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Are you a mid- or high-handicapper golfer who thinks you need to improve significantly before getting custom-fitted clubs or gear? Think again! Custom clubs and shafts built for your current game can make a huge difference, just like tools such as launch monitors. These data points, like swing speed, ball speed, and spin rate, are crucial for players of all levels and can help inform your game, from selecting the right clubs to choosing the best ball. FlightScope products are now available at Fairway Jockey for a significant discount, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to upgrade your gear.…

Improving your putting performance can significantly lower your scores on the golf course. Lag putting, in particular, is an area where many golfers struggle, leading to unnecessary strokes around the green. By focusing on distance control and green-reading on long putts, you can set yourself up for shorter and more makable comebackers, ultimately resulting in lower scores over time. Establishing a routine for reading each putt is essential, and GOLF Top 100 Teacher Trillium Rose offers a three-step method to help you approach your lag putts with confidence. According to Rose, the first step is to stand behind the ball…

Fall is the best season of the year to get out on the golf course, with leaves changing colors and temperatures dropping. To make sure you have everything you need for this fall season, we have put together a list of some of our favorite golf vests for fall 2024. From casual vests to classic looks, we have included a variety of options from top brands such as Peter Millar, Holderness & Bourne, Sun Day Red, and more. So, let’s dive into the best golf vests to keep you warm and stylish on the course this fall. Holderness & Bourne’s…

The 2024 TaylorMade P770 irons are gaining popularity for their forgiveness, ball speed, and control. Designed for golfers looking to transition into players irons, these irons offer a sleek and refined shape that defies conventional thinking about forgiveness in this category. The P770 irons are visually appealing, with a clean back design and a thin top line that exudes confidence at address. Compared to the P7CB, the P770 is slightly larger with a thicker top line and longer blade. The sole of the P770 is also thicker, providing additional forgiveness throughout the set. The irons offer a solid forged feel…

Frankie Capan III is currently leading the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship on the Korn Ferry Tour by one shot heading into the final round. Despite not yet securing a win this season, he has already clinched his PGA Tour card as he sits 15th on the Tour’s points list. Capan’s game has been exceptional this week, with impressive stats such as missing only nine greens through 54 holes and being tied for fourth with 14 birdies at the Ohio State University Golf Club Scarlet course. One of the key factors contributing to Capan’s strong performance this week is his driving.…

Caddies for top Tour pros play valuable roles and are paid accordingly. Some 50 years ago, long before he worked for the likes of Curtis Strange, Greg Norman, and Payne Stewart, Mike Hicks landed his first job as a caddie, carrying for a local pastor at his hometown club in North Carolina. Hicks was 12, and his pay was $5 per loop. In those days, caddying barely counted as a viable career and was mainly looked at as a temporary job. However, Hicks’ perspective changed in 1980 when he joined the Tour as a caddie, and there was no looking…

Jeeno Thitikul currently holds a two-shot lead after 54 holes of the LPGA’s 2024 Kroger Queen City Championship. However, her closest competitor is none other than Lydia Ko, the newest member of the league’s Hall of Fame. Ko, who recently won the AIG Women’s British Open, shot a third-round 3-under 69 at TPC River’s Bend in Maineville, Ohio, putting her just two strokes behind Thitikul’s lead. Despite starting her day with a bogey, Ko managed to turn things around and make the turn at even-par. She then went on to add birdies on the back nine, securing her spot in…

Fred Couples, the legendary golfer known for his booming drives, has accepted the reality of aging on the golf course. At 64 years old, Couples now carries a bag filled with hybrids, a far cry from the days when he was known for his long irons. Despite the changes in his game, Couples maintains his youthful spirit and easygoing personality. During a recent round at Pebble Beach, Couples was seen jokingly discussing his club selection with his caddie, showcasing his ability to laugh at himself and embrace his new equipment. Couples, a former World No. 1 and winner of the…