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Pukka Sets Sights On PGA Merchandise Show

Pukka: To unveil a complete line up of headwear collections, featuring new cap styles, fabrics and custom designs, at the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 27-29 in Orlando, Fla.

Sweaters To Highlight Divots Sportswear 2011 Collection

Divots Sportswear: To feature a new range of luxurious merino wool sweaters in its 2011 apparel collection. The long sleeve, zip-neck sweater line comes in a blend of merino wool and silk, and is offered in both windowpane and argyle designs.

Second Skin Returning To PGA Show

Second Skin Garment Co.: Parent company of the Second Skin and Hollas golf apparel brands will return to exhibit at the PGA Merchandise Show. The company seeks to increase its presence in the U.S. market.

Allen Edmonds Hires Vail

Allen Edmonds Shoe Corp.: Hires Warren Vail as category manager, golf. Vail previously served as CEO of Parker McClain, Ltd. where he designed, manufactured and marketed golf shoes.

The Littlest Golfer Encourages Pre-Show Bookings

The Littlest Golfer: Reports strong sales growth in quarters three and four of 2010 and advises retail buyers to book appointments or place orderd in advance of the 2011 PGA Merchandise Show.

Golf Channel Chronicles Homeless Man's Extraordinary Journey To Regain His Life And Golf Glory In New Docu-Reality Series Pipe Dream

Golf Channel: Announces a 10-part docu-reality series “Pipe Dream,” which chronicles the life of 53-year-old golf pro Mark Burk. Two years ago, after a successful career as a player and instructor, Burk was homeless in Palm Springs, Calif. The series, which premieres on Jan. 11, follows Burk as he attempts to get his life and career back on track.

Federal Law Enforcement Agencies Shut Down Five Websites for Selling Counterfeit Golf Products as Part of “Operation In Our Sites”

U.S. Golf Manufacturers Anti-Counterfeiting Working Group: Reports that the U.S. Department of Justice, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center have obtained court orders seizing the domain names of five websites that are accused of selling counterfeit golf equipment and violating U.S. copyright law.