Tee Time Watch seeks to update course information on Golf.com directory.
R&A Proposes New Rules For Golf Clubs
The R&A proposes changes to golf’s equipment rules, seeking to restore the historic importance of driving accuracy in the game. The proposed rules changes to club face groove markings are based on extensive research into the effect of such markings on spin generation for balls hit from the rough. Club face markings have been observed to significantly increase spin from the rough compared to previous eras when there was a greater premium on driving accuracy.
PING announces worldwide tour staff
Ping reports that it now boasts 25 PGA Tour players, the largest contracted PGA Tour staff in the company’s history.
GolfTraxx
GolfTraxx announces a program where golfers can receive free GolfTraxx hardware and software by using Google Earth to map local courses and submit them by April 30.
The Golfer’s Footprint Exhibits at the Boston National Golf Expo
The Golfer’s Footprint Inc. will exhibit at the National Golf Expo in the Bayside Expo Center in Boston, Mass., March 2-4.
‘Innovative Designs by E-Z-GO’ Customizes Vehicles to Meet Unique Customer Needs, Precise Specifications
E-Z-Go, a manufacturer of golf cars and utility vehicles, introduces "Innovative Designs by E-Z-Go," a customization division created to produce vehicles that meet unique needs and precise specifications.
BRIEFLY
Sea Trail Golf Resort and Conference Center, in Sunset Beach, N.C., begins renovation of its restaurant, Magnolias, located in the Jones/Byrd clubhouse. … DM Golf Custom Fit Clubs will exhibit at the Victory Golf Show in Valley Forge, Pa., March 2-4. … The First Tee of Augusta announces the concert lineup for the third Drive for Show, Rock Fore! Dough concert, Tuesday, April 3, in Augusta, Ga. This year’s event will bring co-headliners Cheap Trick and Dashboard Confessional along with opening act and Georgia native, Corey Smith. … Verdina unveils its Fall Transition 2007 line. … Heritage Hospitality assumes management of Springwood Golf Course in York, Pa.
Trion:Z takes top honors on, off course
Trion:Z reports that it received "Best of Show" honors at last month’s PGA Merchandise Show, and was worn by the winner of the Nissan Open.
F&G debuts its 2007 women’s line
Fairway & Greene reports that its ladies’ business grew 28 percent in 2006, which now represents 12 percent of the company’s overall volume.
Keri Golf earns PGA Show honor
Keri Golf receives a Golfing Magazine "Best of Show" honor at last month’s PGA Merchandise Show. Keri Golf was chosen from among more than 1,250 vendors as one of the top soft goods exhibitors.
PrideSports sweeps PGA Tour events
PrideSports reports that the winners of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship and The Mayakoba Classic wore its Pulsar cleats.
Lija earns PGA Show honor
Lija receives a Golfing Magazine "Best of Show" honor at last month’s PGA Merchandise Show.
Trion:Z Dual Loop Bracelet Scores Two Wins
Trion:Z reports that it received "Best of Show" honors at last month’s PGA Merchandise Show, and was worn by the winner of the Nissan Open.
Energy drink will help fund environmental programs
Swing Juice reaches an agreement with the Environmental Institute for Golf that will result in the development and funding of environmental programs for the golf industry. The three-year commitment calls for Swing Juice to donate a portion of sales revenues to the Institute.
Matt Quinn Buys Total Golf Adventures Territory From Boss In Phoenix, Scottsdale
Matt Quinn, the director of the Total Golf Adventures of the Valley territory in Phoenix, Ariz., purchases the territory from his former boss. Total Golf Adventures develops at-school, after-school programs throughout the country.
Beverly Fergusson To Pen Weekly Blog On TravelGolf.Com
Golf instructor Beverly Fergusson begins a weekly blog on TravelGolf.com. Fergusson, who resides in Southern California, will write about a wide range of golf subjects including thoughts about the game of golf — instruction, men and women golfers, golf schools and other topics.
Jane Blalock, President of LPGA Legends Tour to Speak at Women’s Golf Event
Jane Blalock, winner of 27 LPGA Tour events and founder of The Legends Tour, is the keynote speaker for the Executive Women’s Golf Association‘s Central Connecticut chapter kickoff dinner on March 16.
Magique Golf Clubs Now Available at In The Hole! Golf
Magique Golf announces that its full line of golf clubs is now available at InTheHoleGolf.com, an online commerce site.
Golf World And The National Golf Coaches Association Create Co-branded Coaches’ Poll
Golf World magazine and the National Golf Coaches Association announce a co-branded coaches’ poll that will begin with this year’s women’s collegiate golf season. The poll will be known as the "Golf World/NGCA Coaches’ Poll" and first appear in the March 9 issue of Golf World.
Peerless Golf Catalog to Debut
Peerless Golf announces that its 2007 catalog, featuring a completely new format and over 50 new products, will be available next week.
