Maja Stark Claims 80th U.S. Women’s Open

Playing with the patience and precision reminiscent of another champion from Sweden, Maja Stark won the 80th U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally on Sunday when she mastered the demands of Erin Hills and the challenge of the No. 1 player in the world close behind. The 25-year-old closed with an even-par 72 for a 7-under-par total of 281, and a two-stroke margin of victory over Nelly Korda and Rio Takeda from Japan.

Mao Saigo, Hyejin Choi and Ruoning Yin were at 284 with qualifier Hailee Cooper and Hinako Shibuno at 285. Angel Yin, Linn Grant and 2018 U.S. Women’s Open champion Ariya Jutanugarn finished five back at 286.

Golf Channel to Present More than 10 Hours of Live Coverage of Final Qualifying for 2025 US Open on Golf’s Longest Day

GOLF Channel will surround “Golf’s Longest Day” Presented by Titleist with 10 hours of live coverage on Monday, June 2, as golfers compete at 10 sites across the United States and Canada in the hopes of qualifying for the upcoming 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club June 12-15.

Rich Lerner will serve as the primary host for GOLF Channel’s coverage of Golf’s Longest Day Presented by Titleist and Eamon Lynch will provide reports from Oakmont Country Club. Damon Hack and George Savaricas will be joined by Tripp Isenhour and Brendon de Jonge to provide commentary and analysis throughout the 10 hours of live coverage, which will air from 12-2 p.m. ET and 4 p.m. – midnight ET.

PXG and Pennzoil Announce High Performance Sweepstakes

Two brands driven by performance—Pennzoil and PXG—have joined forces for a first-of-its-kind collaboration that bridges the worlds of motorsports and golf. From May 29 to June 25, consumers who purchase a Pennzoil Platinum Full Synthetic bundle at a participating Advance Auto Parts or Carquest retail location, in-store or online, can enter to win a limited-edition Pennzoil® PXG® golf driver*.

This driver is more than just a statement piece—it’s tuned to elevate your game. Featuring PXG’s Black Ops clubhead innovation, the driver delivers a high launch, low-spin option, ensuring unmatched ball speed and exceptional forgiveness for optimum performance.

Stark Holds One-Stroke Lead over Lopez Ramirez Going to Final Round of U.S. Women’s Open

Erin Hills was at its seductive best in Saturday’s third round of the 80th U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally, luring players in with a gentle opening par 5, then testing them completely with a brilliant mix of demands that included a diabolical, 260-yard, drivable par-4 that was so challenging that it became the statistically second-toughest on the course.

Indeed, Moving Day became more about minimizing mistakes than heroic outcomes.

Justin Thomas Tests the Next Generation of T-Series Irons

The Tour seeding process of the next generation T-Series irons is in full swing.

Watch Justin Thomas test the new T100 and T250 irons against his current gamers this week at the Memorial Tournament.

Crowded Leader Board Marks First Day of U.S. Women's Open

The long march to the winner’s circle at the 80th U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally began Thursday with a logjam atop the leader board at Erin Hills as Rio Takeda, Yealimi Noh, Jinhee Im, Angel Yin, Julia Lopez Ramirez and 2020 champion A Lim Kim opened with rounds of 4-under-par 68.

The challenges of Erin Hills lurked quietly behind the gently rolling terrain, especially in the demanding collection areas surrounding the brilliant green complexes. Many players got on a roll in the first round only to find Erin Hills whisper back, Oh, no you don’t. And that helped bunch up the leader board.

SkyGolf Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Special Father’s Day Pricing

In commemoration of the company’s 25th Anniversary, SkyGolf®, maker of SkyCaddie®, the most-trusted rangefinders in golf, announces special Father’s Day pricing on several of its popular award-winning rangefinders. From May 30 through June 17, 2025, the company is offering $50 off its PRO 5X handheld rangefinder, and the LX5, LX5C with ceramic bezel, and LX2 smartwatches.

For 25 years, SkyGolf has been dedicated to pioneering the category of GPS rangefinders to help golfers to improve their game. Starting with the launch of the SG2 25 years ago, SkyCaddie is known for its accuracy and dedication to course mapping on the same ground golfer’s play rather than thousands of miles away on a computer.

Reynolds Lake Oconee Announces Fenmoor Golf Club

Reynolds Lake Oconee, located along the scenic shoreline of Georgia’s Lake Oconee, continues its evolution as one of the country’s premier golf communities with the announcement of its eighth golf course.

This addition underscores Reynolds’ commitment to offering world-class private club experiences and continues to place it among a select few golf destinations in the U.S. with such a deep and diverse portfolio of championship courses. Fenmoor Golf Club will be a private, members-only course designed by Steve Smyers, and is slated to open in Fall 2026.

Kids Play Free at More than 50 Myrtle Beach Courses

This summer in Myrtle Beach, kids 16-and-under can tee off for free at select golf courses when accompanied by a paying adult. The Kids Play Free program is the perfect way to introduce young players to the game of golf while enjoying uninterrupted quality family time on the greens. 

With more than 50 courses participating, families and friends can take advantage of this great opportunity to share some time on the golf course without breaking the bank. 

Full Swing Announces Father’s Day Sacings

Full Swing, the industry leader in pioneering sports technology, announces special Father’s Day pricing on two of its flagship products, the KIT launch monitor and KIT Studio.

From June 1 to June 8, KIT will be available for $3,999 on fullswinggolf.com. This is $1,000 off regular price for the award-winning portable launch monitor. A one-year subscription to Full Swing Golf on KIT software package ($500 value), allowing for indoor play on 15 iconic courses like TPC Sawgrass and Spyglass Hill, will also be included.

