COBRA GOLF and PUMA GOLF will showcase their complete product lines in two new anchor exhibits on the PGA Show Floor.  COBRA GOLF also will offer product testing during the event’s outdoor Demo & Fitting Day (Jan. 24 at the Orange County National Golf Center) and indoors within their interactive Show Floor experience (Jan. 25-27 in the Orange County Convention Center). PUMA GOLF will share their newest collections with buyers in a new separate exhibit in the apparel section of the Show Floor and participate in the annual live Fashion Show.

True Spec Chicago North Shore Opens at The Golf Practice

True Spec Golf, the global leader in custom club fitting and club building, has announced they have partnered with The Golf Practice, one of Chicago’s premier golf academies. The new, larger location for True Spec Chicago North Shore, located less than half a mile from the previous location, was necessary to meet high demand in the area.

The undertaking is the latest in a series of partnerships that brings True Spec’s bespoke fittings and best-in-class customer service to prominent venues around the country.

Streamsong Golf Resort Announces New Streamsong Golf Academy

Streamsong Golf Resort is pleased to announce the newest experience for guests looking to improve their game with the advent of the  “Streamsong Golf Academy.” The three-day sessions will include twelve hours of hands-on instruction, three rounds of golf on Streamsong’s award-winning courses, breakfast and lunch each day, a three or four-night stay at the Streamsong Lodge, and two custom-fit wedges.

Each session will be limited to 16 people to keep the instruction personalized and the student-to-teacher ratio at four to one. The goal of these experiences is to offer golfers the chance to improve their game under the supervision of PGA professional instructors at one of the nation’s premier golf destinations.

Tour Edge Announces New Hot Launch 523 Series in Two Distinct Models

Tour Edge, the pound for pound industry leader in performance and innovation, introduces their new Hot Launch 523 Series of golf clubs that will be available at retail starting November 1, 2022.

The 523 Series offers two distinct ranges, the E523 and C523. They are designed to cover both ends of the Super-Game-Improvement and Game-Improvement club categories in separate driver, fairway, hybrid, iron, and wedge designs.

PopStroke Announces Rickie Fowler and Paula Creamer to Play in $25,000 Showdown

PopStroke Entertainment Group today announced Rickie Fowler and Paula Creamer are joining the PopStroke Tour Championship presented by TaylorMade. The duo will play as the TOUR Pro team challenging the PopStroke Tour Championship (PTC) Team winners in the TaylorMade $25K Showdown.

The PTC is a three-day international putting competition (October 26-28, 2022), bringing together 500 players, both pros and amateurs, to identify the best putters in the world. The winners of the Team Championship competition will play team Fowler/Creamer in a made-for-tv, winner-take-all format for $25,000 on Friday, October 28 at 3 p.m. in Sarasota, Florida.

Valencia Country Club Renovation Restores Course to Original Glory

Valencia Country Club—a private membership club owned and operated by Arcis Golf and located north of Los Angeles in the Santa Clarita Valley—has re-opened its golf course following an extensive seven-month renovation.

The course, which opened in 1965, was originally designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones Sr. and the recent renovation restores the layout’s classic design features. The LA Open (now The Genesis Open) was held at Valencia Country Club in 1998 and 1999.

Original Penguin Golf Launches New Collection Featuring Polar Pete

Original Penguin Golf® by Munsingwear®, a division of Perry Ellis International, is pleased to announce the launch of its Mens’ Fall 2022 golf collection featuring the Polar Pete Outerwear series. Combining a retro yet modern look, with the classic Original Penguin heritage and style, these new collections are designed to achieve a new level of performance, style and sustainability on and off the course.

“Today, and in the years ahead, versatility will be key for the clothes we wear,” stated Oscar Feldenkreis, CEO of Perry Ellis International. “The Original Penguin Men’s Fall 2022 golf collection features diversified, multi-use layering pieces which perform perfectly for a golfer’s lifestyle.  The collection blends luxurious style with inspiring, athletic apparel enabling golfers to integrate premium sportswear with their everyday wardrobe.”

PXG Deploys All American Special Edition Stars and Stripes 0311 3X Forged Wedges

PXG has deployed special-edition Stars & Stripes 0311 3X Forged Wedges. The exclusive design pays homage to the company’s military roots with a striking, laser-etched pattern against PXG’s Xtreme Dark finish.

“Our 0311 3X Forged Wedges are super sleek. With a confidence-inspiring design, they deliver powerful performance from virtually any turf condition,” said PXG Founder & CEO Bob Parsons. “The new Stars & Stripes edition brings an even bolder statement to the course and shows our unwavering patriotism. We’re forever proud to be an American company!”

Club Champion FLASH Two Day Gift Card Fall Sale Happening Now

Fall is in full swing and so are the golf deals! Club Champion is offering a 15% bonus on denominations up to $1,000 on every gift card purchase between October 11-12. Golfers can treat themselves or others to a little extra toward a better golf game.

Considered the top custom club fitter worldwide, Club Champion offers Tour-quality club fittings and custom-built clubs for every skill level. Each state-of-the-art fitting studio houses over 50,000 hittable head and shaft combinations from over 60 golf manufacturers, alongside the best technology and talent the industry has to offer. Customers can get a head start on their holiday shopping or on their golf game for next season with custom clubs built specifically for them.

USGA Opens Nominations for 2023 Bob Jones Award

The USGA has opened nominations for the 2023 Bob Jones Award and welcomes submissions from the global golf community for one of the game’s highest honors, recognizing those who exemplify golf’s core values of sportsmanship, character and respect while playing the game.

Bob Jones Award recipients are honored annually at the U.S. Open Championship, celebrating those individuals who, in the spirit of its namesake, have conducted themselves with great integrity through adversity or victory. Beyond his playing career – with a record-tying nine USGA championship titles – Jones embodied the game’s values throughout his life.