It was a U.S. Open of firsts at Merion Golf Club. TaylorMade-adidas Golf staffer Justin rose garnered his first major victory; TMaG got its first U.S. Open victory in nine years; and the company recorded its first major victory with … Read

I hate to rain on the USGA’s “While We’re Young” campaign to combat slow play, but it shows you how out of touch the blue bloods in Far Hills really are. Although it’s a cult classic for people of my … Read

A few years ago I asked Tiger Woods if he would ever consider putting a hybrid club in his bag. I don’t remember his exact answer, but it was something like, “I’m not that old yet.” Now at the age of … Read

Most players, whether on the Tour or at the muni, are always in search of more distance. It’s the holy grail of golf.  One the greens, however, golfers of all skill levels look for what’s called “true roll.  That is, … Read

Bridgestone Golf is teaming with luxury golf apparel brand Peter Millar for a summer promotion that will allow consumers the opportunity to dress like PGA Tour star – and 2012 FedEx Cup champion Brandt Snedeker. Now through July 31 at supporting retailers, … Read

Somebody needs to explain this to me: Working under the (correct) assumption that most amateur golfers play from the wrong sets of tees – usually farther back than necessary – the USGA is touting the “Tee It Forward” initiative that … Read

TaylorMade-adidas Golf has unveiled its first black driver since 2010 – the R1 Black. “For three years we have only made white drivers and have heard from a number of golfers who just prefer the look of black,” said TMaG President … Read

For those who want the same wedge craftsmanship as PGA Tour players, the Acushnet Company is giving them that opportunity. For the first time, wedge master craftsman Bob Vokey is providing access to the Vokey Tour Department at Titleist with … Read

Neither TaylorMade-adidas Golf CEO Mark King nor Executive Vice President Sean Toulon are fans of the USGA’s anchoring ban that takes effect in 2016. King this past January went as far saying the ban – aimed at long putters and belly … Read

It could be argued that your wedges are the most important clubs in your bag.  Sure, you want to hit fairways with your driver – but if you can wedge shots close and save pars, even wayward drives won’t kill … Read

Of all the new putters that I saw and tested at this past January’s PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, there was one that was different.  The weighting.  The balance.  The feel.  Even the look of it said: “I sink putts.”  … Read

Nike Golf’s VR Forged wedges are now available to consumers. Each wedge is made of soft 1025 carbon steel and finished in satin chrome. The VR Forged wedge, according to Nike Golf, features three distinct sole grinds to ensure ideal … Read

Showing that class that’s lacking in its long-time staff player Sergio Garcia, TaylorMade-adidas Golf today issued this statement regarding Garcia’s “fried chicken” comments directed at Tiger Woods: “Sergio Garcia’s recent comment was offensive and in no way aligns with TaylorMade-adidas Golf’s … Read

TaylorMade-adidas Golf has established itself as being the industry’s leading metal woods company in part by being brash. Earlier this year, TMaG President Mark King said the USGA’s then-proposed ban on players anchoring long putters and belly putters against their … Read

There are few people in golf as outspoken as Frank Thomas.  The man who spent 26 years as technical director for the U.S. Golf Association developing the testing protocols and equipment rules as they exist today, doesn’t like what he … Read

PGA of America President Ted Bishop said today his organization is “disappointed” the USGA and R&A are going to ban the anchored stoke in 2016. The ban, as detailed in Rule 14- 1b, is directed at players who connect belly … Read

Claiming they are “protecting the tradition” of golf, the U.S. Golf Association and The R&A today announced the adoption of Rule 14-1b of the Rules of Golf that prohibits anchoring the club in making a stroke. The new Rule will … Read

Waitt Company has reached agreement to acquire all operating assets of the Bobby Jones brand from W Diamond Group Corporation, a New York based company owned and led by Doug Williams and his family. As part of this agreement, the … Read

And you thought it was going to be a dull summer. Not after Tuesday, May 21, the U.S. Golf Association and Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews, Scotland, will announce a final decision on anchoring at a joint conference … Read

Want the shoes Tiger Woods wore during his victory at The Players Championship? The new Nike TW ’14 shoe will be available beginning June 7. Woods wore the shoes in competition for the first time at The Players this past … Read