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Playing golf in the northern parts of the United States during the winter can be a challenge for many golfers. However, college golfers at Michigan have a facility that allows them to continue practicing and improving their game all year round. The Weisfeld Family Golf Center, located on the University of Michigan Golf Course, opened in 2011 at a cost of $2.5 million, and has continued to evolve and improve since then. This state-of-the-art facility features two Trackman stations, a pair of GF Quad stations, and the SAM Putt Lab, providing college golfers with the latest technology to enhance their…

Lydia Ko returned to the LPGA this week with a kind gesture of hospitality towards her fellow players and staff, treating them to a Korean-style barbecue dinner near the BMW Ladies Championship’s official hotel in South Korea. Among those in attendance were Rose Zhang, Jeeno Thitikul, Lauren Coughlin, Megan Khang, Hinako Shibuno, and Celine Boutier. Chella Choi, who started this tradition as a thank you to LPGA staff almost 15 years ago, was also part of the gathering. Ranked No. 3 in the world, Ko has an impressive record at the BMW over the past three seasons, with a combined…

The 2024 Shriners Children’s Open at TPC Summerlin in Las Vegas is the next event of the PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup Fall. The defending champion, Tom Kim, is aiming for a hat-trick victory in this tournament. Kim will be competing against other talented golfers such as Beau Hossler, Stephan Jaeger, Maverick McNealy, Rickie Fowler, and Adam Hadwin. Despite not playing a Tour event since the FedEx St. Jude Championship, Kim is still considered the heavy favorite to win at 12/1 odds. The total purse for the Shriners Children’s Open is set at $7 million, with $1.26 million going to the…

Tom Kim is aiming to make history by becoming the first player on the PGA Tour to win the same tournament three straight times since 2011. After winning the Shriners Children’s Open for the first time, Kim celebrated with a piece of white chocolate. Last year, when he repeated as champion, he enjoyed the sweet taste of victory once again. At just 22 years old, Kim has already become the youngest three-time winner on Tour since Tiger Woods. Another player to watch is Maverick McNealy, who is looking to secure his first victory on the Tour close to his home.…

Stix Golf, founded by Gabe Coyne, is a golf equipment company that focuses on creating high-quality clubs at a modest price point. Coyne’s background in graphic and web design led him to develop a keen eye for design, which he brought to the golf industry with Stix Golf. The company’s minimalist designs and top-notch engineering have earned them recognition, including a Red Dot Award in 2022. Stix has found success in filling a gap in the market for clubs that appeal to both beginners and avid golfers, creating a loyal customer base. Stix Golf’s latest collaboration with Nicklaus Brands, called…

Andrew “Beef” Johnston made a triumphant return to the pro golf scene in 2024, captivating fans with his charm and skill on the course. Following a few years of setbacks, Beef climbed back into the top 100 in the Race to Dubai rankings and delivered one of his best performances at the Omega European Masters where he finished in solo third place. This resurgence has reignited interest in the English golfer, leading to a recent interview with the DP World Tour where Beef shared a hilarious encounter with golf legend John Daly. During the interview, Johnston recounted a wild night…

One of the most unique golf course openings of 2024 is the Crossroads at Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton, South Carolina. Designed by the innovative King-Collins Golf Course Design firm, the course offers a nine-hole layout that is both challenging and exciting. Tad King and Rob Collins, the architects and co-owners of the renowned Sweetens Cove in Tennessee, have once again showcased their talent with Crossroads. The Crossroads course, situated on 54 acres of rolling dunes and an inland waterway, offers a mix of par 3s, 4s, and 5s in a reversible layout. Known as The Hammer and The Press, the…

Fall is the perfect time to hit the golf course, but it also means cooler weather and the need for proper apparel to stay warm and comfortable during your rounds. Tiger Woods’ Sun Day Red has released its outerwear collection designed to keep you warm and dry when the temperatures drop and rain starts to fall. The collection features innovative kit technology that provides plenty of stretch and a more tailored fit so you can move freely without any bulky restrictions, perfect for lining up those important putts. The Sun Day Red outerwear collection includes a variety of pieces to…