NEWS

The 90th Masters Tournament Begins on Amazon Prime Video, Thursday April 9th

Live broadcast coverage of the 2026 Masters Tournament will begin earlier when Prime Video welcomes viewers to Augusta National Golf Club on the second Thursday of April for one of the most treasured events in all of sports. Teeing off at 1:00 p.m. ET on both days, Prime Video will open this year’s first and second rounds with two additional hours of live Tournament coverage on Thursday, April 9 and Friday, April 10, as the best players in the world converge to compete for a coveted Green Jacket.

Prime Video will originate coverage from inside Augusta National’s Butler Cabin on Thursday and Friday with host Terry Gannon. The 1:00-3:00 p.m. ET broadcast windows will feature players competing in both the morning and afternoon waves, with on-course commentary complemented by CBS Sports’ on-air team. 

Jack Nicklaus has Joined Forces with TWG Global to Acquire the Businesses Nicklaus Founded

20 Majors, LLC, an investment group led by Jack Nicklaus, TWG Global, and Nicklaus Brown, has completed the acquisition of the businesses of Nicklaus Companies, LLC, a premier golf experience company Mr. Nicklaus founded over 50 years ago. The acquisition has reunited Mr. Nicklaus with the images and marks reflecting his extraordinary career, most notably the Golden Bear. It has also brought Mr. Nicklaus’ current design projects into Nicklaus Design, the company through which he had become one of the most honored and prolific golf course designers in the history of the game.

 
 

WINNER’S BAG

Gary Woodland Seals His Heroic Comeback With Win at Texas Children’s Houston Open

COBRA PUMA GOLF athlete Gary Woodland earned an emotional victory on Sunday at the Texas Children’s Houston Open at Memorial Park Golf Course. The win, which is the Kansas native’s fifth on the PGA TOUR, marks an incredible comeback for one of the most talented players and impressive people in golf. Woodland, who had brain surgery in 2023 to address a brain lesion, won the PGA Tour Courage Award in 2024 due to his amazing comeback to the sport after an invasive and life-threatening surgery. Earlier this month, Woodland announced to the world that he has been suffering from PTSD due to the challenges of the diagnosis and treatment of his illness.


SuperStroke Congratulates Gary Woodland on His Inspirational Win at the Texas Children’s Houston Open

SuperStroke congratulates 41-year-old Kansas native and 2019 U.S. Open champion Gary Woodland on his emotional and satisfying victory at The Texas Children’s Houston Open, the fifth of his career and first since 2019 and his brain surgery just 30 months ago. Woodland overpowered the field by five shots with precision ball striking and deft putting with a SuperStroke Zenergy Pistol 2.0 putter grip in hand.

KBS Wins The 2026 Houston Children’s Open

In his Cobra irons were the KBS C Taper shafts built for players who generate high speed and demand precision under pressure. When the back nine tightened and the moment demanded everything, those shafts were delivering. Iron after iron found its mark, and the champion never flinched. This marks his fifth career PGA Tour victory and first since the 2019 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach Golf Links. In the bag of The Houston Children’s Open winner: KBS C-Taper 130 in his Cobra Irons.

Full Swing Congratulates Gary Woodland on His Inspiring Victory at the Texas Children’s Houston Open

Full Swing, the industry leader in pioneering sports technology, proudly congratulates Team Full Swing member Gary Woodland on his incredible victory at the 2026 Texas Children’s Houston Open. The win in Houston carries even greater significance given Woodland’s journey over the past two-plus years. Following brain surgery in 2023 and his openness about battling anxiety and recovery challenges, Woodland’s return to the top of professional golf stands as a testament to his resilience, determination and love for the game.

