Author: Glen Turk

Can’t Wait for the 2018 Golf Season? Neither can we. For most people, the 2017 golf season just ended a few months ago, but we’re already looking forward to the Spring of 2018. We are now offering five unique custom packages that are on sale until 3/31/2018. Wisconsin Grand Tour Package Through March 31st, you can purchase the Grand Tour Package for just $135. The Wisconsin Grand Tour includes unbeatable discounts at 200+ courses in Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. It also includes fantastic member perks like a free subscription to Midwest Golfing Magazine and free tickets to the Greater Madison…

STAMFORD, Conn., January 8, 2018 – Arccos Golf announces that its Arccos Caddie artificial intelligence platform developed in partnership with Microsoft is now Permitted Under the Rules of Golf, according to USGA decision #2017-0754. The ruling confirms that Arccos Caddie can be used in competition whenever a Local Rule is in effect that permits distance measuring devices, such as rangefinders. Players must simply toggle “Tournament Mode” within the Arccos 360 app of which Arccos Caddie is a feature. Golf’s first artificial intelligence platform, Arccos Caddie allows any player to Go Beyond Guesswork and have even more confidence in their club…

CARLSBAD, Calif., January 2, 2018 — Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) announced today that Sergio Garcia, the reigning Masters Champion, has joined its Tour Professional Staff. He will play Callaway woods, irons and wedges, an Odyssey putter and a Callaway Chrome Soft ball. “I’m really excited to switch to Callaway,” said Garcia. “After testing different brands I realized Callaway`s technology and innovation will help me maximize my game and perform to the best of my ability.” Callaway’s Tour Department worked extensively with Garcia to dial in the specs on each of his clubs, from driver to putter, to promote maximum…

The NGCOA recently announced that Cantigny Golf in Wheaton, Ill., has been awarded the Player Development Award by the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA). Cantigny Golf remains at the forefront of player development with their Youth Links (youth-only, 9-hole golf course) as well as robust programming, including youth clinics that reached more than 1,500 young golfers in 2017 and Young Executive Program that introduces golf to millennials and has accounted for more than 700 rounds since starting in 2016. Cantigny Golf is also a leading participant in KemperSports annual #PDWeek celebration in which KemperSports properties from across the country…

Mistwood and McQ’s CGP and CAP programs making a major impact on Chicago area junior golfers Romeoville, IL – The golf industry – with help from programs like PGA Junior League, TGA Premier Golf, Youth on Course, Drive, Chip and Putt, and First Tee – is in its best position in decades in regard to growing the game and increasing youth participation. Mistwood Golf Club and McQ’s Golf Dome in Chicago are fully engaged with the youth movement through their Competitive Golfer Program (CGP) and Committed Athlete Program (CAP). Both year-round programs aim to grow the competitive junior player. The…

The Ben Hogan Golf Company is running a creative 12 days of Christmas promotion where something different from their line will be on sale every day leading up to Christmas Day. For all the great details, visit https://benhogangolf.com/collections/12-days-of-savings?mc_cid=aab3e8cefd&mc_eid=990dd5882a

Wilson Golf announces two new sets of C300 irons, both designed to deliver greater distance and superior feel. Wilson Labs, the innovation hub at Wilson Sporting Goods, Co., engineered these irons for the crossover (C) player whom Wilson defines as a mid-to-high handicap player seeking distance and accuracy, but in a more playable, midsize offering. For accuracy and power, both C300 iron sets feature Wilson Staff’s revolutionary Power Hole™ technology. These urethane-filled through-holes strategically positioned around the face minimize contact between the body and face while providing maximum flex and an expanded sweet spot. “We are extremely excited to introduce…

Willowbrook, IL — Club Champion, the country’s #1 premium golf club fitting and building company, announces the opening of its new Cleveland fitting studio in Warrensville Heights, Ohio at 4069 Richmond Road. The store opened today December 14th, 2017. Club Champion fits, sells, and builds custom golf clubs constructed from clubheads, shafts, and grips from the best brands in golf including Callaway, TaylorMade, Ping, Titleist, PXG, Fujikura, Golf Pride and many more. The company delivers a Tour-quality fitting that produces longer, more accurate shots, with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate for golfers of any caliber. The new location features approximately…

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Dec. 13, 2017 – KemperSports announced today that Sand Valley, the first course at Sand Valley Golf Resort, recently received “Best New” honors from GOLF Magazine and Golf Digest. Sand Valley was honored by GOLF Magazine as their “Best New You Can Play” course while being honored by Golf Digest as the “Best New” course of 2017. According to Golf Digest Architecture editor Ron Whitten, “The visual impact of the stunning Sand Valley course at Sand Valley Golf Resort is immediate and gasp-inducing. It begins with the opening tee shot, off a high sand dune dubbed The Volcano,…

We all know that Jordan Spieth is a trendsetter, but he might be credited with creating a whole new product line. The makers of Golf Gum credit Spieth for the creation of their product after seeing him chew gum while winning this year’s British Open. Please see their press release below for more exciting information on the launch! DENVER, CO., December 12, 2017 – Apollo Gum Company, the Denver-based producers of Apollo Energy Gum, today announced the launch of Golf Gum, the perfect energy source for people who choose only the best for their body, mind, and golf game. Just…