Dynamic Brands introduces its all-new Slotline line of putters, a premium series of putters that features advanced Moment of Inertia (MOI) technology. The new 2009 Slotline putters feature 14 new models.
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Troubled Waters: Golf’s Future in a Thirsty World
The National Golf Course Owners Association is set to release a report “Troubled Waters: Golf’s Future in a Thirsty World” that addresses the issue of water conservation and supply.
ECCO Staff Player Gwladys Nocera Wins SAS Ladies Masters
Ecco staff player Gwladys Nocera won the SAS Ladies Masters and her third 2008 Ladies European Tour title.
YES! Wins On European Tour
Yes! Golf reports that the winner of the European Tour’s KLM Open used a Callie putter, and had 23 putters in play overall.
SST Completing Quest for Worldwide Patents
Strategic Shaft Technologies receives patent approval in China for its SST Pure shaft alignment technology.
CHAMP Spikes Captures Win Overseas
Champ Spikes reports that the winner of the KLM Open played its Cermec spike, while seven of the top 10 and 62 percent of the field chose Champ products.
Marriott Golf Now Links Golfers to Marriott Rewards
Marriott Golf unveils Marriott Golf Links, a golfer loyalty program that enables Marriott Rewards members to both earn and redeem points for golf.
PGA Of America To Conduct Second Annual Golf Supplier Diversity Forum
The PGA of America will host the second Golf Supplier Diversity Forum during the 56th PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 17-19 in Orlando, Fla. The inaugural event was facilitated by National Diversity Solutions, a Lexington, Ky.-based certified minority owned business, to expand its Golf Industry Supplier Diversity Initiative.
Tiger Shark hires Ian Zubkoff as Vice President of Sales
Tiger Shark hires Ian Zubkoff as vice president of sales, and will be responsible for growing the organization’s global sales initiatives.
Victory Vaults Singh To Top Of FedExCup Standings
Cleveland Golf staff player Vijay Singh won The Barclays playing the HiBore XL driver, a Launcher Steel fairway 13-degree 3-wood, CG1 Black Pearl irons, CG12 wedges and a Never Compromise GM2 Exchange belly putter. In the process, Singh moved to No. 1 in the FedEx Cup standings with his playoff victory.
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» Etcetera
Sandy Halkett has been named the assistant women’s golf coach at USC Upstate. She will assist in all phases of the women’s golf program with an emphasis on skill development. … The Ben Hogan Foundation announces that Tom Stites, Nike Golf’s director of product creation, has joined its board of directors. … Philadelphia’s chapter of The First Tee will be the beneficiary of a golf tournament hosted by the Lookaway Golf Club in Buckingham, Pa. The tournament’s $50,000 goal is the largest sum being raised for The First Tee by any private golf club in the U.S. The tournament is Oct. 1. For information, call 215.794.5727. … Celebration Golf Club in Celebration, Fla., promotes Keith Siefker to player assistant and events supervisor. … Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club in Tampa Bay, Fla., is upgrading its fall golf special. In addition to offering a three-night, all-inclusive golf holiday, it is throwing in two free additional rounds. The offering is available Oct. 2-Jan. 14 and is only $269 per person, per night. … Fallen Oak in Biloxi, Miss., earns recognition from Golf Digest as having one of the “50 Best 19th Holes” in golf. Also, Fallen Oak is listed among Golf Magazine‘s “Top-100 Courses You Can Play” list. … Two-time British Open champion Padraig Harrington played the new Wilson Staff Smooth driver at The Barclays. … Robert E. Parmenter joins International Players Tour Inc., as the company’s first chief financial officer. Also, the IPT launches an Arizona District and names Cliff Porter the state director. … Jupiter Country Club in Jupiter, Fla., reports that a limited number of outside annual memberships are available for the 2008-09 season.
» Tournaments
Retief Goosen and Jim Furyk, who have combined to win three U.S. Opens, will complete the foursome of major champions that will compete in the 26th PGA Grand Slam of Golf, set for Oct. 13-15 in Bermuda.
Aldila's VooDoo shaft records seventh win of season at KLM Open
Aldila reports that the winner of the European Tour’s KLM Open used its VooDoo shaft, while The Barclays champion used the VS Proto hybrid.
Troubled Waters: Golf's Future in a Thirsty World
The National Golf Course Owners Association is set to release a report “Troubled Waters: Golf’s Future in a Thirsty World” that addresses the issue of water conservation and supply.
Former Aviation Executive Plants Feet On Ground, Turns To First Passion Byacquiring Total Golf Franchise
Steve Klassen acquires the Total Golf Adventures franchise for Collin County, Texas.
Manuel González, José Martín earn $10,000 grants to Michigan State
Michigan State University students Manuel Ángel González Loma and José Antonio Martín Quirós have each won $10,000 scholarships from the Royal Spanish Golf Federation, funded by The Environmental Institute for Golf.
San Diego Golf Academy Changes Name to Reflect Stellar Growth
The San Diego Golf Academy will now be known as the Golf Academy of America.
Nike Golf Introduces Series of Victory Red Irons for Golfers who Demand Tour Proven Craftsmanship, Performance and Forgiveness
Nike Golf introduces its premium line of Tour-inspired irons called Victory Red.
Cybergolf welcomes Buckeye Golf Packages in Columbus, OH. as its newest client
Cybergolf adds Buckeye Golf Packages in Columbus, Ohio, as its newest client and will custom design and host the company’s website and e-mail marketing newsletter system.
Troon Golf Announces Strategic Alliance With TDIC
Troon Golf forms an alliance with the Tourism Development and Investment Co., a leading Abu Dhabi tourism developer. The technical and operational alliance has been formulated to drive a future golf destinations network, which will encompass the entire emirate.
Eight OB Sports-Managed Golf Clubs Honored In Golf Magazine’s Top 100 You Can Play And Its First Ever State-By-State Rankings
OB Sports Management reports that eight of the courses it manages is ranked among Golf Magazine‘s “Top 100 Courses You Can Play” in its September issue.
