Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Shot Scope Launches Branding and Customization Program for Laser Rangefinders

Shot Scope (www.shotscope.com), a leading international manufacturer of GPS-based distance tracking and game performance systems, today introduced a branding and customization program for laser rangefinders.

Shot Scope’s custom rangefinder program now allows golf and country clubs to customize rangefinders for their members, as well as sell them as tournament and corporate/charity outing gifts. In addition, professional and amateur golf tournaments, collegiate teams, event sponsors, golf resort destinations and others can now connect their brand with golfers who utilize rangefinders to drive their performance on the golf course.

Wilson Staff Player Padraig Harrington Finishes Season with Victory at Charles Schwab Cup Championship

Wilson Sporting Goods Co., the club maker with more Major wins with its irons than any other brand, celebrates Padraig Harrington’s victory at Charles Schwab Cup Championship held in Phoenix, Ariz. at Phoenix Country Club.

Harrington shot rounds of 66-64-62-65 to finish -27 at 257, a new PGA TOUR Champions record.

Bandon Dunes Resort Using Technology to Create Exceptional Player Experiences

This week the extraordinarily beautiful and challenging Bandon Dunes Resort will be sharing how they are using technology to create exceptional player experiences while optimizing efficiency in a stellar live webinar taking place on Thursday, 17 November at 10am PST. Their unwavering focus on building superb on-course experiences has resulted in the resort being a bucket list destination for many golfers, regularly featured in the Top 100. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best!

Expert guest Jeff Simonds, Assistant General Manager and Senior Director of Operations, Bandon Dunes Resort, will be sharing his insights into how Bandon Dunes is using technology and automation, new tools and processes, to create exceptional on-course experiences for their golfers, while improving operational efficiency, helping their team to achieve more, with less – saving valuable labor hours and allowing them time to focus on on-course service excellence.

Ashworth Golf Apparel Returns to US Marketplace

Newtimes Group, a global leader of retail supply chain management, today announced the iconic Ashworth Golf Apparel Brand will return to the US marketplace, with plans for a new innovative and classic line of golf polos, bottoms, outwear and accessories throughout 2023.

Revered by passionate players since 1987, Ashworth is the original, authentic golf apparel brand.  It is this distinction and extraordinary heritage that sets the brand apart, as it is born off an innate understanding of the golfer’s movements. Ashworth is backed by a decades-long reputation for creating golf clothes that deliver a full range of motion and comfort all day.

L.A.B. Golf Launches LINK.1 FIRST RUN Putters

L.A.B. Golf has launched LINK.1 FIRST RUN, a release of 500 individually serialized putters that honor the most popular putter shape of all time.

“We created LINK.1 for every golfer that loves the idea of using this timeless shape but doesn’t make enough putts with it,” said L.A.B. Golf CEO Sam Hahn. “LINK.1 is better for the simple reason that it has Lie Angle Balance and will stay square by itself like all L.A.B. Golf putters. We couldn’t be more excited about this launch, which is why we wanted to offer a first run for our die-hard fans.”

Tuesday, November 15, 2022

New Miura MC-502 Irons Released

Miura Golf, manufacturer of the world’s finest forged golf clubs, today unveiled their highly anticipated MC-502 Muscle Cavity iron.

While Miura’s newest iron shares the DNA of its predecessor, the highly regarded MC-501, the MC-502 showcases increased face progression (less offset) with a softer, more rounded top line and toe profile. The result is an iron which is easy to align while delivering more confidence to the golfer at address. The Miura design team worked tirelessly to improve the turf interaction of the MC-502. With the iconic leading edge “Y” grind in place, a precise and calculated increase to the camber of the sole has elevated the performance of our latest model.

Occano Breathes New Life into Arnold Palmer Signature Course

Starting at the end of November, golfers at Occano will be greeted with a refreshed layout at the Arnold Palmer Signature Course, which is situated along the Albemarle Sound of North Carolina. Partnering with Arnold Palmer Design Company and Signet Golf Associates, Occano, a new real estate community developed by Dilweg, aims to bring the course back to its elevated status that earned recognition by Golf Digest as America’s Ninth Best New Private Course in 2009.

“The Arnold Palmer Signature Course, combined with the picturesque setting on the Albemarle Sound, make playing the course a unique experience,” said Michael C. Parah Sr., PGA, General Manager of Occano. “As we continue to make significant enhancements across the community, we’re excited about the golf course renovation and can’t wait to unveil the finished project to our residents and guests.”

Justin Timberlake and 8AM Golf Re-imagine Par-3 Golf

Justin Timberlake and his partners at 8AM Golf are pleased to announce their investment in 3’s, an innovative new concept in golf entertainment that combines accessible, Par-3 golf with cutting-edge hospitality and entertainment amenities for golfers and non-golfers alike.

3’s was founded in 2019 by restaurant and hospitality specialist Davis Sezna, with the first location opening in Greenville, South Carolina in 2020. As the newest company in the 8AM Golf portfolio, 3’s will work with local partners to bring its innovative concept to major metro areas across the United States in the months to come.

Sunday, November 13, 2022

Arccos Golf Announces Limited Edition Smoke Black Friday Bundle: Gen3+ Sensors and Arccos Link $100 Off Starting November 18th

Arccos Golf has announced a Black Friday deal you don't want to miss.  Starting on November 18th you can get the limited edition Smoke Gen3+ sensors and Arccos Link for $100 off.

