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R&A announces amendments to 'Decisions on the Rules of Golf,' issues joint statement on distance measuring devices with USGA

markn — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:17:50 -0500

The R&A and the USGA first allowed the use of distance-measuring devices by Local Rule in January 2006 and are reaffirming that these devices may be used to measure only distance and must not be able to measure other conditions such as wind speed or direction, the slope of the ground or the temperature. read more

Acushnet announces being granted its request for a new trial

tim — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400

"This very positive Court of Appeals ruling affirms our contention that we were not allowed to argue our full case before the jury," said Joe Nauman, Executive VP, Corporate and Legal, Acushnet Company. read more

U.S. Open picks for Majors Fantasy Challenge deadline looming

tim — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400

The game format, which is pick 'em style, allows fans to pick a foursome who they believe will finish the highest in that respective major, based upon tournament money winnings. read more

OB Sports announces '09 OB Sports Cardholder Scholarship program

tim — Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400

"The scholarship program invests in one of our Cardholder's most important goals, the education of their children," said Phil Green, President of OB Sports Golf Management. read more

Pellucid reports a decline in Golf Playable Hours for April

tim — Tue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400

"I wasn't far off in last month's prediction that we wouldn't see a double-digit increase in rounds demand to match the strong March weather favorability," said Pellucid President Jim Koppenhaver. read more

GCSAA research profiles water conservation on golf courses

tim — Wed, 4 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500

"Golf courses are economic, environmental and recreational assets to local communities. Communities derive direct value from the water applied to golf courses," said Greg Lyman of the GCSAA. read more

Wrigley's Doublemint gum helps athletes reduce pre-event stress

Steve Maliszewski — Fri, 9 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500

In fact, a recent survey by Wrigley's Doublemint gum reveals that preparing for an athletic event, can be more stressful for everyday athletes than a trip to the dentist's office or a public speaking engagement. read more

International Golf Federation creates Olympic Golf Committee

admin — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400

The creation of an Olympic Golf Committee is intended to drive the International Golf Federation's effort for the sport's inclusion in the 2016 Olympic Games. A host of vital golf organisations will be represented on the committee. read more

Published study claims golfers enjoy increase in life expectancy

admin — Fri, 6 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400

"A round of golf means being outside for 4 or 5 hours, walking at a fast pace for about 4 miles, something which is known to be good for health,'' said Anders Ahlbom, one of a group of scientists responsible for the study. read more

USGA Museum and Arnold Palmer Center for Golf History open

admin — Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400

"We are proud to celebrate our national champions and the place they hold in the fabric of American golf. We encourage all those who love golf to visit," said Jim Vernon, President of the United States Golf Association. read more

eBay seller arrested on charges related to counterfeit golf clubs

admin — Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400

"These items were being listed as brand new, legitimate Cleveland Golf products," said Steve Gingrich, Vice President of Global Legal Enforcement. "We were successful in our efforts to shut down another individual." read more

Skin cancer screening extends to Seniors and Challenge Tours

admin — Fri, 9 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400

"We applaud the initiative The European Tour has taken. The facts are that there will be over 100,000 new cases of skin cancer in the UK and Ireland this year," said Timothy Dodd, Managing Director of Screen4Life. read more

Golf pros at Spanish Trail in Las Vegas offer top 10 golfer resolutions

admin — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500

"Year after year golfers make resolutions to improve things specific to their golf game," said Spanish Trail Director of Golf Instruction Jim McGurk. "As an instructor, I like to know what their specific goals are as this information provides me with a good starting point when working together." read more

Johnnie Walker Collection, PGA Pro Jim Furyk launch national 'Safe Drive' program

admin — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500

"Jim is known for his million dollar swing and landing safe drives on the fairway. This year, JOHNNIE WALKER COLLECTION wanted to take that combination one step further with Jim to bring home our message of safe driving - both on and off the course," said Bill Topf, VP Johnnie Walker. read more

Study examines impact of climate change on U.S. golf industry

admin — Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400

"In the West and South, given the extended season, the average golf course can expect 297 playable days a year vs. the 226 days in the Northeast and Midwest," said David Friedberg, CEO of WeatherBill. read more