Fred Couples is Back as Face of Ashworth

On the heels of announcing Ashworth Golf’s return to the US marketplace, Newtimes Group, a global leader of retail supply chain management, today announced World Golf Hall of Famer and 1992 Masters Champion Fred Couples is back as the face of Ashworth Golf.

Couples, who was outfitted in one of Ashworth’s classic polos when he captured the green jacket in 1992, will help reinvigorate the brand as he brings back the iconic Golfman logo when competing on the PGA TOUR Champions and other professional events around the world.

FlightScope Integrates Titleist Radar Capture Technology (RCT) into Mevo+ and X3 Models

FlightScope, the global leader in tracking and analyzing sports performance data, announced today that it has partnered with Titleist to integrate the company’s Radar Tracking Technology (RCT) to improve the accuracy and performance of its Mevo+ and X3 launch monitors in indoor environments.

Titleist golf balls with Radar Capture Technology (RCT) are designed to enhance the data capture of launch conditions indoors and deliver the most accurate information possible. FlightScope Mevo+ and FlightScope X3 have been validated with RCT in an indoor environment. The following Titleist golf balls are offered with Radar Capture Technology: Pro V1, Pro V1x, Pro V1x Left Dash and AVX models.

Callaway Apparel to Exhibit at the 2023 PGA Show

Callaway® Apparel, developed by global fashion leader Perry Ellis International, is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting its industry leading collection of golf apparel at the 2023 PGA Merchandise Show (Booth #6943), January 24-27, 2023 in Orlando, Fl.

“We are thrilled to be exhibiting once again at the PGA Merchandise Show,” said Oscar Feldenkreis, CEO of Perry Ellis International. “The PGA Show has proven to be a vital setting for us to showcase our new product lines to golf’s most influential retailers, media and PGA Professionals from around the world.”

Garsen Putter Grips Caps off the Year with 61st Tour Win

Trailing by two shots entering the 72nd hole, Matt Ryan drained an eagle putt to claim a 4 shot victory at the PGA Tour LA Chile Open while using a Garsen Ultimate putter grip. The champion has now claimed 2 PGA Tour LA wins this year using a Garsen grip. Adding to the recent PGA Tour LA Argentina Open victory, this now totals 61 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.

Letters from Santa DAY 12 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: 12 Pairs of New Adidas Golf Rebelcross Golf Shoes (12 Winners)

Santa's loves his traditions and he thought it'd be a great idea to wrap up my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway like we did for DAY 12 last year.  I'm pretty excited about it, and a tradition is born!  12 of you are going to win 12 new Adidas Rebelcross Spikeless Golf Shoes for DAY 12.

And for the first time in my 12 Days history, Santa's going to be a guest reviewer and tell you all about the Rebelcross and why he likes em so much.  He's kind of a natural.

Club Champion Iron Fitting Review and Custom Irons of Your Choice: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 12

One of my favorite days of the year was back in August at Club Champion.  I was fit for a new set of irons and expected it to be an incredible experience.  I expected this because I already know the value of a Club Champion fitting having been fit in the past for a driver.  And I know the Club Champion expertise, attention to detail, and thoroughness of fitting is exceptional in every way.  What I didn't know was a Club Champion fitting could somehow get even better.

The experience was nothing short of amazing.  And I knew that day I wanted one of you to experience the same thing I did in my 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway.  So here we go baby!  One of you is going to win a full set of irons, custom built for you based on a fitting at Club Champion.

Letters from Santa DAY 11 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: New PXG (Custom Fit) Sugar Daddy II Wedges (Set of 3) and Any Battle Ready Putter

So it seems like Santa had quite the night last night.  A pretty wild dream, and I'll let him tell you all about it in his letter below.  What came out of it though was we decided to give one of you a custom fit set of (3) three new PXG Sugar Daddy II Wedges and any PXG Battle Ready Putter.

Yup, PXG Sugar Daddy II wedges and Battle Ready putter custom fit for you and then shipped to your front door.  Can I say it?  #ReleaseTheKringle baby!

