New 100 Percent Waterproof Fabric Headlines New Apparel from Galvin Green

The latest hi-tech golf apparel collection being introduced today by premium brand Galvin Green includes the most innovative rain gear line-up headlined by a new fully waterproof PFC-free fabric offering a super soft feel and best-in-class stretch designed specifically with serious golfers in mind.

The new Part Two range of fully waterproof jackets and pants is spearheaded by four pieces crafted from the highly breathable Pertex® Shield Stretch fabric in a long-lasting three-layer construction, which includes the brand’s stretchiest ever jackets – the AMES and AMY for men and women golfers respectively.

Callaway Apparel Announces New 2024 Summer Fall Collection

Callaway® Apparel, developed by global fashion leader Perry Ellis International, is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Summer/Fall 2024 Collection, designed to offer a perfect blend of performance, comfort, and style for both men and women golfers.

This latest collection embodies Callaway Apparel’s commitment to innovation and excellence, featuring state-of-the-art fabrics, modern designs, and vibrant colors that are set to redefine golf fashion.

Golf Pride Celebrates 75th Anniversary by Thanking Loyal Consumers and Partners

Golf Pride, an industry leader in innovation and golf performance equipment, is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a special offer to thank the golfers and retail partners who helped cement Golf Pride as one of the most trusted brands in golf.

For a limited time, anyone who purchases eight or more Golf Pride grips at participating retail locations is eligible to receive complimentary installation.

ECCO GOLF Sweeps Olympic Podium as All Three Medalists Wear ECCO Shoes

ECCO GOLF is delighted to announce that all three medalists in the Women’s Olympic Golf event competed in Hybrid ECCO GOLF shoes, marking a special moment for the brand.

ECCO GOLF ambassador Lydia Ko, wearing ECCO GOLF Tray, secured the gold medal with a birdie at the 72nd hole, adding a sparkling jewel in the crown of a truly spectacular career. Her Olympic gold adds to silver and bronze medals won at Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020, respectively. It also means that she is the latest player to enter the LPGA’s coveted Hall of Fame.

Club Champion Makes the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing Companies

Club Champion has been named to the Inc. 5000 list, celebrating the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s independent, entrepreneurial businesses.

“One of the greatest joys of my job is going through the Inc. 5000 list,” says new editor-in-cheif Mike Hofman. “To see all ofthe intriguing and surprising ways that companies are transforming sectors, from health care and AI to apparel and pet food, is fascinating for me as a journalist and storyteller. Congratulations to this year’s honorees, as well, for growing their businesses fast despite the economic disruption we all faced over the past three years, from supply chain woes to inflation to changes in the workforce.”

Callaway Golf Announces New Apex Ai200, Apex Ai300, and Apex Ti Fusion Irons

Today Callaway Golf, one of the industry’s leaders in equipment design, performance, and innovation, has announced their new line of Apex Irons. 

This announcement is led by Apex Ai200 and Apex Ai300 offerings with performance that stands alone.  These are the only irons with a forged body and forged Ai Smart Face for distance, feel, and exceptional spin control.

New Zealand’s Lydia Ko Completes Gold Medal Mission at Paris Olympics

New Zealand’s Lydia Ko can now boast a complete set of Olympic medals after adding the missing gold medal to her collection Saturday at Le Golf National. Rounding out the podium were Germany’s Esther Henseleit with silver and China’s Xiyu Lin with bronze.

The 27-year-old Ko, who started the day tied for the lead, fired a 1-under 71 in the final round to finish at 10-under 278. Her lead stretched to as much as five shots after turning in 2-under 34, but she opened the door to the rest of the field following a double bogey at the par-4 13th. Ko rebounded with four straight pars before dropping a birdie at the last, not only securing the gold medal but also the elusive final point she needed to secure entry into the LPGA Hall of Fame.

FootJoy Pro SLX BOA Golf Shoes Review - PGAPappas Guest Review

This guest review is from Chuck (@chpar453 on twitter) on his new FootJoy Pro SLX BOA Golf Shoes.  Chuck won these shoes as a listener in my PGAPappas Podcast with BOA Senior Director of Biomechanics and Research, Dan Feeney

And suffice to say, Chuck likes these a lot.  Chuck says the Pro SLX are "the most stable golf shoes I have ever worn."  It was also his first time wearing BOA and he now says, "I will not wear another golf shoe without BOA going forward."

USGA Announces Tee Times for 124th U.S. Amateur Championship

The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced tee times for the first two rounds of the 124th U.S. Amateur Championship, Monday (Aug. 12) and Tuesday (Aug. 13), at 7,552-yard, par-72 Hazeltine National Golf Club and at 6,804-yard, par-70 Chaska Town Course, in Chaska, Minn.



The U.S. Amateur consists of 36 holes of stroke play on Aug. 12 and 13, after which the 312-player field will be reduced to the low 64 scorers. Six rounds of match play begin on Aug. 14and the championship concludes with a 36-hole championship match on Aug. 18, starting at 7:15 a.m. CDT. The U.S. Amateur champion receives a full exemption into the 2025 U.S. Open Championship, 2025 Open Championship, and a likely invitation to the 2025 Masters Tournament. 



