Golf Simulators Gain Popularity in Residential and Commercial Spaces

Playing indoor golf is one of the hottest trends in the golf industry. A recent report by Straits Research valued the golf simulator market at $1.3 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach $3.3 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 10.1%. Golf Simulators are not just for commercial businesses or the rich and famous. The simulator space has been dramatically expanding and becoming more affordable in the last ten years.

Indoor multi-sport and golf simulator commercial play is booming. Food and entertainment businesses like Topgolf Swing Suite, X-Golf, and 5-Iron Golf have seen remarkable growth, with Topgolf indoor suites growing from 29 stores in 2019 to 120 plus locations. The development of indoor golf is not limited to commercial businesses. Recent technology advances in launch monitors have made home golf simulators more reliable and affordable, driving growth in residential installations as well.

Callaway Golf Named Official Ball Supplier to 2023 Pepsi Little People's Golf Championship

Pepsi Little People’s Golf Championships is happy to announce that Callaway Golf will again furnish logoed golf balls for every player in the 2023 Pepsi Little People’s Golf Championships.

“We are so proud to support this tremendous event, and to continue our longstanding relationship with such an outstanding organization,” said Jeff Newton, Callaway Golf Spokesperson. “We congratulate Little People’s on their 50th anniversary of this championship, which has helped bring joy to thousands of junior golfers around the world.”

Annika Sorenstam Leads National Drive to Support East Palestine

Annika Sorenstam, one of the most iconic and successful golfers of all-time, is taking a swing at helping the community of East Palestine, Ohio, which was affected by recent events. In partnership with the Youngstown Mahoning Valley United Way and The Way Station, Sorenstam is teeing up a national drive to help the community of East Palestine during their time of need.

With her husband, Mike McGee, a native of East Palestine and son of legendary PGA TOUR champion, Jerry McGee, and Ed Muransky, owner of The Muransky Companies, the three will be catalysts for an effort called, “Annika Fore East Palestine.”

First Look: LIV Golf Tuscon at The Gallery Golf Club

The second of 14 tournaments in the 2023 LIV Golf League season takes place this week.

Here's a quick overview of LIV Golf Tucson at The Gallery Golf Club.

GolfLogix Releases Reimagined 2023 Green Books

GolfLogix, already the world leader in app technology for golfers, have refreshed the look and design of their already popular Green Books, making them indispensable to golfers of all skill levels. The comprehensive information contained in the configuration of GolfLogix’s new Green Books eliminates the need to buy and carry separate green reading and yardage books, making them the most thorough reference guides of their kind in the game.

The reimagined design has all of the features Green Book users have come to rely on while utilizing the most advanced technology to even further increase the effectiveness of the information provided. The designers of this latest iteration sought to remove all of the guess work typically involved on the tee box with regard to variables such as elevation changes, which way a fairway slopes, and the terrain around the green you’re approaching.

Colonial Country Club Named One of America's Healthiest Clubs

Colonial Country Club in Fort Myers, Fla. has been named one of ‘America’s Healthiest Clubs’ by Prevo Health Solutions. Prevo Health Solutions is the premier wellness solutions provider in the club industry, offering online, onsite and on-target wellness programming to help clubs increase member usage and reduce health care costs.

To qualify as one of America’s Healthiest Clubs, Colonial Country Club underwent an onsite evaluation and extensive interviews with key department heads. Colonial Country Club received high scores across every department where “strategy” ranked the highest, thanks to the club’s ongoing commitment to providing the ultimate member experience. With its eight tennis courts, eight pickle ball courts, bocce courts, horseshoe pits, a championship golf course, a wellness center, spa, aquatics programming, bike and walker-friendly streets, accommodative culinary operations and 160-acre preserve with boardwalk, the Colonial Country Club community was a natural fit for the ‘Healthiest Clubs’ designation.

