Golf News for Tuesday, April 24,
2007
Courses
Pawleys Plantation rated elite venue by Golf Business magazine
"Our goal is to exceed golfers expectations of the course, and to do this, we’re working hard to deliver pristine conditioning.," said Laura Rippy, general manager of Pawleys Plantation. For More... Growth Of The Game
GolfBC Group announces GolfBC Free Lesson Month
"Our company and facilities remain committed to continue to be leaders in the Grow the Game movement and GolfBC Free Lesson Month is an opportunity for us to introduce all golfers to a chance to learn and improve their game," said Andy Hedley, VP of Operations, GolfBC British Columbia. For More... Equipment
Adams Golf captures top hybrid counts on all three major tours
"We’re consistently putting high numbers of our hybrids in play each week on the three major professional tours and last week was definitely a highlight," said Max Puglielli, director of Adams Golf tour operations. For More...
UST announces winning its third PGA Tour event in three weeks
"Our driver shafts scored first, second- and third-place in same week on the PGA Tour, and I cannot remember the last time a graphite shaft company had that level of success," said Jim McIntosh for UST. For More...
Titleist reports first career win for Nick Watney at Zurich Classic
While Nick Watney was relying upon the New Pro V1x golf ball and 14 Titleist clubs for his success, veteran Jay Haas was successfully defending his Liberty Mutual Legends of Golf title in a playoff. For More... Marketing
Nicklaus Golf announces that it has added a Japanese distributor
"Japan is a very important strategic market for Nicklaus Golf Equipment, and we are thrilled to have Cizen USA. Inc. represent Mr. Nicklaus and our equipment company," said Bob Kelly CEO of Nicklaus Golf Equipment.
For More... Products
Upright Golf introduces new lightweight Upright Clubholder aid
"Upright Golf accepts the challenge of "ending the bending in golf" and this new Upright Clubholder compliments our growing line of senior and adaptive golf playing aids," said Jim Egli, owner of UPRIGHT Golf. For More...
Excel Golf Products reports on Dean Wilson at Verizon Heritage
"Dean is such a grinder. He has played on four tours on several continents to reach this point in his career. We at Excel are proud to play a small part in his success," said Mike Herron, Excel Golf Products. For More... Sponsorship
Bass Pro Shops announced as sponsor for upcoming Junior Open
"The AJGA is very pleased to announce this new agreement with Bass Pro Shops, which will bring a national junior golf tournament to the Springfield area," said Jason Etzen, AJGA Executive Vice President of Corporate Partnerships. For More... Business
UpLink Corporation reports record breaking third quarter sales
" Courses find, after extensive due diligence, that their peer's success is a direct result of our premium solutions and hands down elect to go with UpLink," said Mike Cronin, senior vp of sales and marketing. For More... People
Industry veteran Tim Grambley appointed GM for the Rocky Gap
"Whether guests are looking to test their skills on the golf course, unwind in the spa, relax by the pool or hike and bike the miles of marked trails, Rocky Gap offers something for everyone," said Grambley. For More... Tournaments
Hannah Collier posts victory at Junior All-Star at Walnut Creek
"I was really nervous all day, but I was able to build the lead early," said Collier. "So, I’m just relieved to be done; I was just hoping to play well and, with the conditions, I’m really excited to win."
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David Sanders gets first-ever AJGA victory at Aldila Jr. Classic
"I focused on hitting greens today, just putting it in the center of the green and two-putting," said David Sanders of Mt. Laurel, N.J., after firing a final round of 2-under-par 70 at Treyburn Country Club. For More... Daily Golf Blogs
Tucker: Give Justin Timberlake an LPGA Tour exemption
In part two of my blog series, "Turning tournaments into freak shows via sponsor exemptions", I argue it's time for the LPGA, not PGA Tour to give teen idol/golf nut Justin Timberlake a sponsor's exemption.
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Tim McDonald: Women in golf want equal service (and clean restrooms)
The Executive Women's Golf Association has come up with a program whereby courses can earn special "women-friendly" designations. It's a big deal because, as golf industry execs keep telling us, women are one of the fastest growing segments in the game. Here are some of the criteria ... For More... Awards
Kaua'i's four golf properties earn rating in newest Zagat Survey
Grand Hyatt Kaua'i Resort & Spa (Poipu Bay), Princeville Hotel and Kaua‘i Marriott Resort & Beach Club (Kaua'i Lagoons)– were additionally cited for excellence in numerous ZAGAT subcategories. For More...
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