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Monty Talks About Missing Ryder Cup
For the first time since 1989, Colin Montgomerie will not be on the European Ryder Cup team. In this video interview he talks about it, as well as where he sees his career going.
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2008 PGA Fall Expo A Hit
The 08 PGA Fall Expo was held in Las Vegas from August 25-27. By most measures it was a hit. This story provides an event overview and key highlights along with links to websites for full exhibitor lists and product launch details.
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State of the State for Golf Operations
The Club Managers Association of America has just released it's 2008 Club Operations and Financial Data Report. If you want to understand the US Golf industry, this report is a must have.
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James Bond's Golf Ball Returns
A real James Bond trivia fan will know the super spy's preferred golf ball is the Penfold Heart. Penfold Golf will relaunch 007's favorite to commemorate the Ian Fleming Centenary 2008.
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Is Natural Golf For You
According to The Wire, a number of current and former NFL players have switched to the Natural Golf method with great success. Click here for the full article.
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Calm Those 1st Tee Jitters
It's no secret, every golfer gets first tee jitters, including Anika and Tiger. Katharine Dyson at TravelGolf gives some advice on how to overcome and even thrive on them.
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Go To The Masters In Style
If going to the Masters by itself is not good enough for you, then check out this article at TravelGolf about how to do it in style.
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New Business Tool For Golf In Asia
Asia Pacific Golf Development Conferences Pte Ltd has announced that they will create a database for the commerical golf industry to track golfing trends in Asia.
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Turfgrass Proceedings Available
The first meeting of the European Turfgrass Society just concluded in Pisa. Click here for information about the society and access to the proceedings.
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Some Scottish Golf Clubs Fall On Hard Times
If times are tough in Scotland for some golf courses, what does that signal for the rest of the world? Business experts predict that as many as 20% of Scottish clubs could be facing bankruptcy.
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WSU Ups The Ante With New Course
Washington State University had a good golf program considering it only had a nine hole course. All that's changed with the opening of a new championship 7,305 yard course by John Harbottle.
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European Ryder Cup Rankings
The Ryder Cup is only a little more than a month away. Interest in who will play is heating up. Here's the latest European rankings from BBC Golf.
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Play Golf On You iPhone
As if you don't get enough misery on the course, now you can play golf on you iPhone thanks to Par 72 Golf from Reset game.
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RI Course Uses Wastewater
It may be the littlest state in the union, but they have big ideas about making golf more environmentally friendly. The Jamestown Golf Course now uses recycled 'brown water' for all their course watering needs.
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John Huggan Tags Along With Greg Norman
Joh Huggan, the fabulous golf writer, had the chance to tag along with Norman as he cruised Turnberry inspecting for some upgrades. Terrific insight in this piece.....
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One More Step To Environmentally Friendly Golf
Environmental Business Solutions announces that their Environmental Management Solution (E-PARŪ) has achieved certification to international standards allowing it to audit and certify golf courses around the world.
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Norman Praises Physiotherapy
So what's Greg Norman's secret to an amazing resurgence at the British Open? Chris Everett? Or could it be the European Tour Physiotherapy Unit?
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IGTM Show In Spain Almost Sold Out
The International Golf Travel Market, the premiere golf travel expo will be held in Andalucia Spain this year from November 17-20. Exhibitor space is almost 100% allocated and hosted lodging for buyers and press is nearly all booked.
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GPSI and Prolink Go Toe To Toe
GPS Industries is suing Prolink companies for patent infringement. Prolink already has a suit against GPSI. Is this much to do about nothing or will it seriously effect handheld GPS based yardage systems?
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Could UK Golf Industry Presage US Market
The UK Golf Equipment industry is predicting serious consolidation over the next 12 months as a reaction to general economic malaise according to the 3rd edition of the 2008 Plimsoll Analysis.
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The IGA Shoots For Olympic Golf
In an effort to promote the game and increase rounds played, the International Golf Federation has created a committee to push for the inclusion of golf in the Olympic Games.
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Al Barkow On Royal Birkdale
Who better to give insight and historical perspective to Royal Birkdale than famous golf historian Al Barkow...a very enjoyable read. Full article at Golf Observer.
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Garcia Confronts The Ghost Of The Open Past
Last year was a heartbreak for Sergio Garcia when he lost to Padraig Harrington in a playoff for the British Open title. What is his approach to this year's contest at Royal Birkdale?
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Royal Birkdale Lucky Charm For Justin Rose
For those with short memories, Royal Birkdale is where Justin Rose burst onto the golfing scene by finishing 4th as a 17 year-old amateur. Will the course act as the launching pad for the next stage in his career?
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Harrington Plays Despite Wrist Injury
Padraig Harrington disclosed that he hurt his wrist last week and isn't sure if he can defend his British Open title. Today he was able to play nine holes in a practice round.
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Kenny Perry Talks About His Ryder Cup Dream
Currently Kenny Perry is ranked number 3 on the list of golfers for the US Ryder Cup Team. He talks to reporters about why making the team is such an important goal for him this year.
