Melbourne, Fla. – ScanMyGolfBall announces its new revolutionary mobile app compatible with iOS and Android devices that can quickly scan and identify the proper golf ball for anyone’s game. Rather than collecting personal shot data about a golfer, the brand-agnostic app collects golf swing information through a series of interactive questions and then matches the golfer to a ball that best fits their game.

“It’s a convenient and easy-to-use ball fitting tool,” says app and company founder Tim Chase, who serves as CEO of SMGB Technologies in Melbourne, Fla. “Based on those questions, the app will recommend the best ball for you, or a series of balls, that are a good fit. You can also scan any golf ball through your phone’s camera, and the app will tell you how well that ball fits you based on the profile you’ve created.”

The ScanMyGolfBall app questions a golfer about swing speed, flight path tendencies, general trajectory, short-game spin, and more. Based on those answers, the app builds a profile and ultimately recommends specific golf ball models. Plus, golfers can scan any ball to see instantly how well that model fits their game.

Like millions of avid golfers, Chase was blindly playing a popular ball from a leading manufacturer for a long time. After reading up on it, he realized it was a misfit for his game. He switched to a softer compression ball and immediately added 20 yards. “I had a slower swing speed and couldn’t generate enough clubhead speed to compress the ball I was playing,” he says. “And that’s what gave me the idea for this app – especially because I was playing in a men’s league and there were older gentlemen out there playing the forward tees, hitting it 180 yards off the tee, yet also playing a ball that’s better fit for a pro. As I studied this more, I realized most golfers don’t really understand golf balls, the concept of low-spin and high-spin balls, the difference a cover makes, compression, etc. So, I set out to develop this app that makes everything very simple. By using the right ball, most people will get more distance off the tee and more accuracy. The app is a great tool for golfers.”

The ScanMyGolfBall app, which already has a database of more than 500 ball models, both new and old, goes beyond simple identification. It scans and processes ball cover type, layer count, compression, spin rate, feel, and dimple patterns. The app will soon be able to analyze and assess golf ball damage and determine its fit for use through a three-image scanning process.

Chase says his current focus is to continue building the ScanMyGolfBall app user database, which already has thousands of golf ball fitting data, enough to start seeing some exciting trends in the collected data. Currently, the top 5 most scanned manufacturers include 1. Callaway, 2. Titleist, 3. Taylormade, 4. Srixon, 5. Bridgestone. Furthermore, the top 5 most scanned golf ball models included 1. Titleist ProV1, 2. Callaway Supersoft, 3. Titleist ProV1x, 4. Callaway Chrome Soft, 5. Kirkland Performance +.

“While Titleist has the top scanned ball, Callaway has more varied models of balls being scanned with golfers showing a preference for Callaway’s slower swing speed models as opposed to Titleist’s fast swing speed models,” explains Chase. “Meanwhile, Kirkland, with only a single model on the market (the fewest of all the manufacturers represented), still made the Top 5 for most scanned balls alongside top premium balls, a likely indicator that its bargain price is a deciding factor among an increasing number of golfers.”

Chase looks forward to growing the number of app downloads and continuing to match golfers to new golf balls when they are released. “Being able to connect anytime with our fast-growing database and impacting the thousands of golfers in our system who benefit from having a properly fit golf ball is exciting,” he said. “We can send push notifications directly through the app to golfers, letting them know as new ball models become available. From there, we have the technology to create codes that could be directed to golf retailers or even specific brand websites.”

“Yes, there are other services like ours online – but most are not brand-agnostic and free. I consider this to be like a fiduciary of golf balls, in that we’re looking out for the best interest of golfers,” continued Chase.

About ScanMyGolfBall

The ScanMyGolfBall app is an innovative new platform that is compatible with iOS and Android devices, which quickly scans and identifies the proper golf ball for golfers of all abilities. Through a patent-pending algorithm, the smartphone app will quickly scan the golf ball utilizing the camera, then analyze it and reveal its details. No more guesswork on the golf swing, reading the boxes, or tedious searches to find the best golf ball for a golfer’s game. Through a series of questions about a golfer’s swing tendencies, the app will provide a personalized golf ball recommendation. The app also allows golfers to dive deep into golf ball characteristics and make informed decisions based on performance attributes to improve the golf game. It scans and processes ball cover type, layer count, compression, spin rate, feel, and dimple patterns. Discover the game-changing features of the ScanMyGolfBall app that will elevate your golf game for a game-improvement experience. No sign-in or personal information is required. Just launch the app, scan your ball, and get instant results. Visit ScanMyGolfBall.com for further details and to download the app.