TravisMathew and Cuater FULL 7-Piece Outfit: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 11

I want you to look your absolute best in 2023, both on and off the golf course.  So for DAY 11 in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway allow me to present to you a FULL 7-Piece Outfit from TravisMathew and Cuater.

Head over to the TravisMathew/Quater website and go NUTS!  You can choose ANY outerwear, polo, pants, belt, golf shoes, socks, and cap.  Yeah, you get ALL of em, a full 7-piece golf apparel outfit.  And it's not just for one person.  This year let's have THREE (3) winners!

Letters from Santa DAY 10 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: Full Set of New Mizuno Pro or JPX 923 Irons (Custom Built)

Letters from Santa is back baby!  Santa wrote me the letter below for DAY 10 of my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway.  Most of you already know Santa and I are buds.  And the big guy helps me out every year figuring out what to include in my 12 Days.

This year Santa's first letter is strong... really, really strong.  And we've decided to give someone a full set of custom built new Mizuno irons.  You can choose from any of the Pro models, the 221, 223, or 225.  And you can also go for the new JPX 923 models, the Hot Metal, Hot Metal Pro, or Hot Metal High Launch.

Tiger Woods Hand Signed 2019 Masters Flag: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 10

It was one of the greatest Masters Tournaments in history.  One of the most memorable major championships of all time.  And a comeback in sports history unlike any other.

When Tiger Woods won The Masters in 2019 it became a "where were you when?" moment for the ages that drew in millions to witness the resolve of the human spirit and the irrefutable greatness of Tiger.  And one of you is going to win a Tiger hand signed 2019 Masters flag along with a "TIGER" Bridgestone Golf Tour B XS ball just like the one he used in victory.

2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas KRINGLE Tee to Green FLASH FOUR Golf Giveaways

Every year my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas is all about the spirit of the season and having a lot of fun along the way.  This year in addition to the DAY giveaways and JingleBAM giveaways we saw Stocking Stuffer Saturday and Sunday for the first time.  Letters from Santa is going to make an appearance soon as well.  And we have another new appearance in 12 Days coming today.

Get ready for the PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas KRINGLE Tee to Green FLASH FOUR giveaways!  There will be four consecutive giveaways to help everyone drive it longer, judge it better, wedge it closer, and make more putts!

New Aerotech SteelFiber Private Reserve Iron Shafts (FULL Set of 11): 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 9

They're one of my absolute favorite shafts to play in my irons.  And I'm in good company.  The Aerotech SteelFiber shafts also have more PGA Tour wins than any graphite iron shafts in history, and are used by many players (including World No. 2 Nelly Korda).

And now one of you is going to win your own FULL Set of (11) Aerotech SteelFiber Private Reserve shafts.  How are the Private Reserve different?  I'll get to that below but in a nutshell if you were a Tour pro the SteelFiber Private Reserves are as exacting as any specifications you could ask for or want.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 8 Golf Giveaway: Galvin Green Armstrong Gore-Tex Jacket and Arthur Gore-Tex Pants Review

When bad weather hits and you throw on a Galvin Green Armstrong Gore-Tex Paclite jacket and Arthur Gore-Tex Paclite pants rain and wind don't stand a chance.  Protecting you from the nastiest of conditions with unequaled performance, Armstrong and Arthur puts you in full tactical mode against Mother Nature.

One of you is going to win your very own Armstrong jacket and Arthur pants in this Galvin Green ultimate rain gear package.  You can check out all the color options on Galvin Green's website.  And it's not an exaggeration to call this an ultimate package.  Armstrong and Arthur offer legendary protection from all the elements. I know this because I played full rounds in ridiculously rainy and windy conditions and each time remained completely dry and comfortable.

Titleist Players Backpack and 2023 White Box Pro V1 and Pro V1x Golf Balls: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 8

You saw this one coming.  That FJ mystery box that arrived earlier in the week actually had some hot Titleist swag in it.  Specifically two new Titleist Players Backpacks and 2023 White Box (boxes actually) Pro V1 and Pro V1x golf balls.

So we're giving away two Titleist packages.  Each winner will receive a Players Backpack and a choice of one dozen 2023 White Box Pro V1 or Pro V1x golf balls. Boom!

