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Category: Press Releases

USGA Awards US$15,000 in Grant Funding to Local First Tee Chapters

USGA Awards US$15,000 in Grant Funding to Local First Tee Chapters

June 14, 2019

Pebble Beach, California, United States: United States Golf Association (USGA) CEO Mike Davis, Vice Chairman of the First Tee Board and former PGA Tour Commissioner Tim Finchem, and First Tee President Greg McLaughlin came together at the 119th US Open Championship to recognise the USGA’s long-standing commitment bringing young people to the game through the […]

Jebsen & Jessen Technology Pens Agreement with BA Pumps & Sprayers

Jebsen & Jessen Technology Pens Agreement with BA Pumps & Sprayers

June 13, 2019

Singapore: Jebsen & Jessen Technology’s Turf & Irrigation Division has entered into an exclusive agreement for distribution and servicing of BA Pumps & Sprayers’ products in Southeast Asia. The agreement comes as Jebsen & Jessen Technology sees more companies in the region requiring high-quality sprayers and pumps for the local agricultural, horticultural, and industrial markets, […]

Women’s Golf Day Hailed as Resounding Success

Women’s Golf Day Hailed as Resounding Success

June 13, 2019

New York, United States: Women’s Golf Day (WGD) 2019 blew all expectations out of the water, smashing previous records for venues, countries and overall reach. The global celebration of golf succeeded in its goal of uniting women around the world, with 845 locations across 46 countries hosting WGD events that combined socialising and golf. Outside […]

Class of 2019 Enshrined in World Golf Hall of Fame

Class of 2019 Enshrined in World Golf Hall of Fame

June 12, 2019

Goosen joins Ernie Els and Player – who were both present at the Induction Ceremony – as well as Bobby Locke as the fourth South African to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Goosen remarked on his golf career, sharing his love for the game from early on in his life. Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United […]

Abu Dhabi Turns on the Style for Golf Tourism Week

Abu Dhabi Turns on the Style for Golf Tourism Week

June 11, 2019

Abu Dhabi: With attendees from golf trade and media titles, this year’s Golf Tourism Week welcomed decision makers and journalists from 12 countries. With a packed itinerary, the key amenities of Abu Dhabi were showcased, including experiences of golf, luxury accommodation, culture and top tourist attractions. The Golf Tourism Week attendees, including representatives from the […]

Mission Hills China Strengthens Ties with Faldo Series Asia

Mission Hills China Strengthens Ties with Faldo Series Asia

June 11, 2019

Haikou, Hainan Island, China: Mission Hills China is strengthening its ties to the Faldo Series Asia with confirmation it will stage two qualifying tournaments in 2019. Last month, the Faldo Series Shenzhen Championship was held over the Rose-Poulter Course at Mission Hills’ Dongguan site, the second leg of the 2019-20 Faldo Series Asia season. Meanwhile, […]

Tee-Off for Thailand's Biggest Tournament for Club Golfers

Tee-Off for Thailand's Biggest Tournament for Club Golfers

June 9, 2019

Hua Hin, Thailand: More than 400 participants representing 22 countries have arrived in Thailand for the 2019 Centara World Masters Golf Championship, starting in Hua Hin today. The Centara World Masters is a joint initiative between Australian-based Go Golfing and Bangkok-based golf tour operator, Golfasian, a Full Business Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation. The sell-out event is […]

US Open Augmented Reality App Launched

US Open Augmented Reality App Launched

June 8, 2019

Liberty Corner, New Jersey, United States: The United States Golf Association (USGA) has launched a new US Open Augmented Reality (AR) App by Deloitte, designed to provide golf fans with an engaging and innovative digital experience for the 119th US Open Championship at Pebble Beach Golf Links from June 10-16. Available in the Apple App […]

Teenage Amateur's Birdie Spree Puts Professionals in the Shade

Teenage Amateur's Birdie Spree Puts Professionals in the Shade

June 8, 2019

Zhangjiagang, China: Teenage Chinese Taipei amateur Hou Yu-chiang upstaged her professional rivals to claim victory at the Zhangjiagang Shuangshan Challenge. Thanks to a magical spell of five successive birdies on the back nine, the 18-year-old Hou matched the tournament scoring record with a closing eight-under 64 to overturn a five-stroke overnight deficit. She finished with […]

Caddie Documentary Hits the Big Screen

Caddie Documentary Hits the Big Screen

June 7, 2019

New York, United States: ‘Loopers: The Caddie’s Long Walk’, the most thorough feature-length film documentary ever developed on golf’s historic caddie profession, will make its theatrical debut today at approximately 100 locations in 30 States across the United States. The film, narrated by famed actor and former caddie Bill Murray, has drawn critical acclaim in […]

Application Process for Green Start Academy Underway

Application Process for Green Start Academy Underway

June 6, 2019

Cary, North Carolina, United States: The application process for the 14th annual Green Start Academy (GSA) is now open. John Deere Golf and Bayer, are accepting applications through June 28. Those interested in applying can do so at the Green Start Academy website. GSA is open to assistant superintendents from the United States and Canada […]

Faldo Series Breaks New Ground with Thailand Trilogy

Faldo Series Breaks New Ground with Thailand Trilogy

June 5, 2019

Bangkok, Thailand: The 2019-20 Faldo Series Asia season will break new ground with the inclusion of an innovative qualifying process in Thailand. In addition to the standalone Faldo Series Thailand Championship, a series of three other qualifying events will be staged across the country, in conjunction with international schools in Thailand. Combined performances of players […]