Babygrande Golf and Future Champions Golf (FCG) today announced a landmark three-year strategic partnership that will position Babygrande Golf as the Official Global Partner and exclusive livestream media partner of the FCG Tour through 2028. The partnership represents a significant investment in the future of junior golf media and will provide expanded livestream coverage, player storytelling, content creation, and digital engagement opportunities across Future Champions Golf events worldwide.

In honor of the Semiquincentennial of the founding of the United States of America, Wittek is excited to announce our limited-edition series of golf flags to celebrate this milestone in our nation’s history. These custom-designed flags are available in embroidered and screen-printed options, depending on the design. Order by June 12th, 2026 to receive in time for Independence Day weekend.

Five Iron Golf, the global leader in indoor golf and entertainment known for its expert instruction, Callaway Tour Fitting, competitive leagues and tournaments, and tour-level simulator technology, is encouraging families to celebrate Father’s Day with experiences centered around the game more Americans are playing than ever before. This Father’s Day, Five Iron Golf is highlighting a variety of golf experiences designed for players of all skill levels, including gift cards, coach-led instruction, Callaway Tour Fittings, leagues, tournaments, simulator play, and food and beverage experiences that can be enjoyed together throughout Father’s Day weekend.

The PGA of America and LPL Financial LLC today announced a new four-year partnership naming LPL as the official wealth management and investment advisory partner across the PGA of America’s Major Championships and PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) events. Marking LPL Financial’s first official sports partnership, and a significant step in the firm’s consumer brand expansion following last year’s national campaign launch, this collaboration will debut in 2027 with integrated on-site, broadcast, and digital activations, further elevating one of the nation’s leading independent wealth management firms and its network of financial advisors.

ShopRite celebrated its longstanding support for women’s golf and the communities it serves during this year’s ShopRite LPGA powered by Wakefern, hosting a week of special charitable initiatives culminating with the annual community luncheon at Seaview Hotel and Golf Club, where a record $2 million in grants was awarded to more than 70 organizations. The community luncheon took place Friday as the three-day tournament was getting into full swing. On Sunday, champion Celine Boutier rallied from four strokes back to shoot a final-round 66 and capture the tournament by one stroke. With the win, she joins Anna Nordqvist, Stacy Lewis and Hall-of-Famers Juli Inkster, Annika Sorenstam and Betsy King as multiple winners of this historic event.

Lightspeed Commerce Inc. released new research revealing a structural gap at the heart of golf’s growth story. 42% of women say they are playing more golf than two years ago, yet the social, flexible formats that women are most drawn to remain an underserved opportunity across many courses. The story of women in golf is not about how many are showing up. It is about what happens when they do. Women are engaging more deeply, staying longer, and responding more strongly to the brands and spaces that make room for them. As the sport continues to diversify, the data is clear: formats and environments built around social connection are where the next wave of loyalty is being earned.

Pinned Golf is kicking off Father’s Day with savings on some of its most popular products, offering golfers the chance to save up to 50% on gifts Dad will actually use every round. Whether he’s focused on lowering his handicap, playing more golf, or enjoying time with friends and family on the course, Pinned Golf’s Father’s Day Sale has something for every type of golfer.

FlightScope, a global leader in sports performance technology, wishes luck to LPGA ambassadors Allisen Corpuz, Megan Khang and Maja Stark in the U.S. Women’s Open presented by Ally at The Riviera Country Club. Khang, Corpuz and reigning U.S. Women’s Open champion Stark use FlightScope’s X3C launch monitor for trusted performance data to prepare for the second major of the season. Built with a lightweight carbon frame, the X3C is a precise full-tracking radar with more than 50 data parameters to improve your full swing, chipping and putting.

All-American and Stanford University senior Megha Ganne has been named the recipient of the 2026 Inkster Award presented by Workday, recognizing the highest-ranked women’s Division I (DI) collegiate golfer in her final year of eligibility for the 2025-2026 college golf season. The award is named after Juli Inkster, a World Golf Hall of Fame member and LPGA legend who was a three-time All-American at San José State (1979-1982). Inkster elected not to turn professional until finishing her four-year commitment to her school, winning 17 individual titles during her college career. The Inkster Award winner was announced onsite at the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, a PGA TOUR event in Dublin, Ohio.

Leading golf course and property developer and construction company Landscapes Unlimited has appointed Patrick McGuire as Development Manager of its Project Development Group. A 25-year veteran of the golf and club industry, McGuire is widely regarded as one of its most knowledgeable and versatile executives.

NXXT Golf has opened a new competitive pathway connecting the NXXT Women’s Pro Tour and the NXXT Faldo Junior Tour to the China Ladies PGA Tour, one of eight global tours recognized by the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings. Established in partnership with GOLFJOY, title sponsor of the CLPGA Tour, the pathway secures four direct competition exemptions across the 2026 and 2027 seasons. Each is earned through performance on the NXXT platform, tied to a defined season-long outcome on either the NXXT Women’s Pro Tour or the NXXT Faldo Junior Tour.

Construction is underway on the first 18 holes of FLC Golf Club Pleiku, part of a 36-hole golf course within the FLC Pleiku Golf Club & Luxury City Resort complex. The project is designed by renowned golf course architect Brian Curley. Set across a vast pine forest landscape near Pleiku, the project reflects Curley’s longstanding design philosophy: strategic golf routed lightly across the land with minimal disruption to the natural environment. The course corridors will wind through dense stands of pines, creating a shot-making test and sylvan aesthetic that Curley compares to Harbour Town Golf Links in its demand for precision and creativity.

This summer, Marriott Golf Academy is helping golfers sharpen their skills while enjoying added value both on and off the course. With two limited-time promotions available, guests can choose between extended lodging benefits or premium TaylorMade rewards while training with expert instructors in Orlando.

On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, Golf Industry Guru hosted an exclusive live Q&A session featuring Vic Aliprando, Senior Vice President of TPC Operations, where he leads an organization that oversees some of the most respected golf properties in the world — including TPC Sawgrass. The session was moderated by James Cronk, Co-Founder of Golf Industry Guru. WATCH

Step onto the course where style meets confidence and performance takes center stage. In this inspiring episode of The Traveling Golf Diva Podcast, host Doris Muscarella sits down with Erin Samson Bailey, Founder of ERIN BAILEY Collective, to explore how one woman’s childhood memories sparked a bold movement in women’s golf fashion. LISTEN

The latest episode of the Tech Caddie Podcast, hosted by Mike Hendrix of smbGOLF, features an in-depth conversation with Connor Van Gilder, founder of Trutee Golf — a brand-new, AI-powered tee sheet and point-of-sale platform built specifically for golf course operators and the golfers they serve. WATCH

Check out the new episode from Be The Right Club Today, presented by Makefield Putters. In this episode, Hal and Mark are joined by Phil Blackmar as he and Hal share their experiences playing together. New episodes every week on both YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms. WATCH

On this week’s EarthWorks Podcast, Joel Simmons talks with Scott McLean, Plant Healthcare Business Developer for Northeast Operations at The Davey Tree Expert Company. Today, Scott is a strong believer in Biological Soil Management and carbon-based fertility. He believes the lawn care industry is shifting away from high-input, ala carte service models toward more efficient flat-fee programs that reduce inputs, lower labor and fuel costs, and improve profitability, all while producing healthier lawns and happier clients. LISTEN