Instructor Jim McLean writes a new book on the golf swing, “The Slot Swing – The Proven Way to Hit Consistent and Powerful Shots Like the Pros.”
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Navistar LPGA Classic added to 2010 LPGA schedule
The LPGA and the Navistar LPGA Classic announce an extension for the tour’s annual stop in Prattville, Ala. The event, which is in its third year, is scheduled for 2010 at the Senator Course at the Capitol Hill course on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail.
Second Annual Know Your Score: Fight Prostate Cancer Celebrity Golf Tournament And Gala Raises More Than $65,000 For Prostate Cancer Research And Education
Myrtle Beach Golf Holiday announces that more than $65,000 was raised during the second annual Know Your Score: Fight Prostate Cancer Celebrity Tournament and Gala on Aug. 29. Since starting the prostate education and research campaign, the Myrtle Beach golf community has helped raised more than $205,000 for the Know Your Score: Fight Prostate Cancer and ZERO – the Project to End Prostate Cancer campaigns.
GolfLogix Wraps Best Golf GPS App with Top Cell Phone Accessories
GolfLogix announces the availability of its Smartphone Golf GPS gift set that includes the GolfLogix GPS application along with an external portable battery charger, a universal suction-cup mount for golf cart/dashboard mounting and a custom carrying case.
Just Fore You™ Supports EWGA’s 1st Annual Rally for the Cure
Just Fore You, maker of golf-inspired jewelry, will support the Brevard/Space Coast chapter of the EWGA in its first Rally for the Cure tournament, Oct. 3 in Melbourne, Fla. The event benefits the central Florida affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, supporting breast cancer research.
Just Fore You™ Supports EWGA's 1st Annual Rally for the Cure
Just Fore You, maker of golf-inspired jewelry, will support the Brevard/Space Coast chapter of the EWGA in its first Rally for the Cure tournament, Oct. 3 in Melbourne, Fla. The event benefits the central Florida affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, supporting breast cancer research.
New Web Site is THE Resource Center for Golfers around the world
TourResourceCenter.com launches and provides golfers and caddies information and resources to develop an on-line schedule for competitive play at all levels.
Rolex celebrates a decade with the Black Knight at the Gary Player Invitational
Rolex extends its sponsorship with the Gary Player Invitational, scheduled for Nov. 26-29 at The Links, Fancourt in George, South Africa.
Golf World Announces Results Of First Men’s College Coaches’ Poll Of The Fall Season
Oklahoma State received 14 of 25 first-place votes and is No. 1 in the first Golf World/Nike Golf Division I Coaches’ Poll of the fall season. Rounding out the top five are Washington (No. 2), Stanford (No. 3), Alabama (No. 4) and Arizona State (No. 5).
Limited Number Of 2010 U.S. Open Tickets Available
The U.S. Golf Association reports that a limited number of tickets are available for the 2010 U.S. Open Championship, scheduled for June 14-20 at Pebble Beach Golf Links. Since the completion of the general public random drawing in August, all remaining tickets are now being sold online.
Golf World Announces Results Of First Men's College Coaches' Poll Of The Fall Season
Oklahoma State received 14 of 25 first-place votes and is No. 1 in the first Golf World/Nike Golf Division I Coaches’ Poll of the fall season. Rounding out the top five are Washington (No. 2), Stanford (No. 3), Alabama (No. 4) and Arizona State (No. 5).
NCPGA Announces Benefit
The Northern California PGA Foundation announces its second annual fundraising event, “The Langley, A Tribute to Legends,” scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 4, followed by a pro-am tournament on Monday, Oct. 5. The event will honor long-time PGA Tour player and CBS analyst Ken Venturi and former Northern California PGA Board president Steve Menchinella.
Local Qualifying For 2010 U.S. Open Exempt From Condition Of Competition For New Groove Rules
The U.S. Golf Association will adopt the new groove rules as a condition of competition for the 2010 U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open and U.S. Senior Open starting with the sectional (final stage) qualifying events for each of the three championships. The condition of competition regarding grooves will not be in effect at local (first stage) qualifying events for the 2010 U.S. Open Championship. “We plan to adopt the condition of competition for all stages of Open qualifying in 2011, but 2010 will be a transitional year for the 9,000 players who typically try to qualify for the U.S. Open,” said Mike Davis, USGA senior director of Rules and Competitions. “The important point is that any player who is one step from making it into any of the three Open championships will be playing with clubs that conform to this new condition of competition.”
SeeMore Congratulates Pat O’Brien for Tour Teaching Success in 2009
SeeMore Putter Co. reports on company ambassador Pat O’Brien, director of instruction at Lakewood Country Club in Dallas, who has instructed five players that have qualified for the FedEx Cup Playoffs each of the past two seasons.
SeeMore Congratulates Pat O'Brien for Tour Teaching Success in 2009
SeeMore Putter Co. reports on company ambassador Pat O’Brien, director of instruction at Lakewood Country Club in Dallas, who has instructed five players that have qualified for the FedEx Cup Playoffs each of the past two seasons.
Hank Haney International Junior Golf Academy Announces Partnership With Mexican Golf Federation
Hank Haney International Junior Golf Academy partnership with the Mexican Golf Federation. The Mexican Golf Federation is the governing body of amateur golf for Mexico under the United States Golf Association (USGA), which oversees both the United States and Mexico.
National to Host Harris Teeter Senior Tour Championship
The Harris Teeter Senior Amateur Tour schedules its season-finale championship for National Golf Club in Southern Pines, N.C., Nov. 17-18.
New Bag Specific to the Micro Cart™
Sun Mountain kicks off its 2010 catalog by introducing the Micro Cart Bag, designed specifically to fit the Micro Cart and offering a new 15-way top for golfers using any cart. The 2010 MCB will be available later this month in men’s and women’s styles with a full-suggested retail of $209.
almostGOLF to Host Additional Tour Stops on 2009 College Tour
AlmostGolf adds fall stops to its 2009 College Tour – Sept. 18, Lipscomb University, Nashville, Tenn.; Sept. 19, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio; Oct. 22, University of West Florida, Pensacola, Fla.
New Bag Specific to the Micro Cart™
Sun Mountain kicks off its 2010 catalog by introducing the Micro Cart Bag, designed specifically to fit the Micro Cart and offering a new 15-way top for golfers using any cart. The 2010 MCB will be available later this month in men’s and women’s styles with a full-suggested retail of $209.
