Stone, Wu Post 66s for First-Round Lead at 77th U.S. Junior Amateur

Mother Nature kept turning up the heat in north Texas, but that didn’t seem to bother a few of the 264 competitors assembled at Trinity Forest Golf Club and stroke-play co-host Brook Hollow Golf Club during Monday’s first round of stroke play at the 77th U.S. Junior Amateur Championship. 

With temperatures soaring into the mid- to upper-90s and a Heat Index in the low triple digits, these two private facilities have been transformed into furnaces. Add some Texas wind that gusted into the mid-teens, and the challenge to stay cool under the pressure of a USGA championship only intensified. 

VENTUS Claims 2025 Major Sweep at Royal Portrush

At the season’s fourth Major in Portrush, Fujikura remains the choice of champions, with the winner putting faith in VENTUS to claim a dominant victory over the famous links layout in Northern Ireland.

It was the second Major victory of the year for our winner, and confirmed the position of Fujikura as the global leader in performance shaft innovation as history was made with all four Major Champions in 2025 using VENTUS shafts in their driver.

Brandon 11 Golf Courses Voted Top Vacation Spot

Labor Day may mark the end of summer, and summer vacations, but that can make it an excellent month for less-crowded vacations, Afar Magazine stated in its recently published article titled “The 11 Best Places to Travel in September.” Afar named Branson No. 1 in the best-of list.

“September is great for an alternative to New England’s crowded leaf-peeping routes,” wrote Afar’s Mark Ellwood. “Consider a trip to Branson, Missouri, where maples, oaks, and ashes turn warm hues starting around mid-September, thanks to the higher elevation of the Ozark Mountains. Get on Highway 165 for a 22-mile scenic loop that offers superb views, including across Table Rock Lake. Or hop out of the car and go hiking around the more than 1,500-acre Ruth and Paul Henning Conservation Area.”

The Goddess of U.S. Girls' Junior: Aphrodite Deng Takes Title at AAC

With a name fit for a champion and a game to match, Aphrodite Deng cemented her place in golf history on Saturday at Atlanta Athletic Club’s Riverside Course. The 15-year-old from Canada emerged victorious at the 76th U.S. Girls’ Junior Championship, defeating Xingtong Chen, 16, of Singapore, 2 and 1, becoming the first Canadian to win the prestigious title also owned by the likes of Hall of Famers Mickey Wright, JoAnne Gunderson Carner, Amy Alcott and Nancy Lopez, as well as current LPGA Tour stars Lexi Thompson, Minjee Lee, Ariya Jutanugarn and Rose Zhang. 

“It really means a lot. I just can't believe that I won,” said Deng. “I didn't really think about the end result because I knew there were a lot of good players here. I just tried to win each match.” 

Ace Indoor Golf Offers Wide Range of Simulator Designs and Installations

Purchasing a golf simulator is a huge decision, and determining what you need and which components and software are compatible can be a significant challenge. However, when you buy a package from a trusted retailer or manufacturer, you can ensure you have everything you need and are buying components that work together.

Ace Indoor Golf, a leading authority in golf simulator design and installation, offers a wide range of golf simulator packages designed to bring the ultimate indoor golf experience to homes, businesses, teaching facilities, and entertainment venues. These carefully curated golf simulator packagescombine cutting-edge technology with premium quality, enabling golfers to practice, play, and refine their game year-round, regardless of weather conditions.

Deng to Face Chen in 36-hole final at Atlanta Athletic Club

Aphrodite Deng has already proven she’s one of the top junior golfers in the world — and now she’s one win away from adding a USGA title to her stellar 2025 season. The 15-year-old advanced to the championship match of the 76th U.S. Girls’ Junior on Friday at Atlanta Athletic Club, continuing a dominant run that’s already included two major junior victories this year at the 2025 Junior Invitational at Sage Valley in April and the 2025 Mizuho Americas Open in May. 

Deng, 15, of Canada, managed wins over Wake Forest University rising sophomore Chloe Kovelesky, 2 up, and 17-year-old Rayee Feng, of Short Hills, N.J., 2 and 1 on Friday, where the heat index once again hovered just over 100.