Gen3+ sensors detect your shots while ignoring practice swings and locate you precisely on any of 40,000+ courses in the world.  Together with Arccos Link, a device that clips to your belt or pocket, you can track your shots without needing a smartphone in your pocket.

Saturday, November 12, 2022

Club Champion Launches 3-Day Pre-Black Friday Sale

It’s the season of savings! Club Champion is offering a 15% bonus on denominations up to $1,000 on every gift card purchase between November 13-15. 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.

Thursday, November 10, 2022

STITCH® Golf Launches 2022 Holiday Capsule Collection

STITCH Golf announces the launch of the men’s 2022 Holiday Capsule collection- a perfect combination of style, function, and fashion by fusing traditional golf aesthetics with advanced fabrications.

“We created the upscale 2022 Holiday Capsule Collection for comfort and performance while staying true to our roots,” stated Brad King, CEO of STITCH. “This collection re-emphasizes the importance we place on versatility including classic wardrobe necessities from layering pieces to pants that easily allows one to transition from the fairways to the boardroom.”

FootJoy Holiday Gift Guide 2022

FootJoy, the leader in golf wearables, has everything you need to pick the perfect gift for every golfer on your list this holiday season.

Whether you’re shopping for the casual golfer or the competitive player in your family, let FJ help you find the perfect gift for the golfers in your life.

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Holiday the G/FORE Way

Luxury lifestyle brand and golf footwear innovator, G/FORE is excited to announce the release of their 2022 Holiday Gift Guide and Catalog.

The holidays are coming in hot and G/FORE has the perfect presents FORE everyone on your list this year. The Holiday Gift Guide and Catalog, out now, feature exclusive new styles that customers can explore only online at gfore.com, on their new site gfore.co.uk, or at their flagship store in Palm Beach, FL.

55+ Hours of Golf Coverage Across Four Events Presented on Golf Channel and Peacock This Week

NBC Sports will present more than 55+ hours of golf coverage this week across four events on GOLF Channel, Peacock and NBC Sports digital platforms.

Headline events include the PGA TOUR’s Cadence Bank Houston Open and the LPGA Tour’s Pelican Women’s Championship.

PXG Founder and CEO Bob Parsons Celebrates 247th U.S. Marine Corps Birthday and Veterans Day with Video Tribute and $10M Match

PXG Founder and CEO Bob Parsons is a U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam War Veteran and a recipient of the Purple Heart Medal, Combat Action Ribbon, and Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry. As a veteran owned company, PXG is proud to pay tribute to our nation’s finest and commemorate the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) Birthday and Veterans Day this holiday season.

Standing apart from other military branches, the U.S. Marine Corps is the only branch of service to commemorate its birthday. In honor of its 247th year, and in celebration of Veterans Day, Parsons has released his annual U.S. Marine Corps Birthday Salute.

PXG Continues Expansion with First Indiana Custom Fitting and Retail Store

PXG, a global research and development company dedicated to creating the world’s finest golf equipment and apparel, has opened its first Indiana-based retail store. A state-of-the-art facility, PXG Indianapolis will enable the brand to deliver its unique direct-to-consumer golf club fitting and shopping experience in a prime golf market.

“Indianapolis is an exceptional location for PXG’s newest retail store,” PXG Founder and CEO Bob Parsons stated. “The new location is the latest in a series of store openings that will further enable us to provide our PXG Troops with easy access to the absolute best, personalized golf experience in the business.”

Monday, November 7, 2022

Atlanta Athletic Club Completes Riverside Course Renovation

The Atlanta Athletic Club (AAC) has completed the renovation of its Riverside Course. Golf course architect Tripp Davis re-envisioned the routing, playing strategy, and visual quality of this storied course set alongside the Chattahoochee River.

The renovation of the course had three principal goals: completely update the course infrastructure from tee to green to allow for heightened playing conditions; accentuate the beautiful Riverside terrain in a more natural way; and enhance the playing interest and enjoyment for members and high-level players alike.

USGA and R&A Announce 2023 Rules of Golf Update

The USGA and The R&A have unveiled a regular update to the Rules of Golf as they continue to make the Rules easier to understand and apply. The new Rules will go into effect on January 1, 2023.

The 2023 edition continues the modernization process, with an emphasis on both inclusion and sustainability. For the first time, the modified Rules for players with disabilities have been fully incorporated into the playing rules without the need to adopt a local rule. The governing bodies, supported by longstanding partner Rolex, will also promote digital and mobile app access to the Rules while significantly reducing the production and distribution of more than 4 million printed books.

Mizuno Releases 2023 RB Tour - Most Tested Tour Performance Balls Ever

After the success of the previous RB Tour range, Mizuno set two research and development teams the task of working together to enhance the original design. 99 prototypes and 3-years of exhaustive testing later, Mizuno has created a golf ball that provides golfers with the perfect harmony of dimple configuration, construction, compression and cover.

"The ultimate difference with the new RB Tour has been the time spent working on the prototypes. 3-years of player, robot and greenside feedback across every possible performance attribute. Via parallel R&D teams - our original ball group in Japan, backed up by a new unit in Atlanta US," says David Llewellyn - Director of R&D, Mizuno USA.

Tour Edge's Bernhard Langer Wins Playoff Event TimberTech Championship in Grand Fashion

Tour Edge staff player Bernhard Langer added to his legacy Sunday at the TimberTech Championship in his hometown of Boca Raton with his 44th PGA TOUR Champions victory.

Langer moves within one of Hale Irwin’s record 45 PGA TOUR Champions titles.