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The 2025 Texas Children’s Houston Open is heating up on Saturday with the third round at Memorial Park. Here’s everything you need to know to watch the tournament, including TV coverage, streaming info, and round 3 tee times. Play was suspended on Friday due to darkness with many players still on the course. Players will resume their second rounds at 8:30 a.m. ET on Saturday to determine the cut before the third round begins. Tee times for round 3 are expected to fall between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. ET, with players teeing off in threesomes using split tees. World…

Gabby Barker, the first female Native American pro golfer, missed her tee time at the Ladies European Tour Q-School in Morocco due to oversleeping, despite working hard to perform well. This missed opportunity was devastating for Barker, but she reflects on it as a learning experience that has helped her grow and overcome challenges in both golf and life. Her journey serves as a comeback story and a source of motivation for others facing setbacks. The DLF Golf and Country Club in New Delhi, India, hosted the DP World Tour’s Hero Indian Open, where the difficulty of the course was…

Scottie Scheffler, currently ranked as the world’s number one golfer, took the lead at the Houston Open by matching the course record on Friday. Despite a frustrating start to the 2025 season due to a hand injury sustained over the holidays, Scheffler is showing signs of returning to form just in time for the upcoming major tournaments. In five tournaments this year, he has only posted two top-10 finishes, a far cry from his previous success. However, with the Masters on the horizon, where he is the defending champion, Scheffler’s recent performance is a positive sign for his fans and…

The GHIN app, short for the Golf Handicap and Information Network, is a platform that was established in 1980 to provide golfers with an official handicap software provider. The app has evolved over the years and is now a popular tool for golfers to manage their Handicap Index, post scores, keep score in-round, and access advanced features like GPS and putt maps. Additionally, GHIN is used by association and golf club administrators to manage golfer information and communicate with players. With the increasing popularity of the GHIN app, the USGA is investing in new functions to further enhance the user…

Harnessing the power of the ground in your golf swing can significantly improve your game by producing more efficient and powerful strikes. Ground reaction force is a key element in creating power in the golf swing, as it allows you to transfer energy from your lower body to your hands and club. By applying force to the ground and having it push back with equal force, you can deliver more energy to the clubhead and generate longer drives. Learning how to properly apply pressure in your swing is crucial for adding distance to your shots, and there are training aids…

The debate between stock shafts and aftermarket shafts has long been a source of confusion and frustration for many golfers. While stock shafts are the budget-friendly option provided by club manufacturers, they often lack the same quality control and materials found in aftermarket shafts. On the other hand, aftermarket shafts offer a wider array of weights, flex options, and bend profiles, making them the preferred choice for players looking for performance-driven options. For players who swing the club with above-average speed or describe themselves as “feel players,” aftermarket shafts are a worthwhile investment. These shafts incorporate the latest materials and…

Many golfers strive to find the perfect bag setup that maximizes their performance on the course. Total Driving Efficiency (TDE) is a statistic found on PGATour.com that measures how well a player’s driver setup harmonizes with their game. TDE is calculated using two key metrics: Carry Efficiency and Distance Efficiency, which are ratios of a player’s average distance and swing speed. This statistic speaks to the perfect fit of a golf club for a particular player, going beyond popular Tour stats like carry distance and ball speed to show how well a player’s driver performs. Total Driving Efficiency matters because…

Professional golfers have access to an extensive range of gear, with club fitting playing a key role in their equipment choices. Charles Howell III, a longtime professional golfer, explained that testing gear involves hitting, guessing, and trying out different options to see what works best. While club fitting has significantly improved over the years, Howell has stuck with the True Temper Dynamic Golf X100 iron shaft throughout his career. He attributes his loyalty to this shaft to the reputation of True Temper and the success of Tiger Woods, who also used it. However, the decision-making process behind choosing the right…