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Barstool’s Trent Ryan recently participated in the 2025 Creator Classic, an event organized by the PGA Tour featuring social media influencers. The event took place on a Stadium Course set up to PGA Tour-level specifications, providing a unique opportunity to see how an average recreational player would fare in a professional environment. Of the 10 participants, Ryan stood out as the Everyman representative with a reported handicap of 17, showcasing what an “average” player could expect to shoot on such a challenging course. During his round at the Creator Classic, Ryan struggled with accuracy off the tee, failing to hit…

The 2025 Players Championship is in full swing at TPC Sawgrass’ Stadium Course, with the second round kicking off on Friday. One of the most anticipated groups of the tournament features the world’s top three players according to the Official World Golf Ranking – Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Xander Schauffele. These talented golfers will be closely watched as they battle for the $4.5 million winner’s check. The trio started on the front nine on Thursday afternoon and will switch to the morning wave for round two, teeing off on the back nine at 8:24 a.m. ET. Fans can catch…

Legendary golfer Lee Trevino recently shared his thoughts on the ongoing split in men’s professional golf during a segment on Golf Channel. Trevino, a six-time major winner, spoke candidly about the PGA Tour-LIV Golf divide that has been a hot topic in the golf world for nearly three years. He praised PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan for his resilience and leadership during this challenging time, comparing him to someone he would want in his foxhole. Trevino also reflected on a previous split in golf history and expressed relief that it was eventually resolved. Trevino highlighted the current positive state of…

The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass kicked off with a bang as the Rogers Report covered all the pre-tournament activities. The day started bright and early with a press conference featuring Rory McIlroy, followed by a visit to the first timers’ day to meet with the rookies of the championship. The author then explored the practice areas before walking the back nine at TPC Sawgrass. The day continued with following Shane Lowry and Rory McIlroy’s practice round on the front 9 and attending the Creator Classic event. The day wrapped up after 12-plus hours at the course, with the author…

The University of Texas men’s golf team, led by 20-year-old junior Luke Potter, claimed victory at The Hayt Collegiate Tournament, a prestigious 54-hole stroke-play event held at Sawgrass Country Club in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. Potter, with an impressive pedigree that includes multiple amateur titles, transferred to Texas from Arizona State to elevate his game. His standout performance at the tournament, where he finished double digits under par and won the individual title, solidified his place as a rising star in collegiate golf. The team celebrated their victory with notable alumni, including four-time major winner Jordan Spieth, who offered his…

Titleist Players 4 Carbon stand bag is a super lightweight option in the golf bag market, weighing just 1.4 kg. This makes it one of the best lightweight options for carrying a full set of 14 clubs and accessories. The bag is made of polyester materials that increase durability by one-third while keeping the overall build incredibly lightweight. The carbon fiber legs also contribute to the lightweight build and durability of the bag. The extended hip pad and comfortable straps make it one of the most pleasant carrying experiences on the course. The storage options in the Titleist Players 4…

The hanging tree on hole 6 at TPC Sawgrass is an element of Pete Dye’s original design that was added to challenge players to make different club choices off the tee. The tree, a visual hazard that replicates a previous tree that was removed due to safety concerns, was craned in by the Tour to honor Dye’s design philosophy of visual deception. Pete Dye, the course architect who designed TPC Sawgrass 45 years ago, was known for creating courses that required specific shot-making skills from players, and the hanging tree on the 6th tee is a nod to that design…

TPC Sawgrass, the host of this year’s Players Championship, has undergone significant changes to make the course more challenging for the golfers. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler noted that there have been adjustments made to the course, including lengthening some holes on the back nine. The course has been expanded by 77 yards, with new tournament tee boxes on three par-5 holes, making it one of the longer courses on the PGA Tour. Working with two-time Players winner Davis Love III, the changes were made to enhance the playing experience for the golfers. The biggest change at TPC Sawgrass is…