Robot Food Service Makes USA Debut at Harbor Links Golf Course

Teeing off a new era in golf course hospitality and leisure, Brooke Management Group, Robot.com (formerly Kiwibot), and Harbor Links Golf Course made history this spring with the launch of the first autonomous food and beverage delivery robots on a U.S. golf course.

Operational at Harbor Links Golf Course in Port Washington since its successful debut on April 24, this innovation has transformed the golfer experience with convenience and efficiency.

2025 U.S. Girls' Junior Meet The Quarterfinalists

The US Girls’ Junior quarterfinals and semifinals will be contested on Friday, beginning at 8 a.m. EDT and 1:15 p.m. ET, respectfully.

Saturday’s 36-hole championship match is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. and continue following the lunch break. Here’s a closer look at the Quarterfinalists.

Top Seed Carter Advances to Quarterfinals in Atlanta

Grace Carter, 15, of Jupiter, Fla., continued her strong play at Atlanta Athletic Club’s Riverside Course with a pair of victories on Thursday to reach the quarterfinals of the 76th U.S. Girls’ Junior.

Carter opened the day with a 3-and-2 win over Lucinda Wu, 16, of Monterey, Calif., in the Round of 32, and then eliminated Clairey Lin, 15, of Canada, 1 up, in the Round of 16. 

77th U.S. Junior Amateur Championship – Inside the Field

The 77th US Junior Amateur kicks off next week from Trinity Forest Golf Club.

Here’s a closer look at the 264 players in the field.

PXG Unveils New Hellcat ZT Putter Featuring Zero Torque Technology

PXG® is proud to introduce the latest innovation in its acclaimed Zero Torque (ZT) putter lineup – the all-new PXG Hellcat® ZT Putter. Priced at just $249.99, this blade-style beauty delivers all the performance benefits of PXG’s groundbreaking Zero Torque Balance Technology at a price that invites every golfer to make the switch. 

Joining the PXG Allan® ZT and PXG Bat Attack® ZT, the Hellcat ZT rounds out PXG’s Zero Torque putter lineup to include three distinct head shapes – mallet, mid-mallet, and now blade. This trifecta gives golfers the freedom to choose their preferred shape without sacrificing the stability and consistency that Zero Torque Balance Technology delivers.

Four-Ball Champ Yen Starts Strong in Match Play at Girls’ Junior

Natalie Yen already etched her name into the USGA record books once this year – and she’s not done chasing history. The 18-year-old from West Linn, Ore., who captured the 2025 U.S. Women’s Amateur Four-Ball title in May, took the next step toward an even rarer feat on Wednesday at the 76th U.S. Girls’ Junior, winning her Round-of-64 match at Atlanta Athletic Club. 

With another deep run over the next three days, Yen could become just the fifth female to win two USGA championships in the same calendar year.

Ping i240 Irons Fitting and (i230 Irons Comparison) Testing Review: 10 Things to Know

The new Ping i240 irons are inviting more players to the table with something new and something old.  The something new is absolute performance improvements that will clearly benefit different groups of players.  The something old is that i230 familiarity which keeps just enough of the "if it's not broke don't fix it," overall i-Series goodness.

You can read all about the new features and technologies of the i240 irons on Ping's website.  And I'll have a stand alone i240 irons review after my build arrives.  This review is going to focus on head-to-head comparisons between the previous model i230 irons and these new i240 irons.  And i240 truly has something irresistibly awesome for everyone.

Darkness Suspends Round 2 with Carter Atop the Leader Board

Grace Carter, 15, of Jupiter, Fla., carded a bogey-free, 4-under 67 on Tuesday morning at Atlanta Athletic Club’s Riverside Course in Johns Creek, Ga., wrapping up her stroke play portion of the 76th U.S. Girls' Junior Championship at 6-under-par 136 and atop the leader board as play was suspended due to darkness with 24 players still needing to complete their second rounds.

