Annika Sorenstam Leads the Way at U.S. Senior Women’s Open

There was fire in the cleverly contoured greens of San Diego Country Club for Thursday’s first round of the 7th U.S. Senior Women’s Open. And no one handled the heat better than four-time USGA champion Annika Sorenstam, whose 3-under-par 70 put her atop the leader board.

Sorenstam, who won the 2021 U.S. Senior Women’s Open as well of the U.S. Women’s Open in 1995, ’96 and 2006, started the day on No. 1 and made the turn at 3 under par as she began the round with two birdies and bookended it with another on No. 9. As she headed to No. 10 tee she was the leader.

Five Iron Golf Launches Year Round Junior Clinics

Five Iron Golf, the global leader in indoor golf and entertainment, is teeing off a new after-school program designed to inspire the next generation of golfers. Beginning in October, 5i Junior Clinics will run in 5-week series throughout the year, giving kids a fun, social, and highly personalized way to learn the game.

Led by a network of more than 85 certified coaches across 30 locations, 5i Junior Clinics pair skill-building with an atmosphere that keeps kids engaged and excited to play. In New York City, LPGA Class A Professional Ellen Ceresko has seen the program thrive, helping her students grow in both ability and confidence. “We’ve built an environment where kids feel supported and excited to learn,” said Ceresko. “It’s about more than just a swing — it’s building the confidence, sportsmanship, and joy that golf inspires.”

How to Watch the 2025 Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club

Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy lead the Top 30 players in the PGA TOUR FedExCup Playoff standings competing for the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, Ga., headlining this week’s live golf coverage on NBC, GOLF Channel, and Peacock.

The Top 30 players in the FedExCup Playoff standings will square off this week and compete for the FedExCup title at the TOUR Championship East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta. Scottie Scheffler won last week’s BMW Championship at Caves Valley – punctuated by his dramatic birdie chip-in on the 17th hole – to become the first player since Tiger Woods (2006-07) to win at least five times in back-to-back years.

Champion Hills Club Reopens All 18 Holes

Champion Hills Club, Western North Carolina’s premier golf community, is heading into the heart of summer riding a wave of momentum. At the center of the excitement is the acclaimed Tom Fazio-designed golf course, which has reopened and is playing better than ever. 

Meanwhile, the club has invested in two projects that promise to further elevate its already exceptional lifestyle experience.

Five Iron Golf Announces Grand Re-Opening of Baltimore Harbor East Location

Five Iron Golf, the global leader in indoor golf, entertainment, and events, today announced the grand reopening of its Baltimore Harbor East location following a full-scale renovation that enhances its technology, design, and hospitality.

Originally opened in 2019 as one of Five Iron’s earliest locations, the refreshed venue now delivers an elevated experience that blends tour-level golf technology with vibrant social spaces, bold art, and expanded entertainment options — cementing its reputation as a go-to destination for golfers and non-golfers alike.

NGF Short Game: Golf Rounds Played at Midway Point of 2025 Nearly Identical to 2024

When it comes to national indicators of golf’s sustained play levels, consider this: all 26 peak-season months dating back to 2020 have seen rounds trend at least 10% higher than recent pre-Covid comparisons.  

For anyone who’s tried to get weekend public tee times in densely populated metro areas, that’s probably not a surprise.

Cobra Introduces 2025 BAFFLER Combo Set Irons

The new Cobra BAFFLER Irons blend five dedicated constructions into a combo set that might be the easiest to play clubs I’ve ever hit.

If you’re looking for effortless launch, powerful distance, and forgiving control BAFFLER delivers in spades. I’ll have a full review soon. In the meantime, here’s a preview of Cobra’s latest generation of BAFFLER Irons.

TGL Presented by SoFi Season Two Debuts with Finals Rematch

TGL presented by SoFi announced the broadcast network debut for the opening match of its second season as the defending champions Atlanta Drive GC take on New York Golf Club in a rematch of Season 1’s thrilling Finals on Sunday, December 28 at 3:00 p.m., ET on ABC. TGL is a partnership between TMRW Sports and the PGA TOUR.

“TGL presented by SoFi’s inaugural season exceeded all expectations, and Season 2 begins with TGL’s first-ever match on ABC — a rematch of last season’s Finals between Atlanta and New York,” said Mike McCarley, Founder and CEO of TMRW Sports and TGL. “This off season we’ve been focused on elevating the fan experience and are eager to welcome fans and teams back to SoFi Center in December.” 

Russell Henley, Harris English and Bryson DeChambeau Qualify for the 2025 United States Ryder Cup Team

Russell Henley, Harris English and Bryson DeChambeau have qualified for the 2025 United States Ryder Cup Team. They join Scottie Scheffler, J.J. Spaun and Xander Schauffele as the six automatic qualifiers via the U.S. points system.

All U.S. players earned points beginning in 2024 and concluding with this weekend’s 2025 BMW Championship. U.S. Captain Keegan Bradley will announce his six Captain’s Picks to complete the 12-member U.S. Team on Wednesday, August 27.

RBC Extends Title Sponsorship of RBC Heritage and RBC Canadian Open

The PGA TOUR and RBC, in partnership with the Heritage Classic Foundation and Golf Canada, today announced a multi-year extension of the bank’s title sponsorship of the RBC Heritage and RBC Canadian Open. RBC is a long-standing supporter of golf at the professional and amateur levels and has been the title sponsor of the RBC Heritage and RBC Canadian Open since 2012 and 2008, respectively.

The 2026 RBC Heritage, a PGA TOUR Signature Event, begins Thursday, April 16 at Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, and the 2026 RBC Canadian Open, Canada’s National Open, will return to TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in Caledon, Ontario, on Thursday, June 11.