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HORSESHOE BAY, TEXAS – Summer vacationers to Central Texas’ acclaimed Horseshoe Bay Resort have more awaiting them than just superb golf, spa, dining and Hill Country adventures.  In addition to boating and jet ski offerings, the AAA-Four Diamond- and Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Award-winning destination is once again making the popular Splash Safari Aqua Park available to members and overnight resort guests.

Located on scenic constant-level Lake LBJ, on beachfront at The Yacht Club at Horseshoe Bay Resort, members and overnight resort guests may enjoy this giant inflatable playscape which features an array of fun and challenging slides, climbing walls, balance beams, and more. The Splash Safari Aqua Park provides a fun and safe environment for kids to test their agility, coordination, and courage. Adults are also welcome to unleash the inner child and join in the adventure.

“Enjoying Lake LBJ has always been an integral part of the Horseshoe Bay Resort experience and the Splash Safari Aqua Park brings another dimension to the fun the whole family can enjoy on this beautiful lake,” says Managing Director Randy Zupanski. “This attraction is a great after-golf activity for all ages or an additional exciting activity the kids can enjoy between pool time and running wild at the Jungle Kids Club. Join us soon for some unforgettable summer fun.”

Members and overnight resort guests may enjoy a session on the Splash Safari Aqua Park, every Wednesday through Sunday through Labor Day Weekend. Members and guests must purchase and reserve same-day session passes to enjoy time on the new attraction.

The preferred drive-to destination for discerning Texas travelers for more than a half a century, Horseshoe Bay shines brighter than ever after a full-scale $100+ million renovation that includes three re-energized Robert Trent Jones, Sr. golf courses, completely upgraded guest rooms, the award-winning Cap Rock clubhouse, expanded conference space, a reimagined luxury Bayside Spa, fabulous restaurant concepts around the resort, and the Whitewater entertainment complex featuring 18 holes of putting thrills along with new lighting, putting course improvements and lush landscaping.

To reserve your stay this summer at the award-winning Horseshoe Bay Resort, visit www.hsbresort.com or call 877-611-0112.

About Horseshoe Bay Resort

Horseshoe Bay Resort is one of the largest golf resorts in the country and is the original Texas lakeside resort destination. It is located 45 minutes from Austin on over 7,000 picturesque acres of the Texas Hill Country and along the spectacular shores of constant-level Lake LBJ. The AAA Four Diamond resort is part of the Crescent Hotels & Resorts management company’s distinguished Latitudes lifestyle hotels and resorts division. It features three championship golf courses designed by World Golf Hall of Fame members Robert Trent Jones Sr, and one by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, as well as the exciting 18-hole, natural grass Whitewater Putting Course.

Horseshoe Bay Resort has invested $100+ million in a property-wide renovation and new construction. The work included new guest rooms, suites, and multi-room units, as well as renovation of the golf courses and facilities, dining experiences, meeting spaces, and more. The resort also features a world-class spa and health club, 14 tennis courts, 14 pickleball courts, bike rentals, hiking trails, lake activities with a full-service marina, nearby wineries, and a private airport. For more information and reservations visit  www.hsbresort.com or call 877-611-0112. 

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TACOMA, WASHINGTON – TRUE linkswear (TRUE), creator of ultra-comfortable, modern golf footwear designed for walking on and off the course, proudly announces the debut of a bottled-in-bond 100-proof bourbon release created by Washington’s Pursuit Distilling Co. and hand-selected by the TRUE team, called Dead Golfer Bourbon.

A limited, two-barrel release that will make just 438 bottles available in 2024, Barrel Select Dead Golfer Bourbon represents a partnership between two Pacific Northwest companies dedicated to authenticity, quality craftsmanship, enhancing the lifestyles of their customers. Broadcaster and former PGA TOUR player Andres Gonzales, a Pursuit co-founder and longtime friend and former college roommate of TRUE co-founder and PGA TOUR winner Ryan Moore, helped spark this collaboration that has yielded a 100-proof barrel select bourbon that has been aged carefully for more than six years in American White Oak barrels.

The Dead Golfer Bourbon refers to the popular golfing skeleton character TRUE began using in 2022 as a secondary logo on select pieces of its footwear, apparel and accessories and comes to market with the finest-quality ingredients and a Mash Bill of 72 percent yellow corn, 24 percent rye and 4 percent specialty malt barley.

“Collaboration and camaraderie are fundamental to our brand – and this project was no different. We reached out to our friends at Pursuit and tasted dozens of iterations of whiskey, bourbon and IPA spirits they’ve had aging here in Washington – and we hand selected two barrels that felt just right for our palette. The result is 438 bottles of six-year bourbon, aged in American white oak, wrapped in custom TRUE packaging, featuring our Dead Golfer icon and additional TRUE swag in every package,” said Jason Moore, TRUE co-founder and CEO.

