G/FORE’S Golf Gloves Get an Update

LOS ANGELES, CA – Luxury lifestyle brand and golf footwear innovator, G/FORE is thrilled to announce the next generation of their successful and ultra colorful golf glove line.

The original that started it all, G/FORE’s flagship gloves provide golfers with unparalleled construction, quality, fit, and feel. Upgraded for the new season and precision-crafted from premium AA Cabretta leather, they fit snug like a second skin and align with USGA standards, elevating a player’s look and game. They’re strategically perforated to increase air flow and feature an adjustable hook & loop closure for the ideal fit. Available in a carefully curated range of colorways, the extra comfortable gloves provide undeniable grip and pair with any complementing outfit—there’s one for everybody.

As recent PGA Tour winner Thomas Detry has said, they’re “amazing, honestly they’re so soft, I mean the quality of the leather has always been great—that’s why I’ve been wearing them for eight years.” Endorsements don’t get better than that.

Visit G/FORE Golf HERE

Book Your Lansdowne Resort Golf Outing Now Mulligan Golf Package Offers Maximum Fun for Groups of Eight to 24 Players

LEESBURG, VA – While the calendar says winter, mid-week bookings for the 2025 golf season are coming in fast and furious to Lansdowne Resort, which is conveniently situated on 500 rolling acres along the Potomac River in Virginia’s Loudoun County and minutes from Dulles International Airport (IAD).

Golf groups are jumping on this value-laden two-night, three-day package that includes spacious accommodations, two $75 dinner credits for each golfer, breakfast in the Riverside Hearth Restaurant each morning, and a round of golf on the Resort’s two award-winning, 18-hole courses. Box lunches are provided during the golf rounds.

The Robert Trent Jones, Jr. Golf Course is a 7,063-yard, par-72, that provides mental challenges with risk and reward holes.  While friendly, the strategic layout demands the player’s best play – regardless of skill level.  Tackling this course promises to be memorable, especially with the gang in tow.

The Greg Norman Golf Course’s 7,332-yard par-72 layout winds through a mature hardwood forest and adjacent to rocky outcroppings. While considered challenging, the Norman Course remains enjoyable for everyday golfers, with tees that fit a multitude of skill levels – including the memorable “island tees” on the par-4, first hole.

To settle any bets or for a friendly, post-round match, the resort features a nine-hole course, also designed by Norman, called Sharkbite. Five sets of tees deliver a total yardage of just over 2,300 from the back tees. Guests may play here for an additional fee.

Besides the three golf course options, Lansdowne Resort has a double-sided practice range, a golf academy for all levels of players, and is among the few instructional facilities in the mid-Atlantic to offer GEARS, an advanced biomechanics system to capture every swing motion, then analyze it–-from address to follow-through. In need of a quick game fix?  Brian Rogish, listed among Golf Digest’s “Best Young Teachers in America” (2025-26), is available for lessons or group instruction.

A minimum of eight players is required to book the package and it is available for up to 24 golfers.  Alcoholic beverages, resort fees, and taxes are not included in the package rate.  Restrictions and blackout days apply.

Visit Lansdowne Resort HERE

The Sun Mountain Stand Bag, Reinvented

MISSOULA, MT – Sun Mountain is reinventing the modern stand bag with the new-for-2025 Eclipse E-Series. Performance golf bags in the E-Series include the E-2.5, E-3.5, and E-3.5 14-way. Notable advancements include the Internal Compression Bottom and new duratech mesh shaft protection. E-Series is available now.

Bags in the new Eclipse E-Series are the E-2.5 offering a 7.5”, 4-way top with 9 pockets offering capacity of 17.9L; E-3.5 with an 8.5”, 4-way top, and 11 pockets with 21.8L capacity; and the E-3.5 14-way with an 8.75”, 14-way top, and 11 pockets with capacity of 21.8L. All three bags in the series feature the Internal Compression Bottom, zip-off ball pocket, and new duratech mesh shaft protection.

The Internal Compression Bottom is the latest step in Sun Mountain’s continual improvement on the patented technology they brought to market nearly 40 years ago. This new bottom eliminates the standard foot mechanism that activates stand bag legs and uses a unique, two-piece hinged bottom in its place. Not only is this new Internal Compression Bottom easy to activate when used as a carry bag but it’s also more cart-friendly when the bag is used on riding carts or push carts.

E-Series golf bags are offered in a broad range of colors including the expected black and navy, the ever-popular navy/white/red, the unique snow camo, and the limited-edition forest/sport navy/red as a tribute to the original Eclipse golf bag circa 1986.

Visit Sun Mountain Golf HERE

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Players Distance Like Never Before: TaylorMade Introduces All-New P·790 Irons

CARLSBAD, CA – TaylorMade writes the latest chapter in the P·Series irons story with the release of the all-new P·790 irons. Dubbed as the irons that created a category of their own, Players Distance, the new P·790 irons deliver increased carry distance, premium forged feel, and a larger sweet spot to give golfers added consistency and performance. 

P·790 irons will be available for preorder on Feb. 18 at TaylorMadeGolf.com and available for purchase in retail outlets on Mar. 13 for $1,399.99 USD in steel shafts and $1,499.99 USD in graphite shafts for a seven-piece set.

A New Face Material for More Speed, More Consistently

The all-new P·790 irons utilize a new forged face material – 4340M. This material is 20% stronger, allowing engineers to design the face thinner and faster than previous models. These properties increase the coefficient of restitution (COR). As a result, golfers experience faster ball speeds and longer carry distances.^#

Compared to the previous model of P·790 irons, the use of 4340M material allows golfers to realize up to a 24% larger sweet spot*. This translates to consistent distance from the top of the set to the bottom.

^# Ball speed and distance claim based on player testing vs. 2023 P∙790.

* Comparison vs. 2023 P·790 7-iron. 

