Jay’s Tee Box Wow, where did this year go? It feels like yesterday I was putting my snowblower away to trade garage space with my lawnmower. The great news is that snow is still a few months away, and even when the white stuff comes down, we’ve got some great warm weather destination options for Midwesterners to enjoy. We begin our Fall Issue with our cover destination of Branson, Missouri, and the Southwest Ozarks – where golf can be played 12 months a year, just maybe not every day of those 12 months. This is where you will find…
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!
New design, sole configuration, comfort features elevate popular TRUE Original platform Tacoma, Washington – TRUE linkswear (TRUE), creator of ultra-comfortable, modern golf footwear designed for walking on and off the course, is excited to announce the debut of its new OG Cush golf shoe. This release marks the first-ever redesign of the brand’s original, and highly popular, zero drop, wide toe box model in a modern style with more cushion for a comfortable barefoot walking experience. TRUE has always been known for its unique approach to natural footwear incorporating zero drop and wide toe box technology; the new OG Cush brings serious innovation, comfort,…
San Juan, Puerto Rico; August 22, 2024 – More than half of American travelers are expected to take a vacation during late summer and early fall, with nearly record levels of willingness to spend (source: Future Partners “State of the American Traveler”). At the same time, visitors are looking for deals, and indicated their preference for travel ease. Puerto Rico meshes well with this timing and visitor preferences. It is a bilingual U.S. territory requiring no passport and is in the Island’s off-season when golf and lodging prices are below peak season. For golf enthusiasts, Puerto Rico stands out as…
Stunning Muscle Back Iron Delivers Power-Packed Performance at a Great Price Skilled golfers looking for some extra yardage in their iron game, to go with accuracy and forgiveness, should look no further than Ram Golf’s new Axial Forged Irons, which promise enhanced distance throughout the set courtesy of its power-packed design and use of high-quality materials. While some traditional players’ irons sacrifice some distance in the pursuit of all-important feel and precision, Ram Golf’s Axial Forged Irons offer the best of all worlds, with its clean and compact muscle back head combining with its enlarged sweet spot to create a…
LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Aug. 26, 2024) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that daily tickets are now available for the 80th U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally at Erin Hills from May 26-June 1, 2025. Starting at $25, various daily and weekly ticket offerings plus exclusive and upgraded packages are now on sale, including Gallery, Trophy Club and The Lodge. Juniors aged 17 and under can request a complimentary gallery ticket for any day of the event at the Ticket Office with a ticketed or credentialed adult. “We are excited to bring the U.S. Women’s Open to…
Apes Hill Barbados, a luxurious golf resort and community, offers an unparalleled lifestyle that seamlessly blends world-class amenities with the island’s natural beauty. The resort’s 18-hole championship golf course, designed by renowned golf architect Ron Kirby, recently debuted at No. 72 on Golfweek’s 2024 “Top 100 International Courses” list. This prestigious recognition affirms Apes Hill’s commitment to providing an exceptional experience for both residents and visitors. Golf enthusiasts at Apes Hill are treated to a course that not only challenges their skills but also offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean. Perched 1,000 feet above sea level…
Public can play where the PGA TOUR and LPGA Tour’s best play, and reservations for Golf Stay & Play packages are now being accepted ahead of Black Desert’s October 16 opening to hotel guests Recently named the number one public-access golf course in Utah and one of the top resort courses in the United States, Black Desert Resort offers the world-class experience and amenities typically expected from a private club, all with the accessibility of a daily-fee course. Golfers can now reserve tee times up to 60 days in advance at www.blackdesertresort.com, with priority access available to property owners and resort guests.…
Famed Wisconsin course to continue tradition of hosting historic golf events through amateur championships LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Aug. 13, 2024) — Whistling Straits, in Kohler, Wis., has been chosen by the USGA as the host site for three future USGA championships, beginning with the 2028 U.S. Amateur. The 2033 U.S. Junior Amateur and 2037 U.S. Girls’ Junior will also be conducted on the iconic links-style Wisconsin courses. “The USGA is excited to reignite our commitment with Kohler, and look forward to a long and fulfilling relationship,” said Mark Hill, USGA managing director, Championships. “Whistling Straits is renowned for its performance on an international stage, and we know it…
One of the largest family-owned golf resorts in the country has been building a legacy for more than 60 years A wildly popular Southwestern Michigan golf destination came about because of one man’s vision. A superintendent at nearby Gull Lake Country Club in Richland, Michigan, for 25 years, Darl Scott decided to tap into his entrepreneurial spirit in the early 1960s. He and his wife, who already owned and operated a nearby motel, set out to build the Gull Lake View West golf course in 1962 on adjacent land. Little did the couple know that the small motel and golf course business…
Farmington, Pennsylvania – Nemacolin, Pennsylvania’s premier luxury golf resort destination, has been named among Golf Digest’s “50 Best Golf Destinations for Women.” The Golf Digest editorial team polled its female teachers and course-ranking panelists to vote on the best American golf resorts they would recommend to other women. The team thoroughly researched and vetted the results, to compile a list of the 50 Best Golf Destinations for Women. “As more women join the game — 800,000 from 2019 to 2023, according to the National Golf Foundation — more realize one of the greatest experiences for any golfer is gathering your friends and taking your collective…