Data Behind the Church Pews at Oakmont

Oakmont Country Club, known for its narrow fairways, Church Pew bunkers, and challenging layout, is the 2025 US Open venue this week and promises drama. Previously, having hosted the Championship in 2016, Oakmont provided PGA Tour professionals with one of the toughest tournaments of the season, where only four competitors broke par, three of whom were at -1. 

With the rough lush and the bunkers deep, accuracy off the tee is paramount, pars are crucial, and every stroke will be a test of the players’ skill.

Original Penguin Brand Ambassadors Sport Signature Styles at US Open

Original Penguin Golf® by Munsingwear®, a division of Perry Ellis International, is proud to highlight that brand ambassadors Brian Campbell, Johnny Keefer and Nico Echavarria will be showcasing Original Penguin’s heritage and style at the U.S. Open, June 12-15 at Oakmont Country Club, as Original Penguin celebrates 70 years of the Original Good Times.

These ambassadors will be outfitted in Original Penguin’s soft to the touch and lightweight performance polos, pullovers and pants. On Friday, Campbell, Echavarria, and Keefer will take the course wearing the Technical Earl Polo—a modern performance update to a style that elevated golf fashion.

USGA Announces Tee Times for 125th U.S. Open Championship

The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced tee times for the first two rounds of the 2025 U.S. Open Championship, Thursday (June 12) and Friday (June 13), at 7,372-yard, par-70 Oakmont (Pa.) Country Club.

The U.S. Open is a 72-hole, stroke-play competition. A field of 156 players will play 18 holes of stroke play on June 12 and 13, after which the field will be reduced to the low 60 scores and ties. Those players making the cut will play 18 holes on June 14 and 15. If there is a tie upon the completion of 72 holes, a two-hole aggregate playoff will immediately follow. If this playoff results in a tie, the tied players will immediately continue to play off hole-by-hole until the winner is determined.

USGA Gives Fans More Ways than Ever to Follow the Action from the 125th U.S. Open

Fans will experience the U.S. Open like never before through a robust lineup of digital offerings designed to immerse them in the action at Oakmont Country Club (Pa.) from June 12–15.

“We’re thrilled to provide fans with an exceptional level of access to this year’s championship through a number of innovative digital offerings that are sure to provide golf fans unparalleled access to the action from Oakmont Country Club,” said USGA Chief Commercial Officer Jon Podany. “From live streaming and in-depth AI insights to our immersive Showcase Mode, golf fans across the world will be able to engage in the U.S. Open.”

Odyssey Released Limited Edition Giraffe Beam Putters

The new Odyssey Ai-ONE Giraffe Beam Limited Edition putters are the second generation of long neck putters that was a concept that originated from Odyssey’s team in Japan. The longer necks on these crank hosel putters make them face balanced with the look of a crank hosel.

These are now available in the U.S. and they feature Odyssey’s Ai-ONE insert that delivers more consistent ball speed across the face. 

FootJoy Celebrates 80 Consecutive Years as the #1 Shoe in Golf

Since 1945, and every year since, FootJoy has been the golf shoe of choice at the professional level. That’s 80 consecutive years of the best players in the world choosing FootJoy for the ultimate combination of comfort, style and performance. 

The first breakthrough was in 1927 when FootJoy sales rep, Miles Baker, convinced the captain of the U.S. Ryder Cup that the team should be wearing FootJoy golf shoes in the inaugural matches at Worcester Country Club, which they did, en route to a 7 point victory. Johnny Farrell, a member of that U.S. team, liked the shoes so much he wore them to victory in a 36-hole, one day playoff at the 1928 U.S. Open. This was the first of more than 8,000 victories by professionals wearing FJ shoes.

Ryan Fox Delivers Playoff Heroics at RBC Canadian Open for Second PGA TOUR Title

Srixon’s Ryan Fox continued his hot run on the PGA TOUR, capturing the 2025 RBC Canadian Open in another thrilling playoff victory – marking his second win in just four weeks.

