Golf Viewership Declines In a disturbing trend, both CBS and NBC saw significant decreases in television viewership in 2024. CBS saw their weekend telecasts decrease by 17% compared to 2023. This is the second year of the lower Nielsen ratings for golf coverage. Last year saw viewer numbers drop by 14%. With both year’s losses reaching […]
We know that every Santa wants to get the perfect gift for their loved one. If your guy, or girl is a golfer we have a few ideas that will help make this the best Christmas ever! SQAIRZ Golf Shoes SQAIRZ Golf Shoes have taken the golf world by storm and become one of […]
By Fred Altvater Tom Fazio has long been one of the world’s leading golf architects, with hundreds of his designs in countries around the world. He recently completed another one of his gems at Reynolds Lake Oconee in central Georgia, the Richland Golf Course. Reynolds Lake Oconee is a residential community encompassing over 4,000 homes […]
By Kurt Wieneke Warmer weather has arrived, it’s time to come out of our golf hibernation and find some white wines to drink on your patio, or deck. If you like fruit flavors, such as apple and pear, then white wines are right up your alley. Here are a few intriguing, off-the-beaten-path, white wines […]
Charlie Woods Misses Cut at U.S. Junior Amateur Tiger Woods visited Oakland Hills Golf Club last month to watch his son, 15-year-old Charlie compete in the U.S. Junior Amateur. Charlie did not advance out of the 36-hole medal play portion of the tournament, but larger than normal crowds turned out to watch the action. Normally […]
Pinehurst successfully wrapped up another successful U.S. Open Championship with four more national opens to be held on famed No. 2 in 2029, 2035, 2041 and 2047. Pinehurst’s connection with the USGA has been strengthened by a 150-year lease granted to the USGA for Golf House Pinehurst. USGA’s equipment testing is now housed in the […]
There are a multitude of questions heading into the 124th U.S. Open that will be held on famed Pinehurst No. 2 later this month. -Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele captured the first two major titles of 2024, but will they add a U.S. Open Trophy to their collections? -Tiger Woods will give it one more […]
ANOTHER GOLF OPTION In 2024 French Lick will expand its golf offerings by developing a totally new golf experience located near the existing Valley Links Course. Stay tuned for more information on that later. Korn Ferry Tour Coming to French Lick The future stars of the PGA Tour will compete for 2025 PGA Tour […]
USGA Revised 2024 Rules The United States Golf Aassociation (USGA) sets and defines the rules of golf and have announced three rules changes for 2024. The World Handicap System was first introduced in 2020 in an effort to make golf inclusive for all skill-levels, provide a consistent measure of ability, plus remain current with trends. […]
By Santana Shipley In a testament to the talent and dedication of its members, the Indiana Section PGA proudly announces that three of its esteemed professionals, Tony Pancake, Robert Koontz and Crystal Morse, have been recognized as recipients of the 2024 PGA of America Awards. These awards, presented annually, acknowledge individuals who have demonstrated exceptional […]