Carter recorded just a single bogey during stroke play, on her final hole (No. 9) Monday afternoon. Starting on No. 1 Tuesday morning, Carter birdied the first and fourth holes before stringing together eight consecutive pars, interrupted only by another birdie on No. 13. She’d play her last four holes in 1-under-par, chipping in from off the green on No. 17.  

Devereux Golf Launches Limited-Edition Livery Collection: Where Vintage Racing Meets Modern Fairways

Devereux Golf, known for blending bold style with golf performance, is launching the Livery Collection, a limited-edition capsule that fuses the aesthetics of vintage motorsport with the spirit of modern golf culture. The collection is available now exclusively at devereuxgolf.com.

Inspired by the iconic designs and colorways of racing’s golden era, the Livery Collection features a bold lineup of graphic tees, embroidered headcovers, and custom-designed A-frame caps — all rooted in the traditions of speed, rivalry, and individuality.

FootJoy and Harris Tweed Celebrate Their Latest Footwear Collection

FootJoy, the #1 Shoe in Golf, has once again partnered with Harris Tweed Hebrides to introduce two new limited edition models ahead of the 153rd Open Championship. 

This year’s collection is inspired by the traditions of Royal Portrush Golf Club and the cultural heritage of its coastal hinterland. An intricately woven plaid pattern set with the classic FootJoy Premiere Series silhouette makes for a unique shoe fit for the Dunes and beyond. 

Jack Nicklaus Brand Ambassador Shipley Wins Second Korn Ferry Tour Title

Nicklaus Companies is pleased to congratulate Jack Nicklaus™brand ambassador Neal Shipley, who captured his second professional victory on Sunday by coming from behind to edge out Jorge Fernández Valdés and Kevin Dougherty for a one-stroke victory at The Ascendant.

Outfitted in Jack Nicklaus Apparel, the 24-year-old Shipley is winning in style. The former Ohio State Buckeye earned his first victory on the Korn Ferry Tour this past April by sinking a 38-foot birdie putt to defeat Seungtaek Lee on the fifth playoff hole of the LECOM Suncoast Classic. With this latest victory Shipley has cracked the top 100 in the Official World Golf Rankings for the first time in his career, currently sitting at No. 94.

Puma Golf and Reigning Champ Bridge the Worlds of Football and Golf with New Collection

PUMA GOLF and REIGNING CHAMP released today the FIELD TO FAIRWAY collection, an apparel, footwear and headwear collaboration inspired by the universal language of sport. The limited-edition capsule bridges the worlds of football and golf by blurring athletic boundaries in an evocative clash of environments.

Influenced by football culture and built for golf performance, the FIELD TO FAIRWAY collection reimagines the golfer’s kit, drawing from PUMA’s storied football heritage and REIGNING CHAMP’s modern legacy in athletic wear.

Scotty Cameron Introduces New Phantom Black Putters

Titleist announces new Scotty Cameron Phantom Black putters, a limited release lineup of four new Phantom mallets made with tour-inspired modifications and features, each in an elegant Tour Black finish.

In select Titleist golf shops worldwide beginning Friday, July 25, the new Phantom Black putters will be offered in four models: the Phantom Black 5.5 (available in right-hand and left-hand), Phantom Black 7, Phantom Black 9.2R and Phantom Black 11. These special release models showcase new, tour-developed setups, player-preferred shapes, custom alignment cues, unique shaft configurations, chain-link face milling, modern head weights and a Tour Black finish.

Japan's Nakayama (66) Leads After First Round of 76th U.S. Girls' Junior

Rinka Nakayama, 16, of Japan, recorded a 5-under 66 on Monday morning to take the solo lead after the first round of the 2025 U.S. Girls’ Junior at Atlanta Athletic Club’s Riverside Course in Johns Creek, Ga. 

Playing in the first group off No. 10, Nakayama completed her outward nine bogey free, tallying three birdies prior to making the turn and recording one more on the par-4 2nd (her 11th), before stumbling with her only blemish of the day, a bogey, on No. 4.