Quad Cities, IL/IA (April 27, 2026) – Visit Quad Cities will host the 2026 NJCAA Division I Women’s Golf Championship, bringing the prestigious collegiate championship to the region. This will be the first time that the NJCAA has hosted a Division I championship in the Quad Cities. The championship will take place May 11-14, 2026, at Oakwood Country Club in Coal Valley, a course known for hosting PGA Tour events from 1975 to 1999. The tournament will feature four rounds of competitive stroke play, crowning both team and individual national champions. “We are excited to take our Division I Women’s…
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!
The Quarry will open on May 1; Play slated to begin on The Legend eight days later (BIWABIK, Minn.) – Giants Ridge – Minnesota’s premier all-seasons recreation area set in the rugged beauty of the Mesabi Iron Range – announces the reopening of its top-rated golf courses, The Quarry and The Legend, for the 2026 season. The Quarry will open for play on May 1, while play will commence on its older sibling, The Legend, on May 9. Tee times are currently being accepted for both courses, and can be reserved by calling 218-865-8030. A convenient three-hour drive from the…
Petoskey, Michigan (April 28, 2026) — BOYNE Golf, one of North America’s largest golf resort destinations, has named T.R. Hollis its new Director of Golf Sales and Marketing. Hollis will oversee strategic sales and marketing initiatives across the leading golf destinations collection of 11 nationally recognized golf courses and three hotel properties, including the Inn at Bay Harbor, The Highlands, and Boyne Mountain Resort. Hollis, who officially begins his new role on May 15, will develop strategies to expand BOYNE Golf’s reach among core and emerging golf audiences and maximize revenue performance through destination golf marketing, group golf and package…
New models deliver improved durability, consistency, and premium performance at $34.99 per dozen New Bedford, MA — Snell Golf (www.snellgolf.com) has announced the upcoming release of two new urethane golf ball models, the PR3 and PR4—short for Performance Refined—representing the next evolution of the company’s performance-focused lineup. The new models build upon the foundation of previous offerings with improvements in materials, manufacturing processes, and consistency. Developed for golfers seeking premium performance at a better value, both models were engineered with a focus on improved durability and tighter production tolerances, resulting in more consistent performance from ball to ball. “The goal…
Tucked along the rugged southern coast of Oregon, a trip to Bandon Dunes is as much about the journey as it is the golf—and that’s where Connoisseurs Golf Transportation comes in. Specializing in seamless, stress-free travel to one of the game’s most remote bucket-list destinations, the company has built a reputation for reliability, comfort, and service tailored specifically to golf groups. In this Q&A, we explore how Connoisseurs elevates the travel experience from the moment you land to the final ride home, ensuring every detail is handled so guests can focus on what matters most: the golf. 1. For golfers…
HARRIS, Mich. (April 22, 2026) — Island Resort & Casino, one of the Midwest’s premier golf destinations, announces that the new Cedar Course (Kishki), a nine-hole layout, is set to open for preview play in July 2026, with a full opening slated for 2027. The Cedar Course becomes the third course at the Upper Peninsula resort, joining the acclaimed Sweetgrass and Sage Run layouts. Designed by golf course architect Paul Albanese, the Cedar Course is rooted in the principles of Golden Age golf architecture, blending strategic design with a natural, land-driven routing. Built across less rugged terrain adjacent to Sage Run, the…
Expanded access through PGA TOUR Superstore’s leading retail experience makes it easier for more golfers to discover PXG club technology and get properly fit. ATLANTA, GA and SCOTTSDALE, AZ [April 20, 2026] – PXG, a global leader in golf research and development, and PGA TOUR Superstore, the country’s premier golf retailer, today announced the launch of PXG’s high-performance equipment in select locations and online at pgatoursuperstore.com. This initial rollout marks the beginning of a nationwide expansion that significantly increases access to PXG’s acclaimed custom-fit clubs through a major national golf retailer in the United States. It also reflects the evolution…
ROCHESTER HILLS – Award-winning golf course architect Raymond Hearn, ASGCA, has been selected by Oakland University Golf and Learning Center to create a long-range Master Plan for its highly regarded original Katke-Cousins course. “I am thrilled to have been selected by Oakland University to create a Master Plan for their outstanding course,” said Hearn, founder and president of Michigan-based Raymond Hearn Golf Course Designs Inc. “The Master Plan will focus significantly on their bunkers. My aim is to increase each hole’s strategy, shot value, playability and beauty while also addressing all maintenance considerations.” Nick Pumford, General Manager and Associate Athletic…
LANSING, Mich. (April 21, 2026) – The State of Michigan, widely regarded as America’s Summer Golf Capital with more than 650 top courses and award-winning resorts, has had five of the state’s top golf properties and destinations awarded among USA Today’s 10BEST Golf Destinations, 10BEST Golf Resorts, and 10BEST Public Golf Courses in the country. The annual 10BEST Awards highlight the finest experiences across the country, with nominees selected by a panel of industry experts and editors, then voted on by the public. “Michigan continues to be recognized as a top-tier golf destination in the U.S.,” said Kelly Wolgamott, Vice President of…
As the weather warms up across the nation, golf season is officially underway. Every golfer knows that while performance matters, style on the greens is just as important. With approximately 48.1 million Americans playing golf last year (a record high), the demand for golf accessories has never been greater. Par Bleu Golf Towels ($29) seamlessly blend function and style. These premium towels, designed for all golfers, clean clubs impeccably while elevating the look of any golf bag. From classic and preppy to colorful and elegant, the collection offers something for every enthusiast. The Floral Collection – Spring must-haves and Mother’s Day gifts…