Brooke Henderson To Play LET Event in Australia
On the eve of her first LPGA start in the Bahamas it was revealed today that Brooke Henderson of Smiths Falls, Ontario will get a start on the Ladies European Tour in Australia next month. …[More]
January 2016
New Scotty Cameron Select Putters Revealed
Orlando, Florida – One of constants here at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando is the parade of celebrities manufacturers bring out to endorse their products and attract a little attention to their booth. Among a place …[More]
Audio – Mike Foley of FootJoy Talks Freestyle & More
Orlando, Florida – The latest golf shoe introduction from FootJoy Golf is the Freestyle. It’s a platform built for the golfer who needs more mobility from their shoe to help them generate power. At the …[More]
Product Preview – Ben Hogan VKTR Hybrids
Orlando, Florida – After a very noteworthy debut in 2015, the Ben Hogan Golf Equipment Company is expanding their product line in 2016. It will include new VKTR (victor) hybrid golf clubs. We tested these …[More]
New Vokey Design SM6 Wedges Focus on Triad Of Features
FAIRHAVEN, Mass. (Jan. 26, 2016) – New Titleist Vokey Design Spin Milled 6 wedges – the next step in wedge innovation from the clear leader in the category – establish a new performance standard by …[More]
ACCRA Golf Introduces New Shaft Lines At PGA Show
Canadian golf shaft manufacturer ACCRA Golf is introducing three new lines of products at the 2016 PGA Merchandise Show. The lines, two wood shafts and an iron shaft, were revealed publicly on Monday for the first …[More]
True Temper Teams Up With Canadian Company PGMC
There is a big shift taking place in the aftermarket golf shaft business. We have have confirmed that long-time industry leader True Temper has looked to the north to help them grow their business. They …[More]
Mackenzie Tour Sets Sail From The Great Waterway
It was a big day for the Mackenzie Tour – PGA TOUR Canada on Thursday as they announced a new event for Northern Alberta in partnership with the Oilers Entertainment Group. It’s a five year …[More]
History Walk – The Ottawa Hunt & Golf Club
Founded in 1908, the Ottawa Hunt & Golf Club has had a prominent place in the Ottawa, Ontario golf and business community for more than a century. They built their first clubhouse (pictured) in 1909, …[More]
GAO Announces 2016 Provincial Schedule
The Golf Association of Ontario (GAO) has announced its Championship schedule for 2016. It includes a couple significant stops in Eastern Ontario. The highlights: The championship season officially begins on May 12 with the Men’s Better-Ball …[More]
Travel Bites: Yas Links – Abu Dhabi
Some of the best golfers in the world, including Jordan Spieth and Rory McIlroy are in the middle east this week to compete at the Abu Dhabi Championship. While the pros, including Canadian Mike Weir, …[More]
Product Preview: New Callaway Chrome Soft & Superhot 55
A new version of the popular Callaway Golf Chrome Soft and another golf ball model, the Superhot 55, are on their way from Callaway Golf. They’ll be coming to retail early next month. The new …[More]
A 2016 Challenge…From One Golfer To Another
by Scott MacLeod, Associate Publisher Almost three weeks into the new year and judging by my inbox, readers are chomping at the bit to get to the golf course. With that in mind I want …[More]
Brockville Country Club Engages TMSI For Support
At more than a century old, the Brockville Country Club, has enjoyed much success since they opened their doors. Lately the modern golf market, with growing competition and a changing audience, has presented some challenges …[More]
FootJoy Going FreeStyle With New Shoes
by Scott MacLeod, Associate Publisher Freestyle: (adjective) denoting a contest or version of a sport in which there are few restrictions on the moves or techniques that competitors employ. Source: Google “…few restrictions on the moves…” …[More]
The Royal Ottawa Golf Club – Rich in History and Tradition
by Joe McLean Rich in history and tradition, the Royal Ottawa Golf Club is the oldest golf club in the Canadian National Capital Region and one of the oldest and most prestigious golf clubs in …[More]
Hit The Stinger For More Control
by Derek MacDonald, PGA of Canada, Brockville CC Most golfers are impressed when they see another golfer step up and launch a nice high tee shot down the middle. Who wouldn’t be? They’re fun to …[More]
Preview: Callaway Golf XR OS Irons
For some time a decade or so ago, Callaway Golf owned the average golfer iron market. Big Bertha irons were the rage among emerging players seeking out forgiveness of their swing sins and a boost …[More]
Derek Sprague Moves On From Malone Golf Club
For almost three decades Derek Sprague has been welcoming golfers to upstate New York and the Malone Golf Club. Located a short jaunt from the St. Lawrence River, many of those visitors have been Canadians …[More]
Rickie Fowler Hi-Tops May Not Be Helping His Cause
Rickie Fowler had a breakout year in 2015. He won The Players Championship, the Desutche Bank Championship, and achieved his highest World Ranking ever, 5th, after a victory at the Scottish Open. He is looking to …[More]