Individual Head Optimization for Premium Forged Feel

A primary goal in the design of P·790 irons was to deliver exceptional feel and sound. Through the use of T-modal analysis, each head has been strategically engineered to control the frequencies that ultimately dictate feel and sound at impact.

Easy Launch and More Stability

• The all-new P·790 irons are also some of the most stable TaylorMade has ever made. That’s due to strategic repositioning of up to 40g of tungsten internally, and FLTD CG that positions the CG lowest in long irons for easier launch and playability, and progressively higher in the shorter irons for precise spin, distance and trajectory control. Tungsten weighting has been moved lower in the long irons, thus lowering the CG.
• As the set progresses up through the 7-iron, the tungsten weight shifts closer to the toe. This increases both stability and MOI in the middle of the set, further enhancing forgiveness and delivering consistent distance and overall performance.
• Tungsten isn’t found in the 8-iron through pitching wedge allowing the CG to sit higher in the head where it enhances control.
  

Proven TaylorMade Technologies 

• Thick-Thin Back Wall Construction features honeycombed cutouts puzzled across the internal back wall to remove excess weight from above the strike zone. This allows engineers to strategically position more weight lower in the clubhead to achieve consistent performance characteristics. In short, mass placement has been optimized in each individual club. 
• A Thru-Slot Speed Pocket is also found in the 4-7 irons. This feature expands the sweet spot toward the lower part of the face where most mishits occur and protects ball speeds which ultimately translates to consistent distance.
• SpeedFoam Air also fills the hollow body construction of P·790 irons further ensuring the crisp, responsive feel golfers desire.  

Players Shaping

• P·790 irons have been upgraded with a new premium player’s inspired shape that is both inviting and aspirational. The topline width has slimmed down while each sole has been uniquely designed. The long irons feature an increased sole radius with a progressive beveled leading edge through the set for consistent turf interaction and improved impact locations.
  
• Aesthetically, the P·790 logo is centered on the back of P·790 irons instead of on the bottom heel where it’s been found in previous generations. This new location is in line with the rest of the P·Series family.
• Each head features a Tour Satin Scratch finish providing an elegant, clean look. The backbar has a mirrored finish. Machined texture is found just below the centered P·790 logo adding to the rich, high-end visual presentation.

Specs

P·790 irons are available in 4-iron through approach wedge in both right and left-handed. The stock steel shaft is the KBS Tour which is available in regular, stiff and extra-stiff flex. The stock graphite shaft is the Mitsubishi Chemical MMT in 75S, 65R and 55A. The stock grip is the Golf Pride Z-Grip 52g 0.580 (Black/Grey). Shaft customization and upgrades are available at TaylorMadeGolf.com.

Visit TaylorMade Golf HERE

Tour Edge Unveils the All-New Hot Launch 525 Series, Introducing a New Era of Game-Improvement Golf Clubs

BATAVIA, IL – Today Tour Edge introduced their all-new Hot Launch 525 Series, a groundbreaking line of game-improvement golf clubs designed to elevate the performance of golfers demanding distance and forgiveness.

Available at retail starting March 1, 2025, the Hot Launch 525 Series introduces the game-changing X-range for the first time in the brand’s best-selling Hot Launch family.

The Hot Launch 525 Series has been meticulously crafted with a focus on enhancing both the aesthetics and performance of the clubs. Drawing from Tour Edge’s proven Exotics technology and innovations, the series offers a new level of performance for golfers seeking more distance, forgiveness, and ease of play.

The Hot Launch 525 Series consists of two distinct ranges: the X-range and the E-range, each designed to meet specific player needs through advanced driver, fairway, hybrid, iron, and wedge designs.

• X-range: Super-Game-Improvement clubs with anti-slice offset designs and extremely low CG positions, featuring ultra-shallow faces that promote easy launch and consistent playability.
• E-range: Premium Game-Improvement clubs inspired by Exotics technology, offering class-leading MOI and enhanced forgiveness, power, and accuracy.

Hot Launch X525 Series

Hot Launch X525 Driver
The Extreme Game Improvement X525 Driver is designed to radically improve your game by providing effortless launch, consistent playability, and maximum forgiveness across the entire face. The 460cc Titanium driver is incredibly stable at impact thanks to an anti-slice heel-positioned back weight that creates an extremely high MOI surpassing 5,000 grams per cubic centimeter squared for top in-line stability.

Hot Launch X525 Fairway Metal & Hybrid
The 17-4 stainless-steel X525 metals provides the ultimate in slice-fighting technology with heel-weighted offset designs, allowing the face to square up at impact for a straighter ball flight. Tour Edge engineers have strategically positioned extra mass in the patented Houdini Sole to create an ultra-low CG that greatly improves stability and increases launch.

Hot Launch X525 Iron
The X525 ironwood is an extreme-playability iron designed to make miss-hits and slices go straighter. Hollow-body perimeter weighting produces the distance properties of a metal in an iron-like design, providing an effortless ease of launch due to the clubhead’s extremely low and rearward CG. The X525 iron is available as a full set or individually in every lift to fill every possible distance gap.

Hot Launch X525 Wedge
The extremely deep undercut cavity of the X525 Wedge dramatically lowers the CG for the ultimate in wedge forgiveness. It redistributes mass for enhanced flight control and creates a higher launch with increased spin for extreme playability from the sand and rough. An oversized face design provides more striking area for players seeking an extreme game improvement wedge.

Hot Launch E525 Family

Hot Launch E525 Driver
The E525 Driver is designed for players seeking a more traditional shape, offering optimal launch and spin rates with maximum MOI properties for enhanced ease of use, forgiveness, and accuracy. The premium 6-4 Titanium head is powered by a deep 360° Cup Face that increases the amount of face flexing on off-center hits to achieve higher ball speeds and creates a more solid feel.

Hot Launch E525 Fairway Metal & Hybrid
Featuring MOI-boosting rear sole weights and Ridgeback Technology, the E525 fairway metals and hybrids deliver high-launching shots with optimized spin rates and maximum ball speed.

