First Place Finish for Fujikura Ventus on PGA Tour and DP World Tour

Fujikura, the leader in performance golf shafts, was honored to be the #1 driver and wood shaft at both events on the PGA Tour last week. Fujikura shafts featured in the bags of the majority of the field at both events, including all of the PGA Tour and DP World Tour winners who each had VENTUS in the bag on their way to victory.

At the WGC Dell Technologies Match Play in Austin, Texas, Fujikura shafts dominated the field, taking the #1 spot in both the driver and wood shaft counts. An impressive 39.1% of the field used a Fujikura driver shaft during the week, with another 31.8% using a Fujikura wood shaft. This included the eventual match play champion who used VENTUS driver and wood shafts on his way to victory. The 5-time PGA Tour winner used the VENTUS Blue 7-TX in his driver, the VENTUS Black 8-X in his 3-wood and the VENTUS Blue 8-X in his hybrid.

PING Introduces PLD Limited PING Slam Collection

It hadn’t happened before and it hasn’t happened since for any putter brand, but 35 years ago in 1988, PING putters were used to win all four major championships.

To celebrate the remarkable achievement, the company is introducing the “PING Slam” collection as part of its PLD Limited program. Precision-milled versions of the four winning models (Pal, Pal 2, Zing2 and Anser), respectively, will be dropped each Tuesday of this year’s four major championship weeks, giving collectors a rare opportunity to own a part of PING’s storied putter history.

PXG and GOLF+ Partner to Bring the PXG Experience to Digital Gaming and Entertainment

New PXG GEN6 Golf Clubs have launched simultaneously in real life and virtual reality. Through an innovative partnership, PXG’s new flagship line of blazing fast, beyond forgiving, and beautifully made golf clubs are now available in GOLF+, the ultimate virtual reality (VR) golf experience and the exclusive VR Golf game of the PGA TOUR developed by Golf Scope Inc.

“We are thrilled that GOLF+ will be the first VR platform to feature the highly-anticipated PXG GEN6 golf clubs on the same day as their real-world release. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, our virtual environment provides an immersive and accessible way to experience the latest groundbreaking release from the PXG team,” said GOLF+ president James Wright.

Arccos 2022 Driving Distance Report

The Arccos database is the world’s largest dataset of golf shot information and the only scalable provider of on course data across players of all skill levels.

By leveraging the data of over 650 million shots and over 20 million driver shots from par 4’s and 5’s,  Arccos is reporting how amateur golfers of various ages and skill levels are driving the ball off the tee. Below is what you can expect to see.

Former Sooner Logan McAllister Joins Bridgestone Golf Tour Staff

Bridgestone Golf, the #1 Ball-Fitter in Golf, announced today the signing of former college star Logan McAllister to its Tour staff. McAllister is great addition to a growing list of talented players sponsored by Bridgestone.

McAllister played four years at the University of Oklahoma where he was teammates with another Sooner star and recent Bridgestone signing, Chris Gotterup. Together the pair dominated with McAllister collecting ten top ten finishes and four wins, the second most wins in program history.  The Oklahoma native was a two time All American, a member of the Big 12 First Team, and a Haskins Award finalist.

PUMA Golf New Collaboration with Palm Tree Crew Inspired by Art of Golf and Music

PUMA GOLF and Palm Tree Crew have done it again by boldly combining the creative ideas of one of the most stylish golfers with one of the most iconic DJ’s. Yes, Rickie Fowler and KYGO have combined forces once again to produce the latest PUMA Golf x Palm Tree Crew Collection.

Aimed at players looking for comfort and style that works on and off the golf course, the new PUMA Golf x PTC lineup will make you feel like you’re in the tropics. The line isn’t just clothing, it’s a lifestyle. Offering a selection of polos, hoodies, shorts, caps, shoes, and more, there’s something for everyone who wants to combine the confidence of Rickie Fowler and the fresh vibe of KYGO.

