ForeFront announces that its Datrek and Burton brands were both named to the 2008 Golf Digest “Hot List.” Datrek’s Zone cart bag received the highest gold recognition, while two Burton bags, including the Hybrid CXS and the Monoshock 100, received silver ratings.
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ProQuip Named As Preferred Weatherwear Supplier To European Ryder Cup Team In 2008 And 2010
Ryder Cup Europe announces that ProQuip will be the preferred weatherwear supplier to the European team this year and in 2010.
Golf Minnesota!
Minnesota is the featured destination on this week’s edition of the Where to Play Golf radio show.
Alpha C830.2 Plasma Achieves Top 10 Finish at the Bank of America Champions Tour
Alpha Golf reports that the sixth-place finisher at the Bank of America Championship used its C830.2 Plasma driver.
BRIEFLY
» Etcetera
Wolf Creek Utah in Eden, Utah, names Ryan Taylor as head golf professional, in addition to his current position as tournament director. … Springfield Golf Club in Fort Mill, S.C., is designated as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary through the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses. … Friends of Hawaii Charities Inc. celebrates its 10th anniversary by distributing a record $1,097,000 in grants to more than 140 Hawaii not-for-profit organizations. The funds were primarily raised through the Friends’ flagship fund-raising event – the Sony Open in Hawaii. … The much-anticipated re-opening of Brazell’s Creek Golf Course in Reidsville, Ga., is scheduled to re-open on July 15. The state park will now feature a full-length 18-hole golf course. … Trigelle names Nicole Dibble as the company’s new director of sales and marketing. … The John Harbottle/Johnny Miller-designed Timilick Tahoe is now open for play. … La Fresh introduces a new Golf Pack that includes specialized individual towelettes, fits any golf bag, and retails for $9.99. … The International Players Tour launches new districts in Florida and Virginia, providing an opportunity for new members to qualify for the $20,000 winner’s share at the 2008 Tour Championship.
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U.S. Open runner-up Rocco Mediate commits to play the Wyndham Championship, an event he won in 1993 and 2002. … Jason Gore, Jeff Quinney and Chris DiMarco commit to play the Legends at Sparks Marina Reno-Tahoe Open, July 28-Aug. 3. … Suzann Pettersen commits to play the P&G Beauty NW Arkansas Championship, July 4-6 in Rogers, Ark.
Twenty Duramed FUTURES Tour Members Tee It Up At U.S. Women's Open Championship
The Duramed Futures Tour reports that 20 of its members are competing in this week’s U.S. Women’s Open.
Sebonack Golf Club To Host 2013 U.S. Women's Open Championship
Sebonack Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y., has been selected by the U.S. Golf Association to host the 2013 U.S. Women’s Open Championship. The dates of the championship are June 27-30.
Linda Hipp, LIJA Founder, Named 'Design Star' by Golf For Women
Linda Hipp, founder of Lija, has been designated a “Design Star” by Golf For Women in the July/August issue.
Plantation Golf Resort & Spa Receives Green Certification From Florida's Department Of Environmental Protection
Plantation Golf Resort and Spa in Crystal River, Fla., is now certified as the newest member of the Florida Green Lodging Program.
Datrek & Burton Golf Bags Named To Prestigious 2008 Golf Digest "Hot List"
ForeFront announces that its Datrek and Burton brands were both named to the 2008 Golf Digest “Hot List.” Datrek’s Zone cart bag received the highest gold recognition, while two Burton bags, including the Hybrid CXS and the Monoshock 100, received silver ratings.
ECCO Tops Golf Fitness Magazine 2008 Footwear Rankings
Ecco announces that its World Class City GTX and ACE Hydromax golf shoes topped Golf Fitness Magazine’s 2008 Footwear Rankings in the “Men’s Classic” and “Ladies Hybrid” categories, respectively.
Golf Pride Is The Preferred Grip At The 2008 PGA Professional National Championship
Golf Pride reports that 80 percent of the players at the PGA Professional Championship used its grips.
2008 Putter’s Guide in the July Issue of Golf Tips MAGAZINE!
Golf Tips announces that its July issue will feature the 2008 Putter Buyer’s Guide.
Rhythm is the cement that puts the stroke together
EyeLine Golf introduces the Golf Metronome Pro to the tour at the U.S. Open and last week at the Travelers Championship.
Aldila launches VooDoo shaft featuring S-core Technology
Aldila launches its VooDoo shaft featuring S-core technology through leading manufacturers and distributors worldwide. The VooDoo will be included in several major manufacturer’s club introductions this fall. liver the club head to the ball every swing.
Softspikes and Pride Golf Tee Team-Up With Prestigious Folds Of Honor Foundation
PrideSports announces a unique marketing alliance with Folds of Honor Foundation. As part of this alliances, PrideSports will create specially-made USA-themed products, including red, white & blue Softspikes golf cleats, while donating a portion of proceeds back to the Foundation.
Rife Takes 3 Top Tens, Captures Darrell Survey at The Bank of America Championship
Rife reports that it putters captured three top-10 finishes at the Bank of America Championship.
Vision Brands, Inc. Announces Name Change From Sonic to Stial Grips
Vision Brands Inc. announces the name change of its golf grips from Sonic to Stial Grips.
Epoch Tee Used by Winner and Three Top-10 Finishers at Travelers Championship
Evolve Golf reports that three top-10 finishers at the Travelers Championship used its tees.
2008 Putter's Guide in the July Issue of Golf Tips MAGAZINE!
Golf Tips announces that its July issue will feature the 2008 Putter Buyer’s Guide.
