SST Pure reports the first-, second- and third-place finishers at The International used its shaft alignment process.
GCSAA and University of Nebraska partner
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln‘s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, together with the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, unveil a new distance education program designed to enable golf course superintendents anywhere in the world to achieve graduate-level training or complete a master’s degree.
Srixon Introduces New And Improved Soft Feel-2 Piece Golf Ball The Softest
Srixon Sports announces its softest and longest distance ball, the Soft Feel-2 Piece.
2006 U.S. Ryder Cup
Only four U.S. Ryder Cup team automatic qualifying positions remain through Sunday’s International. Chad Campbell, David Toms and Chris DiMarco secured their positions on Sunday.
Grafalloy ProLaunch Red Claims 3rd Consecutive European PGA Tour Title
Grafalloy reports that its ProLaunch Red was used by the winner of the European Tour’s KLM Open.
Cutter & Buck Introduces Exclusive Groundbreaking Performance Apparel Technology for Spring 2007, Cocona Natural Technology
Cutter & Buck introduces its Cocona Natural Technology, an advanced hybrid-carbon technology that works by permanently embedding activated carbon derived from coconut shells into fiber and yarns to deliver an effective moisture management system.
Unique New Divot Tool Is Key To Improving Condition Of Greens
Starting Time Golf reports on its new Fix-Master divot repair tool.
Lamkin Surges to Win Canadian Women’s Open
Lamkin reports that the winner of the Canadian Women’s Open used its Crossline grips.
BRIEFLY
Dunning Golf reports that staff players Zach Johnson, John Senden and Craig Barlow will compete in this week’s PGA Championship. The trio will wear apparel pieces from Dunning’s 2006 collections, and premier new colors and styles from the company s Spring 2007 collection. … ECCO reports that trick shot artist and ECCO golf ambassador Peter Longo received the Joe Jemsek "Par Excellence" Award for dedication to making the game of golf accessible to individuals with disabilities. … Tom Weiskopf will design the fourth championship course at the Promontory Club — The Ranch Club in Park City, Utah. Also, Promontory announces plans for a Forrest Richardson-designed short course, which is scheduled to open in 2008. … "Caddyshack," starring Bill Murray, Chevy Chase and Rodney Dangerfield, will premiere on The Golf Channel on Aug. 30 at 7:30 p.m. ET, as a part of the network’s Wednesday night movies series. … Chris DiMarco, runner-up at the British Open helped raise funds for his alma mater, Lake Brantley High in Altamonte Springs, Fla., by participating in a tournament at Sweetwater Golf and Country Club in Longwood, Fla. … GCNI, under the direction of new editor Gareth Main, will publish on Monday, Aug. 21, with a look back at the British Open. … "The Big Break VI: Trump National" contestant Kristy McPherson won the Betty Puskar Futures Golf Classic for her second victory this season. … Graphite Design International announces that the winner of The International played GDI shaft models in his driver and 3-wood, according to the Darrell Survey.
Professional Buying Made Easy
Pima Direct’s 36-piece Professionally Merchandised Assortments is established to take the time and tediousness out of the apparel ordering process and is "… a presentation in the box," Pima Direct managing partner Mark Killeen said.
Etonic Expands G>SOK Line
Etonic introduces for 2007, the G>SOK GT, which features a traditional last, enhanced outsole; the G>SOK XCR, which is an outdoor athletic looking shoe featuring trail running technology for golf; and the G>SOK Classic, which is designed with a traditional look and streamlined fit.
ECCO Wearer Longo Receives Award
ECCO reports that trick shot artist and ECCO golf ambassador Peter Longo received the Joe Jemsek "Par Excellence" Award for dedication to making the game of golf accessible to individuals with disabilities.
PGA Serves As Runway For Dunning Golf
Dunning Golf staff players Zach Johnson, John Senden and Craig Barlow are in this week’s PGA Championship field, and will wear pieces from Dunning’s 2006 collections, and also premier new colors and styles from the company’s Spring 2007 collection.
C&B Going Cocona
Cutter & Buck introduces its Cocona Natural Technology, an advanced hybrid-carbon technology that works by permanently embedding activated carbon derived from coconut shells into fiber and yarns to deliver an effective moisture management system.
TW A-foot At PGA
Tiger Woods will debut Nike Golf’s new SP-8 TW Tour footwear at the PGA Championship.
DiBona To ProQuip
ProQuip Weatherwear announces the addition of Jeff DiBona to its sales staff.
Adidas Golf Goes Red, White, Blue
Adidas Golf and U.S. Ryder Cup captain Tom Lehman announce a limited edition flag-inspried Tour 360 shoe. Portion of proceeds will benefit Lehman’s charity of choice, "A Hand of Hope."
Kye Set For Debut
Kye will unveil its Spring 2007 line of contemporary women’s golf apparel at the HGRA "Swing into Spring" Merchandise Show in Honolulu, Hawaii, through Thursday, Aug. 17.
Redstone Tabs O’Bright
Michael O’Bright joins Redstone Apparel Group as vice president of corporate sales.
Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings
Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings – As of August 14, 2006 WgwrId Rank Change Name Country Events TotalPoints AveragePoints 1673…