Harringron, Goosen, Lehman, Mediate, and Gay Commit to Inaugural Galleri Classic at Mission Hills Country Club

Adding to its impressive roster of iconic, accomplished golfers that will surely resonate with golf fans flocking to the Coachella Valley later this month, The Galleri® Classic announced three-time major champion and newly-minted World Golf Hall of Fame Class of 2024 inductee Padraig Harrington, 2001 and 2004 U.S. Open champion and World Golf Hall of Famer Retief Goosen, former World No. 1 and 1996 Open Championship winner Tom Lehman, Rocco Mediate and Brian Gay have pledged their commitments to the inaugural PGA TOUR Champions tournament.

The Galleri Classic, named after title sponsor GRAIL’s multi-cancer early detection test, brings PGA TOUR Champions golf back to the Coachella Valley for the first time since 1993. The Galleri Classic will feature 78 PGA TOUR Champions pros – including many World Golf Hall of Fame members, past World No. 1-ranked golfers and major champions — playing 54 holes (three rounds) from Friday, March 24 through Sunday, March 26 on the Dinah Shore Tournament Course at Mission Hills Country Club.

World Golf Hall of Fame Announces Induction Class of 2024

Padraig Harrington, Sandra Palmer along with the late Johnny Farrell, Beverly Hanson, Tom Weiskopf and the 13 LPGA Founders will be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2024.

Final selections were determined by the World Golf Hall of Fame Selection Committee and the elite group will become members of the World Golf Hall of Fame at the 2024 Induction Ceremony to be held on Monday, June 10, 2024 at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club in the Village of Pinehurst, N.C. coinciding with the 124th U.S. Open Championship.

Garsen Putter Grips Achieves 64th Tour Win at the Puerto Rico Open

Garsen Golf congratulates Nico Echavarria on his 2 shot victory at the Puerto Rico Open while using his Garsen Ultimate putter grip. In addition to 1 LPGA and 1 LET victory this year, Garsen now has a total of 64 tour wins.

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.

The Lodge of Four Seasons Unveils 2023 Golf Stay and Play Packages

The Lodge of Four Seasons in Lake Ozark, Missouri has introduced four new stay and play packages that combine great golf with incredible lakeside accommodations. Guests can choose from a wide range of accommodations that suit singles, couples, groups or large families.

New for 2023, the Golf + a Condo Fore 4 Package is perfect for a foursome of golfers, buddy trips or couples trips. With accommodations in an Avila Condo, golfers can relax in a 1,200 square-foot two-bedroom suite, with bedding configuration for four golfers, two full bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, separate dining and living areas as well as a private furnished balcony or patio.

USGA Announces That Saucon Valley Country Club Will Host Five USGA Championships

The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that Saucon Valley Country Club, in Bethlehem, Pa., will be the host site for five USGA championships, including the 2032 and 2042 U.S. Senior Opens. The club will also host the 2026 U.S. Junior Amateur, 2038 U.S. Women’s Amateur and 2051 U.S. Amateur.

In 2022, Saucon Valley hosted its eighth USGA championship, as Padraig Harrington posted a one-stroke victory over Steve Stricker on the club’s Old Course to win the 42nd U.S. Senior Open. Harrington became the first player from the Republic of Ireland to hoist the Francis D. Ouimet Memorial Trophy.

Gleneagles Retains Important Number 1 Golf Resort Ranking

Gleneagles, the iconic Scottish hotel and global luxury destination, was today announced as the UK & Ireland’s #1 Golf Resort 2023, an important accolade it has now held for eight consecutive years.

The 850-acre Perthshire estate - the only venue in Europe to have staged both the Ryder Cup (2014) and the Solheim Cup (2019) - was again a clear #1 in Golf World’s Top 100 rankings, judged by an independent panel of industry experts and golf course aficionados.

ASICS Announce New Gel Kayano Ace Colorways

ASICS a leader in golf performance footwear, is set to introduce new colorways for the GEL-KAYANO™ ACE in North America this spring.

