Tuesday, November 22, 2022

Cobra T-Rail Irons 2023 Review

Did you ever see Mikey from the Life cereal commercials?  He's a kid who apparently hates everything but when he tries Life cereal "He Likes It, He Likes It!"

Well that's kinda how a lot of players will feel about the new 2023 Cobra T-Rail irons.  Hybrid irons aren't the traditional irons most of us played growing up.  But T-Rail advantages of effortless distance and ease of use will make them appealing to all skill levels.

Monday, November 21, 2022

Gimme Simulators Announces Holiday Savings on Two Indoor Simulator Packages

Ace Indoor Golf, the industry leader in home golf simulator hardware, design, consultation and installations, announces two enticing Holiday Season DIY Home Simulator specials on its Gimme Simulators website.

One offers an attractive entry-level price point but with no shortage of high-tech features, while the other delivers top-in-class hardware and launch monitor technology.

Softspikes Wins in Sea Island

The winner of the 2022 RSM Classic in Saint Simons Island, Georgia trusted Softspikes to capture his first PGA Tour victory.

It was a cold weekend in Georgia but that didn’t stop the competition from heating up. The winner shot a blistering 64 in his final round and birdied two out of the last 3 holes to hold off his competition. This was the first win on tour for the 28-year-old Canadian.

Escape to South Florida Golfing Paradise with Package at Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa

Steeped in a rich country club tradition are two legendary 18-hole championship golf courses in Aventura at JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa.

Originally designed by renowned golf course architect Robert Trent Jones, Sr., both the Soffer and Miller have been re-imagined by famous golf icon Raymond Floyd, and have played host to numerous South Florida PGA and LPGA championships.

ECCO Golf Ambassador Lydia Ko Wins LPGA Tour Finale to Secure Race to CME Global Title

ECCO Golf Ambassador Lydia Ko secured her 19th career victory at the LPGA CME Tour Championship. Ko delivered a clinical performance at Tiburon Golf Club, in Florida, finishing 17-under-par to win by two shots.

Ko’s victory this week means that the ECCO Golf ambassador not only takes home the LPGA’s biggest-ever winner’s check, but also secures Race to the CME Globe, Rolex Player of the Year award, LPGA money list title, and the Vare Trophy which is awarded to the player with the lowest average score across the entire season.

True Spec Golf Black Friday Deals

Gift for a golfer? Spoiling yourself? However you choose to take advantage of True Spec’s Black Friday deals, don’t wait, these offers expire Monday, November 28th.

True Spec Golf, the worldwide leader in custom club fitting and building, is offering 50% off all fittings. Just use promo code ‘BFCM50′ when booking. These tremendous savings can only be redeemed online at truespecgolf.com.

Adam Svensson Captures First PGA Tour Victory Sporting PUMA Golf Footwear and Apparel

PUMA GOLF up-and-comer Adam Svensson braved the cold weather and a tight race for the lead to capture his first PGA TOUR victory at the RSM Classic at St. Simon’s Island.

Svensson caught fire in his final two rounds, shooting an eight-under-par 62 on Saturday and a six-under 64 on Sunday, including birdies on 16 and 17 to avoid a four-way playoff and secure an invitation to the 2023 Masters, as well as the PGA Championship and a two-year exemption on TOUR.

Another Stellar Season for Tour Edge Exotics on the 2022 PGA Tour Champions

Tour Edge finished the 2022 PGA TOUR Champions season by being in the bag for their third straight Schwab Cup season title.

The 2022 Schwab Cup champion was playing a 22-degree Exotics C721 Hybrid in Phoenix this past weekend for the championship. He’s been playing the award-winning Exotics C721 hybrid since September of 2021 and plays it for specific course setups. He is not contracted to play any Tour Edge clubs.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Trinity Forest Golf Club Awarded Pair of USGA Junior Championships

The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced Trinity Forest Golf Club, in Dallas, Texas, as the host site for the 2025 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship and the 2031 U.S. Girls’ Junior Championship. Scheduled for July 21-26, 2025, the 77th U.S. Junior Amateur will be the club’s first USGA championship.

“We are very proud to welcome Trinity Forest as a USGA championship host,” said Mark Hill, USGA managing director, Championships. “The U.S. Junior Amateur and U.S. Girls’ Junior have not only become two of our fastest-growing championships, but they have served as pathways to great achievement in the game, and we look forward to bringing the world’s best juniors to this terrific course for the first time.”

16 Invited to 2023 Walker Cup Practice Session

The USGA’s International Team Selection Committee has invited 16 players to attend a practice session Dec. 15-18 for the 2023 Walker Cup Match. The three days of practice will be held in Jupiter, Fla.

The following 16 players have accepted invitations to the practice session (with college affiliation).

Garsen Putter Grips Captures 58th Tour Win

Leading wire to wire, the Utah native fired a final round 1-under 69 to claim a 4 shot victory at the PGA Tour Houston Open while using a Garsen Ultimate putter grip. The champion has now claimed 5 PGA Tour wins all using a Garsen grip. Adding to the recent LPGA BMW Ladies Championship victory, this now totals 58 tour wins for Garsen.

The larger size, half-rounded, half hexagon design of the Garsen Ultimate gives the player multiple flat surfaces on the front of the grip and a rounded bottom to allow the fingers to cradle the bottom. The softer, textured feel of this grip also caters to many players who like larger, non-tapered grips.

PXG x Nick Jonas Collection Has Arrived

PXG is pleased to announce the official drop of its first-ever apparel collaboration, the PXG X NJ Capsule Collection. Teaming up with global pop icon and self-proclaimed golf nut Nick Jonas, the collection delivers a modern, golf-inspired fashion lineup perfect for the golf course or anywhere you choose to play.

“I am beyond thrilled to finally release this collection and provide our customers and Nick’s fans with a golf apparel and accessories collection that marries fashion and function,” said Renee Parsons, President and Executive Creative Director of PXG Apparel. “From the highest quality performance materials and custom colorways to carefully chosen logo placement and impeccable fit and feel, the PXG x Nick Jonas Collection embodies golf lifestyle, the way myself and Nick envision it.”

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.