The International Network of Golf‘s 16th Industry Honors Presentation will crown 12 winners at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Fla., on Friday, Jan. 30. A total of 35 nominees in a dozen categories will be recognized.
Zero Friction Official Tee of PGA Show Demo Day
Excel Golf Products announces that its Zero Friction will be the official tee of the seventh Demo Day at the PGA Merchandise Show on Wednesday, Jan. 28, in Winter Garden, Fla.
HONMA Golf Co. Ltd. to debut new look at PGA Show
Honma Golf Co. will debut an entirely new look at the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 29-31 in Orlando, Fla. Among the new products will be new putters, wedges, bags and its next generation 8-series clubs.
Bushnell Outdoor Products Expands Partnership With iGolf
Bushnell Outdoor Products expands its partnership with iGolf in order to provide a comprehensive line of GPS products. Under the expanded partnership, Bushnell acquires the rights to iGolf’s line of handheld golf GPS devices.
Automated SST PURE Shaft Qualification System to be Introduced at PGA Show
Strategic Shaft Technologies will unveil its automated SST Pure Shaft Qualification System at the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 29-31 in Orlando, Fla.
Saddle Creek Resort Announces Valentine’s Day Golf/Ski Packages
Saddle Creek Resort in Copperopolis, Calif., announces a “Valentine’s Day Golf/Ski Package” that features its Saddle Creek course and nearby Bear Valley Ski Resort. The package is available Feb.13-15.
Bionic® Pro™ Glove Available In March
Bionic announces that its new Bionic Pro golf glove will be available in March. The Bionic Pro is a thinner version of the Classic Bionic.
TaylorMade Golf’s R9 Driver Ranks No. 1 at Bob Hope Chrysler Classic
TaylorMade reports that, according to Darrell Survey, its new R9 driver is the No. 1 played driver model at the Bob Hope Classic with 13 in play.
AccuSport Announces Economic Stimulus Plan
AccuSport International Inc. announces an economic stimulus plan designed to lift all areas of the golf business from the current recession. Under the plan, all AccuSport products are being discounted by 20 percent until March 15.
Billy Casper Golf Named Founding Contributor of World Golf Foundation’s ‘Get Golf Ready’ Program
Billy Casper Golf has been named a founding contributor of “Get Golf Ready,” a nationally-branded program created and administered by the World Golf Foundation.
Axion Golf to Exhibit Superior ‘Green’ Building Materials at 2009 Golf Industry Show
Axion Golf will showcase its “green” building materials at the Golf Industry Show, Feb. 5-7 in New Orleans, La.
TPC Network Partners with Laser Link Golf And Its Laser Link Distance System
Laser Link Golf announces that all clubs within the PGA Tour’s TPC Network will be outfitted with the Laser Link Distance System rangefinders.
Canadian Rockies Group Launches Golf Resort and Real Estate Lifestyle Destination; Area’s Historic, Dramatic Setting and Untamed Natural Treasures are Highlights
Canadian Rockies Golf, a group of six golf and resort properties offering more than 135 holes of golf through western Canada’s Rocky Mountains, is offering a large selection of rates and amenities.
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» Etcetera
Golf Channel promotes Chris Murvin to senior vice president, business affairs. Murvin will supervise the human resources and legal departments, and manage the administration of the network’s existing contracts with the major golf organizations and international partners. … The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort on Kiawah Island, S.C., receives a Mobil Five Star Award from the Mobil Travel Guide. … Kevin Whitmore is named director of golf at True North Golf Club in Harbor Springs, Mich.
» PGA Merchandise Show
Footwear manufacturer Geox will launch its first collection of golf shoes. The new Geox line is expected to enhance the shoe’s comfort and functionality – a waterproof sole and total breathability.
» Television
Golf Channel will air “Uneven Fairways,” a 60-minute documentary that pays tribute to African-American golf pioneers and hosted by Samuel L. Jackson, Feb. 11 at 9 p.m. ET. The documentary is based on the books “Uneven Lies” by Pete McDaniel and “Forbidden Fairways” by Calvin H. Sinnette. … Duke University women’s golfer Jennie Lee will be featured “The Real Winning Edge” television series on Jan. 24-25.
» Tournaments
Tom Watson, Nick Price, Ian Woosnam and Hal Sutton commit to play the Champions Tour’s Toshiba Classic, March 6-8 in Newport Beach, Calif. … The ACE Group Classic reports that 27 of the top-30 players from the 2008 Champions Tour official money list have committed to play in the event, Feb. 20-22 in Naples, Fla. … Entries are now being accepted for the 21st Georgia Four-Ball Tournament, March 27-29 at Valdosta Country Club and Kinderlou Forest Golf Club in Valdosta. For information, call 770.955,4272 or 800.949.4742 or e-mail info@gsga.org. … The Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club in Naples, Fla., is offering incentives for new group bookings during “2009 Value Dates.” For information, call 800.866.1946 or 239.261.2222, or visit www.naplesbeachhotel.com/meetings.
TaylorMade-adidas Golf Company Unveils New PGA Tour Trailer to Meet Increasing Demands of Tour Players
TaylorMade-adidas Golf Co. debuts a state-of-the-art PGA Tour trailer this week at the Bob Hope Classic.
Kick Off Super Bowl Weekend At Orange County National
Orange County National in Winter Garden, Fla., will kick off Super Bowl weekend with “Golf Extravaganza” on Saturday, Jan. 31. Golf, food and activities are packaged for an afternoon on its two championship golf courses, Panther Lake and Crooked Cat.
PROBAR To Attend PGA Trade Show
Probar, a manufacturer of whole-food nutrition bars, will enter into the golf market when it exhibits at the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 29-31 in Orlando, Fla.
GPS Industries Announces Affiliation With Vision Perfect
GPS Industries announces a partnership with Vision Perfect in which the two companies will integrate their GPS and tournament software products.
Cybergolf adds the Golf Industry Association in Scottsdale, AZ as its newest client
Cybergolf adds the Golf Industry Association in Scottsdale, Ariz., as its newest client, and will custom design and host its Web site.
Golfing Magazine to Exhibit at and Attend the PGA Show
Golfing Magazine announces it will attend next week’s PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 29-31 in Orlando, Fla.