Built with inspiration from widely acclaimed ASICS running shoes, ASICS golf shoes bring the same key qualities of comfort and flexibility to the golf course.

PING Adds Three New Models to PLD Milled Putter Line

PING has expanded its precision-milled putter series with the addition of three new PLD Milled models, PING CEO & President John K. Solheim announced today. The PLD Milled Anser D, Oslo 4 and Anser 2 (matte black) are available at PING authorized retailers committed to selling premium, custom-fit putters.

“After establishing the PLD name several years ago as an extension of the PING Putting Lab, we officially announced the Putting Lab Design (PLD) program one year ago this week. A key part of the program is the PLD Milled series, which offers golfers premium, precision-milled putters inspired by tour players,” Solheim said. “We’ve been very pleased with the results and feedback across the entire program. It allows us to bring golfers more of what we do best – design and build the highest-performing putters in the game. In the case of the PLD Milled line, we’re continuing to add tour-inspired models to bring golfers the latest in score-lowering performance on the green.”

Sacks Parente Golf Signs PGA Tour Champions Player Gene Sauers

Sacks Parente Golf Company (SPG), creators of exceptional putting instruments and a growing portfolio of golf shafts, grips and other golf-related products, has announced that PGA TOUR Champions player Gene Sauers has signed an agreement to play and promote Sacks Parente Golf putters.

“I chose Sacks Parente putters for a number of reasons,” said Sauers. “When I tried a Sacks Parente putter for the first time, it was a feeling in a putter I have never felt before. My putting stroke felt smooth. It felt like the putter was doing all the work. My distance control was great, which improved my confidence that I need on the greens,” said Sauers.

NBC Sports Surrounds 2023 PLAYERS Championship with Comprehensive Coverage Across NBC, Peacock, and Golf Channel

NBC Sports will surround the 2023 PLAYERS Championship with comprehensive live championships and studio coverage across NBC, Peacock and GOLF Channel from The Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach., Fla.

Live championship coverage on GOLF Channel and Peacock begins Thursday and Friday at Noon ET, with NBC and Peacock carrying exclusive live weekend coverage beginning both days at 1 p.m. ET.

Vessel Golf Sunday III DXR Stand Bag Review

An ideal Sunday bag is about making your walk easy.  It's going to be lightweight and comfortable to carry.  It's going to have enough pocket space to carry the bare essentials.  And it's not going cause frustration with excessive club tangle.

The new Vessel Golf Sunday III DXR stand bag gives you all of that.  And then it gives you even more.

FootJoy by Jon Buscemi New Limited Release

FootJoy, the #1 Shoe in Golf, will be dropping two new limited edition releases during THE PLAYERS Championship, created in partnership with West Coast street-fashion icon Jon Buscemi.

Touted as “The Player’s Shoe for 2023,” the Limited Edition Premiere Series Field and Limited Edition Premiere Series Wilcox will each feature exquisite craftsmanship and luxurious touches, guided by Buscemi’s masterful sense of style.

New Scotty Cameron Super Select Putters - First Models Now Available for Pre-Order

Scotty Cameron new Super Select putters are now available for pre-order.

Delivering superior performance and design refinements based on feedback from the game's best players, the first six of ten new blade and mid-mallet putters will be in shops March 17th.

USGA Selects Chambers Bay for Two More Amateur Championships

The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that Chambers Bay, in University Place, Wash., has been selected to host the 2027 U.S. Junior Amateur and 2033 U.S. Amateur Championships. These will be the fifth and sixth USGA championships hosted by the public golf course, which is owned by Pierce County and managed by KemperSports.

“There have been several memorable moments for us already in Chambers Bay’s short history, and the property remains a favorite for players and fans alike,” said Mark Hill, USGA managing director, Championships. “We’re grateful for our continued partnership with Pierce County and look forward to bringing these two premier championships to such a special property.”