Hot Launch E525 Iron
The E525 Irons are made from an extremely soft 431 Stainless Steel for a superior feel with maximum distance and forgiveness properties. The iron is for the player seeking a more traditional shape designed to deliver more consistent shot making with added power. An enhanced feel is provided by the VIBRCOR technology located behind the hitting area.

Hot Launch E525 Wedge
The E525 wedge is designed to provide perfect control and spin around the greens for every level of golfer. A proprietary VIBRCOR TPU is strategically placed in the deep undercut pocket to create a feel-enhancing internal technology that creates a distinct feel of the clubhead at impact that dampens sound and shock at impact.

High-Performance Shaft Options
Each club in the 525 Series comes equipped with an extremely lightweight UST Mamiya Helium graphite shaft featuring Nanocore Technology for increased clubhead speed and consistency. The True Temper Elevate MPH 95 steel shaft is also available in the 525 irons and wedges for maximum launch and carry distance.

Visit Tour Edge HERE

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More than any other sport golf demands both patience and high-level skill sets. People worldwide have come to love golf because of top-performing players who have raised the sport to unprecedented levels. Through their outstanding play, these famous athletes established successful sports legacies. We examine the path and works of the golfers who changed the game to understand their effect on the sport and golf development.

Golfing Legends Who Changed the Game

The best golfers ever not only played the game but transformed how everyone experiences it. These successful players taught new generations why golf matters and raised its popularity worldwide. While it is hard to precisely know who the greatest golfer of all time is, the players listed below have changed the game.

Arnold Palmer

During modern times Arnold Palmer became the first golfer to reach superstar status. As “The King” of golf Arnold Palmer brought fans into the game through his engagement with both players and spectators which helped make golf a popular sport for everyone. People around the world knew him because his natural charm made him a beloved figure in both golf and life.

Achievements and Legacy:

• He earned seven major tournament titles during his career with four Masters titles.
• By co-founding The Golf Channel Palmer drove golf to more people.
• Through his events, Palmer created “Arnie’s Army” which grew into a traveling fan base.

Fun Fact: After Arnold Palmer enjoyed a special combination of iced tea and lemonade the drink earned its name: Arnold Palmer.

Jack Nicklaus 

The Golden Bear Jack Nicklaus leads golf history as the player who won the most major tournaments with 18 championships. Jack Nicklaus’ golf skills made him one of the best players in history. Beyond being a top player Nicklaus took a leading role in creating world-class golf courses.

Achievements and Skills: 

• He claimed 73 PGA Tour wins plus 18 major championships including his record six Masters titles.
• His mental strength keeps him playing longer than his rivals can stand in tough conditions.
• He designed over 300 golf courses across worldwide locations that bring elegance and difficulty together.

Although he had achieved impressive success through golf tournaments and course designs Nicklaus openly revealed that he was nervous before each round.

Tiger Woods

People place golf icon Tiger Woods at the top when they talk about the golfers who wielded the game’s greatest power ever. Through his physical talents and strong determination, Tiger Woods changed how golf was viewed across the world. When Woods performs his best under high-stakes moments he takes sports history to new levels.

Achievements and Cultural Impact: 

• He won 15 major events including five Masters titles.
• Holds the record for the most weeks ranked No. 1 in the world: 683 weeks.
• His achievements changed traditional golf rules and helped bring many different athletes into the sport.

Tiger Woods’ real first name is Eldrick, and the nickname “Tiger” was given to him in honor of a friend of his father.

John Daly

People find John Daly both fascinating and at times unpredictable because he plays golf the same way he leads his personal life. People love Daly for his authentic personality and natural golf style which features powerful hits.

Playing Style and Casino Connection:

• Winner of two major championships: Daly won titles in 1991 and 1995 during the PGA Championship and Open Championship tournaments.
• People remember him for both his long drives and his daring mindset on the course.

Apart from golf John Daly shows his big personality through his enthusiasm for casino activities, and the lesson to take away is to play responsibly when it comes to trying out new casinos and games. It comes as no surprise that Daly enjoyed blackjack and slots, as many celebrities and athletes are drawn to the casino atmosphere and excitement. Daly announced he had spent millions playing cards but liked the excitement of gambling more than winning money. The golf champion has openly talked about his gambling habits and losses, which has impacted a lot of fans. His unique personality combined with his casino stories is what makes him one of golf’s unique figures. 

Iconic Moments and Shots in Golf History 

Displaying great technique plus well-planned action and courageous performance produces exhilarating moments in golf history. Success in golf history through iconic shots in golf inspires fans around the world.

• Jack Nicklaus’ 1972 U.S. Open 1-Iron Shot: Nicklaus achieved golf immortality when he struck a 1-iron right into the flag at Pebble Beach’s 17th hole.
• Tiger Woods’ 2005 Masters Chip: Woods made golf history at the 16th when he chipped the ball towards the cup and it hovered on the edge before sinking, triggering a wild reaction from fans.
• Arnold Palmer’s 1960 U.S. Open Comeback: After facing a seven-stroke deficit Palmer proved his determination through a thrilling victory.
• John Daly’s Monster Drives: Through his driving performances Daly set a new standard for long shots before today’s players achieved it regularly.

By embodying their talents these performers revealed the distinctive skill that top golfers own, their impressive pressure management.

What Sets the Greatest Golfers Apart? 

The best golfers of all time have traits that make them stand head and shoulders above other players. Below we analyze what sets the best golf players apart. 

Mental Toughness
The game of golf needs players to maintain deep concentration at all times, unlike any other competitive sport. The best golfers ever excelled at tough moments by proving that command over their mental state equals command over their golf swing.

Physical Skills
Every great golfer had different physical abilities showing up during their games. People were amazed by Daly’s extended tee shots yet no player hit shots more accurately than Nicklaus.

