Media

Golf Channel: Launches its new online travel platform – TravelGolf, which provides information about the best places around the world to play golf and access to a host of other services. “This new brand will benefit greatly from the resources of the world’s number one golf television network, which is creating various platforms to not only help golfers enjoy and improve their games, but also to help grow the game of golf,” said Gene Pizzolato, chief operating officer for Golf Channel New Media Ventures.

The Hackers Paradise: Creates a Youtube channel to allow consumers to watch industry specific video content that is exclusive to the company. “THP TV on our home page has been so successful that we wanted to go one step further and help the industry reach even more people directly,” said Josh Babbitt, president, THP.

International Network of Golf: Announces the 11 category winners of the 17th ING Media Awards. James Frank and Darin Bunch placed first in two categories, respectively.

GolfTalk Live: Philadelphia-based radio show received an Outstanding Achievement Award in the International Network of Golf’s Industry Honors radio category.

TheHackersParadise.com: PGA Merchandise Show coverage is now available in the website’s industry forum. More than 5,000 images and 100 videos are available.

TheGolfersNation.com: Dr. Rob Neal hosts “The Jim McLean Lesson” and explains the benefits of 3D golf biodynamics.

Golf Inc: To print four print and digital issues in 2010, and names Troon Golf Management, Cybex International, The Toro Company and Foley & Lardner all signed on as premiere partners. “We are excited by the advertising support, and the call from readers for a continued print presence for Golf Inc.,” said Katina Cavagnarro, publisher of Golf Inc.

Callaway Golf: Company and CBS Sports reach an agreement in which Callaway Golf becomes a presenting sponsor of the Super Bowl Today pregame show on Sunday, Feb. 7. The partnership marks the first ever Super Bowl pregame sponsorship by a stand-alone golf company.

TheHackersParadise.com: PGA Merchandise Show coverage is now available in the website’s industry forum. More than 5,000 images and 100 videos are available.

Callaway Golf: Company and CBS Sports reach an agreement in which Callaway Golf becomes a presenting sponsor of the Super Bowl Today pregame show on Sunday, Feb. 7. The partnership marks the first ever Super Bowl pregame sponsorship by a stand-alone golf company.

Speaking of Golf: Actor John O’Hurley and Golf Digest apparel critic Marty Hackel are featured guests on the radio show’s Saturday, Jan. 30, episode. The Asheville, NC, based show airs 9-11 a.m. on radio and live internet streaming.

Golf World: Publishes its annual 100 Best Golf Shops list in the Feb. 1 issue. This marks the 25th consecutive year of the listing that recognizes the best private, resort, public and off-course golf shops.

Speaking of Golf: Actor John O’Hurley and Golf Digest apparel critic Marty Hackel are featured guests on the radio show’s Saturday, Jan. 30, episode. The Asheville, NC, based show airs 9-11 a.m. on radio and live internet streaming.

Golf World: Publishes its annual 100 Best Golf Shops list in the Feb. 1 issue. This marks the 25th consecutive year of the listing that recognizes the best private, resort, public and off-course golf shops.

GolfLasVegasNow.com: Reports on Vegas’ Alex Prugh contending for first PGA Tour win at Bob Hope Classic.

GolfLasVegasNow.com: Reports on Vegas’ Alex Prugh contending for first PGA Tour win at Bob Hope Classic.

Golf World: Announces that writer and author John Feinstein has been named a contributing writer for the magazine. “Bringing John on board continues our commitment toward delivering the most complete, accurate and insightful news to our readers,” said Mr. Russell, Golf World editor-in-chief, of Feinstein, who will contribute 10 to 12 articles per year.. “John’s accomplishments as a sports journalist are second to none and we’re excited to see his work appear in the pages of Golf World.”

GolfTalkLive.net Tony Leodora, host of the GolfTalk Live radio show, will blog from this week’s PGA Merchandise show. His blogs will appear daily through Jan. 31.

Golfing Magazine: To run a promotional contest for attendees at the PGA Show, the details of which will be announced at the show.

TheGolfersNation.com: The site’s TGN Fitness Center adds a second contributor to its roster, Ben Shear, director of golf performance at Athletic Edge. Shear’s first episode on TGN Fitness Center airs tonight, Tuesday, at 8 p.m. ET.