BUSINESS

GOLFJOY and GSPro Announce Partnership for Native Integration – Eliminating the Need for Third-Party Adapters

GOLFJOY is proud to announce a new integration with GSPro that will allow GOLFJOY launch monitors to operate as a first-party option within the GSPro software ecosystem. With this new framework in place, users will be able to connect and utilize compatible GOLFJOY technology within GSPro without relying on a special adapter or third-party workaround. This integration marks an important step forward in simplifying the indoor golf experience for players, coaches, fitters, and simulator owners.

Sir Nick Faldo and GOLF.AI Announce “Golf’s New Voice,” a Global Video Series from GOLF.AI Studios that will Premiere Soon on YouTube

Six-time Major Champion Sir Nick Faldo and GOLF.AI Inc. announced “Golf’s New Voice,” a groundbreaking video series that will explore the future of golf through the lens of artificial intelligence. Across multiple episodes, Sir Nick Faldo will examine the defining elements of the game as his own experience at the highest level is melded with AI-driven analysis of the sport’s greatest moments. The opening episode explores the psychology of golf and dives into the mental battles that define great champions and the emotional patterns that shape performance under pressure.  

L.A.B. Golf Joins Team of U.S. Open Champion J.J. Spaun with Official Partnership

L.A.B. Golf, renowned for pioneering Lie Angle Balance (L.A.B.) technology in putting, today announced the company will be joining the team of reigning U.S. Open Champion J.J. Spaun as an official partner. A former college standout at San Diego State, Spaun broke through with his first PGA TOUR victory at the 2022 Valero Texas Open. After making the switch to a L.A.B. putter in late 2024, Spaun improved his ranking in the Strokes Gained Putting category by 36 spots and moved up the Official World Golf Ranking by more than 100 places by the end of the 2025 season. Spaun is currently using a 34-inch charcoal DF3 with a 70-degree lie angle, 2 degrees of shaft lean, and a L.A.B. x TPT Golf graphite shaft.

FlightScope and AJGA Renew Partnership with Five-Year Extension

FlightScope and the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) have extended their partnership through 2031, continuing their shared commitment to delivering trusted, tour-level performance data to junior golfers. Through this long-term agreement, FlightScope maintains its role as one of the AJGA’s Proud Partners and remains the Official Launch Monitor of the AJGA. As part of the expanded partnership, AJGA members will have the opportunity to experience the latest innovative FlightScope technology firsthand, including the new FlightScope X3C and Mevo Gen2 at all AJGA events.

Concert Golf Partners Pioneers the Installation of FireFly Automatix Robotic Fairway Mowers

Concert Golf Partners is pioneering the installation of FireFly Automatix’s robotic mowers, positioning Concert on the cutting edge of agronomic innovation in the private club industry. The AMP-L100, a large battery-powered robotic mower, mows fairways autonomously and drives itself between connected pathways. The mower utilizes a sophisticated suite of technologies— including advanced lasers, cameras, sensors, and Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) GPS with correction data—to deliver reliable navigation and highly repeatable mowing, with consistent centimeter-level positioning accuracy.

Arcis Golf Launches Nationwide ‘round Up 4 Els for Autism’ Campaign

Arcis Golf, a premier owner and operator of 88 private, resort, and daily fee courses, has launched its annual nationwide fundraising campaign—Round Up 4 Els for Autism, supporting the Els for Autism Foundation®. Now in its eighth year and coinciding with April’s World Autism Month, the program encourages members and guests of Arcis Golf facilities to “round up” their purchases—including golf, merchandise, and food and beverage—to the nearest dollar. All proceeds will benefit Els for Autism.

WEBINARS

April with the AGM: Smarter Systems, Stronger Strategy, and Fresh Retail Momentum

This April, the Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) continues to deliver forward-thinking education through a dynamic lineup of webinars designed to help golf retail professionals streamline operations, plan with purpose, and create more engaging retail environments. Each session brings together industry experts and real-world practitioners to share actionable strategies that drive efficiency, profitability, and long-term success. The upcoming webinars are complimentary for AGM members and registration for non-members is available for $25 per session. As part of AGM’s commitment to continuous education and professional development, PGA members are eligible for 1 education credit for each webinar, while LPGA members can earn 2 credits of education per webinar. 

