NEWS
Johnnie-O Signs Matthew Stafford as First Professional Football Ambassador
Johnnie-O, the premium lifestyle apparel brand rooted in East Coast tradition, West Coast casual, and Midwest grit, is excited to announce the signing of MVP quarterback Matthew Stafford as its latest professional athlete ambassador.
The partnership celebrates Stafford’s storied football career, from his standout collegiate days at the University of Georgia to becoming a champion on professional football’s biggest stage. His journey — from Georgia Bulldog to professional football champion — makes him a natural fit for both the Johnnie-O Collegiate Collection, featuring officially licensed gear for more than 200 colleges and universities, and the NFL Collection, featuring all 32 professional teams.
No. 2 USC Trojans earn third consecutive team title in Hawai‘i
No. 2 ranked Southern California continued its dominant spring run Wednesday, capturing its third Dr. Donnis Thompson Invitational team title – and third straight tournament win – after a very memorable week in Hawai‘i.
The Trojans finished at 28-under par, extending their second round lead for a 23-shot victory at Pearl at Kalauao. USC extends one of America’s hottest winning streaks as the postseason nears.
USC celebrates their third Dr. Donnis Thompson Invitational tournament title on March 18, 2026 at Pearl at Kalauao in ‘Aiea, Hawai‘i.
The Trojans’ Jasmine Koo won individual medalist honors by six strokes at 11-under (67-68-67).
NGCOA Hosts AI-Focused Workshop Series
The National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) announces the launch of its newest event series, the Golf Business AI Workshop Tour, with the first workshop taking place on Tuesday, April 21 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at The Glen Club in Glenview, IL. In each of these exclusive, high-impact, in-person workshops, attendees will spend a full day learning about artificial intelligence and how to harness its power to improve golf course marketing and operations. Learn more about the event and education program here.
MEDIA
Golf Galaxy Named Presenting Sponsor of Big Break X Good Good as Iconic Golf Reality Competiton Premieres on Golf Channel in August
Golf Galaxy has been named the presenting sponsor of Big Break x Good Good, as the ground-breaking golf reality competition show returns to Golf Channel this August. Taking place at Horseshoe Bay Resort in Horseshoe Bay, Texas, Big Break x Good Good presented by Golf Galaxy renews Golf Channel’s transformative golf reality competition series, in partnership with Good Good Golf. The original series broke ground in television entertainment beginning in the early 2000s and ran for a record-breaking 23 seasons.
Handicapping The Putting Zone Shootout National Putting Tour ESPN Event
Saturday, March 21st, is the big day for the Putting Zone Shootout with over 60 of the World’s Greatest Professional Putters vying for the largest Purse for the current year 2026. This is one of the premier events for the National Putting Tour, which will draw ESPN coverage. 24 amateurs will test their skills on the one-of-a-kind course as well. 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.
BUSINESS
The Easiest Way To Clean Up Your Greens: Wittek Golf’s Pick N’ Go Green Picker
Effortlessly collect golf balls on practice greens, chipping areas, and indoor facilities with the Wittek Pick ‘N Go ball picker — designed for convenience, durability, and turf protection. Its 42” wide funnel sweeps large areas with ease, channeling balls into a single line for smooth pickup by the robust picking wheel. Balls are lifted cleanly into a 150-ball capacity basket, which easily detaches for quick collection and transport. When not in use, the folding funnels align neatly with the handle for compact storage, and the central carry handle plus raised push bar make it simple to carry or hang on a wall. Built from all-metal construction with fiberglass handles and anti-scalp solid rear wheels, the Pick ’N Go is both tough on performance and gentle on your turf.
Introducing the BJGT / FCG European Open Championship in Italy
Future Champions Golf (FCG) is proud to announce an exciting new international partnership with the British Junior Golf Tour (BJGT) to co-sanction the BJGT / FCG European Open Championship, set to take place July 28–30, 2026 at the stunning Bogogno Golf Resort in Italy. The BJGT / FCG European Open Championship represents more than just a tournament—it is a pathway-driven international experience designed to connect players, families, and coaches across continents.
BallenIsles Charities Foundation Awards Record $1,571,000 In Grants To 56 Local Organizations’ Programs
The BallenIsles Charities Foundation, made up of members and residents of BallenIsles Country Club, recently announced that 56 not-for-profit and civic organizations’ programs serving the local Palm Beach County community are recipients of financial grants totaling a record $1,571,000. Since the Foundation’s inception in 2011, more than $11.3 million has been awarded to benefit local Palm Beach County community organizations.
📈 TRENDING
1️⃣ L.A.B. Golf, renowned for pioneering Lie Angle Balance (L.A.B.) technology in putting, introduced the latest additions to the company’s revolutionary lineup of putters – LINK.2.1 and LINK.2.2.
2️⃣ Miura Golf introduced its newest iron, the PI-402. It features a resilient 3mm Chromoly steel face, hot-rolled for elasticity, and consistent ball speed across the entire face, coupled with 35g of tungsten.
3️⃣ Srixon’s Tour Staff debuted the Tour Ink Collection headwear yesterday during the PGA TOUR’s Valspar Championship. The Tour Ink Collection includes premium headwear featuring the bold Tour Ink splash pattern in four color options, delivering a modern look that stands out while maintaining the comfortable fit and quality golfers expect from Srixon.
4️⃣ Arccos Golf launched Arccos Air, a breakthrough in game tracking. This wearable device is small enough to slip into your pocket, yet powerful enough to apply AI to detect and track every shot automatically — no sensors, no phone, no interruption. When the round ends, the Arccos app tells you exactly where you gained or lost strokes, how you compare to benchmarks, and what to practice.
5️⃣ 2026’s Hottest Indoor Golf Trends Revealed - Jon Sherman, the founder of Practical Golf, says it’s never been more affordable and easier to set up a stand-alone business that focuses on simulators, whether it’s for league play, lessons, or just pure enjoyment. And that trend’s not ending anytime soon.