Strategic Thinking
Every aspect of golf depends on intelligent decision-making more than it depends on your physical abilities. Nicklaus won through front planning his shots while Palmer followed a powerful attacking style that built audience support. 

Connection with Fans
People around the world followed these golfers because of their lively personalities combined with their impressive achievements. Golf newcomers understand that winning in this sport requires both consistent practice and ongoing dedication to the sport.

Final Thoughts

Renowned golf players created the sport’s history by building its popularity worldwide. When players like Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, and John Daly took to the course they shared their unwavering determination alongside creative passion and a deep love of golf.

Nicklaus and Daly stood out as golf icons thanks to their exceptional individual skills which defined exceptional golf player characteristics. Rising stars in golf use their examples to show that the future of golf looks just as promising as its history.

Learning to golf begins by learning from the best performers in golf history. These great golfers still lead their sport by example because they take their skills and love for the game to new heights.

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San Diego, CA – Ludvig Åberg has won the 2025 Genesis Invitational.  With a final round of 66, he would score 12-under for the tournament.  This marks his second PGA Tour title.  Along with the win, and 700 FedEx Cup points (enough to move into the top spot), he earned $4 million in tournament earnings. 

Due to the recent fires in the Los Angeles area, this year the Genesis invitational was moved to be played at Torrey Pines, the same location that hosted the Farmer’s Insurance Open just a few weeks ago.  While historically this tournament has been held at Riviera, the change in scenery didn’t affect Åberg for the worse.  

For most of the day, it seemed that Maverick McNealy was destined to earn his second PGA Tour title.  After shooting a 30 on the front nine of his final round, it seemed like the tournament was his to lose.  However, Åberg dug deep to pull out the win.  He went four under in his last six holes, culminating with a birdie putt on the last to snatch the tournament by a single stroke.  McNealy’s lone bogey of the day on his 14th hole is the only thing that kept him from being in a playoff for the title.  He would would finish just one behind with a score of 11-under. 

Being a signature event on the PGA Tour, there was serious star-power nipping at Åberg’s heels.  Those names included the likes of Scottie Scheffler, Patrick Cantlay, Tommy Fleetwood and Tony Finau.  Scheffler would go finish in third at 9-under par, while the other three would all finish in a tie for fourth place, at 8-under par. 

The next PGA Tour event will be an international one, The Mexico Open at VidantaWorld in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico.  There, Jake Knapp will be headlining the group of competitors as the defending champion.  While many of the top players will be taking a week off following Genesis, Knapp won’t be the only one playing.  The field will also include the likes of Akshay Bhatia, Padraig Harrington, Nicolai Hojgaard, and the 17-year-old Blades Brown.

Ludvig Åberg’s What’s In The Bag:

Driver: Titleist GT2 (9° in D4 setting) / Fujikura Ventus Black 6 X 

3 Wood: TaylorMade Stealth 2 (15°) / Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 8 X 

7 Wood: TaylorMade Stealth 2 (21°) / Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 9 X 

Irons: Titleist T100 (4-PW) / KBS Tour 130 X 

Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (50° 08F, 54° 10S, 60° 08M) / KBS Tour 130 X

Putter: Odyssey White Hot Versa #1

Ball: Titleist Pro V1x

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PXG Unveils the New PXG Black Ops Ultra Lite Driver — A Game-Changer for Golfers Seeking Speed and Forgiveness

SCOTTSDALE, AZ – PXG, the world-class golf equipment and apparel company, has expanded its award-winning PXG Black Ops Collection with the introduction of the PXG® Black Ops® Ultra Lite Driver. This exceptional new offering is engineered to benefit amateur golfers with slower swing speeds. The result: a much lighter club that is easy to swing and for many players easier to swing faster!

The PXG Black Ops Ultra Lite Driver features a lightweight design with a clubhead mass of 189 grams, which is 14 grams lighter than the standard PXG Black Ops Driver. The clubhead mass is also adjustable between 179 grams and 196.5 grams leveraging PXG’s signature Precision Weighting Technology. With a single rear weight port, this driver has a deeper center of gravity (CG) that increases both forgiveness and consistency and enhances stability.

The new driver also features PXG’s proprietary AMF (Advanced Material Face) Technology. Optimized with a variable thickness design, the face delivers increased ball speed for more distance. The non-uniform bulge and roll face design is refined and manufactured consistently through robotic polishing to adjust the horizontal and vertical curvatures across the face strategically. This face design supports enhanced forgiveness and improves overall performance by optimizing the club’s reaction to off-center hits. 

A high-strength composite body construction manufactured from high-grade carbon fiber using a sophisticated compression molding process helps improve weight distribution within the clubhead to increase the moment of inertia (MOI) and push the center of gravity (CG) lower and further back. 

With the addition of the new PXG Black Ops Ultra Lite Driver, the PXG Black Ops Driver Collection now includes three head designs tailored to a wide range of players. The original PXG Black Ops Driver delivers a high launch, low-spin option, ensuring unmatched ball speed and exceptional forgiveness for optimum performance. The PXG Black Ops Tour-1 Driver features a tour-inspired head design with a taller face and a more curved crown, creating an aggressive look and maximizing distance with a penetrating ball flight for advanced players. The new PXG Black Ops Ultra Lite Driver rounds out the award-winning collection with a lightweight design that appeals to golfers looking to add both speed and forgiveness to their game off the tee.  

“Whether you play like a pro or an average Joe, we’re committed to having a high-performance setup that will help you play your best and have a good time,” said PXG Founder and CEO Bob Parsons. “The expansion of the PXG Black Ops Driver Collection to include a lightweight option is case in point. There are a lot of players out there who will benefit from this clubhead design, and we’re thrilled to give them what they need.”

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Upper Deck Golf Announces Game-changing Partnership with PXG

CARLSBAD, CA – Upper Deck Golf is pleased to announce that it will swing into 25 MLB, NFL, and College stadiums nationwide in 2025. The company is also thrilled to reveal a new multi-year partnership with PXG – a company dedicated to making the world’s finest golf equipment and apparel – to bring participants the most immersive experience ever.

