Cape Fear National, an 18-hole Tim Cate-designed course that is part of a master planned coastal community located 10 minutes south of Wilmington, N.C., on US Hwy 17, is set to open in fall 2009.
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THE Golf Mat Receives 2008 ScoreGolf 'Research and Development' Award
National Golf Products reports that its practice system, The Golf Mat, has received the 2008 Research and Development Award from ScoreGolf magazine.
keri golf Introduces 2009 'matty' Accessories Collection
Keri Golf announces the debut of an expanded accessories line for 2009 that will feature a new shuttle duffel and bucket tote, alongside the classic sporty tote, as part of its Matty Collection.
Aldila's VooDoo® drives Mercedes-Benz Championship winner to victory
Aldila reports that the winner of the Mercedes-Benz Championship played its VooDoo shaft.
Las Vegas Pros Honored for Excellence; Nicklaus' First Words About Reflection Bay; Gamez' Record at Painted Desert
GolfLasVegasNow.com reports on several PGA of America pros being honored by the Southwest Section, Las Vegas chapter and Jack Nicklaus‘ first comments on Reflection Bay Golf Club.
Pierce County Extends Chambers Bay Contract with KemperSports Through U.S. Open
Pierce County, Wash. extends its management agreement with KemperSports to operate Chambers Bay Golf Course beyond the 2015 U.S. Open.
New 2009 Pro V1 Golf Balls In Play At Kapalua
Titleist reports that of the 20 players using Titleist balls at the season-opening Mercedes-Benz Championship, 10 were playing the New Pro V1 or Pro V1x for the first time in PGA Tour competition. The balls will be available in golf shops in February.
TaylorMade-adidas Golf Reduces Workforce
TaylorMade-Adidas Golf Co. announces a workforce reduction of 70 employees from across all areas of the company, a direct response to today’s uncertain global economic climate.
STINGR Solutions LLC to Donate a Portion of GRIP2 Golf Umbrella Sales to the Wounded Warrior Project
Stingr Solutions LLC will donate a portion of its Grip2 golf umbrella sales to the Wounded Warrior Project. The Grip2 will be introduced at the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 29-31 in Orlando, Fla.
USGA Announces 2009 Handicap Seminars
The U.S. Golf Association announces the dates and locations of 22 Handicap seminars that will be conducted across the country this year.
Mitchell Golf Offers $100 Instant Rebate On Its Putter Fitting System At PGA Merchandise Show
Mitchell Golf Equipment Co. is offering a $100 instant rebate on its putter fitting system at the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 29-31 in Orlando, Fla.
KemperSports Announces Scott Heyn as General Manager at Black Gold Golf Club
KemperSports announces Scott Heyn as general manager of Black Gold Golf Club in Yorba Linda, Calif. Heyn returns to Black Gold after having served as the club’s director of golf from 2006 until earlier this year.
Victoria Hills Golf Academy Welcomes Players of All Skill Levels
Victoria Hills Golf Club in Deland, Fla., introduces the Victoria Hills Golf Academy, a series of group courses helping all levels of golfers improve their games that will begin on Jan. 17.
Ka’anapali Golf Resort to Host 2009 Wendy’s Champions SKINS Game
Ka’anapali Golf Resort‘s Royal Ka’anapali Course in Lahaina, Hawaii, will host the 22nd Wendy’s Champions Skins Game, Jan. 17-18, for the second consecutive year.
Devant Unveils 2009 Sir Christopher Hatton Golf Towel Line
Devant Sport Towels unveils the 2009 Sir Christopher Hatton Golf Towel Line. Highlighted by the premium Versatility Series, all models in the line offer unique customization technology, allowing for a club or event logo to be built into the towel’s body.
Jaime Banuelos Receives 2008 Marriott Golf Grounds Scholarship
Jaime Banuelos receives the 2008 Marriott Golf Grounds Scholarship, which is annually awarded to an outstanding student enrolled in a Turf Management-related program at the University of Arizona. Banuelos received a Bachelor of Science degree in Crop Production in December and is currently enrolled in the university’s Masters program.
Adams Golf’s Leadership Position Recognized with Four 2009 Hot List Gold Awards
Adams Golf‘s Speedline driver, Idea Tech a4 and a4OS hybrids and irons are recognized on Golf Digest‘s “2009 Hot List.” All received gold awards.
Shula’s Unlimited Golf Promo By Golfpac Travel
Golfpac Travel is promoting the “Shula’s Unlimited Golf Promo,” which includes two days and nights starting at $318.25 per golfer. Travel to Shula’s Hotel and Golf Club, located in Miami Lakes, Fla., in 2009 to enjoy unlimited golf on the Senator Course.
Bushnell and Laser Technology Sue the Brunton Company and Others for Patent Infringement
Bushnell Inc. and Laser Technology Inc. sue the Brunton Co., American Technologies Network Corp., LS Global LLC, Sellmark Corp. and Lanshuo Photoelectric Science and Technology Co. for patent infringement. The lawsuit alleges that the defendants are infringing several Bushnell and Laser Technology patents covering various proprietary laser rangefinder technologies.
Sandler Training Continues Sponsorship Program with PGA TOUR Golfers for the 2009 Season
Sandler Training, a sales and leadership management franchise, renews its sponsorship agreements with Woody Austin, John Rollins and Omar Uresti for 2009.