Fox delivered a textbook performance on Sunday, carding a bogey-free 66 highlighted by a clutch 16-foot birdie putt on the 72nd hole to force a playoff. Echoing his performance at the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic just weeks earlier, Fox once again rose to the moment. With his Srixon ZXi Fairway Wood in hand, he delivered a pinpoint approach shot on the par-5 18th, leaving himself inside 12 feet and setting up the decisive birdie putt to claim his second PGA TOUR title. 

Re: Bridgestone Golf Partners with Pabst Blue Ribbon for 125th U.S. Open Collab

Bridgestone Golf, the #1 Ball-Fitter in Golf, today announced a new collaboration with Pabst Blue Ribbon beer. The collaboration, which celebrates the 125th^th U.S. Open, includes a limited-edition Bridgestone TOUR B RX dozen box as well as a limited-edition golf towel and putter headcover complete with both Pabst and Bridgestone logos.

“We are excited to launch another collection with Pabst Blue Ribbon,” said Dan Murphy, President of Bridgestone Golf. “After last year’s drop sold out so quickly, our consumers asked for more and we stepped up and delivered. And what better time to celebrate with our fans than ahead of the 125th U.S. Open.”

USGA Announces Three Exemptions and Completion of Field for 125th U.S. Open Championship

The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that three additional players have earned full exemptions into the 125th U.S. Open Championship, to be contested June 12-15 at Oakmont Country Club, bringing the number of fully exempt players to 87. Additionally, five alternates from final qualifying were added to complete the 156-player field.

Ryan Fox, of New Zealand, earned an exemption based on the current Official World Golf Ranking®/OWGR®. He moved up 43 spots to No. 32 after winning yesterday’s RBC Canadian Open in a playoff with Sam Burns. Fox, who will play in his seventh U.S. Open, also won the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic on May 11 with a birdie on the first playoff hole. The 38-year-old has received the top player award on the European Tour (now DP World Tour) and PGA Tour Australasia. He won the DP World Tour’s flagship event, the BMW Championship, in 2023.

125th U.S. Open Championship - Notebook

This is the 125th U.S. Open Championship. The U.S. Open, which was first played in 1895, was not contested for two years (1917-18) during World War I and for four years (1942-45) during World War II. 

The youngest winner of the U.S. Open is 19-year-old John McDermott, who won in 1911; he is among eight players aged 21 or younger who have won the U.S. Open. The oldest winner is Hale Irwin, who was 45 and playing on a special exemption when he won his third U.S. Open title in 1990. Irwin also won in 1974 and 1979.

Club Champion Offering Free Fittings June 12th to 16th

Make this Father’s Day one he’ll remember every time he tees off. Whether you’re shopping for Dad—or are the Dad—it’s the perfect time to take advantage of these exclusive offers from Club Champion.

Dial in every club from driver to putter with a FREE tour-level fitting experience when you buy clubs.

LA Golf Face ID Driver Review - 10 Things to Know

The new LA Golf Face ID drivers are designed with unique bulge and roll (face curvature) based on swing speed to optimize side-spin and straighten off-center hits.

I've put the Face ID Driver to the test and can tell you my expectations were exceeded and there were even a few pleasant unexpected surprises.

125th U.S. Open Championship - Fact Sheet

Oakmont Country Club will be set up at 7,372 yards and will play to a par of 35-35–70.

The yardage for each round of the championship will vary due to course setup and conditions.

Miura TC 202 Irons Review: 10 Things to Know

The new Miura TC 202 irons are unique in that they're part muscle back, part cavity back, and all about being able to hit every shot you can imagine.  What might surprise people most about the TC 202 is how friendly they are to hit and consequently they will appeal to a wide range of player abilities.

You can read all about the new features and technologies of the TC 202 irons on Miura's website.  This review is going to focus on nuts and bolts comparisons between the previous model TC 201 and these new TC 202 irons.