Upper Deck Golf events allow fans to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime stadium golf engagement. Those lucky enough to snag tickets to the typically sold-out events will see their favorite stadiums set up in a unique way and play golf like never before, with PXG clubs and golf balls, from the upper decks, with no screaming fans.  

Upper Deck Golf Managing Partners Marc Bender and Adam Wachter released a joint statement, “We could not be more excited to launch a packed calendar of events for Upper Deck Golf in 2025. We have some very exciting initiatives planned that we know our participants will love. Equipping the courses with PXG golf clubs will add a new layer of fun and performance to our already immersive experience in iconic stadiums all over the country.”

Beginning with the first tour stop in Houston at Daikin Park, Upper Deck Golf’s participants will have a chance to swing PXG golf clubs on every hole and at every featured activation throughout the stadium experience. Driver to putter, Upper Deck Golf will be equipped with PXG clubs for golfers of all skill levels so guests can enjoy the game like never before.

Also debuting in Houston, Upper Deck will roll out a signature PXG hole-in-one challenge that will offer participants a chance to win a custom golf club fitting and a full bag of PXG golf clubs. This hole-in-one challenge will be a featured activation throughout the 2025 season!

In addition to sharing a passion for golf and creating exceptional experiences, PXG and Upper Deck Golf share a deep respect for veterans, and want to give back to the men and women who bravely protect our freedoms. Each event will feature a dedicated veteran’s hole where participants can scan a QR code to donate in exchange for two mulligans. All donations will benefit PGA HOPE. PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) is the flagship military program of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE introduces golf to Veterans and Active Duty Military to enhance their physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being.

Finally, throughout the season, Upper Deck Golf will host many special experiences, from appearances by influencers to legends of the game.

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Nippon Shaft Wins Three Times Worldwide

CARLSBAD, CA – Players using Nippon Shaft products won three tournaments Sunday (Feb. 9) on the DP World [European] Tour, PGA Tour Champions and the European HotelPlanner [Challenge] Tour.]

The 29-year-old from China used N.S.PRO MODUS³ TOUR120 steel shafts in his irons to shoot 16-under par to win the Qatar Masters by one shot at Doha Golf Club in Doha, Qatar. He sank a dramatic 15-foot putt on the final hole to secure his fourth DP World Tour victory.

On PGA Tour Champions, the 61-year-old pony-tailed Spaniard used N.S.PRO MODUS³ TOUR105steel shafts in his irons and wedges to win the Trophy Hassan II by two strokes. He shot 11-under par with rounds of 70-69-69 at the 54-hole event, making him a 14-time winner on PGA Tour Champions. He came to the 17th hole tied with his playing partner, drove the green and made eagle to pull ahead by two.

On the HotelPlanner Tour, a 32-year-old Englishman used N.S.PRO MODUS³ TOUR105steel shafts in his irons and wedges to win the Cell C Cape Town Open at Royal Cape Golf Club in Cape Town, South Africa by two shots. In his first victory on the tour, he shot 14-under par 274 with rounds of 69-69-67-69.

“Nippon Shaft congratulates three outstanding players on their victories on prominent tours all over the world,” said Hiro Fukuda, sales and marketing for Nippon Shaft. “Nippon Shaft takes pride in designing and manufacturing shafts for both professionals playing at the highest levels as well as recreational golfers who want to play their best.”

Nippon Shaft products are available globally either as stock or custom shafts in many of the world’s top iron brands.  In addition, Nippon Shaft products are available through Nippon Shaft’s dedicated global club fitter network.

Visit Nippon Shaft HERE

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Golf Pride Unveils ALIGN MAX: The Next Evolution in Raised Ridge Grip Technology

PINEHURST, NC – Golf Pride, a leading innovator in golf equipment and maker of the world’s most popular golf grips, introduces ALIGN MAX, revolutionary grip technology designed to help players of all skill levels maintain consistent hand placement throughout the swing.

ALIGN technology debuted in 2017, with the first raised ridge design pulling in a number of players on Tour and a strong amateur fanbase. It quickly became one of the most successful grip technologies in Golf Pride history. Even with these accolades, the brand heard feedback about the desire for an even more pronounced ridge. This inspired the creation of ALIGN MAX, a second-generation design that supplements the original by offering an alternative featuring a 25-percent higher ridge to achieve the maximum desired feel and consistency. It also includes a longer ridge that runs from top-to-bottom of the grip, providing players flexibility to adjust their hand placement for any shot.

“Our brand purpose is to design grips for the hands of all golfers that will inspire a feeling of confidence so they can perform their best,” says James Ledford, President of Golf Pride. “With ALIGN MAX we reached new heights of what is possible in grip design, resulting in breakthrough technology that provides golfers the confidence their hands are in the right place every shot, for unparalleled consistency.”

Over the past seven years, ALIGN has acquired a worldwide following, including at the highest levels of professional golf. It has been part of numerous victories and major championships across all major global Tours. Following in its footsteps, ALIGN MAX recently won its PGA Tour debut at the Farmers Insurance Open.

ALIGN MAX will not replace the original ALIGN, rather it is an additional option for players who prefer to maximize the benefits of raised ridge technology, which include:

• Consistent Hand Placement: Fits into the hand’s natural contours, promoting consistent hand placement and alignment.
• Clubface Awareness: Enhances face angle awareness at set up and throughout the swing, promoting a square clubface.
• Player Confidence: Consistent hand placement helps facilitate a more repeatable swing, which helps build greater confidence.

ALIGN MAX is now available in MCC and MCC Plus4 grip models in both standard and midsize at all major retailers and online stores.

