Joy Bonhurst of Kensington, Md., won the 13th annual PGA Women's Stroke Play Championship despite bogeying the 18th hole three times, once at the end of regulation and twice in a playoff. Bonhurst outlasted Carla Wasienko of Rockville, Md., after they tied at 225 on the Wanamaker Course at PGA Golf Club. read more
Inaugural World Ladies Championship debuts at Mission Hills China
"I feel really excited because it is a new tournament," said Lee-Anne Pace, the South African money list leader. "I love playing in China and am really looking forward to playing at Mission Hills. I think my chances here are pretty good, especially in the team event. It's exciting playing in a team format, but it's also a pretty big tournament for us as individuals as well, so the focus will be on both." read more
2012 PGA Junior Series features six repeat sites in schedule
"We are once again extremely excited to offer a full summer calendar of events at eight outstanding venues for the PGA Junior Series as well as the prestigious Junior PGA Championship in late July and the Junior Ryder Cup in September," said PGA of America President Allen Wronowski. "We expect another year of great competition and fun for junior golfers across the country." read more
Danny Balin gets win at 59th annual PGA Stroke Play Championship
Danny Balin of Rockville, Md., opened his bid for Player of the Year among the PGA of America's 27,000 club professionals in 2012 by winning the 59th annual PGA Stroke Play Championship, Feb. 2, at the PGA Golf Club. read more
Ireland-based ClubstoHire.com launches Algarve Pairs Tournament
The three-night, three-round event will see golfers play on three outstanding courses - the new Onyria Palmares; Quinta do Lago South; and Laranjal - while staying at the five-star Crowne Plaza Vilamoura. read more
Golf Channel Am Tour off to record start in 2012; Projected rounds up 47 percent for six sold-out events
Tour officials attribute the Am Tour's growth to the quality of the events and the courses on which amateur players of all ages and abilities can play. "This is a professional tour experience played on courses that have been on a lot of players' bucket lists for years," said Kenny Booth, senior director of events for Golf Channel. read more
22nd annual Amer Ari Intercollegiate Golf Tournament announced
"The Amer Ari at Waikoloa Beach Resort is one of the most important collegiate tournaments of the year," said Earl Tamiya, Men's Head Golf Coach at the University of Hawaii Hilo, the tournament host. read more
eGolf Professional Tour granted exemption for King Hassan II Trophy
"The eGolf Professional Tour is extremely happy to accept this spot into the King Hassan II Trophy," said eGolf Tour president David Siegel. "We are honored that the ATH would choose to award us yet another exemption." read more
Genting golfer Zhang Xin Jun wins China PGA final leg in Hainan
"I am thrilled to wrap up the China PGA with a champion title. All of us in the Genting Golf Team are very proud of the team and we are thankful for Genting Hong Kong's generous support," said Zhang. read more
Third annual $10,000 Timacuan Scramble set in Lake Mary, Florida
There are still openings for four-player teams in the third annual $10,000 Timacuan Scramble, which will be conducted Monday, January 23, at Timacuan Golf Club in Lake Mary, Fla. Already in the field are easily recognizable names from the three professional tours; Brittany Lincicome, Robert Gamez and Jim Thorpe to name just three of the most prominent. read more
Humana Challenge to honor service members with free admission
"We're tremendously appreciative of our military personnel and the vital role they play in protecting America's freedom," said Mike McCallister, Humana's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "To honor their service and as an expression of thanks, we're offering the Humana Military Outpost as their home base to relax and enjoy the Humana Challenge." read more
China's First World Ladies Championship at Mission Hills Hainan
"The stage has long been set for a brand new world women's golf championship in the professional game," said Mr. Tenniel Chu, Vice Chairman of Mission Hills Golf Club. read more
Two-time event winner Phil Mickelson commits to Humana Challenge
"Phil is one of the iconic names in golf and we couldn't be more pleased to have him back playing an event in which he has enjoyed much success," said Humana Challenge Tournament Chairman Larry Thiel. "Everyone who has the privilege of watching Phil play sees a true master at his craft and we are thrilled our fans will have that opportunity in a venue that Phil is comfortable playing in." read more
Murphy, Sigel lead Delray Dunes to narrow win over Quail Ridge in the Golf Road Cup
Jay Sigel made a clutch 10-footer for par at Delray Dunes’ difficult 18th hole, enabling the host club to beat Quail Ridge Country Club 12 ½-11 ½. It was the first time Delray Dunes has won the Cup three consecutive years. read more
Inaugural Annika Invitational Europe set for Sweden this August
"Expanding our ANNIKA Invitational series to Europe has been a dream of mine," said Annika. "I want to continue to inspire young girls to focus on golf and being active while teaching them life lessons along the way. This will give my Foundation three world-class junior tournaments in different regions of the world. Bringing this tournament to my native country, Sweden, was an obvious choice." read more
