Top Golf Stories of 2025: Staff Favorites from MyGolfSpy

As we approach the end of 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on some of the most intriguing and entertaining golf articles we’ve published this year. Our team at MyGolfSpy is incredibly passionate about golf, and we’re thankful to our readers for sharing this journey with us. This week, I invited our staff to nominate their favorite articles authored by their colleagues. If you haven’t read these gems yet, now is the ideal time to catch up.

1. USGA Golf Ball Buyback

April Fool’s Day brought us a hilarious and inventive piece—our USGA Golf Ball Buyback article. Written by the talented John Barba, this article was packed with humor and cleverly crafted jokes, making it a standout favorite of the year.

2. The End of An Era in Putter Design

Our CEO made a rare appearance this year, contributing an insightful article on the zero-torque craze in putter design. This piece left a significant impact on our mission to help golfers find joy in the game, making it an essential read.

3. 5 Ways Golf is Stuck in the Past

Advocating for a more welcoming approach to golf, this article critiques how the sport remains entrenched in tradition. Written by one of our most polarizing staff members, it encapsulates MyGolfSpy’s outlook and vision for the future of golf.

4. The Change in Golf No One Saw Coming

While MyGolfSpy typically focuses on a male audience, we acknowledge the significant changes in women’s golf apparel. Bennett, our Head of Social, expertly highlights this shift through compelling analysis.

5. 5 Golf Habits That Should be Against the Rules

We believe in welcoming newcomers to the sport while simultaneously honoring rules and etiquette. This article outlines five common habits, such as failing to rake bunkers, that we aim to eliminate for a better golf experience.

6. The Most Hated Golfers of All Time

Our resident provocateur returned with a thought-provoking examination of the most disliked golfers in history. Sean’s articles are always guaranteed to spark lively discussions among readers.

7. History’s Mysteries: Golf City, Inc. v. Wilson Sporting Goods

John Barba, our go-to expert on golf history, delves into a fascinating 50-year-old court case that has shaped the modern golf retail landscape. His series "History’s Mysteries" continues to engage and educate our audience.

8. I Was a Non-Believer, But After Robot Testing Golf Balls, I’ve Seen the Light

This eye-opening article reveals the substantial impact golf balls have on performance. Extensive testing confirms that the right golf ball is often the most undervalued piece of equipment in a golfer’s bag.

Honorable Mention: Chrome Tour Cats

Tony Covey pushed the boundaries of golf writing with a lighthearted article focused on golf balls featuring pictures of cats. This quirky piece has stirred plenty of reactions, making it a must-read.

What Did We Miss?

What was your favorite article from MyGolfSpy this year? We’d love to hear your thoughts—drop us a line and let us know!

As we continue to celebrate golf in all its forms, your feedback is invaluable in shaping our content. Thank you for being part of our community!