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Troon to Manage King Kamehameha Golf Club

Troon to Manage King Kamehameha Golf Club

July 10, 2015

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States: Asian Golf Industry Federation Executive Member Troon has been selected to manage King Kamehameha Golf Club in Maui, Hawaii. Known as Maui’s only private 18-hole course, King Kamehameha Golf Club is a historic property featuring bi-coastal ocean views of both the north and south shores of the island and a historic […]

FootGolf Fever Gathers Pace in China

FootGolf Fever Gathers Pace in China

July 10, 2015

Shenzhen, China: Birthday boy Edison Luan Chen stole the show as FootGolf fever continued to gather pace in China. The talented professional footballer lived up to his top billing as he led his team to victory in the second round of the Mission Hills Footgolf Championship on the day of his 33rd birthday. A total […]

Nicklaus and Palmer Named Honorary Co-Chairmen of 2016 US Open

Nicklaus and Palmer Named Honorary Co-Chairmen of 2016 US Open

July 10, 2015

Far Hills, New Jersey, United States: Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer have been named honorary co-chairmen of the 116th US Open Championship, to be contested at Oakmont Country Club from June 16-19. The duo made golf history at the Pittsburgh area course in 1962, when Nicklaus, 22, defeated Palmer in an 18-hole play-off to win […]

Star-Studded Line-Up for Champion Golfers’ Challenge

Star-Studded Line-Up for Champion Golfers’ Challenge

July 9, 2015

St Andrews, Scotland: Champion golfers whose victories span 60 years of Open history will take part in the Champion Golfers’ Challenge at St Andrews ahead of the 144th Open. The draw for next Wednesday’s historic contest, which will see 28 ‘champion golfers’ with a combined 45 victories in golf’s oldest Championship taking part, was published today. Peter […]

John Deere Extends Partnership with PGA Tour

John Deere Extends Partnership with PGA Tour

July 9, 2015

Illinois, United States: Asian Golf Industry Federation Executive Member John Deere will continue as a title sponsor of professional golf through 2023 as a result of a seven-year extension announced by Deere & Company, the PGA Tour and the John Deere Classic. The agreement includes sponsorship of the John Deere Classic and multiple designations for […]

Nike Golf's Club Collection Pays Tribute to History of the Game

Nike Golf's Club Collection Pays Tribute to History of the Game

July 8, 2015

Beaverton, United States: The game of golf has evolved. So have the players, the clubs, the courses and the style. Its history, however, will never change, says Nike Golf, a Full Business Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation. The latest edition of the Nike Golf Club Collection, a tribute to golf’s heritage, has been […]

Lahiri Lauds Laguna Phuket Golf Club

Lahiri Lauds Laguna Phuket Golf Club

July 8, 2015

Phuket, Thailand: Asian Tour Order of Merit leader and world number 45 Anirban Lahiri has praised Laguna Phuket Golf Club’s renovated course and practice facilities. During a recent visit to the Asian Golf Industry Federation Golf Course Facility member, the Indian star stayed at the internationally renowned resort Banyan Tree Phuket and practiced at the Phuket […]

Time to Rev up for Race to Ria Bintan!

Time to Rev up for Race to Ria Bintan!

July 7, 2015

Bintan, Indonesia: On your marks; get set … go! The Race to Ria Bintan is about to get under way. The opening leg of the 12-month series is scheduled to take place at the award-winning course on July 30. Winners of each of the 12 legs will qualify for the Grand Tournament in July, 2016 […]

'Sweet' Success for Titleist Brand Ambassador Wiesberger

'Sweet' Success for Titleist Brand Ambassador Wiesberger

July 7, 2015

Fairhaven, United States: Trailing by three shots entering the final round of the Alstom Open de France, Titleist Brand Ambassador Bernd Wiesberger (Pro V1x) closed with a six-under-par 65 en route to a three-shot victory over Titleist golf ball loyalist James Morrison (Pro V1x) at the Alstom Open de France. Wiesberger’s 13-under-par 271 victory total was punctuated by a […]

Bernhard Grinders’ Affiliation with Ohio-Based Distributor

Bernhard Grinders’ Affiliation with Ohio-Based Distributor

July 6, 2015

Birmingham, England: Bernhard and Company – manufacturer of Bernhard Grinders, the globally respected blade-sharpening systems for turf mowing machines – has partnered with Ohio-based distributor Shearer Equipment. A full-line John Deere dealer, Shearer will educate golf courses and sports facilities across northeast Ohio, northwest Pennsylvania and northern West Virginia about the benefits of Bernhard’s trademark […]

China's Young Guns in the Spotlight

China's Young Guns in the Spotlight

July 6, 2015

Dongguan, China: Sir Nick Faldo has repeated his assertion that China is edging ever-closer to becoming a significant force in the global game. Ahead of this week’s Faldo Series China Championship at Mission Hills Golf Club, the six-time Major champion predicted the world’s most populous country will soon be producing players capable of challenging for […]

Ransomes Jacobsen PR Manager Wins International Award

Ransomes Jacobsen PR Manager Wins International Award

July 5, 2015

London, England: Peter Driver, Ransomes Jacobsen’s long-serving Public Relations Manager, has won an international writing award from the Turf and Ornamental Communicators Association (TOCA), a US-based professional body composed of editors, writers and publishers involved in ‘green industry’ communications. From the 27 entries submitted in the international category of the 2015 contest he won Best […]

Open Championship Venue Relies on Toro Precision

Open Championship Venue Relies on Toro Precision

July 4, 2015

St Andrews, Scotland: The Open Championship returns to St Andrews Links for the 29th time this year, continuing a long and storied tradition of excellence. Crews have spent months preparing for the event with the help of Toro equipment and irrigation products from distributor Lely UK. As official supplier to St Andrews, Toro – an […]

Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship Countdown Underway

Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship Countdown Underway

July 4, 2015

Hong Kong: The countdown to the seventh staging of the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship (AAC) is underway. To be staged at Hong Kong’s Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club from October 1-4, the event will feature the region’s top amateur golfers – all vying for a coveted starting spot in next year’s Masters Tournament. Created by […]

FJ emPOWER – Comfort and Style

FJ emPOWER – Comfort and Style

July 3, 2015

Singapore: FootJoy has introduced a progressive new golf shoe for women, called emPOWER. Designed with bold athletic styling, emPOWER provides a comfortable, eye-catching, lightweight spikeless footwear option that performs. EmPOWER’s distinctive look begins with a BreathEasy sports mesh upper. The colour-splashed upper delivers premium breathability, keeping the foot cool throughout the day, while still providing […]