Dunning Sportswear signs Kyle Stanley to its roster of staff players.
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JoJo Robertson, Purdue University associate head coach, is named the head women’s coach at Texas Tech.
KBS Tour steel shafts on a roll at The Traveler's Championship
Femco Steel Technology reports that the winner and three other top-20 finishers at the Travelers Championship played KBS Tour shafts in their irons.
Sneak-Peek! – Inside Wilson Golf's R&D Center
MyGolfSpy.com provides an insider look at Wilson Golf’s research and development center.
Heavy Putter Used by Two Top-Five Finishers at European Tour's BMW International Open
Boccieri Golf confirms that its Heavy Putter was used by Rafa Echenique and Felipe Aguilar, who placed second and fourth, respectively, at the European Tour’s BMW International Open.
ActiveGolf Supplies Management Software and Tee-Time Marketing Solutions to River Golf & Country Club
ActiveGolf adds River Golf and Country Club in Louisburg, N.C., as its newest client, and will provide the club with golf management software and online tee time marketing.
Dixon Golf's Sean "The Beast" Fister To Appear at Legends Golf Classic August 2nd & 3rd
Dixon Golf staff player Sean “The Beast” Fister will play in the 2009 Legends Golf Classic, Aug. 2-3 at The Reserve Vineyards and Golf Club in Aloha, Ore. The event benefits Pacific University’s athletic program.
Cleveland® Golf/Srixon® Partners With One Club World Championship
Cleveland Golf/Srixon partners with the One Club Golf World Championship Series, scheduled for Feb. 24-25 in Las Vegas, Nev. Winners of each qualifier will receive a new Niblick hybrid iron from Cleveland Golf/Srixon.
Kyle Stanley, Nation's Top Amateur And College Golfer Turns Pro
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.
Bushnell® Introduces Yardage Pro XG And XGC Units
Bushnell Outdoor Products expands its GPS handheld offerings by introducing the Yardage Pro XG and Yardage Pro XGC. These new handhelds boast increased storability and provide the distance of the last shot, as well as to any point on the hole.
John Deere Classic Awards Sponsor Exemptions To Two Top Amateurs
The John Deere Classic awards sponsor exemptions to Mike Van Sickle, a first team All-American and Big East Player of the Year, and Zack Sucher, a University of Alabama-Birmingham graduate and eight-time winner last season. The tournament is set for July 9-12 at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Ill.
Iconic™ Sport Announces Apparel Sponsorships For Fashionista Tour Players Michelle Mcgann And Hannah Jun – Scripted Garments To Be Represented At U.S. Women’s Open.
Iconic Sport signs LPGA player Michelle McGann and Duramed Futures Tour player Hannah Jun to sponsorship agreements and each will wear the Iconic brand in their remaining 2009 tour events.
GCSAA CEO, 2008 U.S. Open host lauds efforts
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America chief executive officer Mark J. Woodward calls the efforts of Bethpage State Park’s Black Course superintendent Craig Currier, his staff and the more than 150 volunteers “amazing” and “inspirational” as they fought heavy rains to ensure the completion of the 2009 U.S. Open.
Macali Launches Successful Pat O’Brien Brand Blog & Website
Macali Communications launches www.patobriengolf.com, a Web site and blog for golf instructor Pat O’Brien.
Wegmans LPGA victory with Shaft Skinz®
Shaft Skinz reports on Jiyai Shin, who used the company’s decorated shafts en route to winning the Wegmans LPGA.
ECCO Named Official Footwear Supplier to the 2009 Solheim Cup
Ecco is named the official footwear supplier to the 2009 Solheim Cup and will create special, limited-edition Team USA and Team Europe shoes. The Solheim Cup is Aug. 17-23 at Rich Harvest Farms in Sugar Grove, Ill.
The Rookery At Marco To Host 2009 Family Golf Festival
The Rookery at Marco in Naples, Fla., will host its second Family Golf Festival, Saturday, July 18, 12-3 p.m.
Seller Of Counterfeit Golf Equipment Pleads Guilty, Sentence Was For 60 to 80 Months, Will Pay $253,000 In Restitution
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.
The Perfect Switch
Honma Golf Co. introduces the Perfect Switch, which is three putters in one. The putter comes with three adjustable heads varying in MOI, one torx wrench, two spare screws, two covers and a shaft with a laser grooved face.
TaylorMade-adidas Golf Tour Professional Kenny Perry Rocks R9 460 Driver to Victory at Travelers Championship
TaylorMade-adidas Golf tour staff professional Kenny Perry won his fifth tournament in the past 13 months, the Travelers Championship, and his first since switching to the new R9 460 driver. Also, tour staff player Lonnie Nielsen won the Dick’s Sporting Goods Open playing the R9 460.