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British Open Videos From 1923
The Royal and Ancient has been kind enough to put a whole library of videos online from Open championships beginning in 1923. Once you're at the website choose the 'Past Opens' tab.
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Matthew Ruddy Updates State of Golf Today
Is golf as an industry sick or healthy? Golf Digest and Business Week commissioned a study to bring industry statistics up-to-date. Ruddy's report presents what's really going on since the last major study in 2005.
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Golf Coach Torrance Gets Dumped By Warren
Marc Warren, an upcoming young star in Europe who has cooled as of late has dumped his famed coach Bob Torrance who helped Padraig Harrington win the British Open last year. Torrance's response was that Warren, like many young golfers, is more interested in material wealth than honing his golfing skills.
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Don't Forget Scottish Open This Week
With the likes of Mickelson, Scott, Els, Montgomerie, Westwood and Clarke playing in the Barclays Scottish Open this week at Loch Lomond expect to see some great golf as they prepare for next week's British Open at Royal Birkdale.
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Cascata, Best Rees Jones Course Ever?
If you're in Vegas, have a pocket full of winnings and want to play one of the most unusual courses in the world, then Cascata is for you. It's a golf experience like no other.
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World Series Of Golf Ups Ante
Playing four days of golf with prize money for the winner may not be enough for today's gamble-aholics. CBS has started the World Series of Golf which combines golf skills with the betting skills of Texas Hold'em. Will it catch on?
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2008 Golf Inc. Conference
If you are an owner-operator or golf course designer, then you probably know about the annual Golf Inc. Conference. It's the industry's highest rated educational event and will be held this year from September 29 to October 1 in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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May Golf Rounds Down
May 2008 golf rounds were down versus the same period last year. The biggest declines were in the Lower Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions which were hit with particularly bad weather.
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Daiwa Announces ONOFF Irons
If you want a top level game improvement iron that also has the cache of a Rolex, then check out the new ONOFF irons from Daiwa Golf Company.
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'08 US Women's Open Leads In Recycling
Hennepin County Environmental Services and the USGA combined forces to make the '08 Women's Open the greenest golf event yet. The full story at World Golf News explains how they did it....
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How The USGA Controls Golf Balls
Timothy Carroll, who writes for the Wall Street Journal, provides an interesting behind the scenes account of how the USGA tests golf balls to insure they conform to the latest requirements.
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Tiger Gets Knee Surgery At Park City
More famous for skiing than golf, Tiger got his ACL repaired in Park City, Utah by doctors Thomas D. Rosenberg and Vernon J. Cooley. Tiger's rehabilitation will start almost immediately.
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How Different Is Setup For Women's US Open?
Four USGA officials discuss the setup for the '08 Women's US Open. There's a lot of information here about Interlachen, a Donald Ross course. Don't forget that Bobby Jones won a Men's Open on the same course in 1930.
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Sun Mountain Expands H2NO Line
Last year, Sun Mountain introduced the first completely waterproof golf bag. This year the H2NO is available as either a carry or cart bag. Details at Fairways and Greens....
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Ecco Is Tops According To Golf Fitness
Golf Fitness magazine has chosen Ecco's ACE Hydromax golf shoes as number one in golf footwear based on fit, performance, styling/design, cool factor, cross-over appeal, value and overall performance.
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European Ryder Cup Rankings
Who's looking good for making the European Ryder Cup Team? BBC Golf has the rankings. It looks to be a team with a lot of youth on it.
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Help for Left-Handers From SKLZ
SKLZ, the industry leader in sports skill development products and equipment, has announced they are now offering their highly successful Swing Accelerator and Refiner training clubs in left-handed versions.
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Medicus Releases Stack and Tilt DVD's
The hottest new golf swing on tour is the 'stack and tilt', now used by more than 25 pros. Medicus has just announced the release of an instructional DVD set on the technique that was created with Mike Bennett and Andy Plummer, the original creators of 'stack and tilt'.
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Women's US Open Fact Sheet
Next week, the USGA will host the Women's US Open Championship at Interlachen Country Club in Edina, Minnesota. The complete fact sheet about the event is available at Cybergolf.
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Tiger Woods Out For Rest Of The Season
Tiger revealed after the U.S. Open that he has stress fractures and a damaged ACL in his left knee that will require surgery. He will miss the rest of the '08 season including all majors and the Ryder Cup. Full details at Fox news...
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Plan Now For '08 PGA Fall Expo
The PGA Fall Expo will be held 25-27 August in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. This year's expo has been redesigned to focus on new ways to increase revenue in today's economic climate.
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Tiger Interview After Open Victory
Tiger discusses his Open performance after Monday's victory. Here are the questions and answers from three separate interviews as posted by National Golf News.
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Is Davis Love Back On Track
It seemed like Davis Love had fallen off the face of the earth until the last two days at the US Open. Gene Wang of the Washington Post describes Love's road back from setbacks and surgeries. Is he here to stay?