Castiglion del Bosco Heralds Tom Weiskopf’s Induction into World Golf Hall of Fame

The Club at Castiglion del Bosco, Tuscany, Italy, has welcomed the announcement that the late Tom Weiskopf will be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2024.

Weiskopf, who passed away in August last year at age 79, designed the private club’s 18-hole course within the historic 800-year-old Tuscan estate overlooking the Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO protected landscape.

Blazing Fast, Beyond Forgiving, Absolutely Stunning: All-New PXG 0311 GEN6 Golf Clubs Flat-Out Perform

PXG goes from strength to strength with the introduction of new PXG 0311 GEN6 Golf Clubs. Blazing fast, beyond forgiving, and absolutely stunning, PXG 0311 GEN6 Drivers, Fairways, Hybrids, and Irons are loaded with advanced technologies, are made from top-quality materials, and include the most impactful precision weighting system in the golf industry.

As a golf research and development company, PXG's mission is to identify and deliver game-changing new technologies that offer meaningful performance benefits for golfers of every ability. With PXG's latest release, the company honed in on mishit performance. From head design to face material, shape, and thickness to adjustable weighting and robotic polishing, PXG GEN6 Golf Clubs present a refined design engineered to be built to spec.

Galvin Green Unveils Collection for First Major of 2023

Ahead of this year’s opening Major Championship next month, leading high-performance apparel brand Galvin Green is introducing a limited-edition First Major of The Year capsule collection featuring a new waterproof jacket and two floral print shirts that embody the iconic sights associated with the eagerly anticipated event.

Inspired by the key stretch of holes and the colorful botanical beauty synonymous with one of golf’s most traditional championships, the capsule collection consists of the contemporary AMEN GORE-TEX jacket in a fashionable look and two striking MOORE shirts in bright colorways.

XXIO Launches New Prime Line of Drivers Woods Hybrids and Irons

XXIO®, a global leader in premium lightweight golf equipment, is excited to announce the all-new XXIO Prime. The XXIO Prime is slated to officially launch in North America April 14, 2023.

The XXIO Prime features elevated power, control, and speed performance, all in an advanced set of lightweight clubs made for the moderate swing speed golfers.

Golf Datatech Unveils Rollback Survey on Proposed USGA and R&A Modified Local Rule

On the heels of the USGA /R&A’s announced proposal for a “Modified Local Rule” for elite competition that reduces the overall distance a golf ball would travel at extremely high speeds, Golf Datatech, LLC, the golf industry’s leading independent market research firm for retail sales, consumer, and trade trends, has unveiled a survey that provides immediate analysis of where Serious Golfers stand on the issue.

I recently conducted a survey on twitter with over 1,900 participants and votes that tapped into the pulse of this issue from golfers and golf fans alike and I'll show the results of my poll at the beginning here so you can compare to the Golf Datatech survey.

ECCO Golf Introduces 2023 Line for Spring and Summer Including All-New CLASSIC HYBRID

ECCO Golf knows a good thing when it sees it.  That's why in 2023 they've decided to bring back three of their most popular golf shoe models and simply make them better.

The 2023 Collection will also include one new model - the Classic Hybrid, which offers a timeless look with a modern twist.

Callaway Rogue ST Max LS Driver and Fitting Review - Play With Pete Invitational at Pasatiempo (Kyle)

It's flashback time to the Play With Pete Invitational at Pasatiempo for this guest review.  And if you're a golf nerd you're going to absolutely love this!

All the players in the Play With Pete Invitational at Pasatiempo were fit on the range for a new Callaway Rogue ST MAX driver and Callaway Chrome golf balls before their rounds began.  And the fitting for Kyle was as perfect as a fitting could possibly be.  Kyle calls his new Rogue ST Max LS "the most stable and best performing driver I've ever had."

