Chase Johnson captured his second victory in the Cisco Cup Series with a stellar performance of 10-under par across both rounds. Fresh off his recent competition in the John Deere Classic after Monday Qualifying last week, Chase continues to showcase exceptional talent and resilience. Runner-up Everett Whiten Jr. finished at 9-under par for the tournament. A rising star on the APGA Tour, Everett progressed through the Bridgestone APGA Collegiate Ranking Program and is an esteemed Howard University Alumni. Just last month, he won the Bridgestone APGA Collegiate Ranking Invitational. Notable performances also came from APGA Tour veteran Kevin Hall of…
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!
We Love Dustin Johnson and Magellan Jets Does, Too Let’s flash back to September 2021 when Dustin Johnson went 5-0-0 at Whistling Straits to lead the U.S. team to commanding 19-9 Ryder Cup win over its European rivals. For good measure, he won the inaugural Nicklaus-Jacklin Award for the American team, given to the player whose teamwork, sportsmanship, performance and decisions epitomized the spirit of the Ryder Cup. Succinctly, DJ stole Midwest golfers’ hearts, and here he is in the news again: Johnson’s 4Aces GC on the LIV Golf League has formed a partnership with Magellan Jets for the company…
Mid-bounce lob wedge grind is available immediately in 58- and 60-degree models on WedgeWorks CARLSBAD, Calif. (July 9, 2024) – The new Vokey Design WedgeWorks A+ Grind – a mid-bounce lob wedge that produces a smooth, fast feel through the turf – is now available on Vokey.com. The wedge features a wide, contoured sole and is offered in 58- and 60-degree lofts. The A+ Grind is closely related to the Vokey WedgeWorks A Grind. The A Grind was born out of the collaboration between Vokey Tour Representative Aaron Dill and U.S. Open champion Geoff Ogilvy, who was looking for a wedge that moved through firm turf…
BOYNE + top golf destinations from across the region host global golf tourism convention Boyne City, MI—Northern Michigan stamped its mark on the international golf scene when it welcomed the world to the 15th annual North America Golf Tourism Convention, staged by the global golf tourism organization IAGTO. Held at Boyne Mountain Resort, NAC was attended by 280 delegates from 29 countries, making it one of the most internationally diverse tourism events ever to have taken place in a region known as America’s Summer Capital of Golf. Event host BOYNE Golf alone boasts 10 golf courses, which it calls “Michigan’s…
Pinehurst, NC., June 28, 2024 — Golf Pride, an industry leader in innovation and golf performance equipment, has collaborated with Stephen Curry and his UNDERRATED Golf brand on a limited-edition grip kit that exemplifies their shared commitment to making golf more accessible to young athletes in often overlooked communities. Over the past two seasons, UNDERRATED Golf has hosted 10 tournaments throughout the US. In that time, UNDERRATED Golf in partnership with its brand partners who understand the vision, help junior athlete golfers gain access to great courses and create a special and inclusive environment. Purchases of the kit support UNDERRATED Golf and…
The Battlefield Par 3 Golf Course at Shangri-La was awarded the Oklahoma Travel Industry Association’s coveted RedBud Award as the “Best New Attraction in Oklahoma in 2023.” The award was presented to Shangri-La representatives at the OTIA RedBud Award ceremonies at The Oklahoma Tourism Conference in Edmond, OK Tuesday, June 11, 2024. The RedBud Awards represent the highest honor in the tourism industry in Oklahoma. Shangri-La had previously been honored as “Best Lodging in Oklahoma” in 2018 and the resort was named “Best Attraction in Oklahoma” in 2022. The Anchor Activity Park at Shangri-La, which opened in June 2021, was…
New event in Michigan expands and elevates the Midwest stretch DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., June 24, 2024 — The Epson Tour announced today a new tournament coming to the 2025 schedule, the Great Lakes Championship at The Highlands. The inaugural event will be held from June 9-15, 2025, at The Highlands located in Harbor Springs, Mich. “We’re excited to announce the addition of a new event in Michigan next year. The Petoskey Area is well known as a tremendous golf market, and I know our athletes will be excited to visit the community and take on the challenges that The Heather at…
The Resort Will Debut Stunning New Accommodations, Cabaret Lounge, and Additional Property Enhancements This Summer Farmington, Pennsylvania – Celebrated for its exceptional luxury in Pennsylvania’s picturesque Laurel Highlands, the stunning and expansive Nemacolin resort invites guests into the wholly reimagined hotel, The Chateau, known for its Ritz Paris-inspired design, debuting summer 2024, alongside new property revitalizations — Nightcap, PJ’s Ice Cream Parlor, Art Studios, and Kids Club. “As we grow and expand Nemacolin, we are consistently inspired to elevate our accommodations and guest offerings,” said Owner & CEO Maggie Hardy. “Our commitment to our guests and members is unwavering and this…
Three new putter designs feature Roll-Face Technology for enhanced accuracy and roll Henderson, Nevada – TearDrop, one of the game’s most iconic equipment brands, is rolling out a new range of high-performance putters for 2024 featuring the company’s trademark Roll-Face technology – a unique design that helps get the ball rolling more quickly and avoids the skid and bounce that compromise both accuracy and distance control in many other brands. First formed in 1992, TearDrop enjoyed huge success with its putters on the professional tours…
Rising stars of the Korn Ferry Tour return to The Glen Club this summer GLENVIEW, Ill. (June 6, 2024) – The Western Golf Association has launched ticket sales for the 2024 NV5 Invitational presented by Old National Bank, set to be played July 25-28 at The Glen Club in Glenview. Fans can purchase tickets at nv5invitational.com/tickets. Offers include general admission tickets and upgraded experiences in The Trophy Club, an open-air venue and beer garden with unmatched views of the pivotal par-3 17th hole. Families can take advantage of complimentary grounds admissions for kids 15 and under, as well as unique spectator experiences…