Visit Golf Pride HERE

Bettinardi Announces Super Bowl Champions Collection Putter

Chicago, IL  – We’re excited to announce the launch of the Bettinardi Super Bowl Champions Collection, featuring a limited-edition putter and headcovers to celebrate the Eagles’ huge victory.

The Super Bowl LIX Champions Philadelphia Eagles QB6 Putter, available in both righty and lefty,  was precision machined from 303 Stainless Steel from in our Queen B 6 head shape and features the Eagles logo nano-engraved on the face, a decorative sole featuring the iconic design motifs from New Orleans, and the winning score engraved on the right bumper. The putter is a limited pre-sale we are thrilled to collaborate with the World Champion Eagles on this historic milestone win.

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Mitsubishi Golf Launches Diamana RB Shaft

CARLSBAD, CA – Mitsubishi Golf today revealed Diamana RB, the final member of the 6th Generation Diamana family. Diamana RB (Red Board) continues to promote the storied brand with its legendary iconography, including the return of the surfboard, flower bands and even the 63/73/83 weight class designations. Diamana RB also features the most advanced technological package ever assembled in a Diamana structure.

As with all Red Mitsubishi structures, Diamana RB is a Mid to Mid-High Launch, mid spin product. Diamana RB uses some proven technologies from previous Diamana generations like Consistent Feel Design to simplify fitting processes and our Xlink Tech Resin System to drastically bolster carbon fiber volume and increase the shaft’s overall strength. Diamana RB, like WB and BB makes use of Mitsubishi Chemical’s 80-ton DIALEAD pitch fiber in the handle to support increased energy transfer to the ball at impact for more ball speed, a full-length use of aerospace-grade MR70 carbon fiber for added strength, and a new orientation of plies in the tip section to drive down torque for tighter downrange dispersion with today’s high MOI clubheads.

The Diamana RB also provides a more active tip-section than either the WB or BB to provide increased launch with RB – making this a truly unique and the most versatile profile in the series.

“Diamana RB brings our most iconic brand’s latest series to its conclusion. What has always made Diamana so special was the surfboards, the flowers, the Hawaiian themes and the Blue, White, and now Red colored board to signify the profile and performance in the series. It’s true to our brand DNA and the entire team could not be more excited to continue with the success of the first two Profiles with RB.” said Mark Gunther, Senior Director of Sales and Marketing.

Diamana RB uses the same robust technological package throughout the series, but Diamana will never stray too far from its purpose of creating the smoothest feel and most consistent performance possible. Feel and consistency is what made Diamana what it is today, and that will never change.

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Phoenix, Arizona – Belgian golfer Thomas Detry captures his third professional win but his first PGA Tour victory.  Thomas held off a wildly popular leaderboard at one of the most raucous PGA Tour events to hoist the hardware on Super Bowl Sunday.

This week, the Waste Management Phoenix Open delivered on all fronts with its entertainment value as well as some dramatic and exciting golf.  Fan favorite Jordan Spieth returned for his second start since undergoing wrist surgery back in August as he finished in a tie for fourth place.  Adidas Golf brand ambassador Daniel Berger also had a spectacular week, posting rounds of 68, 66, 66, and 67.  Berger, who missed almost the entire 2023 season as a result of a bulging disc injury, is now finally seeing some results of his hard work with a T2 finish in the desert.

University of California product Michael Kim had a solid week as the 2018 John Deere Classic winner finished in a tie for second place.  Just ahead of Kim was Justin Thomas, who ended his week on a high note by holing out from the fairway on his 72nd hole for a two on the long par 4.  This bumped him up to a tie for sixth place.

This week was ultimately all about Thomas Detry.  Watching his swing, it was as smooth as his scores and a wonder why he hasn’t won a lot more before now.  Thomas Detry is a member of both the European Tour and the PGA Tour but has only won once in the states in 2016 on the Challenge Tour but never on the PGA Tour.  Thomas posted scores of 66, 64, and 65 leading into Sunday and absolutely ran away from the field.  Standing on 18 tee, he held a six shot lead.  After birdieing 15, 16, and 17, he proceeded to not let off the gas and drained his fourth straight birdie to win by seven strokes.  Thomas Detry will now be exempt into all 2025 Majors in addition to the remaining PGA Tour events.

Next week, the PGA Tour heads back to Torrey Pines for the Genesis Invitational as result of the LA fires.

Thomas Detry What’s In The Bag:

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Galvin Green Merges Tradition and Technology in Latest Collection

ALPHARETTA, GA – Premium high-tech golf apparel brand Galvin Green has unveiled its standout 2025 Part One collection of responsibly sourced garments, spearheaded by traditional argyle patterns and advanced technical fabrics to deliver the most feature-packed wardrobe for serious golfers.

Building on a history of performance, the latest range of DRYVR rain gear includes 18 fully waterproof jackets, hoodies and pants for men and women golfers. The addition of a new lightweight Pertex® Shield technology sits alongside Pertex® Shield Stretch fabric, GORE-TEX garments with lining and several GORE-TEX Paclite® styles, while the vibrant Moonlight Blue and Fresh Green combinations lead the color stories in the lineup.

Spearheading the men’s DRYVR rainwear garments are the AMES full-zip and ADAM half-zip jackets in Pertex® Shield Stretch fabric. The 100% waterproof three-layer fabric delivers unmatched stretch for total freedom of movement and superior next-to-skin comfort, while the “slide & glide” interior reduces friction with layers worn underneath. Constructed using ISO-tested and PFC-free materials, the garments are an environmentally friendly choice.

Both jackets feature shaped sleeves for easy movement, chest tabs and a repositioned side seam for optimal comfort and the perfect fit. The refreshing Navy/Moonlight and Black/Fresh Green color combinations of both jackets take center stage to offer an eye-catching look guaranteed to attract attention.

The new AKRON is a versatile hooded waterproof jacket crafted with the ultra-lightweight Pertex® Shield fabric to deliver industry-leading breathability and ultimate comfort for use both on and off the course. Another sustainable option, it comes in Black and Navy.

