Women in Golf: 4 Game-Changers to Know
There are quite a few notable women in leadership positions throughout the game of golf: International Golf Federation President and ANNIKA Foundation head Annika Sorenstam, past PGA of America President Suzy Whaley, AHEAD CEO Anne Broholm, and recent American Society of Golf Course Architects (ASGCA) President Jan Bel Jan, just to name an accomplished foursome […]
New Golf Course “RainDance National” to Be North America’s Longest at Almost 8,500 Yards
In recent years, shorter has become trendier when it comes to new golf course openings, from Par-3 designs at destination resorts to layouts like the latest offering at Streamsong that will feature 18 holes ranging from 70 to 300 yards. Conventional thinking is that these shorter courses provide a fun, engaging, and less time-consuming option […]
5 Direct-to-Consumer Golf Club Brands to Know
Of the many ways we can go about acquiring a new set of golf clubs, golfers have a wider range of direct-to-consumer club options to pick from than ever. While buying golf clubs has traditionally had a hands-on, tactile component—whether it be getting fitted or buying off the rack at a golf retailer or pro […]
10 Unsung Island Greens
When you hear “island green,” what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Chances are it’s Pete (or Alice) Dye’s design at TPC Sawgrass, the iconic par-three 17th hole seen every year at The Players Championship. If not, maybe it’s the floating green golfers need a boat to get to at Idaho’s Coeur d’Alene or […]
U.S. Golf Resorts with 100-plus Holes
When it comes to U.S. golf destinations, these resorts lead the way—each with more than 100 holes of golf to play. Pinehurst Resort (North Carolina)—189 holes With 11 courses in total, Pinehurst is well-deserving of its nickname, “The Cradle of American Golf.” There are 10 18-hole championship courses, each designated by number, and all located […]
The State of Golf in 2022: 3 Things Every Golfer Needs to Know
What is the current state of golf in the U.S.? Using recently released data courtesy of the National Golf Foundation, the industry leader in objective golf research and information, the following is a brief overview of the past year (or so) that’ll ensure you’re more informed when you’re talking about the game we love—whether with […]
4 New Golf Items to Know in 2022
Every year, golfers are greeted by an assortment of new products to be excited about. And yes, there’s inevitably a host of new things that also leave us scratching our heads. But as golf continues to ride a strong wave of momentum and popularity, we’re all seemingly on a never-ending quest to play better, look […]
9 Notable International Golf Course Openings for 2022
Golf is a truly global game, with around 38,000 courses in more than 200 countries worldwide. There are also hundreds of development projects in the works, from Australia to Vietnam. Many are sure to appeal to golfers with wanderlust that extends beyond the golf-rich U.S. market. Following are nine scheduled course openings, from nine different […]
Top U.S. Course Openings for 2022
The limited number of new course openings in recent years isn’t a reflection on the popularity of golf. Rather, it speaks to the wealth of options—particularly in the U.S., which boasts well over 40 percent of the global supply. Consider there are more golf courses spread across the 50 U.S. states (over 16,000 in total) […]
10 Top U.S. Golf Course Openings for 2021
While new course openings remain limited in the best-supplied golf market in the world, there were a host of debuts of note across the U.S. in 2021, from remote private clubs to engaging short courses. Some are completely new designs and new golf locations, while others are exciting, contemporary visions created atop a previously existing […]