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(APEX, NC, November 3, 2024) —Stitch Golf, a leader in premium golf apparel, bags and accessories, is proud to announce the release of its highly anticipated first golf shoe: SL Pace.  Crafted...

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GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan – As the PGA of America prepares to elect a new president of the Association Thursday at the 108th PGA Annual Meeting in Grand Rapids, Michigan, it was only fitting that...

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(CHANTILLY, Va.) – GOLFZON – the No. 1 golf simulator brand in the world – unveils TwoVisionNX, the newest addition to the brand’s cutting-edge line of hyper-realistic golf simulator...

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GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan — The 2024 PGA of America National Awards Ceremony honored 12 PGA of America Golf Professionals on the eve of the 108th PGA Annual Meeting at DeVos Place in Grand Rapid...

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SAN DIEGO — Foresight Sports, a Revelyst brand and the leader in premium optical launch monitor and golf simulation technology, is proud to announce its partnership with Volition America, a ...

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MONTRĖAL, CA. – Swing Control, a leader in performance-driven golf apparel, is thrilled to officially announce the expansion of their dress collection as part of the 2025 Spring/Summer (SS25) ...

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Golfzon, a global leader in golf simulation technology, announced a substantial firmware update for the WAVE Launch Monitor and Simulator. This update represents months of dedicated development b...

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Charlotte, North Carolina – ClubUp, the leading golf technology company, recently introduced Crew, an employee scheduling platform designed for golf courses, resorts and clubs. The Crew platfo...

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(Anaheim, CA and Henrico, VA) – Dynamic Brands, the parent company of several premium golf and lifestyle brands, has partnered with RepSpark, a leading provider of digital solutions for B2B wh...

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STAMFORD, Conn.,  – Arccos, the leader in AI-powered golf performance tracking and the official game tracker of the PGA TOUR, today announced the release of its annual Distance Report, showcas...

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Irvine, California – Uneekor, a leading innovator in golf simulation technology, is thrilled to announce its return to the PGA Show in Orlando, Florida, from January 21 to 24, 2025. This mark...

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FRISCO, Texas  – The PGA of America REACH Foundation—the 501(c)(3) charitable foundation of the PGA of America—has launched HOPE 4 Heroes, a national fundraising campaign to support Vete...

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Scott Shapin, the 2011 Southwest PGA Section Assistant Golf Professional of the Year and 2017 Middle Atlantic PGA Section Assistant Golf Professional of the Year, is the PGA of America Director o...

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John Cooper Jr., a Quarter Century PGA Member, is the PGA of America Head Golf Professional at Green Valley Country Club in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania. John Cooper Jr. on the importance of liqu...

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Derrick Dixon, the 2023 Southern Texas PGA Section Bill Strausbaugh Award winner, is the PGA of America General Manager at Briggs Ranch Golf Club in San Antonio, Texas. Derrick Dixon on the impor...

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Brian Brake is the PGA of America Director of Golf at Blackhawk Country Club in Danville, California. Brian Brake on the importance of producing weekly coaching videos: I started working in outsi...

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ORLANDO, FL – FlightScope, the global leader and pioneer in tracking and analyzing sports performance data, is celebrating Black Friday with unbeatable savings on its range of launch monitors ...

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Rocklin, CA – This November, the Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) is pleased to present a powerful series of webinars aimed at helping golf retailers close out 2024 on a high note. Thes...

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Greensboro, Ga. – Richland—the seventh golf course at Reynolds Lake Oconee—has officially opened for play. The new 18-hole layout was created by acclaimed course architect Tom Fazio by com...

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Las Vegas, Nev.  – MGI Golf, global leader in technology for the walking golfer and maker of America’s No. 1 electric golf caddy, recently extended its partnership with The Olympic Club to d...

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For golf facilities that demand both durability and convenience, the Wittek Signature Dispenser is the perfect solution. This electrically operated, fully customizable dispenser simplifies golf...

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Findlay, Ohio – Pukka introduces their newest silhouette, the Journeyman. A meticulously crafted 7-panel hybrid silhouette that redefines modern headwear. Blending the classic appeal of the 6-...

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Kelsey Jo Holsten is the PGA of America Golf Shop Manager at Monterey Peninsula Country Club in Pebble Beach, California. Kelsey Jo Holsten on the importance of educating members about your produ...

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CARLSBAD, Calif.,  — Full Swing,  the industry leader in cutting-edge golf simulator technology, is excited to announce that PGA TOUR Superstore, America’s largest specialty golf retailer,...

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Jackie Riegle, the Southern California 2021 Section Player Development Award Winner, the PGA Director of Player Development and Marketing at Monarch Beach Golf Links in Dana Point, California. Ja...