The classic-look LLOYD windproof and water-repellent INTERFACE-1 jacket is an essential garment to wear in windy conditions this season. The bluesign® approved fabric features a contrasting panel on the back of the garment to deliver an extremely striking appearance, and this is best illustrated in the stylish Navy/Red/White colorway.

Offering a feather-light feel, the super-stretchy LARRY half-zip windproof top weighs just 113g* to ensure total unrestricted movement in the golf swing and unrivalled breathability. The pioneering design, made of a bluesign® approved fabric, can be folded into a small ball, which makes it a great choice for those who place a premium on space in their golf bag. The three solid colors include Moonlight Blue, Black and Navy.

Providing an incredibly soft and stretchy comfort is the classy DARTH sweater, made of bluesign® approved recycled polyester, spearheading the INSULA range of warm mid-layers. It features a premium cross-panel padding across the chest and back to provide added warmth, while front pockets keep hands protected when the weather turns cold. Offering a supremely sleek look, the breathable sweater comes in Moonlight Blue and Navy.

The entire award-winning INSULA mid-layer range is made using bluesign® approved materials and features garments crafted from recycled plastic bottles to minimize social and environmental impact as outlined in the brand’s comprehensive Sustainability Review.

Inspired by traditional patterns associated with the origins of the game, the super bold MARLON and MATHIAS VENTIL8 PLUS shirts embody the argyle theme and deliver superior moisture-wicking properties and thermal regulation on hot days. Both shirts come in four distinctive colors, while the eye-catching MAXWELL and classic MARTY styles are offered in as many as five and seven different options, respectively.

Women golfers can choose from five waterproof jackets in the DRYVR collection in sizes from XS up to XXL, plus two styles of pants. The popular AMY jacket in Pertex® Shield Stretch fabric is now available in four refreshing colors, including the new Moonlight Blue/Navy and Fresh Green/White combinations.

The Pertex® Shield ANDREA hooded jacket is the latest addition to the collection offering 100% waterproof and windproof protection. Crafted using recycled polyester and a PFC free water repellent treatment, the jacket comes in Navy with a contrasting silver zipper to make it ideal for those looking to wear it both on and off the course.

 The LILLY INTERFACE-1 jacket is a new hooded style that offers incredible freedom of movement. Weighing just 148g**, the stretchy and comfortable piece features an adjustable hood and side pockets and is complemented by the LISSY full-zip jacket in four vibrant colors, including White/Cool Grey and Fresh Green/White. For those seeking an elegant vest, the LEA is another great addition that can be paired with several outfits.

The bluesign® approved INSULA range is led by the DEBRA hoodie in two colors. Manufactured from recycled polyester, the full-zip piece has a hood with printed lining for a standout look, offering a soft stretchy comfort and high levels of breathability. It comes in Navy/Blue and a White/Multicolor option for those seeking a bold look.

The refreshing MAUD is one of the new VENTIL8 PLUS short-sleeve shirts in a dotted design to grab attention for all the right reasons. Offered in three unique colors, it is complemented by the equally striking MELISSA sleeveless top, while the MICHELLE dress with a tailored V-neck collar is a great option for those seeking a more classic look.

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The Women’s G/18 Golf Shoe is Here

LOS ANGELES, CA – Luxury lifestyle brand and golf footwear innovator, G/FORE is thrilled to expand their most recent success, the innovative G/18 Golf Shoe, to female players.

Building on the newest shoe’s growing popularity and heightened demand for its counterpart, the women’s iteration launched on February 2^nd to an enthusiastic response from lovers of the brand. Available in multiple colorways, the distinctive golf shoe is stacked with design benefits that work together to maintain comfort for all eighteen holes—inspiring the name.

Boasting breakthrough performance technology, the Women’s G/18 retails at $250 and makes navigating the greens easy. The unique sole provides three levels of exceptional grip with rounded edges and a crash pad heel to tackle any terrain. It also features a traction covered toe wrap for extra stability during the swing phase. Designed with a wide build, the shoe supports natural footing with an engineered heel-to-toe rocker and raised sidewalls for even more balance. Add the cushioned foam interior and washable 3D molded insoles—a brand signature—and the G/18 provides a massage to the feet that lasts.

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PUMA Golf® Partners With REALTREE for Adventure-Ready Apparel, Footwear, and Accessories Lineup

CARLSBAD, CA – Today PUMA GOLF® announced the PUMA GOLF x REALTREE collaboration, which includes a lineup of golf apparel including polos, footwear, rain gear, a hoodie, and more. The collection utilizes the REALTREE EDGE camo pattern, an icon of camo in both sport and fashion, to celebrate golfers’ love of the outdoors and adventure.

“We are thrilled to partner with the REALTREE brand,” said Chris MacNeill, PLM Apparel and Accessories, PUMA GOLF. “They have an incredible library of camouflages that are trending in different categories, and we can’t wait to bring REATLREE to golf. In many ways golfers are no different than other outdoorsmen – they value performance, style, comfort, and showing their love of the outdoors through their golf gear.” 

“For us, this is an incredible opportunity and a true honor to collaborate with PUMA GOLF, a brand that’s as dynamic and innovative as the consumers we both connect with. Launching this collection at the Waste Management Open, a stage known for its energy and excitement, is the perfect way to celebrate our shared passion for the outdoors and the game of golf.” Tyler Jordan, Vice President of REALTREE.

The new PUMA GOLF x REALTREE collaboration is born out of a desire to celebrate the love golfers have for outdoor adventures, just like hikers, campers, hunters, fisherman, and others who feel more alive than ever when they spend time in nature. Golf is an outdoor activity that encompasses all kinds of terrain, weather conditions, and even wildlife encounters, and many golfers also identify as outdoorsmen, making them right at home with REALTREE camo patterns.

Apparel from the PUMA GOLF x REALTREE collaboration will be available at retail and at pumagolf.com on February 3, 2025.

