
NEWS
Graphite Design Announces Availability of New Co-Developed Putter Shafts with L.A.B. Golf
Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts, Inc., the exclusive distributor of Graphite Design golf shafts in North America, is pleased to announce the introduction of the new Graphite Design x L.A.B. Golf Tour AD RAIL Putter Shaft, developed exclusively for L.A.B. Golf. The Tour AD RAIL marks Graphite Design’s first-ever putter shaft, combining the performance legacy of the Tour AD brand with L.A.B. Golf’s uncompromising focus on stability, precision and premium feel.
GOLF Magazine Announces the 2026 Inductees for the World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame
GOLF Magazine announced its newest inductees into the World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame. The 2026 class includes esteemed instructors Todd Anderson, Martin Hall, Ted Sheftic and the late Dana Rader.
The ceremony is part of the 2026 Top 100 Teachers Retreat, which will take place from November 1-4 at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa just North of San Diego, California. The retreat will serve as a premier instruction and education event hosted by GOLF Magazine and will be attended by the Top 100 Teachers in golf.

BUSINESS
United States Announces Selection Criteria for 2027 Ryder Cup
The PGA of America today announced the U.S. Team selection criteria for the 2027 Ryder Cup. Points will be awarded in 2027 to all U.S. players across 31 events beginning at The American Express, scheduled for January 18-24. Points qualification will conclude through the BMW Championship, taking place August 16-22, 2027. The top six eligible players on the U.S. Ryder Cup Points list following the BMW Championship will earn automatic selections to the team. U.S. Captain Jim Furyk will make his six captain’s picks during the week of August 30 after the TOUR Championship. 2027 Ryder Cup
Turtleson Revives The Bristol Sessions, a New Forum Focused on the Future of Golf Retail
Turtleson, makers of versatile apparel for the moments that matter most, recently welcomed a select group of golf industry leaders to its Bristol headquarters for the inaugural Bristol Sessions, an invitation-only gathering created to explore the evolving needs of the modern golf club and the future of golf retail. The gathering marks the beginning of a broader series of customer-facing events from Turtleson.
SQAIRZ Launches SQAIRZ Medical
SQAIRZ, the biomechanically driven performance footwear company built on the belief that performance starts where you stand, today announced the launch of SQAIRZ Medical, extending the company’s expertise in stability and human movement into one of the most significant health challenges facing an aging population: fall risk and the loss of mobility, vitality and independence that can follow. At the center of the new division is SENTRX™ purpose-built Balance & Stability footwear engineered from the ground up by SQAIRZ to help create a more stable foundation for everyday movement. In addition, SQAIRZ Medical has developed a holistic clinical framework designed to provide a critical continuum of support.
MGI Golf Named Exclusive Electric Caddy Partner of UNLV Men’s and Women’s Golf Programs
MGI Golf, global leader in technology for the walking golfer, today announced a new partnership with the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Athletics, becoming the exclusive partner of the Men’s and Women’s golf teams for the 2026-2027 season. As part of the one-year agreement, MGI will provide its industry-leading electric golf caddies to the Rebels’ men’s and women’s golf programs.
Men’s and Women’s Guide for Fitted Baseball Caps
Athleisure and streetwear fashion has previously disagreed on various details such as denim vs. polyester. Despite their differences, both styles share an essential, key detail: the classic, fitted hat style. A fitted baseball cap should elevate your entire outfit while looking sharp and structured. When it doesn’t, it throws everything off. This guide clearly breaks down what fitted baseball caps are and how to properly wear them. Black Clover USA
ezLocator Names Golf Industry Veteran James “Hop” Hoppenrath Senior Sales Associate
ezLocator, a leading provider of golf course hole location management and precision course setup technology, today announced the appointment of James “Hop” Hoppenrath as Senior Sales Associate. Hoppenrath joins ezLocator with more than 30 years of experience in the golf industry, spanning sales, technology, business development, strategic partnerships, and golf course ownership. Most recently, Hoppenrath served as Connectivity Sales Manager for Club Car, representing Visage GPS and connected technology solutions across eight Western U.S. states and Western Canada.
PGA of America REACH Foundation Marks 10th Year as Official Charity Partner of TCS New York City Marathon
A total of 26 representatives will race for the PGA of America REACH Foundation at the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 1. The team includes 24 PGA of America Golf Professionals alongside a PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) Ambassador and a former PGA WORKS Fellow and Scholar. In the Foundation’s 10-year history with the marathon, 64 PGA Professionals have participated.

COURSES
Whistler Golf Club Announces July 2027 Reopening Following $10 Million Transformation
Whistler Golf Club will welcome golfers back in July 2027 following a comprehensive multi-million-dollar renovation designed to enhance the course’s playability, beauty and safety. The transformation marks an exciting new chapter for the iconic Arnold Palmer-designed course, which first opened in 1983. Located in the heart of one of Canada’s most celebrated mountain destinations, Whistler Golf Club has attracted golfers from around the world for more than four decades.
Landscapes Unlimited Constructing El Once at Palmilla Reserve: Los Cabos Newest Golf Course and First with Two Pins on Every Green
Golf course developer and construction company Landscapes Unlimited is nearing the first phase of completion of El Once, a private 11-hole par-3 course designed by Agustín Pizá for members of The Reserve Club at Palmilla Reserve, the final new real estate offering and private club within Palmilla, the iconic master-planned resort community that is home to One&Only Palmilla. When six of the 11 holes open later this year, El Once will be the newest golf course in Los Cabos and the first with two pins on every green.
Keswick Hall Unveils Exceptional Fall Golf Package
Keswick Hall introduces its fall golf package, an evergreen stay-and-play offer perfectly timed for the vibrant spectacle of autumn across the Blue Ridge foothills and one of the most rewarding golf vacation experiences in the U.S. This exceptional stay-and-play pairs sophisticated boutique hotel accommodations with one round of golf (including cart) for each night of the stay on the resort’s celebrated Pete Dye-designed Full Cry golf course.
Golf & Bonvoy Points for You. A Destination for Everyone.
At Williamsburg Lodge, Autograph Collection, a great golf getaway does not have to mean leaving the rest of the family behind. Located at Colonial Williamsburg Resorts, the Lodge puts golfers steps from the legendary Golden Horseshoe Gold Course, while The Shoe, a new par-3 short course, offers fun and approachable experience for golfers of every skill level. Guests can enjoy one round of golf per person, per night for up to two adults, along with 5,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy® points.

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