Wednesday, January 8, 2025

PXG Announces Secret Weapon Adjustable Mini Driver

PXG is pleased to unveil the PXG Secret Weapon, an innovative mini-driver designed to enhance performance off the tee and from the fairway for all golfers.

Thoughtfully engineered for advanced golfers seeking the ideal blend of control and distance, the Secret Weapon offers a penetrating ball flight and tight dispersion, while also providing exceptional distance. And at the same time Secret Weapon design features make it ideal for anyone who struggles to square up their driver.

Noteefy Tee Time Booking Assistant Available at The Sea Pines Resort

The Noteefy automated tee time demand system is now available for the three championship golf courses at The Sea Pines Resort on Hilton Head, Island, S.C.

Harbour Town Golf Links, Heron Point and Atlantic Dunes have integrated Noteefy into The Sea Pines Resort website for golfers to input their desired tee times and receive real-time text and e-mail alerts when they open due to cancellations or new releases, subsequently booking tee times per the normal process.  Golfers can select multiple courses at The Sea Pines Resort to increase their probability of a match by joining the standby list.  There are no added fees to golfers.

MGI Golf to Showcase Latest Innovations at PGA Show

MGI Golf, global leader in technology for the walking golfer and maker of America’s No. 1 electric golf caddy, will showcase its latest electric caddy models at Demo Day and at Booth #3201 during the 2025 PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Florida from January 21-24.

As a pioneer in electric caddy innovation, MGI’s cutting-edge products will be on display during the show, giving attendees the opportunity to explore its most popular models. Featured at the show will be the Ai Navigator GPS+Ai 500Zip Navigator, and Zip Navigator AT – each showcasing the advanced features that have made MGI a trusted name among golfers worldwide.

The Golf Club at Crown Colony Announces Significant Renovation Plan

The Golf Club at Crown Colony—part of a private community on Florida’s west coast known for its scenic beauty—has announced plans for a significant renovation to its golf course and other amenities.

Members resoundingly approved a $12 million master plan that includes a total renovation of its golf course, which hosted the 2022 LPGA Drive On Championship, 2023 Florida Open, and  the 2023 PGA TOUR / Korn Ferry Tour Qualifying. Noted golf course architect Bill Bergin, Bergin Golf Designs, has prepared plans for upgrading the irrigation and drainage on all 18 holes, as well as design enhancements that will make the course both more fun and more challenging for golfers of all levels. Work will begin in 2026.

Sun Mountain to Launch New Products and Branding at PGA Show

Sun Mountain Sports, innovation leader in golf bags, travel gear and performance apparel, will be launching exciting advancements in their innovation platforms at the 2025 PGA Show including the performance Eclipse E-Series golf bags, Matchplay stealth luxury golf bags and a premium AW25 Apparel Collection.

These game-changing designs and enhanced technologies represent a new direction as Sun Mountain elevates their product pipeline and solidifies their spot as a leading creator of the world’s best golf products.

Bushnell Golf Announces Launch Pro Indoor

Bushnell Golf, the industry leader in distance measuring devices, proudly announces the launch of the Bushnell Launch Pro Indoor (LPi), the next generation in indoor golf simulation.

Developed in partnership with Foresight Sports, the LPi combines professional-grade ball and club tracking capabilities with groundbreaking accessibility, bringing Tour-caliber technology to everyday golfers.

Graphite Design Tour AD DI Deep Impact Wins The Sentry

Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts, Inc. announced that the winner of the 2025 PGA Tour The Sentry tournament held at the Plantation Course at Kapalua in Maui, Hawaii was playing a Graphite Design Tour AD DI-8 TX wood shaft in his Srixon ZX5 Mk II LS 9.5° Driver, a Graphite Design Tour AD DI-9 TX wood shaft in his TaylorMade Qi10 15° fairway metal wood and a Graphite Design Tour AD DI-10 TX wood shaft in his Cobra King RadSpeed Tour 17.5° fairway metal wood.

The champion claimed his eleventh PGA Tour victory after shooting a 4-day score of 65, 65, 62, 65 to win the 1sttournament of the season by 3 strokes.

Mitsubishi Golf Announces 6th Generation Diamana RB

Mitsubishi Golf has revealed Diamana RB, the final member of the 6th Generation Diamana family. Diamana RB (Red Board) continues to promote the storied brand with its legendary iconography, including the return of the surfboard, flower bands and even the 63/73/83 weight class designations.

Diamana RB also features the most advanced technological package ever assembled in a Diamana structure.

New Scotty Cameron Blade and Mid-Mallet Putters Arrive on Tour

Scotty Cameron’s next generation blade and mid-mallet putters have arrived on the PGA TOUR.

Competitors at this week’s Sony Open in Hawaii are being introduced to more than 10 new prototype head and neck configurations, each built upon the success and feedback of Scotty Cameron players across the worldwide tours.

Cleveland Golf Introduces RTZ Wedges with Groundbreaking Z-Alloy Steel Formula

Taking the next step in their storied history of Wedge innovation and design, CLEVELAND GOLF announces the launch of their all-new RTZ Wedges, featuring the brand’s groundbreaking new steel formula called Z-Alloy.

This new material offers golfers an unrivaled combination of feel, forgiveness, and greenside control for Cleveland Golf’s most complete Wedge to date. 

Callaway Announces New Chrome Tour Triple Diamond Golf Balls

The Callaway Chrome Tour golf ball promised to set the new gold standard in performance for the best in distance, feel, shot shaping, and control when it was released last year and it’s hard to argue with the results.

Callaway earned its highest premium ball share ever in the U.S. at 22-percent, and Chrome Tour captured three major championships and over 19 wins worldwide. Callaway is not shying away from their objective of becoming the number one brand in golf balls.