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In recent years, luxury golf resorts have stepped up their commitment to sustainability, aiming not only to offer world-class facilities but also to protect the environment and contribute to the ...

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NAPLES, Fla. – Concert Golf Partners has acquired the Golf Club of the Everglades from PulteGroup (NYSE: PHM). The 261-acre, upscale golf club designed by legendary golf architect Rees Jones i...

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Carlsbad, Calif. – COBRA GolfTM, a leader in golf club innovation, today introduced the fifth generation KING TEC, KING TEC-X, and KING TEC-X ONE LENGTH Irons. Aimed at a wide variety of han...

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Findlay, Ohio – Pukka’s newest embellishment, Rubber Patch, offers a unique combination of durability and elegance, making it ideal for headwear. Our completely customizable Rubber Patch emb...

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FRISCO, Texas – A comprehensive schedule of more than 70 education sessions across a wide range of professional development topics has been announced for the 2025 PGA Show, Jan. 21-24 in Orlan...

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Jay Larscheid, the 2012 Southwest PGA Section Youth Player Development Award winner and 2023 Section Golf Professional of the Year, is a Past President of the Southwest PGA Section and the PGA of...

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Michael Neider is the PGA General Manager at Princeville Makai Golf Club in Kauai, Hawaii. Michael Neider on the importance of improving all parts of your facility: We get nearly 90 inches of rai...

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Natalie Vivaldi, a Corebridge Financial Team Member for the 2025 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, is the PGA of America Director of Instruction at the Emerald Isle Golf Course in Oceanside, Calif...

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Rocklin, CA – This October, the Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) is delighted to present a series of cutting-edge webinars designed to support golf merchandisers and buyers in the evolv...

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Jason Ballard, the 2020 PGA Merchandiser of the Year for Private Facilities, is the PGA Head Professional at Oak Hill Country Club, in Rochester, New York. Jason Ballard on the importance of buil...

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Jeff Hochman, a Class A Golf Course Superintendent, is the PGA of America General Manager at The Grand in Surprise, Arizona. Jeff Hochman on the importance of striving to have great communication...

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FRISCO, Texas  – The PGA of America announced today that Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Bandon, Oregon, will host the 2026 PGA Professional Championship. The four-day, 72-hole event will be cont...

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Las Vegas, Nev.  – MGI Golf, a global leader in technology for the walking golfer and maker of America’s No. 1 electric golf caddy, introduces a Short-Term Electric Caddy Fleet Program to as...

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Howdy, Partner! As we transition from spring and summer into fall, we really like to play into the fall season with props around the shop and, specifically, on our front impact table. This table ...

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Alex Reeves is the PGA of America Assistant Golf Professional at the Osprey Meadows at Tamarack Resort, in Donnelly, Idaho. Alex Reeves on the importance of having a fun 19th hole: This golf cour...

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Brad Smith is the PGA of America Head Golf Professional at Lawrence Park Golf Club in Erie, Pennsylvania. Brad Smith on the importance of promoting weekend skins games: Driving traffic in our sho...

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HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC  – The Sea Pines Resort has unveiled its fall and winter packages highlighting the best of Hilton Head Island for couples, friends and families. The 2024-25 Getaway Va...

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FRISCO, Texas — The PGA of America REACH Foundation—the 501(c)(3) charitable foundation of the PGA of America hosted 19 Veterans and two Veteran squad leaders at PGA HOPE National Golf & Wel...

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(Miami, Florida, October 15 2024): – The award-winning BAL.ON Smart Kit, a tech-driven insole that gives golfers instant feedback on ground interaction to build the foundation for a fast, repea...

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David Pagett, the 2014 Philadelphia PGA Section Merchandiser of the Year for Private Facilities, is the PGA of America Head Golf Professional at Whitemarsh Valley Country Club in Lafayette Hill, ...

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SEOUL, South Korea – GOLFZON Co., Ltd., led by independent CEOs Park Kang-Soo and Choi Duk-Hyung, announces the official launch of its urban golf course model, City Golf, with the initial loc...

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FAIRHAVEN, Mass. (Oct. 14, 2024) – A quarter-century of breakthrough golf ball innovation continues this week in Las Vegas with the introduction of the new 2025 Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x go...

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Italian golf fashion brand Duca del Cosma is ramping up its popular “Cool Season” golf collection with bold new boots and shoes for golfers looking to extend their season and impress both o...

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Findlay, Ohio – A fully customizable jacquard pattern for a knit offers endless possibilities for creativity and personalization and Pukka has done just this with our latest offering, the Sign...