FlightScope Hosts Exclusive Live Webinar Featuring PGA Lifetime Member Billy Martin, Former Caddie to Jack Nicklaus

FlightScope, a global leader in performance data technology for golf, invites golfers, instructors, and enthusiasts to a special live webinar featuring PGA Lifetime Member Billy Martin—former caddie to Jack Nicklaus, a student of Hall of Fame instructor Jack Grout, past Director of Instruction for Nicklaus Academies, and founder of Billy Martin Golf in Orlando, FL. Taking place on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT, this exclusive session offers a rare opportunity to hear firsthand stories from the height of the “Golden Bear” era while exploring how those timeless lessons translate into modern, data-driven performance improvement.

COURSES

Old Westbury Golf and Country Club Names PGA of America Members Chris Gabriele, Head Golf Professional and Carly Newman, Director of Instruction

Old Westbury Golf and Country Club, a 27-hole private facility in Old Westbury, New York, has announced new leadership to the golf staff with Chris Gabriele named Head Golf Professional and Carly Newman named Director of Instruction. ExecuSearch, powered by the PGA of America, a premium executive placement service for the golf industry, assisted with the search and placements.  

The Q at Myrtle Beach Returns with High-Stakes YouTube Golf Showdown 

Play Golf Myrtle Beach (PGMB), the premier resource for the Golf Capital of the World®, is excited to announce the return of The Q at Myrtle Beach, a groundbreaking competition that merges the fast-growing influence of YouTube golf creators with the biggest events in the sport. Now in its third year, the made-for-YouTube competitive series provides a unique pathway for some of the game’s most popular golf creators to play their way into a PGA TOUR event. For the first time, the 2026 edition of ‘The Q’ features a field made entirely of YouTube golf creators competing over two rounds in a high-intensity format designed to test their versatility and competitive edge. 

Aegean Messinia Pro-Am at Costa Navarino Set to Attract Record Entry

A record line-up of 75 teams is set to head to Costa Navarino this summer to participate in the landmark edition of the AEGEAN Messinia Pro-Am, one of the most important tournaments in the destination’s golfing calendar.  First established in 2006 as the AEGEAN Airlines Pro-Am, the tournament was inspired by Theodore Vassilakis, founder of AEGEAN, and Captain Vassilis Constantakopoulos, founder of Costa Navarino. The event has been hosted at Costa Navarino since 2010, where it has since evolved alongside the destination. 

 

Director of Agronomy - The Santaluz Club

The Santaluz Club seeks a disciplined, strategic, and forward-thinking Director of Agronomy to lead one of the Club’s most visible and critical assets — the golf course and surrounding landscapes.The Director functions not simply as a superintendent, but as a senior operational executive within a member-owned governance structure. Success requires executive presence, financial fluency, agronomic expertise, and the ability to balance member expectations with long-term asset stewardship. APPLY

Turf Solutions Sales Representative

Turf Solutions is seeking a qualified sales representative to help sell the products and services that our customers rely on. Turf Solutions is now the exclusive distributor of Foliar Pak in Florida and the Caribbean, also carrying a complete line of post patent products from Quali-Pro, Atticus, Albaugh and Rightline.. Turf Solutions also is a volume distributor for Comand, utilizing our fleet of "Comander" spreaders. We also offer a complete line of our own proprietary liquid fertilizers, wetting agents and granular products, many will be produced in our employee-owned production facility located in Fitzgerald, Georgia. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the T&O/L&O industries,excels at building relationships and providing a high level of customer service . The ideal candidate has established contacts in the S.W Florida area, strong negotiating skills and the ability to market our products and services. The Account Manager will be tasked with giving presentations, attending industry related events, trade shows and must be both personable and professional. APPLY

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