Youth on Course Celebrates Five Million Rounds in Record Year of Growth

Youth on Course – the nonprofit organization providing youth with access to life-changing opportunities through golf – is proud to announce a milestone achievement of five million rounds played by its members. 

“This is a monumental milestone for Youth on Course and a testament to the generosity of our partners, the commitment of our partner courses, and the passion of our incredible young members,” said Adam Heieck, CEO of Youth on Course. “Reaching five million rounds shows how powerful affordable access can be. It means five million opportunities for our youth to enjoy the sport, build relationships, and feel a true sense of belonging in the golf community.”

Invited Unveils Mulholland Hills Country Club

Invited, the largest owner and operator of membership clubs in North America, is pleased to announce a $22 million dollar transformation of Braemar Country Club in Los Angeles, yielding a profound evolution in its journey that will enrich the Member experience in extraordinary ways.

This process and repositioning has led to the exciting rebranding of the Club, now known as Mulholland Hills Country Club, which historically has been defined by an unparalleled service and world-class amenities that will comprehensively reshape the Member experience.

Five Iron Golf Opens in Shaker Heights Ohio

Five Iron Golf, the global leader in indoor golf and social entertainment, opened its newest location in Shaker Heights on September 25, just in time for Ryder Cup weekend.

The 17,000-square-foot destination is the brand’s second in the Cleveland area and third in Ohio, and anchors a first-of-its-kind family entertainment center in the Van Aken District.

Dryvebox Announces First Ever Sim Golf and Music Festival

Dryvebox, the pioneering mobile golf simulator company, has announced the launch of BOXWORLD, the world’s first-ever sim golf and music festival.

Taking place on October 24, 2025, at San Francisco’s iconic Ferry Building, the one-of-a-kind event will blend the excitement of golf, music, food, competition, and community into a festival experience unlike any other.

Wild Dunes Resort Announces Transformation of Harbor Course

Wild Dunes Resort – a Destination by Hyatt set on Isle of Palms, South Carolina, proudly announces the completed transformation of its iconic Tom Fazio-designed Harbor Course. 

With a $9.5 million investment in strategic golf-course-design enhancements and sustainable infrastructure, the project, which began in March 2025, will be complete in late October.

Zack Holton, Kelly Rudney Set Tour Records as Both Capture 2025 World Long Drive World Championships

Zack Holton, the most consistent player on the World Long Drive (WLD) tour this year, capped off the 2025 season with his first career World Long Drive World Championship at Bigfoot Turf Farm in LaSalle, Colorado, on Saturday. Holton, now ranked No. 1 in the world, is the only player in the men’s Open Division to win multiple events this year (3).

Holton’s championship-winning drive was 471 yards, a new career-long and the second highest of the event. Holton’s winning drive is the longest championship-winning drive in World Long Drive’s 51-year history. 

Callaway Golf Launches New Elyte Mini Driver Night Edition

Callaway Golf has launched their new Elyte Mini Driver Night Edition models.

These models feature all the performance benefits of the popular Elyte Mini Drivers in a Night Edition finish.

Can USA’s Ryder Cup Home Advantage Hold Up

The Ryder Cup is back. Will Team USA be able to ride the home-crowd advantage or will Europe silence them right out of the gate? 

Every swing has stakes attached. From the opening tee off to the final putt, Day 1 of the Ryder Cup sets the tone for the entire tournament.

Three Golf Instructors at The Sea Pines Resort Named Best Teachers

Three golf instructors at The Sea Pines Resort have been named among the best in South Carolina in Golf Digest’s Best Teachers in Every State ranking for 2026-27. 

Tim Cooke, Rick Barry, and Julie Cole all earned places on the biennial list, which highlights the top instructors as identified by their peers.

Prop Bets for the 2025 Ryder Cup

Over the past decade, home teams have dominated the Ryder Cup. Five straight home teams have comfortably lifted the Cup, and you'll see below that the Americans are favored to continue the trend in 2025.

But what about those prop bets? BetOnline.ag has created a plethora of props for this year's tournament at Bethpage, and you can see the full list below. 

Carl’s Place Offering Fall Deals on Complete Golt Simulator Packages

Fall is officially here, and while it may not feel like it, the days will soon be shorter, weather colder and holiday schedules tighter. But that doesn’t make playing golf impossible. 

The fall is actually the perfect time to prepare for winter golf. Carl’s Place makes it easy with complete simulator packages that deliver year-round play. Plus, by ordering in the fall, you’ll be ahead of the game with a tee box that’s always open - rain, snow, sleet or sub-zero temperatures.