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New Adizero ZG Offers Golfers Performance Footwear That’s Light All Round

CARLSBAD, CA – adidas wants golfers to know that light isn’t always less, it’s more. Today the brand is reintroducing the Adizero franchise to golf with Adizero ZG, a new spikeless performance footwear model aimed to enhance stability, traction and comfort while fighting against foot fatigue by being light all round. The new footwear are offered in both laced and BOA® options for men and women and are available on adidas.com, the adidas app and at select retailers worldwide.

In seeking to build upon the success of the ZG footwear franchise, adidas learned that core golfers average 162 hours per year on their feet. Spending that much time could lead to foot fatigue and ultimately less desire to get out on the course. With Adizero ZG, adidas introduces some key updates to help provide golfers with a lightweight solution so they can focus on that next round.

“A golfer’s feet and footwear are extremely critical to not only the swing but also their overall enjoyment of the round,” said Masun Denison, global footwear director, adidas Golf. “Adizero ZG represents the next step on our journey to provide golfers with a lightweight option that has technology specifically focused on tackling those important areas like traction, stability and comfort, all in a spikeless silhouette.”

The new Adizero ZG footwear introduces key technologies to provide more efficiency from the ground up:

Lightweight Traction

• New lightweight undercut lugs along the perimeter of the SPIKEMORE outsole aim to offer golfers increased lateral stability and adaptive traction so that they react to what the golfer needs based on lie and terrain
• A secondary cone-shaped traction system helps golfers feel flat on uneven terrain and is anti-clogging to help maximize traction overall

Lightweight Comfort

• adidas combined LIGHTSTRIKE and LIGHTSTRIKE PRO cushioning in the midsole to help golfers feel comfortable and close to the ground
• In addition to an engineered tongue and INSITE 2.0 sockliner, Adizero ZG also features a molded heel cushion, which was inspired by the running category and provides softer and targeted padding to help offer a better fit and improved comfort

Dynamic Motion

• A newly designed DYNAMIC TORSION plate in the outsole extends from the midfoot into the forefoot in specific areas to help golfers with rebound, but also to avoid rollover and power leak in the follow through of the swing
• Design provides additional arch support to promote smooth walking, ultimately helping to reduce fatigue both during and after the round
• To help the footwork throughout the swing, adidas also made the medial side of the outsole curved and softer while the lateral side has a sharper outside edge 

The waterproof upper of Adizero ZG features adidas’ premium SPRINTSKIN material. This multi-layer upper is made up of high-performance materials to specifically give golfers an adaptive and athletic look while still being lightweight. adidas also included a heel clip in the upper to give golfers a locked-in feel and another layer of stability.  

As part of the Adizero ZG range, adidas is introducing a BOA model for men and women to provide another option for improved fit and performance. adidas collaborated with the BOA Technology team to create a PRIMEKNIT sock-like construction so that golfers can slip the footwear on and then dial-in their fit with the micro-adjustable Li2 dial. With the BOA Fit System hidden throughout the upper, it offers golfers a clean and athletic look to go along with a customized fit.

The new Adizero ZG will be available in a variety of colorways in laced and BOA versions for both men and women, including a junior model inspired by the footwear.

Visit adidas Golf HERE

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Rory McIlroy Wins 2025 Pebble Beach Pro-Am

Pebble Beach, CA – Rory McIlroy (-21) won the 2025 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, finishing two strokes ahead of fellow Irishman Shane Lowry.  He entered the final round one stroke behind Sepp Straka, tied with Lowry.  He fired a final round 66 to claim his first career victory at Pebble Beach and 27th overall on the PGA Tour.

McIlroy overpowered the golf course and the field, showing how much of a weapon his driver is and also that he is nearly unbeatable when he puts everything together.  With the Masters Tournament starting to come into focus, all eyes will be on Rory to see how his game trends in the coming weeks and months.  Justin Rose and Lucas Glover finished T3 at -18.  Straka shot a disappointing final round 72 to drop down to a T7 finish alongside Tom Kim at -16.

After a fairly lackluster start to the PGA Tour season, golf fans were treated to an exciting event that checked all the boxes:  A great golf course in challenging conditions, a field featuring several of the world’s best, and arguably the best player of his generation in it until the very end.  Plus no football to compete with for TV viewership.

Pebble is one of the older golf courses on the PGA Tour and has the smallest greens on tour, on average.  Pair that with exposed green sites and coastal winds gusting up to 30 mph and you have a recipe for challenging and exciting golf, a true test for the world’s best.

Other players who had notable performances included world number one Scottie Scheffler (T9, -15) who was making his season debut after recovering from a freak kitchen accident which left him needing stitches on his palm; Cam Davis finished T5 at -17 alongside Russell Henley, after a remarkable up and down from the tree roots on 18.

A no cut signature event, not all of the notables in the field performed well.  Ludvig Aberg withdrew with illness after firing a 77 in the first round; last year’s champion and course record holder Wyndham Clark finished T68 at even par; and one-time Pebble specialist Jordan Spieth struggled, finishing T74 at +3.

Next week, the PGA Tour heads to the desert for the WM Phoenix Open.  Nick Taylor memorably won last year’s edition in a playoff.  He will defend his title against a field that includes players such as Tom Kim, Hideki Matsuyama, Scottie Scheffler, and Justin Thomas.

Rory McIlroy What’s In The Bag

Driver: TaylorMade Qi10 9° (Fujikura Ventus Black 6 X)

3 Wood: TaylorMade Qi10 15° (Fujikura Ventus Black 8 X

5 Wood: TaylorMade Qi10 18° (Fujikura Ventus Black 9 X)

Irons: TaylorMade P760 4, TaylorMade Rors Proto 5-9 (Project X 7.0)

Wedges: TaylorMade MG4 46°-09SB, 50°-09SB, 54°-11SB, 60°-08LB (Project X 6.5)

Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour X

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