Eight playing venues in the SW Missouri Ozarks destination recognized for their excellence by national media (BRANSON, MISSOURI – February 23, 2026) – Branson Golf continues its ascent as a top destination in America by traveling players and media, a fact illuminated by the plethora of honors that member courses continue to earn. The latest accolades include a Top 10 U.S. ranking for the championship course at Branson Hills Golf Club and all three Big Cedar Resort par-3 short courses rated among the Top 12 nationally in that category (Cliffhangers, Mountain Top, Top of the Rock). With four other 18-hole…
Author: Glen Turk
Glen Turk
Glen Turk is a Wisconsin native who has been the Senior Writer/Editor of Midwest Golfing Magazine since 2006. Besides being an avid golfer, Glen enjoys traveling, music, and cheering on the finest professional sports team of all-time, the Green Bay Packers. Glen’s ultimate golf goal is to play in all fifty states and currently he is more than half way there. His other dream, albeit far-fetched, it to record an ace in all seven states of our distribution area. Thanks to an ace in Illinois in 2015, and one in Michigan in 2016, he has three down, four to go!
Along with a new memorabilia line, the two-time major winner’s Young Guns card leads the checklist for the 2026 release of the Upper Deck Golf trading card set Carlsbad, CA (Feb. 17, 2026) – Upper Deck, the worldwide leader in sports and entertainment collectibles, is expanding its commitment to golf by announcing that top talent Nelly Korda has joined the Upper Deck roster as an exclusive athlete. She joins an already impressive roster led by Tiger Woods, and including Collin Morikawa, Rose Zhang, and Lydia Ko. As the company celebrates 25 years of producing high-quality and innovative golf collectibles, collectors…
Versatile quarter-zip, crewneck, and overshirt join the lineup with comfort, mobility, and modern on- and off-course styling. TACOMA, WASHINGTON – TRUE linkswear (TRUE), creator of ultra-comfortable modern golf footwear designed for walking on and off the course, announces three new additions to the Future Staples (FS) apparel collection; Quarter Zip, Crewneck, and Overshirt. The Future Staples collection is a core division of the TRUE portfolio, featuring footwear and apparel designed through “selfish innovation” for golfers who demand performance, versatility, and comfort in every condition. Each garment is crafted from a premium blend of materials designed to handle early-morning drizzle and stay…
Reimagined with direct input from Tour professionals, the iconic Pro/SL golf shoe returns with a bold new design and unmatched performance. Featuring ultra lightweight comfort with improved connectivity to the ground, the all-new Pro/SL is spikeless innovation at its finest. “We don’t just make changes to make changes, especially with a category like Pro/SL that’s been a global success for over 10 years,” said Patrick Trubiano, Director of Product Management, FJ Footwear. “This version of Pro/SL was designed from the ground up with Tour-player input to deliver the best possible golf performance in an athletic, spikeless package.” Z-TEC Performance At the heart…
MyGolfConcierge is redefining golf tourism by offering customized itineraries that blend world-class golf with Europe’s most refined cultural, culinary, and historical experiences. Unlike traditional golf packages that focus solely on playing golf, MyGolfConcierge curates personalized travel experiences that appeal to both passionate golfers and their companions. The itineraries combine golf at premier courses with cultural activities, fine dining, spa experiences, and sightseeing. “While destinations like Myrtle Beach or Bandon Dunes cater to the die-hard golfer, MyGolfConcierge is for travelers who want something more,” says Guertler. “If you’re looking for an unparalleled blend of golf, history, cuisine, and scenic beauty, the…
Jay’s Tee Box The game of golf could not be in a better place and Midwest Golfing Magazine is honored to promote its continual ascent throughout our 12-state distribution area for our 24th year! Our Golf Show Issue begins with a cover feature on BOYNE Golf, which now consists of 11 courses over three dynamic resorts all within 30 minutes of Petoskey, Michigan. Their world-famous Bay Harbor Golf Club might get the most national recognition, but as Editor-in-Chief Glen Turk reports, each course and resort at Boyne offers an elevated experience for all that traverse to Northern Michigan. Roughly…
Upper Deck Golf leads releases featuring Tiger Woods rookie card buyback Carlsbad, CA (February 5, 2026) – Upper Deck, the worldwide leader in sports and entertainment collectibles, is continuing a 25-year tradition of setting the standard with industry-leading golf collectibles with a 2026 lineup that highlights a diverse style of trading cards, applying a variety of its historic brands and featuring leaders in the sport of golf. To mark the 25th Anniversary of Upper Deck Golf, this year’s set pays homage to its very first release in 2001, which featured a star-studded checklist headlined by Upper Deck Exclusive Spokesperson Tiger Woods and his rookie…
Edinburgh, Scotland, UK – After their busiest PGA Show ever, Shot Scope, an industry leader in performance-driven golf technology, traveled back to the Home of Golf with unprecedented momentum. Retail orders and media attention surrounding the LM1 Launch Monitor and H50 GPS Handheld exceeded forecasts, reinforcing Shot Scope’s position at the forefront of golf technology. The main attraction at the Shot Scope booth was undoubtedly the LM1 Launch Monitor. LM1 is designed to be portable, easy to use, and to deliver accurate digestible data to golfers without overcomplicating the game. At just $199.99 MSRP, with no additional costs or subscription fees, it…
Top rated courses, food, faith, family, and flag-themed activities beckon (BRANSON, MISSOURI – January 29, 2026) – There are few golf destinations in the U.S. as patriotic and family friendly as Branson, an award-winning vacation sweet spot that is known for its lively entertainment theatres, scenic beauty, family friendly attractions, and its 10 golf courses (with an 11th currently being constructed). Branson is ideally suited for families and proud Americans thanks to the array of vacation options and themed events to choose from. Here are some popular things to do in Branson this year: Extraordinary, Acclaimed Golf: Play some of…
Golf World and Golfweek bestow distinction on the luxury venue’s golf resort amenities (St. James, Barbados; January 28, 2026) – Golfweek ranks the 18-hole championship layout at Apes Hill Barbados No. 7 in its newly published “Top 50 Courses in Mexico, Caribbean, Atlantic islands, Central America” list. Further, Golf World best-of-rating judges voted Apes Hill into its “Top 100 World Resorts” compilation. To ascertain the best golf courses in its list, hundreds of Golfweek course-rating members continually evaluate courses and rate them based on 10 criteria. They also file a single, overall rating on each course. Those overall ratings on…