Excel Golf Products Inc. announces the release of its Zero Friction Distance 312 golf ball for 2009.
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National Golf Products to Showcase Innovative, Cost Effective Practice System at 2009 PGA Merchandise Show
National Golf Products announces it will showcase the enhanced version of The Radar, a portable distance management device, and The Golf Mat at the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 29-31 in Orlando, Fla.
Cindy Davis Named 2008 EWGA Leadership Award Recipient
Cindy Davis, president of Nike Golf, has been named recipient of the 2008 EWGA Leadership Award. She will receive the honor at the EWGA Conference, Fab. 18-21 in Palm Desert, Calif.
SunBuster® and GustBuster® Set To Exhibit At The 2009 PGA Merchandise Show
Innoventions Enterprises, maker of the GustBuster umbrella and SunBuster Sport Enhancement Eyewear, will exhibit at the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 29-31 in Orlando, Fla.
Tiger Shark Golf Acquires Proven Winner SuperStroke™ Putter Grips
Tiger Shark Golf acquires SuperStroke Grips, maker of the jumbo-sized putter grip.
“Drive it Home” with Scotland’s biggest ever golf giveaway!
VisitScotland is holding its largest promotion ever, “Drive It Home,” which offers £2.4 million worth of free tee times to play throughout Scotland during 2009. The promotion begins today, Wednesday, at www.driveithome2009.com.
BRIEFLY
» Etcetera
Katherine Marren joins Quail Lodge Resort and Golf Club in Carmel Valley, Calif., as director of instruction. … Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort and Casino in St. Maarten, Netherlands Antilles, is offering its new “Shopper’s Delight” promotion. Guests staying at the resort five nights or more through April 30 receive a 15 percent room discount, complimentary room upgrade and $200 in St. Maarten Bucks, valid at an array of local duty-free stores. For information, visit www.sonesta.com/greatbay. … Tee Time Magazine announces that it is ceasing publication after 15 years, and is offering it for sale. For information, visit www.teetime-mag.com. … The Carolinas PGA Section awards a $5,000 Nicklaus/PGA Teaching Grant to The First Tee of the Triad. … Golf Teaching Pro magazine rates The Golf Ring as the No. 1 teaching aid on its bi-annual list. The aid is a set of carbon-fiber rings, one 6 feet in diameter and the other an 18 inch spot target ring. … ClubTec will demonstrate its SQL Club Management Solutions at the Golf Industry Show in New Orleans, La. … The Golf Course Builders Association of America Foundation‘s “Sticks for Kids” program will expand to 407 programs in all 50 states, five military bases and, for the first time, in China in 2009.
» Media
Golf Channel‘s interactive instructional show “The Golf Fix” will premiere on Monday, Jan. 26, at 8 p.m. ET. Hosted by golf instructor Michael Breed, the 30-minute show will feature viewer participation to not only address technique and golf skills, but also to broach subjects ranging from golf terminology to history. … The PGA Tour Network will provide live daily coverage of the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 29-31 from 10 a.m.-noon ET.
» Tournaments
Peter Jacobsen, host of the ACE Group Classic, Feb. 20-22 in Naples, Fla., withdraws from the tournament due to a shoulder injury and subsequent surgery.
» PGA Merchandise Show
Initial Force will launch its Swing Catalyst, which synchronizes force plate and launch monitor data with a video clip to better analyze the cause and effects of a golf shot. … Daphne’s Headcovers, maker of unique animal headcovers, will introduce new designs and significant improvements to some old favorites. … Tehama will introduce its 2009 collection, which will include an expansion of Tehama Green with new technologies, premium additions and Hang’em Dry performance.
Lizzie debuts as Gogie Girl's latest addition
Gogie Girl will introduce Lizzie, a new addition to its line of headwear, at the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 29-31 in Orlando, Fla.
Vegas Pros Tee Off but Chris Riley Out With Injury; Natalie Gulbis Parties; Bear's Best Photos Reveal Beauty, Nicklaus
GolfLasVegasNow.com reports on Chris Riley‘s recent foot injury and Natalie Gulbis‘ recent 29th birthday celebration in Las Vegas.
Pat O'Brien Launches New Website & Blog
Putting instructor Pat O’Brien, coach for 2007 Masters champion Zach Johnson and Ryder Cup member Vaughn Taylor, launches a new Web site, www.patobriengolf.com.
Kramski Putter – Announces the Official US Launch of "The $1000 Putting System" at The 2009 PGA Merchandise Show
Kramski Putter announces the official U.S. launch of its individually tailored Putting System at the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 29-31 in Orlando, Fla.
Sri Lanka's Mithun Perera Wins Mission Hills Asia-Pacific Open Amateur Championship
Mission Hills Golf Club in Shenzhen, China, reports on Mithun Perera winning the third Asia-Pacific Open Amateur Championship.
Big Breaking News: Casey & Rachel Lubahn on Stage at the West Mich. Golf Show
Casey and Rachel Lubahn, the married couple that participated on Golf Channel‘s “The Big Break X: Michigan,” will appear at the 21st West Michigan Golf Show, Feb. 13-15 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Club Prophet's Executive Reporting Series, debuts January 29, 2009, to bolster the Investment Return of Golf Courses. Developed with the strategic guidance of Golf Convergence.
Club Prophet‘s Executive Reporting Series, developed in part with Golf Convergence, will debut Jan. 29.
PrideSports Professional Tee System™ (PTS) Debuts PTS Offset Golf Tees… "The Most Advanced Tee Allowed By The USGA"
PrideSports debuts an alternative golf tee with the launch of PTS Offset, a plastic golf tee that features a 30-degree offset angle.
Shark's Tooth Golf Club Recertified 'Silver Signature' by Audubon International
Shark’s Tooth Golf Club in Panama City Beach, Fla., has been recertified Silver Signature by Audubon International.
Mike Bender Named Among GOLF Magazine's Top 100 Teachers for 2009-2010
Mike Bender of the Mike Bender Golf Academy at Timacuan Golf Club in Lake Mary, Fla., is listed among the “Top 100 Teachers” by Golf Magazine in its February issue.
SunBuster® and GustBuster® Set To Exhibit At The 2009 PGA Merchandise Show
Innoventions Enterprises, maker of the GustBuster umbrella and SunBuster Sport Enhancement Eyewear, will exhibit at the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 29-31 in Orlando, Fla.
Tiger Shark Golf Acquires Proven Winner SuperStroke™ Putter Grips
Tiger Shark Golf acquires SuperStroke Grips, maker of the jumbo-sized putter grip.
"Drive it Home" with Scotland's biggest ever golf giveaway!
VisitScotland is holding its largest promotion ever, “Drive It Home,” which offers £2.4 million worth of free tee times to play throughout Scotland during 2009. The promotion begins today, Wednesday, at www.driveithome2009.com.