FootJoy Announces FJ by Aimé Leon Dore

New York City-based fashion and lifestyle brand Aimé Leon Dore, known for its blend of classic and contemporary style, and FootJoy, the unrivaled leader in golf footwear, proudly announce their inaugural collaboration.

The partnership debuts a bespoke edition of the Premiere Series Field LX, a fusion of over a century of world-class craftsmanship from FJ and ALD’s signature design sensibility.

Five Iron Golf Celebrates Dads and Grads with Hot Summer Deals

Five Iron Golf, the global leader in golf and entertainment, is marking a summer of major developments with exclusive offers for Father’s Day, graduations, and golfers of all ages. Whether you’re gifting the dad or grad in your life, gathering with friends for the U.S. Open watch parties, or looking to improve your own game, Five Iron’s signature experiences and advanced technology make it easy to learn, play, and enjoy the season.

At the core of Five Iron’s summer lineup are flexible three- and six-pack lesson options, designed for everyone from beginners to seasoned players. Each lesson is led by a certified coach and powered by Trackman simulator technologyfor real-time, data-driven feedback and measurable improvement. Five Iron’s instructional program—developed and overseen by co-founder and Golf Digest Best Young Teacher Mike Doyle—offers every student a welcoming, technical, and results-driven path to progress.

MGI Golf Named Official Partner of Hurricane Junior Golf Tour

MGI Golf, global leader in technology for the walking golfer and maker of America’s No. 1 electric golf caddy, is proud to announce it has been named the official electric caddy partner of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour (HJGT), the largest multi-day junior golf tour in the United States.

This two-year partnership is MGI’s first official collaboration with a junior golf tour in the U.S., highlighting the brand’s long-term commitment to accessibility and player development. It also grants MGI category exclusivity and a prominent presence at more than 300 HJGT events annually, an important milestone in supporting the next generation of competitive golfers.

Stephen Curry Returns to American Century Championship to Defend Title

Stephen Curry, the 2023 American Century Championship winner, is back in the field to defend his title of two years ago in the 36th annual tournament, July 9-13, at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.

The NBA icon was unable to compete last year as the call for country had the four-time NBA champion and two-time league MVP winning a Gold Medal with Team USA’s Olympic basketball team in France, with yet another electric performance in his chosen sport.

The Hills Country Club Announces Comprehensive Greens Renovation

The Hills Country Club, a member of Invited Clubs’ national portfolio of member properties, is proud to announce an exciting enhancement to its most iconic offering: The Signature Course, designed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, will undergo a comprehensive greens renovation this summer. 

 

The course will temporarily close at the end of May, with a grand reopening slated for mid-September. This strategic investment reflects the club’s ongoing commitment to delivering an elevated golf experience worthy of its world-class legacy. The greens renovation will use Champions G12 Bermuda, a superior turfgrass trusted by top PGA Tour venues for its elite performance, consistency, and durability.

GT Golf Acquires Clicgear

GT Golf Supply Co. (“GT Golf”), the largest wholesale golf accessories distributor in the United States, today announced it has acquired global rights to the Clicgear brand and all associated intellectual property from Clicgear Industrial Design Ltd. Clicgear is the leading brand in the golf pushcart market, having established a legacy of innovation and excellence that continues to shape the industry.  

This strategic acquisition marks a new chapter for GT Golf, further strengthening its position in the golf industry. GT Golf has been the exclusive U.S. and Mexico distributor of Clicgear products since 2016. This latest expansion of GT Golf’s portfolio will accelerate innovation and growth for one of the most respected names in golf pushcart technology and design.

Carlisle Country Club Announces Multi-Million-Dollar Renovation

Carlisle Country Club, one of central Pennsylvania’s most historic golf clubs, announces a multi-million-dollar renovation project under its new ownership group. This transformation will include comprehensive upgrades to its clubhouse and golf course, enhancing the overall member experience, and positioning the club for the next generation of membership.

Founded in 1924 and celebrating its 100thanniversary, Carlisle Country Club was recently acquired by a group of local businessmen led by entrepreneur Mark Toigo.

Titleist Unveils Vokey Design Old Glory SM10 Wedges

Titleist unveils Vokey Design’s new limited edition Old Glory SM10 wedges, available to golfers beginning today until mid-July, while supplies last.

The wedges feature an American flag designlaser-etched over SM10’s Nickel finish, and a custom Old Glory SM10 shaft label is included to round out the setup. 

NGF Short Game: Is Golf Trapped between Loyalists and Future Growth

Over the past few months, NGF has been exploring the concept of loyalty in golf, including a surprising disconnect between industry self-perception and customers’ actual experience, plus what it’ll take to build more meaningful connections. Today, we take the conversation a step further by examining a more fundamental challenge: the narrow conceptualization of who plays golf and why.

It begins with something as innocuous as stock photography, where a look at the most downloaded “golfer” images reveals startling uniformity: middle-aged white men, dressed neatly in their pressed khakis and polos, captured swing posing – perfect form – against pristine backdrops.

Five Iron Golf Celebrates Women’s Golf Month with Free Play in June

Five Iron Golf is making it easier — and more fun — than ever for women to engage with golf this June. Aligning with the golf industry’s official Women’s Golf Month, the brand’s expanded initiative builds on its success celebrating women during Women’s History Month in March. This year’s campaign offers more ways for women to connect with the sport, from complimentary play and social gatherings to partnerships with some of golf’s leading voices and communities.

At the center of the celebration is Golf Digest Woman, Five Iron Golf’s presenting partner for Women’s Golf Month. Together, they’re shining a spotlight on opportunities for women to discover, enjoy, and grow their connection to the game.