Lydia Ko, Morgane Metraux Locked at the Top Ahead of Final Round at Paris Olympics

New Zealand’s Lydia Ko boosted her bid to complete the full set of Olympic medals as she moved into a share of the lead with Switzerland’s Morgane Metraux after the third round of the women’s golf competition.

The two-time major winner appeared set to hold the outright lead with one day to play until surprise act and playing partner Metraux produced an eagle at the par-five 18^th to join her at 9 under after 54 holes. 

Adidas Tour360 24 Golf Shoes Review - PGAPappas Guest Review

Here's another great guest review from a winner in my recent PGAPappas Adidas Golf Giveaway.  This one comes from Ty (@over7par on X) on his new Adidas Tour360 24 Golf Shoes.

Ty owns a lot of golf shoes so he's a bit of an expert by his own admission.  And he says the Tour360 24 might be "the best golf shoes he's ever worn."

124th U.S. Women's Amateur - Meet the Quarterfinalists

We’re down to the final eight players in the US Women’s Amateur.

Here’s a closer look at the quarterfinalists.

Talley, Davis, Malixi, Marin Among Final 8 at Southern Hills

The longest day of play at the 2024 U.S. Women’s Amateur featured a mix of runaway wins and tightly contested matches as both the Rounds of 32 and 16 were held on Thursday at Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Okla.

Eight players have emerged from the pack, including a pair of quarterfinalists from last year’s championship, a rising star (who’s only a high school sophomore) and five of the top-10 seeds from stroke play. 

PXG Adds New, Ultra Forgiving Game Improvement Black Ops Irons to Its Celebrated Irons Lineup

PXG rounds out its irons offering with the official release of PXG® 0311® GEN7 Irons and all-new game-improvement PXG Black Ops® Irons. The game-changing lineup, which features technology and performance taken to the limit, is now available through PXG Stores, over the phone, and online.

Founded in 2013, PXG notably changed the irons game with the introduction of PXG 0311 Irons. The hollow-body, injection-molded irons ushered in a new era of clubs that prioritized feel, forgiveness, and fit for golfers at every level of the game.

New Sugar Daddy III Wedges Introduce Sole Options for Every Playing Condition

PXG, a global research and development company dedicated to creating the world’s finest golf equipment and apparel, has introduced all-new PXG® Sugar Daddy® III Wedges. Expertly crafted, these meticulously 100% milled wedges boast a precise construction, an innovative wide groove pattern, and three sole designs to grant ultimate control and accuracy in any playing condition.

“From first look, it is obvious that Sugar Daddy III Wedges are something special—the craftsmanship is impeccable,” PXG Founder and CEO Bob Parsons stated. “From the first swing, there is no doubt that these babies will get you up and down from any lie and in any condition. They are sweet!”

Switzerland’s Morgane Metraux Rides Record 28 to Second-Round Lead at Le Golf National

Switzerland’s Morgane Metraux charged out of the gates on Thursday at Le Golf National, recording an Olympic nine-hole record of 8-under 28 and hung on through a bumpy 2-under back nine to seize the lead after Round 2 of the Olympic women’s golf competition.

After starting her day with a birdie at the first, the 27-year-old Metraux went on a tear, starting with an eagle at the par-5 third and then reeling off three straight birdies on Nos. 4-6. She capped her front nine with her second eagle of the day, dropping a putt from 15 feet, 7 inches to turn in 28 and record the best nine-hole score in both the men’s and women’s Olympic golf competitions to date.

124th U.S. Amateur Championship Inside The Field

There are 312 golfers in the 2024 U.S. Amateur Championship field.

 Here’s a closer look.

Home favourite Céline Boutier stars to Lead After Day One at Le Golf National

Céline Boutier delighted the home crowds with an opening 7-under 65 that handed her a three-shot lead at the Olympic women’s golf competition.  

With big galleries gathered for the first round at Le Golf National on Wednesday, world No. 7 Boutier was inspired as she recorded eight birdies and one bogey to make a dream start in her medal pursuit. Her total equalled the lowest first-round score at the Olympics, matching efforts by Ariya Jutanugarn in 2016 and Madelene Sagstrom at Tokyo 2020. 

NGF Mid-Year Rounds Update: Peak Play Numbers

At the midway point of 2024, U.S. rounds are trending 2% ahead of the midyear total from 2023 — a year during which more rounds of golf were played at U.S. courses than any time in history.

It might seem like a modest year-over year change, but the bigger picture reveals the demand for recreational golf continues to reside in record territory. And the numbers continue to reinforce that the industry is enjoying a “new normal” when it comes to play.

124th U.S. Amateur Championship Fact Sheet

Hazeltine National will be set up at 7,552 yards and will play to a par of 36-36–72. 

Chaska Town Course, which will serve as the stroke-play co-host course for the two rounds of stroke play, will be set up at 6,804 yards and play to a par of 35-35–70. (NOTE: Yardages subject to change.)