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Folds of Honor, a foundation that provides academic scholarships to the families of fallen or disabled military servicemembers and first responders, announced today that it had distributed nearly...

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Stafford, Va. …– The Middle Atlantic Section of the PGA of America (MAPGA) has announced that seven PGA members from throughout the region have been named to Golf Digest’s prestigious “Be...

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Vincenzo Rallo, is a PGA of America Golf Professional, the Founder of PGA Bridges and a New York Police Department (NYPD) Officer in Brownsville, New York. Vincenzo Rallo on the importance of fin...

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CARLSBAD, Calif., — Full Swing,  the leader in sports technology, announced that it has added a new feature that was requested for the highest-rated mobile launch monitor app in Apple’s App...

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DALLAS,Tx — Topgolf and Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp. (NYSE: MODG) announced today the launch of golf equipment website, Topgolf Shop, geared toward providing beginners and off-course Players w...

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LOS ANGELES — Unbelievably, it’s been 25 years since the golf world lost Payne Stewart, who was not only an outstanding golfer but an incredibly kind and giving person. Stewart’s family, i...

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Motocaddy, the global market leader in electric caddy sales, has continued its domination of the MyGolfSpy ‘Most Wanted’ awards by claiming the coveted title for the 5th year in-a-row. Retai...

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Henry Stetina, a seven-time Sun Country PGA Section Award winner and a GRAA Top 100 Growth of the Game Teaching Professional, is a PGA of America Golf Professional and the Director of Player Deve...

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Findlay, Ohio – Nothing says fall like flannel and Pukka’s newest Specialty Fabric is ideal for the crisp, cool autumn air. Our new patterned flannel is a classic with its soft, brushed text...

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FRISCO, Texas  – The 2025 PGA Show is set to deliver elevated experiences through exciting special events and numerous Show Floor features Jan. 21-24 in Orlando, Fla. Open exclusively to g...

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San Diego, Calif. —Foresight Sports, the industry leader in launch monitor and golf simulation technology, today announced the launch of its all-encompassing SIM IN A BOX® Custom golf simulato...

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Carlsbad, Calif.  – COBRA GolfTM, a leader in golf club innovation, today introduced the new KINGTM BLACK EDITION TOUR and KINGTM BLACK EDITION CB and MB irons. Aimed at more advanced play...

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Scottsdale, Ariz. – The Troon Partners Network, a division of Troon®, the leader in providing golf and club-related hospitality services, has announced MGI Golf (www.mgigolf.com), the global l...

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Stockholm, Sweden  – Toptracer, the world’s leading driving range technology, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Sweetspot, a leading golf commerce platform provider. The co...

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Nikki Gatch, PGA, is the Executive Director and CEO of the Southern California PGA Section in Ontario, California. Nikki Gatch on the importance of using your PGA Section for travel assistance: I...

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Natalie Vivaldi, a Corebridge Financial Team Member for the 2025 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, is the PGA of America Director of Instruction at the Emerald Isle Golf Course in Oceanside, Calif...

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Jay Dufty, the 2018 Middle Atlantic Section PGA Merchandiser of the Year for Private Facilities, is the PGA of America Director of Golf at Washington Golf & Country Club in Arlington, Virginia. J...

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DALLAS, TX. – Modern golf entertainment leader Topgolf and SEGA of America announced a multiyear partnership that will bring Sonic the Hedgehog to life in Topgolf-owned-and-operated venues this...

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KIRTLAND HILLS, OH – A. PUTNAM, the women’s golf apparel brand dedicated to polished sophistication and seamless resort-to-sport transition, today announced the availability of its first Win...

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Carlsbad, Calif. – Building on the proven PHANTOMCAT NITRO™ design, the new PHANTOMCAT NITRO™ SPORT is made with 30% sustainable materials, making the new model both extremely high per...

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MONTRÉAL, CA – Swing Control, the creators of performance-oriented golf apparel, is excited to announce the shipping of their 2024 Autumn/Winter Collection to select retailers, now available f...

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Richmond, VA – Bag Boy, a leading name in golf cart innovation, is proud to announce the launch of its Quad Pro push cart, designed with ultimate convenience in mind. The Quad Pro is the striki...

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James Davenport, a 26-year Veteran of the US Navy, PGA HOPE Ambassador, a PGA Associate, and now the PGA HOPE Program Coordinator for the Southern California PGA of America Section in Ontario, Ca...

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Eric McInerney, the 2022 New England PGA Section Player Development Award winner and a GRAA Growth of the Game Teaching Professionals Elite Member Status Award winner, is the PGA of Americ...

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CHANTILLY, Va. – GOLFZON America announces the launch of GOLFZON Tour, a groundbreaking competitive indoor golf league where 12 teams from cities in North America and the UK will compete in ...

