PGATour.com reports record numbers for its Live@ThePlayers coverage of the par-3 17th hole. The site reports that more than 1.1 million video streams, at an average duration of 25 minutes, were totaled, along with more than 3.2 million unique users and 4.7 million visits, which generating more than 70 million page views. … The Duke University Golf Club, located in Durham, N.C., has been rated The Area’s Best Public Course by WRAL.com. … The Monroe County (Pa.) Council of the Blind will hold a fundraising event on July 16 , 2007 at the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort in Shawnee on Delaware, Pa. For information, go to mccbonline.org or contact Caroline McFarlane at 570-629-0030. … Zen Golf U.S.A. selects Jeff Dezen Public Relations as its public relations agency-of-record. … Officials for the Masters announce that more that $3.4 million in charitable funds will be distributed worldwide. … BunkerShot.com Golf announces a new Web services division.
The Meadows GC & Grand Valley State Univ. Host NCAA Golf Finals
The Meadows Golf Club, located in Allendale, Mich., will host the NCAA Division II Men’s Championship, beginning May 22.
Elks Golf Association – Central District (Merced, CA.) select Golf Fusion to host their interactive Lodge Web site
The Elks Golf Association (Central District) in Merced, Calif., selects Golf Fusion to host its interactive lodge Web site.
Meadow Lake Golf Club of Keithville, LA selects the CourseTrends Golf Marketing Solution to boost their Internet Marketing Revenue
Meadow Lake Golf Club of Keithville, La., selects the CourseTrends golf marketing solution.
Golf Pride is Number One Grip Choice at the 2007 Players Championship and LPGA Michelob Ultra Open
Eaton Corp. reports that, according to Darrell Survey results, the majority of pros who played in The Players Championship and Michelob Ultra Open used Golf Pride grips.
Michael Hurdzan, ASGCA Receives Donald Ross Award for Environmental, Practical Golf Promotion
Dr. Michael Hurdzan, past president of the American Society of Golf Course Architects, receives the association’s annual Donald Ross Award at the ASGCA Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Ga.
Crescent Systems
The Spokane County Department of Parks, Recreation and Golf, located in Spokane, Wash., and which installed Crescent Systems‘ software at all three of its golf courses, installs Crescent System at its Northside Aquatics Center.
Srixon Launches Summer Promotion with New Trispeed Golf Ball
Srixon launches a promotion for its new Trispeed high-performance golf ball. Golfers will have the opportunity to win three dozen Trispeed golf balls each week during the six-week "Trispeed Triple Threat Giveaway" at www.srixon.com.
The Bag Boy Company Names Jennifer Allison Product Manager, Bags/Travel Covers & Mike Gann, Product Manager For Walking/Electric Carts
The Bag Boy Co. names Jennifer Allison as product manager for bags/travel covers, and Mike Gann as product manager for the cart division.
GolfTraxx
GolfTraxx reports on the addition of international courses to its database.
Maxfli Golf Unveils Tour Fire Golf Ball
Maxfli Golf introduces a new multi-layer golf ball called Maxfli Tour Fire.
Black Hawk Golf Club in Pflugerville, TX. picks Cybergolf to custom design and host a new Web site, online marketing e-blast system and e-commerce sales tool for the facility
Black Hawk Golf Club in Pflugerville, Texas, selects Cybergolf to custom design and host a new Web site, online marketing e-blast system and e-commerce sales tool for the facility.
PGA Of America And Disabled Sports Usa Launches Golf Program In Support Of Wounded Warriors
The PGA of America launches The PGA of America/Disabled Sports USA Military Golf Program, a nationwide initiative that would involve active duty and retired men and women of the Armed Forces severely wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan in finding value in golf as a sport for rehabilitation and a fulfilling recreational pursuit.
Kanada Returns to Ohio to play The Memorial
Links Sports reports that Craig Kanada has received a sponsor’s exemption for the Memorial Tournament, May 31-June 3 in Dublin, Ohio.
E-Z-Go Commits $1 Million To Club Managers Association Of America And The Club Foundation
The Club Managers Association of America reports that E-Z-Go has made a five-year, $1 million commitment to the association and The Club Foundation, making E-Z-Go a Platinum Partner in CMAA’s Corporate Advantage Program.
Golf Industry Powerhouse M.G. Orender Partners with ProLink Solutions
ProLink Solutions, a provider of Global Positioning Satellite golf course management systems and on-course advertising, has been selected to install the ProLink system at seven properties within the Hampton Golf Clubs portfolio.
Feel Golf Company’s Full Release Grip Infomercial Scheduled on Golf Channel in June
Feel Golf Co. reports that its Full Release High Performance Grip infomercial is scheduled to begin airing again on the Golf Channel and on regional television networks at the end of May.
Sonartec Golf Introduces the GS Tour Fairway Metal
Sonartec Golf introduces the GS Tour fairway metal.
PGA Fall Expo in Las Vegas Continues To Grow With More Exhibitors, Enhanced Special Events & Increased Education
The PGA Fall Expo, scheduled for Sept. 11-12 in Las Vegas, Nev., will feature more exhibitors, enhanced special events and increased education. Registration is open at www.pgaexpo.com.
SureShot GPS Offers Cart-mounting Option
SureShot GPS introduces a cart-mounting accessory that allows the GPS device to be attached to the windshield or roof of a golf cart or to any flat surface.