NBC Sports Presents Comprehensive Live Coverage of 125th US Open at Oakmont

NBC Sports will present comprehensive live coverage of the 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pa., beginning Thursday, June 12, through Sunday, June 15, across NBC, USA Network, and Peacock. Pre-championship coverage begins Monday, June 9, with Golf Central Live From the U.S. Open on GOLF Channel.

In total, NBC Sports will provide nearly 300 hours of championship coverage surrounding the 125th U.S. Open, including traditional Thursday-Sunday coverage, as well as Peacock’s Multiview, U.S. Open All Access, featured groups coverage, and week-long Golf Central Live From coverage on GOLF Channel. Live From coverage will include Todd Lewis’ exclusive interview with defending U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau, as Lewis went behind-the-scenes with DeChambeau at his home in Dallas in preparation for the U.S. Open.

Club Champion Announces Limited-Time 20% Bonus On Gift Cards

Just in time for Father’s Day, Club Champion, the world’s top golf club fitter, is making it easier than ever to give the golf-loving dads in your life something truly game-changing. From now through June 14, Club Champion is offering a 20% bonus card with every gift card purchase — the perfect way to upgrade Dad’s game with a custom club fitting experience.

 

Club Champion fits, sells, and builds custom golf clubs using more than 65 brands like Callaway, TaylorMade, PING, Titleist, Cobra, Fujikura, and Golf Pride. The company delivers a Tour-level fitting that produces longer, more accurate shots with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate for golfers of any ability level. Whether Dad’s a weekend warrior or a scratch golfer, a Club Champion fitting is the ultimate gift. Each gift card can be applied toward a fitting service or equipment purchase, and the 20% bonus card makes it an even greater value.

SiriusXM the Exclusive Audio Broadcaster of the 125th US Open

SiriusXM will be the exclusive national audio broadcaster for the 125th U.S. Open Championship, and will offer live shot-by-shot coverage across all four days of Championship play – June 12-15 – from Oakmont Country Club, outside Pittsburgh, PA.

On Thursday and Friday, SiriusXM’s coverage will extend from the day’s first tee time (approximately 7 am ET) through the end of play. On the weekend, SiriusXM’s on-course coverage will begin at 10 am ET on Saturday and Sunday and run through the completion of play both days. If there is a tie atop the leaderboard after 72 holes, SiriusXM will provide live coverage of every stroke of the ensuing playoff.

Club Champion Opens Fitting Studio at Golfinity Austin

Custom golf club fitter Club Champion announces the opening of its new fitting studio, located inside of Golfinity, 12332 N FM 620, Building B, Austin, TX. The new studio is open and accepting fitting appointments. This new studio concept represents Club Champion’s 12th location in the state of Texas.

The new studio features one indoor hitting bay with a Trackman launch monitor for analyzing performance, a SAM PuttLab system to find the perfect putter, and a build shop for repairing and assembling golf clubs by hand. The studio will feature brands like TaylorMade, PING, Titleist, Cobra, Fujikura, Golf Pride, and many more.

Puma Golf Introduces The Helsinki G to the Fairway

PUMA Golf continues to push footwear style on the fairway by tapping into its legacy and re-introducing the Helsinki sneaker, now reimagined for golf. 

A bold crossover that brings a celebrated sportstyle design into the world of golf, this launch represents a major step in fusing sneaker culture and fashion-forward expression with technical performance that is crafted for today’s modern golfer.

U.S. Open 2025: Accommodation Prices Near Oakmont Are 300% Higher Than Usual

Ahead of the 125th United States Open Championship, VegasInsider.com has analyzed 2,000+ accommodation listings near Oakmont Country Club in Pennsylvania to determine how much higher accommodation prices are during the U.S. Open compared to the week before and after.

According to the results of the analysis of accommodation prices in Oakmont and its surrounding areas are below.