Business

Mizuno USA Inc. and Bettinardi Golf announces that the companies will not extend their exclusive partnership beyond 2009. Mizuno will continue to sell, market and service Mizuno Bettinardi putters through June 2010 and Bettinardi Golf will begin to sell and market putters under the Bettinardi name beginning in the fall.

Jamie Zimron, an LPGA Teaching professional who uses her knowledge in expertise in martial arts, psychology and fitness teaching, expands her KiAi Golf Instruction throughout Southern California.

Jamie Zimron, an LPGA Teaching professional who uses her knowledge in expertise in martial arts, psychology and fitness teaching, expands her KiAi Golf Instruction throughout Southern California.

Irongolf is auctioning off its assets, which are a URL and a gold and silver World Irongolf Championship belt. Assets have been appraised at $20,000.

The U.S. Golf Manufacturers Anti-Counterfeiting Working Group, comprised of Acushnet Co., Callaway Golf, Cleveland/Srixon Golf, Nike Golf, Ping and TaylorMade Golf Co. reports that the Shanghai Changning District Court recently convicted two principal violators – Shi-Feng and Shi-Chun-Ping – for selling counterfeit golf products. These convictions were the culmination of an enforcement action conducted after complaints were filed by the Group with the Public Security Bureau.

GolfBallSelector.com announces the development of programs to support fundraising efforts for charities, community organizations, golf and sports programs, and other causes.

SFX World signs Kyle Stanley, who made his professional debut at the Travelers Championship to a multi-year representation agreement and will exclusively manage all aspects of his business affairs.

SFX World signs Kyle Stanley, who made his professional debut at the Travelers Championship to a multi-year representation agreement and will exclusively manage all aspects of his business affairs.

Eaton Corp. reports that Warren Fondrie of Vass, N.C., pleaded guilty to 12 counts of selling counterfeit golf equipment, which included Golf Pride grips. Terms of his probation include paying restitution of more than $253,358 to his victims.

Evolve Golf announces that its products, specifically the Epoch and Vireo-S3 tees, are now available in 25 markets worldwide.

Evolve Golf announces that its products, specifically the Epoch and Vireo-S3 tees, are now available in 25 markets worldwide.

Lija makes Profit magazine’s top 100 list of Canada’s fastest-growing companies for a fifth consecutive year. The complete list is published in the June issue.

Lija makes Profit magazine’s top 100 list of Canada’s fastest-growing companies for a fifth consecutive year. The complete list is published in the June issue.

The VGM Club expands its supplier list with the addition of Labor Ready, a nationwide temporary staffing service with more than 600 locations. It also extends agreements with Star Trac Fitness and Choice Hotels International.

Eidolon Golf establishes international distribution through Sports Life Asia Ltd., who will build a network of dealers and fitting centers in the Pacific Rim that includes Southeast Asia, Japan, Korea, China, Australia, New Zealand, India and the Middle East.

Turnstile Publishing Co. acquires Vincent Publishing, a producer of event programs and custom publications. Turnstile Publishing is the parent company of several golf-specific titles, including Golfweek.

Fred Palmer, Club Car vice president of national accounts, along with 15 PGA Professionals and officials from New Mexico State University’s PGA Golf Management University program will speak about the varied career opportunities available to Native American youths at a clinic prior to the PGA Professional National Championship, June 28-July 1 in Santa Ana Pueblo, N.M.

Fred Palmer, Club Car vice president of national accounts, along with 15 PGA Professionals and officials from New Mexico State University’s PGA Golf Management University program will speak about the varied career opportunities available to Native American youths at a clinic prior to the PGA Professional National Championship, June 28-July 1 in Santa Ana Pueblo, N.M.

David Bergeron acquires a Total Golf Adventures franchise for the western Houston County, Texas, territory.

Links Video, a Chicago-based video production company, announces its opening.