Honours Golf Co. appoints Philip Oakes as vice president of human resources. Oakes will work from the golf management company’s corporate headquarters in Birmingham, Ala.
BRIEFLY
The Martin’s PGA Tour Superstore National Father and Son Team Classic adds Indian Wells Golf Club to the 2007 course rotation. The 10th annual event will be held July 19-21 in Myrtle Beach, S.C. … Entrepreneur Tim Lemp becomes the first American license holder for the International Pairs competition. Lemp bought the license for the Southeast region. "Making him the first official U.S. licensee is huge for the International Pairs," said Ross Honey, founder and managing director of International Pairs. "There are around 4,000 golf courses in his area, which is as many as the entire United Kingdom and most of Europe." A series of licenses will now be issued over the next two years as the International Pairs in America splits into four regions and 16 territories.
Lija gears up for fall
Lija debuts four collections for fall 2007 rich in jewel-tone colors and featuring dynamic, whimsical prints in technical and traditional fabrics across nearly 200 pieces.
Something for that special Valentine
Little Chippers highlights Cleavage Cooler Rack Pack and golf-related jewelry as Valentine’s Day gifts.
Ecco’s Baddeley wins FBR Open
Ecco staff player Aaron Baddeley won the FBR Open wearing its World Class Collection golf shoes and displaying the company logo on the collar of his golf shirt.
Super Ball Sunday
Aaron Baddeley won the FBR Open playing Titleist‘s new Pro V1x golf ball, marking the fourth time in five PGA Tour events that a winner has played either the new Pro V1 or Pro V1x ball.
Tustin Ranch Club in Tustin, CA. picks Cybergolf to custom design and host their Web site, online email newsletter marketing system and e-commerce tools to help them generate more online revenues
Tustin Ranch Club in Tustin, Calif., selects Cybergolf to custom design and host its Web site, online e-mail newsletter marketing system and e-commerce tools.
Srixon’s Stenson And Webb Record Wins Around The Globe
Srixon staff professionals Henrik Stenson and Karrie Webb won the Dubai Desert Classic and Australian Women’s Open, respectively. Stenson played with Srixon’s I-506 irons and Z-UR prototype golf ball, while Webb won her third Australian Women’s Open with I-302 irons, W-506 driver and Z-URS golf ball.
UST Chalks Up Third Win in Two Weeks
United Sports Technologies reports that the winner of the FBR Open played its ACCRA graphite shafts in his fairway woods.
Lamkin Crossline Wins Women’s Australian Open
Lamkin reports that the winner of the Women’s Australian Open used its Crossline grips.
SST PURE Tour Van to begin Florida Swing
Strategic Shaft Technologies reports that its SST Pure Shaft Alignment Lab will be at the Champions Tour’s Allianz Championship in Boca Raton, Fla.
Top Teacher Kendall and Tech Guru Thomas on Stage at West Mich. Golf Show
Two-time Michigan PGA Teacher of the Year Dave Kendall appear at the annual West Michigan Golf Show, Feb. 9-11 at the DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Golf Flagstick Advertising debuts Tour flagsticks
Golf Flagstick Advertising made its PGA Tour debut with its Tour flagsticks being used for the FBR Open’s pro-am. FBR branding was used together with the Thunderbirds, PGA Tour and FedEx Cup logos.
VCT Announces Partnership with GolfCourseHome®Network
VCT Corp. announces partnership with GolfCourseHomeNetwork. The joint initiative will provide lead generation, sales management and e-communication services aimed at helping golf and amenity community developers improve and increase sales activity and effectiveness.
Callaway Golf Announces Investor Day Webcast
Callaway Golf Co. will hold a conference for financial analysts and investors on Monday, Feb. 12, in Carlsbad, Calif.
Srixon’s John Rollins Leads FedExCup Race
Srixon staff professional John Rollins now leads the PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup points standings after a second-place finish at the FBR Open. Rollins played with Srixon’s Z-UR golf ball, I-302 irons and forged wedges.
Triad Amateur Tour Launches New Season on March 3
The Triad Amateur Golf Tour, based in Greensboro, N.C., opens its 27-tournament 2007 schedule on March 2 at Sapona Country Club in Lexington, N.C.
MacGregor Golf’s Aaron Baddeley Shoots Second Consecutive Sixty-Four To Win The Fbr Phoenix Open
MacGregor Golf staff professional Aaron Baddeley won the FBR Open playing MacGregor’s M675 irons and forged wedges.
Aldila first in hybrid count at FBR Open
Aldila reports that it was first in the hybrid shaft count at the FBR Open.
Valentine’s Day gifts for your sweetheart at LittleChippers.com
Little Chippers offers golf accessories for upcoming Valentine’s Day.