Accommodation Prices in Farmingdale Skyrocket for Ryder Cup

VegasInsider has analyzed over 1,800 accommodation listings on Booking and Airbnb in Farmingdale, New York and its surrounding areas to determine how much higher accommodation prices are during the Ryder Cup compared to the weeks before and after.

As you would expect processed have skyrocketed. Here’s a look at some of the most expensive and least expensive options. 

Tour Edge Launches First-Ever Golf Balls in Company’s 40 Year History

Tour Edge Golf, a leader in high-performance golf equipment for nearly 40 years, is entering a bold new era with the launch of its first-ever golf balls.

Headlining this historic debut is the Exotics golf ball, a premium three-piece cast urethane design engineered to deliver explosive distance, piercing ball flight, pinpoint control, and exceptional greenside spin.

Bettinardi Golf and Rawlings Team Up for Limited Edition Collection

Rawlings x Bettinardi Golf are teaming up once again, renewing their partnership with the official glove and ball of Major League Baseball.

This new chapter brings together Bettinardi’s world-class milling expertise with Rawlings’ legendary glove-making heritage. The limited-edition collection features precision-milled putters, premium headcovers, apparel, a special-edition Rawlings glove, and exclusive accessories.

Graphite Design Wins DP World Tour FedEx Open

Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts, Inc. announced today that the winner of the DP World Tour FedEx Open de France held at the Golf de Saint-Nom-La-Bretèche golf club in Paris, France was playing a Graphite Design Tour AD DI-6 X-Stiff flex wood shaft in his Titleist GT2 Driver, a Graphite Design Tour AD UB-7 X-Stiff flex wood shaft in his TaylorMade Qi10 #3 metal wood and a Graphite Design Tour AD UB-8 X-Stiff flex wood shaft in his TaylorMade Qi10 #7 metal wood.  

The champion claimed his first DP World title after shooting a 4-day score of 69, 68, 66, 65 for a total of 16 under par.

Branson Voted as America’s Top 10 Best Places to Visit

USA TODAY readers have weighed in and they elected Branson as one of America’s 10 best places to visit in autumn.

Wrote USA TODAY in announcing the winners: “One of the best things about fall is the opportunity to travel to gorgeous places that showcase the vibrant colors and scenery of the season. 

Statewide Economic Impact of Ryder Cup Expected to Exceed $200 Million

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State is set to welcome more than 250,000 spectators to Bethpage State Park on Long Island during the 45th Ryder Cup. This historic international event, taking place September 23–28, continues the strong partnership between New York State and the PGA of America. The sold-out biennial match between Team USA and Team Europe is projected to generate more than $200 million in economic impact statewide.

“New York is proud to host the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black and welcome fans from around the world to experience all that Long Island and New York State have to offer,” Governor Hochul said. “It is a great distinction that the PGA of America selected a State Park golf course for this world-class competition. Beyond the excitement on the course, visitors will have the opportunity to explore the Long Island–New York City region, where they can experience world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions while supporting local businesses that make this area so vibrant. From iconic landmarks and Broadway shows in New York City to Long Island’s celebrated beaches, wineries, and historic towns, the Ryder Cup provides a gateway for fans to experience all that makes them say, ‘I LOVE NY!’”

PUMA Golf Designs Shoes with JJ Spaun for Ryder Cup

PUMA Golf today announced the development of three exclusive IGNITE ELEVATE Tour golf shoes for J.J. Spaun to wear in the 2025 Ryder Cup. 

Designed with input from Spaun himself, red, white and blue designs celebrate Team USA while also telling Spaun’s unique bi-coastal story – reflecting his California roots on the left shoe and New York, host of this year’s tournament, on the right.

Toptracer Announces Virtual Global Challenge at Bethpage Black

Toptracer, the world’s number one range technology and official range technology of the PGA of America, announces a virtual Global Challenge on Bethpage Black that will take place at partner ranges around the globe from Sept. 22 – Oct. 5 along with Tournament Range onsite and the “First Tee Experience” at Rockefeller Center.

For the most anticipated Ryder Cup in recent memory, Toptracer is ready to bring the famous Black Course at Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale, New York to golf fans around the world for the toughest global challenge yet. The competition will be “closest to the pin” on the revered par-3, No. 8. Prizes will include a limited edition swag bag (up to $200 in value) and players can participate by visiting their local Toptracer range found here: toptracer.com/locations/.

Five Iron Golf Debuts Seventh Location in New York City

Five Iron Golf, the global leader in indoor golf and entertainment, announced today the opening of its newest home at 1290 Avenue of the Americas in Midtown Manhattan. 

The venue, Five Iron’s seventh in New York City and its largest in the market, will officially open to the public on September 23. Spanning 20,000 square feet of wellness, performance, and social play, the location combines a Wellness Center with a next-generation Five Iron build-out where performance and social experiences coexist.