
PEOPLE
APGA Cisco Black History Month Awards recognize PGA TOUR Commissioner Jay Monahan and Golf Digest’s Tod Leonard
PGA TOUR Commissioner Jay Monahan and Golf Digest senior editor Tod Leonard were honored for their commitment to growing the game through their ongoing support of the Advocates Professional Golf Association during the APGA Cisco Black History Month Awards Ceremony on Friday. The APGA Cisco Black History Month Awards Ceremony celebrates leadership, excellence and service in golf, while honoring individuals whose work advances opportunity and inclusion within the game.
NGCOA Announces 2026-2028 Board Officers and Directors
The National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) is pleased to announce its new 2026-2028 Board Officers and Directors. The new board was introduced at NGCOA’s annual business meeting during Golf Business Conference 2026. Whitey O’Malley from Saddleback Golf Club in Firestone, CO is the association’s new president, taking over from Cathy Harbin, PGA/LPGA from Pine Ridge Golf Course in Paris, TX. David Frem from Cyprian Keyes Golf Club in Boylston, MA is the new vice president. Gaylord Schaap from Northwood Golf Club in Monte Rio, CA remains secretary and Jeff Hoag from Scott Lake Country Club in Comstock Park, MI remains treasurer.
SQAIRZ Expands Medical Advisory Board With Biomechanics Expert Scott K. Lynn, PhD
SQAIRZ announced today that Scott K. Lynn, PhD, an internationally recognized biomechanics researcher and human movement expert, has joined the company’s Medical Advisory Board. Dr. Lynn is one of the leading authorities in ground reaction force analysis and force-plate research in sport. For more than 25 years, his work has focused on how humans interact with the ground and how footwear and movement patterns influence performance, efficiency, and injury risk. His research spans orthopedic biomechanics, athletic performance, and applied sport science, with extensive experience in both golf and baseball.

BUSINESS
The Putting Zone Brings a New Indoor Golf Experience to Nashville
The TPZ, a 29,000-square-foot indoor facility, is based in Nashville, TN. It houses a par-72, 18-hole full-blown putting course that stretches just over 1/3 of a mile. Designed by the award-winning golf architect duo of Garl-Nix, well known for their thoughtful, memorable designs, the course features multiple changeable hole and tee locations, like an outdoor green. This keeps the course fresh every time it is played. The Flagship putting course is legitimately the new Putting Capitol of the World. The entire design is crafted to mirror the contours, nuances, and challenges of its outdoor twin.
Blue Tees Golf Debuts Its Most Advanced Connected Product Lineup at PGA Show — Preorders Now Open
Following a standout showing at the 2026 PGA Show, Blue Tees Golf announced that its newest generation of connected golf technology — Captain Air, Captain Pro, Player Pro, and Rainmaker — is now available for preorder. Unveiled to retailers, media, and PGA professionals in Orlando, the new lineup represents Blue Tees’ most ambitious launch to date: a suite of modern golf devices designed to work independently or together as part of a connected ecosystem built around the modern player.
Logan’s ‘Touchy Feely’ Wedges and OCTOGRIPS named BEST OF SHOW 2026
Percussion Golf, creators of the Swing Sling training device and manufacturers of three premium golf products: Logan wedges, putters, and OCTOGRIPS, proudly announce being named “BEST OF SHOW 2026” by MYGOLFSPY following the 2026 PGA Show in Orlando, January 20-23, 2026. Using the technology behind the OCTOGRIP, DE Logan secured a design patent for a specialty milled face for wedges. This gave birth to Logan’s Golf and “The Touchy Feely” wedges.
Beyond GPS: How Reach Golfers is Leading The Data-Driven Golf Cart Revolution
Did you know 65% of public golf courses still don’t have GPS on their carts? In this live interview from the PGA Show 2026, host Colin Weston of The ModGolf Podcast sits down with Adam Kanouse, Co-CEO of Reach Golfers, to uncover a massive untapped market for golf technology. Discover how their golfer-first platform is disrupting the industry with a dual-revenue model, elegant design, and a bold vision to transform the golf cart into a powerful data hub that increases profitability and enhances every round.

COURSES
Spring at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón
Spring unfolds beautifully at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, where sunlit fairways, refined luxury, and thoughtfully curated experiences define the season. Beyond the fairways, spring is equally designed for families to reconnect and unwind. From time spent on the course to afternoons at The Reservoir water park, each day balances play with relaxation. Expansive green spaces, elevated dining, and signature Ritz-Carlton service create an environment where every generation feels at home. This season, discover where family time meets the fairway—and where every stay is designed to be unforgettable.
8AM Golf to Host The Bridges Cup and GOLF’s Top Teachers Summit at Trump Turnberry in 2026
8AM Golf is pleased to announce that two of its flagship events, The Bridges Cup and GOLF’s Top Teachers Summit, will be hosted at the iconic Trump Turnberry Resort in Scotland in 2026. The Bridges Cup brings together elite mid-amateur golfers and leaders from across the game for a team competition between the United States and a team of top International amateurs. The International team has featured players from around the world, reflecting the truly global nature of the event. Matches will be contested across two of Trump Turnberry’s most celebrated layouts, the Ailsa Course and the King Robert the Bruce Course.
📈 TRENDING
1️⃣ Bettinardi Golf announced a new limited-edition collaboration with W.L. Weller, introducing a curated collection of precision-milled putters and accessories inspired by the heritage and craftsmanship of the Original Wheated Bourbon brand.
2️⃣ Golf Genius and GOLFZON, the global leader in golf simulator technology, announced a new strategic partnership focused on advancing tournament and league experiences in the rapidly growing golf simulator market.
3️⃣ SuperStroke announced the debut of its Zenergy TLT grip, designed exclusively for the rapidly growing number of zero-torque, lie-angle-balanced putters that have become popular with a wide range of golfers.
4️⃣ PAYNTR Golf announced the official signing of PGA TOUR standout Sam Burns as the brand’s newest ambassador, further strengthening its presence among the game’s elite players.
5️⃣ Fresh off his emotional LIV Golf Adelaide victory, Anthony Kim content started trending on the wire, most notably his partnership with Extracurricular clothing AK Official Collection.





