Adams Golf announces that its Idea brand was the best-selling iron set in the U.S. at Off Course Golf Specialty retailers in January, 2006, according to the latest market share results from Golf Datatech.
FJT Qualifying Series
The Florida Junior Tour announces that since entries into events have exceeded capacity, it will institute a Qualifying Series to accommodate more players. The first of these Qualifying Series will be played at Belleview Biltmore Golf Club in Belleair, Fla., on March 11-12.
Industry Innovation From Volvik Golf Balls Again
Volvik Golf Balls reports it will launch its Pro’sPect golf ball to the marketplace around April 1.
Strege’s When War Played Through Wins USGA 2005 Book Award
John Strege‘s "When War Played Through: Golf During World War II" has been named the recipient of the 2005 U.S. Golf Association International Book Award.
King Par Superstore Opens New Golf Academy March 30th
King Par Golf in Flushing Mich., announces the opening of its new King Par Golf Academy, which is scheduled to open March 30.
Golfer’s Guide Marketing Solutions
The Links at Lake Erie in Monroe, Mich., upgrades to the Golfer’s Guide Marketing Solutions complete Web package.
Lectronic Kaddy extends its warranty period for its Dynasteer model to five years. … The new Ponte Vedra Golf and Country Club at Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., retains the marketing services of Golf Marketing Concepts Inc.. … Auburn junior Nicole Hage has been named the Southeastern Conference Golfer of the Week after helping the Tigers to a victory in the LSU Cleveland Classic, finishing third overall. … Sterling Sports Management signs a representation agreement with reigning Women’s British Open champion Jeong Jang. Sterling followed the signing by promptly arranging an endorsement deal for Jang with Cobra to play its clubs and wear the Cobra logo.
Variety Of Accommodations Await Attendees At ING Spring Conference
ING reports that a variety of accommodations are available for its Spring Conference, May 21-25 in Pinehurst, N.C.
Jacaranda Golf Club in Plantation, Florida. selects Cybergolf to design and host a Web site and email newsletter for the facility
Jacaranda Golf Club in Plantation, Fla. selects Cybergolf to design and host a Web site and e-mail newsletter for its facility.
Woods Tames the Blue Monster with Nike Golf’s Yellow Footprint and One Platinum Ball
Nike Golf reports that its driver and irons have been used by the most winners on the PGA Tour.
Tom Pasha, Executive Director of Golf Event Managers Association, to Present Audio Conference on Business Prospecting
Tom Pasha, executive director of the Golf Event Managers Association, will present an audio conference on "Business Prospecting," from 1:30-3 p.m. ET on Thursday, March 23.
Golfer’s Guide Marketing Solutions
Eagle Harbor Golf Club in Orange Park, Fla., chooses Golfer’s Guide Marketing Solutions to shape its Internet presence.
Jones Joins National Golf Club as Club Cottage Manager
Jeffrey Jones has been named club cottage manager at National Golf Club in Southern Pines, N.C.
Tour Golf Reports Success at PCS Expo
Tour Golf Products reports on its success at the annual Professional Clubmakers’ Society Expo in Louisville, Ky.
Winslow Earns Sponsor’s Exemption To Inaugural Ginn Clubs & Resorts Open
Andia Winslow, the first African-American to compete in the Ivy League and the first African-American to compete on the LPGA in four years, accepts a sponsor’s exemption to the inaugural Ginn Clubs & Resorts Open in Reunion, Fla., April 24-30.
Puerto Vallarta To Host Blue Agave Classic Golf Championship
The Vista Vallarta Golf Club in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, will host the Champions Tour’s Blue Agave Classic Golf Championship, March 27-April 2.
Texas’ Philip Keith Chatham, Jr., Honored as 2006 PCS International Clubmaker of the Year
Philip Keith Chatham Jr. of PrecisionFit Golf in Kerrville, Texas, was named the 2006 Clubmaker of the Year in ceremonies held at the 15th PCS International Symposium and Expo in Louisville, Ky., on March 4.
Callaway Golf’s New OptiFit Driver System Redefines the Custom Fitting Experience
Callaway Golf Co. introduces the Callaway Golf OptiFit Driver System, a custom fitting system that allows golfers to experiment with a variety of clubhead-shaft combinations.
Boccieri Golf Adds Duane Bock as Full-Time PGA TOUR Representative
Boccieri Golf names former amateur golf champion, Tour player and caddie Duane Bock as a PGA Tour representative.
National Panel Of Raters Choose Golfweek’s America’s Best Golf Courses
Golfweek will publish its 10th annual list of America’s Best 100 Classic and 100 Modern golf courses for 2006, in its March 11 issue.
