The U.S. Ryder Cup team will Captain Paul Azinger and his team prepare to face Europe in the 37th Ryder Cup this week, U.S.-based charitable organizations, students at colleges and universities nationwide and the families of veterans who either perished or were wounded in the line of duty will benefit from their play. On behalf of the U.S. Team, The PGA of America will distribute $2.6 million to designated charities, the Folds of Honor Foundation and to colleges and universities chosen by the U.S. Ryder Cup team.
Vijay Wins Fedex Cup And $10 Million Bonus
Cleveland Golf reports on staff player Vijay Singh winning the 2008 FedEx Cup.
Canada, Finland and Portugal Qualify for 2008 Omega Mission Hills World Cup
Finland, Canada and Portugal are the latest countries to qualify for the Omega Mission Hills World Cup to be played Nov. 27-30 at the Mission Hills Golf Club’s Olazabal Course in Shenzhen, China.
KemperSports Announces Kevin Michael General Manager at Newport Dunes Golf Club
KemperSports names Kevin Michael as general manager of Newport Dunes Golf Club, the newly-constructed Arnold Palmer Signature Course on Texas’ Mustang Island.
Bridgestone’s New e7+ Adds Complete Versatility To The Most Unique Distance-Performance Line In The Industry
Bridgestone Golf rounds out its e+ series distance performance line of balls with the e7+, a ball designed for those with a high-to-medium ball flight that desire a more penetrating trajectory for increased distance.
IPAC to Host the “Custom Fit Center” at the 2009 PGA Merchandise Show
The International Professional Association of ClubFitters will host the Custom Fit Center at the 2009 PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Fla.
Mizuno Takes Feel And Ball Control To A New Level With Dual Muscle Technology In The MP-62™ Iron
Mizuno launches the Grain Flow Forged MP-62 irons, which are designed for players wanting better shot-making control.
2009 Golf Industry Show volunteer project with New Orleans Habitat for Humanity
The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America and its partnering associations of the Golf Industry Show are teaming up with New Orleans Habitat for Humanity to host a series of work days before the annual trade show opens to help build homes in some of New Orleans’ most devastated areas. The work days will be Tuesday-Wednesday, Feb. 3-4.
Endorser of THE Golf Mat and The Radar Powered by Zelocity — Vijay Singh — Wins the FedEx Cup Championship
National Golf Products reports on Vijay Singh, endorser of the Golf Mat and the Radar, winning the first two FedEx Cup events and the second FedEx Cup.
Fairway Skins expands in Florida
Fairway Skins Co., maker of women’s leather golf gloves and pouches, expands the number of shops and venues throughout Florida that carry its lines.
Quagmire heads to Canada
Quagmire Golf will be show its spring 2009 collection during Toronto’s L’Oreal Fashion Week beginning Oct. 24.
Singh, Villegas lead FootJoy sweep
FootJoy announces a sweep of the FedEx Cup Playoffs as Vijay Singh and Camilo Villegas wore FootJoy shoes and gloves en route to their respective victories in the four-event playoffs. With wins in the first two FedEx Cup events, Singh also locked up the FedEx Cup.
Correction
In a Sept. 16 story entitled “A systematic approach,” The Apparel Wire inadvertently left out a word regarding Dunning Golf’s ensembles. It should have read, “The head-to-toe plus underneath ensembles allow for devoted and casual golfers alike to experience comfort and playability in varied conditions.” For the complete story, click here.
U.S.G.A. Rates Brand New Sweetgrass Golf Club
The Island Resort and Casino in Harris, Mich., announces course and slope ratings for the new Sweetgrass Golf Club have been determined.
Lori Whitaker Captures EWGA Championship
Lori Whitaker of Cumming, Ga., wins the Executive Women’s Golf Association Championship with a 36-hole score of 152.
Villegas Wins Tour Championship, Second Straight With Titleist Pro V1
Camilo Villegas won the Tour Championship, his second straight FedEx Cup playoff event, playing the Titleist Pro V1 golf ball. Meanwhile, Vijay Singh secured the FedEx Cup just by playing all four rounds.
Cybergolf adds Stone Canyon Golf Club in Independence, MO. as its newest client
Cybergolf adds Stone Canyon Golf Club in Independence, Mo., as its newest client and will custom design and host the facility’s website and email marketing system.
The Most Green Friendly Divot Tool Has Proven Its Performance And Gone Pro
Starting Time Golf launches the Fix-Master Pro, a non-traditional divot tool, in a more traditional hand-held version.
Playoff Sweep For FootJoy
FootJoy announces a sweep of the FedEx Cup Playoffs as Vijay Singh and Camilo Villegas wore FootJoy shoes and gloves en route to their respective victories in the four-event playoffs. With wins in the first two FedEx Cup events, Singh also locked up the FedEx Cup.
Camilo Villegas Captures Tour Championship For Second Straight Victory With Cobra.
Cobra brand ambassador Camilo Villegas wins the Tour Championship, his second straight PGA Tour victory, using a Cobra driver and its fairway metals and irons.