FlightScope Mevo Gen2 Golf Launch Monitor Review: 10 Things to Know

Everyone who plays golf has golf equipment.  But not everyone who plays golf has a golf launch monitor.  FlightScope wants to change that.

With premium performance, advanced features, and cutting edge technology that rivals $10K+ launch monitors the new FlightScope Mevo Gen2 is almost impossible to resist at a price of just $1,200.

Howell Dominant In Becoming Third-Youngest U.S. Amateur Champion

Mason Howell of Thomasville, Ga., took down Jackson “The Fridge” Herrington of Dickson, Tenn., to capture the 125th U.S. Amateur with a commanding 7-and-6 victory in Sunday’s 36-hole championship match at The Olympic Club’s Lake Course in San Francisco, Calif.

At 18 years, one month and three weeks old, Howell became the third-youngest player to ever hoist the Havemeyer Trophy, overtaking Tiger Woods, who won the first of his three when he was 18 years, seven months old, in 1994. 

Final Five Players Named to USA Walker Cup Team

Stewart Hagestad, 34, of Newport Beach, Calif.; Mason Howell, 18, of Thomasville, Ga.; Jacob Modleski, 20, of Noblesville, Ind.; Tommy Morrison, 21, of Dallas, Texas; and Jase Summy, 21 of Keller, Texas were named to the 2025 USA Walker Cup Team by the USGA’s International Team Selection (ITS) working group on Sunday night to complete the 10-player team.

The five players join Jackson Koivun, Ben James, Michael La Sasso, Ethan Fang and Preston Stout, all of whom were previously selected to the team. The USA Team will compete against Great Britain and Ireland in the 50th Walker Cup Match on Sept. 6-7 at Cypress Point Club, in Pebble Beach, Calif. 

Teenagers Herrington and Howell Advance to U.S. Amateur Final

Youth was served on Saturday afternoon as Jackson Herrington, 19, of Dickson, Tenn., and Mason Howell, 18, of Thomasville, Ga., won their semifinal matches to set up a teenage head-to-head in Sunday’s 36-hole championship match at The Olympic Club’s Lake Course in San Francisco, Calif.  

Engulfed by both the foggiest conditions and the largest crowds of the week, Herrington, a rising sophomore at the University of Tennessee, took down hometown favorite Niall Shiels Donegan, 1 up, in one of the most dramatic matches of the week.  

Club Champion Celebrates Iron Fitting Month Presented by Titleist

Club Champion, the globe’s top custom golf club fitter, is celebrating Iron Fitting Month this August, presented by Titleist. For a limited time, golfers can book a full iron fitting for only $50 when they make a custom club purchase at Club Champion.

Whether you're a beginner looking for more consistency or a seasoned player chasing precision, your irons are a major key to better scores. With Tour-level technology, and the A.I. Fitter Co-Pilot, Club Champion fitters help golfers find the perfect iron setup for their game.

7th U.S. Senior Women’s Open Notebook and Storylines

This is the 7th U.S. Senior Women’s Open Championship. The USGA announced the establishment of the championship on Feb. 6, 2015.  

In 2018, World Golf Hall of Famer Laura Davies, of England, posted a 10-stroke victory over Juli Inkster en route to winning the inaugural title at historic Chicago Golf Club, in Wheaton, Ill. Helen Alfredsson, of Sweden, took home the trophy the following year at Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club, in Southern Pines, N.C., before the championship was canceled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2021, three-time U.S. Women’s Open champion Annika Sorenstam, of Sweden, produced a wire-to-wire victory in her first year of eligibility at Brooklawn Country Club, in Fairfield, Conn. 

Niall ‘Scenes’ Donegan: Hometown Hero Vaults into Semifinals

Niall Shiels Donegan, a Scottish-born resident of nearby Mill River and the local hometown favorite this week, outlasted world No. 15 Jacob Modleski in 19 holes to secure his spot in the semifinals of the 125th U.S. Amateur at The Olympic Club’s Lake Course in San Francisco, Calif. 

“You’ve just got to stay so patient,” said Donegan, a rising junior at Northwestern University. “You can’t get ahead of yourself… one hole is its own event, and it’s just all about staying in the present, not thinking ahead.”

2025 U.S. Amateur: Meet the Quarterfinalists

The 2025 U.S. Amateur quarterfinal matches on Friday are scheduled for 1:30 p.m. PDT, with the last match teeing off at 2:15 p.m.

Saturday’ssemifinals are set for 11 and 11:20 a.m., and the first 18 of Sunday’s 36-hole championship match is scheduled for 10:15 a.m. Heres a closer look at the quarterfinalists.

Top-Ranked Junior Russell Punches Ticket to Quarterfinals

Miles Russell, the top-ranked junior amateur player in the world, advanced to the quarterfinals of the 125th U.S. Amateur Championship on Thursday afternoon following his victory over Pepperdine’s Mahanth Chirravuri, 2 and 1, in the Round of 16 at The Olympic Club’s Lake Course in San Francisco, Calif.

Russell went 2 down early in the match after a bogey on the first and a winning birdie from Chirravuri on the downhill par-3 third. The two halved the next three before Russell fired off four birdies in a row from hole Nos. 7-10 to take a 2-up lead.

PXG Announces Battle Ready II Torpedo Putter

PXG has announced the launch of its latest putter innovation, the Battle Ready® II Torpedo™, expanding its award-winning collection of Battle Ready II Putters. Designed for golfers who demand both precision and personalization, the Torpedo introduces unparalleled fitting versatility and next-generation performance technologies.

“While zero-torque putters have recently gained attention for their unique approach to stability, many golfers still prefer the feel, look, and performance of more traditional putter styles,” PXG Chief Product Officer Brad Schweigert said. “The Battle Ready II Torpedo answers that call.