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Future Stars List
Golfweek has released it's annual college mens' All America list. It's not surprising that the list is headed by Ricky Fowler from Oklahoma State who shot a very nice 70 yesterday in round one of the US Open.
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Dramatic 18th At Torrey Pines
If you are a US Open fan, you'll need a long memory to recall when an 18th hole birdie lead to a victory. David Shefter of the USGA explains why the 18th at Torrey Pines has all the right ingredients to produce a dramatic finish.
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Torrey Pines In Depth Review
Who better than Sal Johnson of Golf Observer to review Torrey Pines and how it will be set-up for the Open. Sal grew up playing the course as a kid and junior golf star. He played the course recently on media day. He provides an in depth review that you won't get anywhere else.
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Video Tour Of Torrey Pines Front 9
Larry Bohannon provides a video tour of the key features and holes of Torrey Pines' front 9. This handheld video gives you a good feel for the course. Bohannon is a writer for the Desert Sun.
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1,2 and 3 Paired Together at U.S. Open
The USGA has paired Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and Adam Scott together for the first two rounds of the U.S. Open. Click here for the full list of pairings and starting times at Cybergolf.
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Torrey Pines Super Discusses Course Setup
Mark Woodward, the superintendent chief at Torrey Pines discusses the course layout for the US Open with Chris Baldwin of World Golf News. Woodward predicts even par as the winning score with greens reading 13 on the stimpmeter as opposed to the 11 they were at for the Buick Open.
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Tiger Says US Open Rough No Problem
With a newly repaired knee, you might think Tiger Woods would be a bit anxious about testing it in notorius US Open rough. The kikuyu grass at Torrey Pines is supposed to be worse than other grasses. However, Tiger says it actually lessons the stress on his knee. Chris Baldwin at World Golf News has the whole story.
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'Putter Geek' Gives Mickelson Some Advice
Think Phil Mickelson might be number 1 if he could putt better? Duane Engdahl of Quatum Golf thinks so and has a page full of advice for Phil as to why is Odyssey putter is holding him back. Judge for yourself if the self described putter geek knows what he's talking about.
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Fujikura Has Weekend Sweep
I guess it says something about a golf shaft when every pro tournament winner last weekend used a Fujikura shaft in their driver. This includes the PGA, LPGA, Nationwide and Champions tournaments. More of the story at World Golf News.
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USGA Museum Reopens
The USGA Museum in Far Hills, New Jersey has reopend after remodeling and expansion. This includes opening of the new Arnold Palmer Center for Golf History. Full details of the museum contents at Cybergolf.
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Final U.S. Open Qualifying Results
Today completes the final US Open Qualifying events worldwide. Check out GolfObserver to read the latest stories from each qualifying venue. There are some real surprises about who made it and who didn't.
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Environmental Turf Takes Home The Gold
Environmental Turf, responsible for leading turfgrass brands like UltimateFlora Zoysia, received nine awards at the 19th Annual Turf and Ornamental Communicators Awards held May 8 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Media Day at Torrey Pines
Golf Observer writer Sal Johnson gives us a preview of Torrey Pines and how it will be set up for the US Open that will be played there in two weeks. Will it be as challenging as previous public links courses that have hosted the Open, such as Pinehurst, Pebble Beach and Bethpage?
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PIng For The Ladies
Ping reports that its equipment is tops with the women who played in the NCAA Division I Championships. Ping led all brands in irons, drivers, fairway woods and hybrids.
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Wales Open Previews Celtic Manor Course
The Wales Open is being played this week on the Celtic Manor course. Besides being an important Europe PGA event, it's the first look for tour players of the course that will host the 2010 Ryder Cup.
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Lorne Rubenstein on Sorenstam
Lorne reflects on Annika's career and her play in 2003 when she teed it up at Colonial in the men's PGA Tour event, the first woman to play a men's event since Babe Zaharias 58 years earlier. She didn't make the cut, but her 71, 74 was very respectable. Full story in the Globe and Mail.
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More Tools To Make Greens Faster
For greenskeepers that want to increase the speed of your greens you now have chemical help available from Growth Products with their Green-Speed Si. This proprietary liquid product actually strengthens cell walls and also protects greens during periods of stress. Get the best of both worlds, faster greens and healthier grass.
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American Express Declares June as Golf Month for Women
Golf for Women magazine and American Express have named June as Women's Golf Month for 2008. All women are encouraged to learn, re-learn and play golf in a women-friendly environment. Details on how to get on board at World Golf.
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Royal Bank of Scotland Inks Deal with the USGA
The Royal Bank of Scotland will be partnering with the USGA to support and develop the game of golf in the US. Besides promoting USGA championships, RBS Group will also participate in the USGA's "For the Good of the Game" initiative.
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2 Thumb Grip Gets Innovation Award
The 2 Thumb Grip from the company by the same name was given the Gatsby Innovation Award. Phillip Gazeley who invented the grip will be working with sport researchers at Loughborough University in England to further test and validate the concept.
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