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Kenny Szuch, the 2020 South Florida PGA Section Merchandiser of the Year for Public Facilities, is the PGA Director of Golf and Instruction at Orangebrook Golf Club in Hollywood, Florida. Kenny S...

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Tony Chavez, the Captain of the 2024 Southern California PGA HOPE Secretary’s Cup Team, is the PGA of America Director of Golf at Los Serranos Country Club in Chino Hills, California. Tony Chav...

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Rocklin, CA – Registration is now open for the 2025 AGM Retail Conference, set to take place on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The AGM R...

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FRISCO, Texas and NEW YORK  – A team of 16 PGA of America Golf Professionals will run the TCS New York City Marathon – one of 60 adult and youth races produced annually by nonprofit New York...

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Ghost Golf proudly introduces the latest in golf innovation—the GT-14 Cart Bag—crafted for the discerning golfer who demands both style and practicality. With this release, Ghost Golf contin...

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DALLAS and ESPOO, Finland, — Toptracer, the world’s number 1 golf range technology, and Rovio Entertainment, the creative minds behind the iconic Angry Birds franchise, have announced a brand...

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Scott Vroman is the PGA of America Head Professional at Ellington Ridge Country Club in Ellington, Connecticut. Scott Vroman on the importance of engaging members and generating sales year-round...

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Wesley Forester is the PGA of America Director of Golf at Reynolds Lake Oconee, in Greensboro, Georgia. Wesley Forester on the importance of offering unique packages and experiences to build long...

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FRISCO, Texas (Sept. 18, 2024) – Attendee registration for the 2025 PGA Show, Jan. 21-24 in Orlando, is now open at PGAShow.com. Complimentary registration is available to all qualified golf ...

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CARLSBAD, Calif. (Sept. 18, 2024) – The Vokey Design V Grind, a lob wedge that offers players increased bounce on square-faced shots with enhanced relief for open-faced shots, is now available ...

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CARLSBAD, Calif. (Sept. 17, 2024) – Titleist introduces Scotty Cameron’s Xperimental GOLO 6.2 LTD putter, a special release compact mallet crafted with a Chromatic Bronze finish and a tour-pr...

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(LA ROMANA, Dominican Republic) – Casa de Campo Resort & Villas – home to the Caribbean’s premier, luxury golf experiences, including its iconic “World Top 100 Course” Teeth of the Dog...

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Jim Kelly is the PGA of America Head Golf Professional at West Bend (Wisconsin) Country Club. Jim Kelly on the importance of rotating and re-merchandising your shop: As we move into the shoulder ...

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Kyle Capps, the 2023 and 2022 Midwest PGA Section and 2017 Sun Country PGA Section Merchandiser of the Year for Private Facilities, is the PGA of America Head Professional at Hallbrook Country Cl...

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Philip Dawson Jr., the 2023 Northern California PGA Section Teacher of the Year and a 2024 California PGA Teaching Hall of Fame Inductee, is a PGA of America Teaching Professional at Catta Verder...

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Looking for fast, reliable custom golf flags? Wittek Decorating has you covered! Our custom flags are perfect for golf courses, events, or businesses looking to stand out with high-quality, vib...

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Kennesaw, Ga. – An already successful 2024 for Tagmarshal has improved further with the completion of a multi-million-dollar Series A capital raise. It comes after a year of record growth for ...

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Natalie Vivaldi is the PGA of America Director of Instruction at the Emerald Isle Golf Course in Oceanside, California. Natalie Vivaldi on the importance of being a dog friendly facility: The Old...

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Chris Yoder, the 2022 Southern Ohio PGA Section Teacher/Coach of the Year and 2024 Section Youth Player Development Award Winner, is a two-time Golf Range Association of America (GRAA) Top 100 Gr...

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Donn Achen, PGA – the Northern California PGA Section 2019 Assistant Professional of the Year and 2018 & 2023 Northern California PGA Section Professional Development Award winner, is a Certifi...

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Tom Shea, the 2024 North Florida PGA Section Deacon Palmer Award Winner, is a Quarter Century PGA Member and the PGA of America Director of Junior Golf at Brooksville (FL) Country Club. Tom Shea ...

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Brian Williams, the 2023 Gulf States PGA Section Merchandiser of the Year for Private Facilities, is the PGA of America Owner/Operator and Head Golf Coach at Mind Body Swing in Prairieville, Loui...

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Las Vegas, Nevada  – MGI Golf, global leader in technology for the walking golfer and maker of America’s No. 1 electric golf caddy, proudly announces the launch of its latest innovation – ...

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