Monday, January 6, 2025

The All-New Srixon Z-STAR Series Begins With a Win

Srixon’s all-new Z-STAR Series launches into the new year with a record-breaking victory. 

The latest line of Z-STAR Series golf balls are engineered to pack an even greater punch, with longer distance, more optimized spin, and tour-level stopping power around the greens.

Hideki Matsuyama Breaks PGA TOUR Scoring Record with New Z-STAR XV

Utilizing the all-new Srixon Z-STAR XV golf ball, Hideki Matsuyama kicked off the 2025 season in dominant fashion, securing his 11th PGA TOUR title with a victory at The Sentry.

Matsuyama displayed his exceptional ball control throughout the tournament, ranking top three in strokes gained approach, scrambling, and first in strokes gained overall. The Sentry, known for its elite field and course complexities, highlighted Matsuyama’s performance, including his accuracy, hitting over 87% of greens in regulation with the new ball. 

PUMA Golf Double Downs with Two New Ignite Elevate Golf Shoes for 2025

Today PUMA GOLF announced the IGNITE ELEVATE 2 and IGNITE ELEVATE X Golf shoes, enhancing golfers’ style, stability and comfort.



Featuring multiple new technologies both inside and out, the new IGNITE ELEVATE 2 and IGNITE ELEVATE X both feature a new FLOATPLATE midfoot shank for maximum control and stability, full-length IGNITE foam for comfort, and semi-translucent carbon rubber outsole with 100+ traction lugs for traction.

Friday, January 3, 2025

New PXG Collection Brings Tiki Vibes and Aloha Spirit Front and Center

As 2025 kicks off, PXG is excited to unveil its annual Aloha Collection, a vibrant and stylish capsule that infuses the spirit of Hawaii in the game of golf. This exclusive collection, available now, features a nautical navy and white Aloha print, complete with hand-drawn designs of native Hawaiian leaves and flowers, along with a new Darkness Insignia with a tiki twist.

Responding to requests from its loyal customers for an “all-over” Hawaiian-inspired print, the PXG Aloha Collection showcases bold, tropical designs and luxury fabrics and finishes. This limited-edition lineup distills the essence of island life though distinctive hibiscus floral prints applied to meticulously crafted apparel, headwear, and accessories.

Thursday, January 2, 2025

Callaway Announces New Elyte Drivers Woods Irons and Hybrids

The new Callaway Golf release of Elyte drivers, woods, irons and hybrids isn’t merely a new product release. For Callaway the new Elyte line is about breaking through to the next level of equipment performance with no weaknesses.

There’s a lot of exciting, disruptive technology and all-in purpose to this new Elyte lineup. So let’s break it all down category by category.

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

Cobra Puma Signs Max Homa to Multi-Year Deal

COBRA PUMA GOLF, a leader in golf equipment and footwear innovation, is excited to announce the signing of Max Homa to a multi-year contract that will see the California native playing a full bag of Cobra clubs and wearing Puma Golf shoes. Known for his incredible golf swing, fantastic ball striking, fun sense of humor, and notable social media presence, Homa is not only one of the most talented players but also one of the most popular characters in golf, both on and off the course.


“Max is a great talent who is very popular with fans and players alike,” said Dan Ladd, President of COBRA PUMA GOLF. “He demands the highest level of performance from his equipment, and we’ve been excited to introduce him to our new DS-Adapt line of products as well as our ability to develop 3D printed irons precisely for his needs.  Max also has a great personality and is a perfect fit for the COBRA PUMA GOLF family.  We couldn’t be happier to welcome him to the team.”

Monday, December 30, 2024

The New Titleist GT280 Mini Driver Makes Tour Debut

The arrival of the 2025 PGA TOUR season this week in Maui brings with it an addition to Titleist’s breakthrough line of GT metalwoods: the new Titleist GT280.

The introduction of GT280 at Kapalua marks the start of Titleist’s tour validation process for the new mini-driver, providing players the opportunity to game the new model in competition for the first time.

Monday, December 23, 2024

Letters from Santa DAY 12 PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway: Club Champion Iron Fitting and Custom Build of ANY FULL Set of Irons of YOUR Choice

It's always sentimental getting my last letter from Santa before Christmas Eve.  But as usual he made me smile.  Heck even was cranking my tunes at The Pole today.  He's also looking for a new part-time job apparently when Christmas season is over. I'll let Santa tell you all about it in his letter below.

Santa was expecting this one, the last gift for DAY 12 in my PGAPappas 12 Days of Christmas Golf Giveaway.  It's a Kringle tradition and Santa loves everything about it. A Club Champion Iron Fitting and Custom Build of ANY FULL Set of Irons of YOUR Choice!  Santa's also a huge fan of Club Champion (again, see his letter).  And you can read all about my latest CC Iron Fitting in my review here.  It's been a WILD 12 Days.  But it's not over yet baby!!!

Club Champion Iron Fitting Review - Warrensville Heights Ohio Studio

I have a confession to make.  Whenever I'm driving to a Club Champion fitting I'm blasting music from a Sam Spence NFL Films soundtrack on the ride there.  It pumps me up like crazy.  And I do this because while I don't know what the end result of my fitting will be.  I do know Club Champion is going to make the entire experience absolutely awesome.

I was fit for a new set of irons at Club Champion a few months back and it was in fact absolutely awesome.  The reason I mentioned above I knew it would be coming in is because past fittings I've had with them showed me the Club Champion expertise, attention to detail, and thoroughness of fitting is exceptional in every way.  And as it would turn out, this particular iron fitting wound up being even better than I could have imagined.