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JStewart Golf on a Roll

JStewart Golf on a Roll

April 8, 2016

Hong Kong: JStewart Golf has been appointed official distributor for Evnroll putters in Hong Kong, Macau and Southeast Asia. Founded by Guerin Rife, the Evnroll putters showcase the latest groove technology in golf. “These putters have the potential to revolutionise the game of golf … a putter that eliminates miss-hits by broadening the sweet spot […]

Vietnam’s ‘Golf Capital’ Lands Direct Flights from Bangkok

Vietnam’s ‘Golf Capital’ Lands Direct Flights from Bangkok

April 8, 2016

Danang, Vietnam: Vietnam’s Central Coast is poised to make another move up the leaderboard of great golf destinations thanks to a calculated read by Bangkok Airways. On May 25, Thailand’s second biggest carrier will launch direct flights from Bangkok to Danang, gateway to four of the most impressive courses to have opened in Asia within the […]

Senior Management Appointments at Laguna National

Senior Management Appointments at Laguna National

April 7, 2016

Singapore: Mark Bates and Mark Isley have joined the senior management team at Laguna National Golf and Country Club. While PGA of Canada professional Bates has assumed the position of Director of Golf Operations, GCSAA certified superintendent Isley has been appointed Director of Agronomy and Project Manager. “We welcome both to the club,” said Patrick […]

China Emerging as 'Unstoppable Force in World Golf'

China Emerging as 'Unstoppable Force in World Golf'

April 7, 2016

Shenzhen, China: Cheng Jin‘s appearance in this week’s Masters Tournament is further evidence of China ‘as the unstoppable force in world golf’. As 18-year-old Cheng prepared to tee-off at Augusta National, HSBC reaffirmed its commitment to golf in China by extending its sponsorship of the China Golf Association [CGA]-HSBC China Junior Golf Programme for another five […]

Major Exemptions Reward for Olympic Gold Medallists

Major Exemptions Reward for Olympic Gold Medallists

April 6, 2016

Augusta, United States: Gold medallists in the Olympic Games will receive a one-year exemption into golf’s Major championships. The men’s champion in Rio will be exempt into the Masters, US Open, Open Championship and US PGA Championship in 2017, while the women’s exemption begins with the 2016 Evian Championship and includes the ANA Inspiration, Women’s […]

Toro Joins PGA Official Supplier Programme

Toro Joins PGA Official Supplier Programme

April 6, 2016

London, England: Toro has joined The PGA’s Official Supplier programme – a network of leading companies in the golf industry. The innovative turf machinery and irrigation product manufacturer has signed a three-year agreement which offers an opportunity for Toro to strengthen its already strong foundations with golf facilities across the world. PGA Members will also […]

Golf Academy Partner for Global Amateur Series

Golf Academy Partner for Global Amateur Series

April 5, 2016

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States: The Faldo Series, the global circuit of junior events created by six-time Major winner Sir Nick Faldo, has appointed the International Junior Golf Academy (IJGA) as its Official Golf Academy Partner. Rory McIlroy and fellow multiple Major champion Tseng Ya-ni are among past winners on the Faldo Series, […]

AGIF Golf Facility Members Scoop People's Choice Awards

AGIF Golf Facility Members Scoop People's Choice Awards

April 5, 2016

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Asian Golf Industry Federation Golf Facility members sprang to the fore at the inaugural ParGolf People’s Choice Awards in Malaysia. Kota Permai Golf and Country Club, Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club [KLGCC] and The Els Club Teluk Datai were all among the big winners, announced at a prize-giving ceremony in the […]

Addressing Legal Issues at Business Management Institute Course

Addressing Legal Issues at Business Management Institute Course

April 4, 2016

Singapore: Legal Issues in Employment will be one of the topics on the agenda at this week’s Business Management Institute [BMI] course in Singapore. Vernon Voon and Ian Li from RHT Law Taylor Wessing LLP will address a wide range of legal issues during their presentations at the Asian Golf Industry Federation [AGIF]-organised event at […]

Drive to Grow Asian Junior Series Gathering Pace

Drive to Grow Asian Junior Series Gathering Pace

April 4, 2016

Singapore: Six-time Major champion Sir Nick Faldo has pledged to continue his drive to grow the Faldo Series Asia. Ahead of the 11th season of the junior series that will be made up of a minimum of 21 events in 17 countries including, for the first time, two qualifiers in Thailand, Faldo said he is […]

Pavit Prevails in Extra Time

Pavit Prevails in Extra Time

April 3, 2016

Miaoli, Chinese Taipei: Thai hotshot Pavit Tangkamolprasert held off local hero Lin Wen-tang on the fourth play-off hole to claim his fifth Asian Development Tour (ADT) title at the US$150,000 Charming Yeangder ADT. The 26-year-old Pavit carded a five-under-par 67 after closing with three straight birdies to force extra time with Lin, who returned with […]

Economic Value of Golf to be Debated in Parliament

Economic Value of Golf to be Debated in Parliament

April 3, 2016

London, England: A debate is to take place in the House of Commons on the value of golf to the United Kingdom economy. The Adjournment Debate, which will take place in the Commons Chamber on the evening of April 13, was applied for by Lincoln MP and Chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Golf Group Karl […]

Nike Engineers in Pursuit of a Better Roll

Nike Engineers in Pursuit of a Better Roll

April 2, 2016

Beaverton, United States: Over a decade of research and insight from some of the world’s greatest golfers, including Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, prompted Nike engineers to embark on a new putter design that minimises distractions. David Franklin, Nike Golf Master Modelmaker, said: “When we design a putter, our entire goal is to make the putter […]

Nicklaus Named to World Golf Hall of Fame's Selection Committee

Nicklaus Named to World Golf Hall of Fame's Selection Committee

April 2, 2016

St Augustine, Florida, United States: The World Golf Hall of Fame and Museum has announced that 18-time Major winner Jack Nicklaus will join fellow Hall of Fame members Nancy Lopez, Gary Player and Annika Sorenstam as Co-Chairs of the Selection Commission for the World Golf Hall of Fame. The Selection Commission will elect the Class […]

Laguna Golf Phuket Expands Junior Drive

Laguna Golf Phuket Expands Junior Drive

April 1, 2016

Phuket, Thailand: Laguna Golf Phuket, a Golf Facility Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation, is stepping up its commitment to junior golfers. Named Thailand’s Best Golf Course at the 2015 World Golf Awards, Laguna Golf Phuket has initiated a junior golf membership, open to golf enthusiasts under the age of 18. As well as having […]