Callaway Golf Announces New Jaws Raw Full Toe and Full Face Wedges with New Grinds

Callaway Jaws Raw brings raw scoring performance to your wedge game. Legendary club designer Roger Cleveland has created a new line that combines artistry and craftsmanship with cutting edge innovation.

Now available with grooves across the entire face to bring even more confidence and versatility to your short game. Available in lob wedges with Z, S, & W grinds, Jaws Raw with full face grooves offer a unique option for players looking for spin across the entire hitting area.

EA Sports PGA Tour Career Mode Features and Trailer Revealed

EA Sports is diving deep into what players can expect from its most in-depth Career Mode for PGA Tour launching Friday, April 7. Career Mode allows fans to experience golf’s biggest events with their personally created golfer and a dynamic and adaptive progression system.

Players can evolve their customized character’s skills with in-depth detail through skill progression, attributes, fine tuning shot types and much, much more.

Bridgestone Golf and St. Andre Announce Exciting Partnership

Bridgestone Golf, the #1 Ball-Fitter in Golf, today announced a partnership with the content creators at St. André Golf (@StAndreGolf).

The partnership between Bridgestone Golf and St André Golf will focus on producing unique and entertaining video content, including cameos from Bridgestone Golf professional staff players including Tiger Woods, Jason Day, Fred Couples, Lexi Thompson, and Matt Kuchar.

Augusta National Golf Club to Host Road to the Masters Invitational on Sunday April 2

Augusta National Golf Club announced today that it will host Road to the Masters Invitational on Sunday, April 2, the eve of the first official practice round of the 87th Masters Tournament and following the conclusion of the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals. Celebrity participants will assemble to compete in the soon-to-be-released EA SPORTS PGA TOUR: Road to the Masters video game.

Road to the Masters Invitational will stream live on Sunday, April 2 from 6:00 p.m. to approximately 8:00 p.m. EDT across the following platforms and channels: Masters.com; @TheMasters on Twitter, YouTube and Facebook; @EA on Twitch; @EASPORTSPGATOUR on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube; @EASPORTS on Facebook; ESPN+; and the ESPN app. An edited version of the show will be broadcast on Wednesday, April 5 at 7:00 p.m. EDT on ESPN2.

Shot Scope Launches Multi-Function X5 GPS Golf Watch

Shot Scope (www.shotscope.com), the industry-leader in advanced GPS and shot tracking technology, today introduced the multi-function X5 GPS Golf Watch, the next generation in the Company’s award-winning performance tracking and distance measuring smart watch technology.

Designed to be worn both on and off the course, the stylish X5 offers AI-powered performance tracking of over 100 statistics with a built-in step counter and accurate, real-time front, middle and back distances to all greens, hazards and doglegs on over 36,000 preloaded golf courses worldwide.

FootJoy Adds New Wilcox and Issette to Premiere Series Line of Golf Shoes

The Premiere Series family of shoes, inspired by golf shoes of the past and supercharged for today’s game, is far and away the choice of more Tour players than any other shoe.  Worn by the likes of Justin Thomas, Max Homa, Will Zalatoris, Cam Young, Jessica Korda and many, many more, the Premiere Series combines premium construction, performance innovation and unmatched comfort and support with a distinctly modern interpretation on a classic design.

FootJoy, the #1 Shoe in Golf, is introducing two new members to the Premiere Series collection with the launch of the stylish new Premiere Series Wilcox for men and Premiere Series Issette for women.  Both offer amazing traction, great stability, lightweight construction and a refined, modern twist on a classic silhouette.

Club Champion Fitting Studio Now Open in Crawley England

Club Champion, the globe’s top club fitter and builder, announced the opening of a new fitting studio located at Platinum House, Sussex Manor Business Park, Gatwick Road, West Sussex, Crawley. The store is open and accepting fitting appointments.

This is the second new Club Champion location in the UK, alongside the additional English locations previously recognized as Golf Principles. The brand also has partnered affiliations in Canada, Scotland, and Australia.