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 7 Golf Giveaway: SIK Golf Putter Review

SIK Golf has impressed me thoroughly since I first played one of their putters a few years back.  Currently have three models and know I'll be testing and playing other SIK putters as well.  And can tell you their DLT is legit, roll is pure, and and feel and balance is superb.  With all my SIK putters.

SIK gives you pretty  much everything you'd want from a putter.  And I can't say enough good things about SIK putters honestly.  So that's why I'm pumped to let you know my JingleBAM Day 7 prize is any SIK Golf putter you want!  Seriously, ANY PUTTER.  Pro, DW, Flo, SIK's going to custom build you a putter exactly how you want it.  Any model, any finish, any length.  You probably want to check out SIK Golf's webs site to get a feel for all the different models and heads and options.  And I'll certainly help with any questions you might have.

Duca del Cosma Golf Shoes Review: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 7

I've been reviewing and telling you guys about Duca del Cosma golf shoes for awhile now.  The comfort is luscious.  Traction is outstanding.  And quality, materials, and workmanship are flat-out exceptional.

Duca has grown fast in the last few years, have signed a six-time European Tour champion to wear it's hand-crafted, distinctive footwear, and are no longer flying under the radar.  Today Duca is a strong presence in the golf shoe game.  And three of you will receive Any Pair of Duca golf shoes you want from their Entire 2022-2023 Collection.  Yes that's THREE winners!

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 6 Golf Giveaway: Vessel Golf VLS Stand Bag Review

What can I tell you about Vessel Golf bags that I haven't already told you?  They're sophisticated, and luxurious.  They're a pure delight to carry, brimming with nostalgia that takes you back to a time when golf in its purest form was enjoying the walk.

I've carried and reviewed the Vessel Player II and Player III bags.  The VLS, VLX, VLX Lux, and Lux cart bags as well.  What they all have in common is a meticulous character of elaborate detail and uncommonly superb workmanship.  And in my DAY 6 JingleBAM giveaway one of you is going to wind up with your very own Vessel Golf VLS Stand Bag (Grey) where old school design meets modern enrichment.

FootJoy ThermoSeries Layering Apparel Review: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 6

If you can't escape the winter chill, FootJoy wants you to at least be able to neutralize it.  So say hello to the new 2022 FootJoy ThermoSeries apparel layering system.  Well actually, say hello to it again.  I already reviewed every piece in this cold weather line for you earlier this year.  And now one of you is going to win your own ThermoSeries 3-piece outfit.

You can choose three (3) pieces in any color and size from this advanced layering collection which includes a ThermoSeries Hybrid Jacket, Vest, Mid-Layer, Base-Layer, and Pants.  I found all pieces to be extremely high quality with top marks for warmth, comfort, and movement.

PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas JingleBAM DAY 5 Golf Giveaway: Motocaddy M7 Remote Electric Caddy Review

The Motocaddy M7 Remote Electric Caddy was one of the most fun things I reviewed all year.  I showed you how to use it - short answer: simple.  What it does - short answer: just about everything.  And how it performs uphill and downhill - short answer: chef's kiss.

And now in my JingleBAM Day 5 one of you is going to win your very own Motocaddy M7 along with an accessories package that includes a drink holder, an umbrella holder, a device cradle and more!  This baby truly does everything and does everything well.  I absolutely love my M7 Remote Electric Caddy.

Evnroll V-Series Putter Review: 2022 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway DAY 5

I've tested and played three different Evnroll V-Series milled putters over the past year.  And with each putter my immediate impressions were exactly the same.  I can see V-Series as the kind of putters someone uses just one time and then doesn't even consider trying anything else afterwards.  They're really that good.

The ER2v wide flange mallet, ER5v winged mallet, and ER11vx full-size mallet are all extremely forgiving across the entire face, deliver a deliciously soft click at impact, and are responsive with consistency of results even when your putts are not perfect.  And one of you will be able to choose any of the six different putters in the V-Series line.  You can choose any putter, any length, and any of six different hosels (more on this in a bit) and see all the putters here.