Pursuit’s tasting notes for Dead Golfer Bourbon are:

• Nose: Fresh floral, orange blossom, fresh stonefruit, orange peel
• Palate: Silky smooth
• Finish: Candied citrus, fruit gummies, buttermint finish

“We are thrilled for customers to enjoy this barrel select offering because so much care has gone into making this a distinctive and enjoyable bourbon,” said Pursuit General Manager Cory Johnson. “Because of the climate here in Washington, whiskeys age differently and more slowly than they do in Tennessee or Kentucky, so when you’re enjoying Dead Golfer Bourbon, you’re able to appreciate the ingredients sourced from a fourth-generation farm in Walla Walla and the dedication required to properly age these one-of-a-kind craft spirits.”

Pursuit partners with Louisville, Kentucky-based distilled spirits consulting firm The Sprits Group –helmed by valued veteran industry experts Monica Wolf and Ashley Barnes – that focuses on whiskey related business strategy and operations, quality control and distillery engineering. As a result, Pursuit’s products meet exacting standards and can achieve unique tasting profiles from barrels that have been singled out through Barnes’ unique expertise.

“It’s wild how organically our relationship with TRUE has evolved based on our shared values and how we both take great pride in bringing products that are a bit more elevated to the market,” said Pursuit Co-Founder Sam Agnew. “This Dead Golfer Bourbon release with TRUE is so reflective of our company’s values of teamwork, integrity and finding ways to innovate new products for our customers.”

According to the message included in Dead Golfer Bourbon’s packaging, golf and great bourbon have several things in common: They both take time. They are best enjoyed outdoors and, most importantly, they bring people together. “This bourbon is deep, flavorful and incredibly smooth for a bottled-in-bond pour. We’ve been enjoying it neat or poured over the rocks, but it’s strong enough to hold its flavor in a nice craft cocktail form,” Moore said. “The customer is going to love the entire experience, from the unboxing all the way to the last drop. We wanted to make this an elevated, and limited experience – making it an amazing bottle to add to your collection or take to that next special event.”

To purchase this limited release of Dead Golfer Bourbon, https://shop.pursuitdistilling.com/product/true-x-pursuit-barrel-select-bourbon/221, or follow the link on https://truelinkswear.com/pages/pursuit-bourbon.

About TRUE linkswear

TRUE crafts naturally comfortable gear ready to perform from the links to the streets. As a collective, we aim to inspire each other to achieve camaraderie, wellness and purpose in the pursuit of par. We’re a group of family and friends dedicated to sharing our passion and excitement for footwear and the game of golf with like-minded players. Born amid the rugged golf landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, we use only the finest and responsibly sourced materials to protect golfers from the elements and help them #enjoythewalk.

In keeping with its global ethos, TRUE’s current footwear portfolio includes five core designs focused on sustainability, performance and comfort with a modern, minimalist aesthetic appealing to professional golfers, dedicated amateurs, avid recreational players and new golfers alike. Several TRUE models, like the recently released All Day Ripstop, are crafted almost entirely from recycled materials.

About Pursuit Distilling Co.

Pursuit Distilling Co. is a family-owned craft spirits distillery located in Enumclaw, WA. Pursuit produces several types of spirits including award-winning Flavored Whiskeys, American Single Malt Whiskeys, Vodka and other private label spirits. Pursuit is committed to creating high quality, grain-to-glass products utilizing local Pacific Northwest resources and sustainable options whenever possible. 

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ALPHARETTA, GA – Bobby Jones Links (BJL), the golf industry’s leading client-centric, boutique management company, proudly announces that it is now managing Green Oaks Country Club in Verona, Pa. This classic Donald Ross design is a par-71 that Ben Crenshaw once likened to playing in heaven.  Originally a nine-hole layout, the membership in 1913 engaged Donald Ross for a new 18-hole course after purchasing an additional 46 acres adjacent to the original property. Ross returned in 1914 to finish placing the bunkers, and the course opened in the fall of 1914.

“Pittsburgh is a very golf rich market with an excellent history and Green Oaks is part of that with a classic Donald Ross design and a strong legacy. The club is extremely accessible and it offers a top-notch course and playing experience, as well as a fully amenitized clubhouse with a large members grill, pool, tennis, and new pickleball courts. The board is intent on continuing to elevate the member value proposition through the execution of a strategic capital improvement plan,” said Doug Hellman, Chief Development Officer at BJL.

This classic golf course has certainly remained the centerpiece of the club, and now the BJL team has begun reestablishing and elevating the facility’s leadership team. “We are handling the executive search and vetting of all candidates, and in collaboration with the Board will place individuals in key leadership positions who are complementary to achieving the club’s and board’s goals,” said Hellman. “We immediately placed an interim general manager – Allyson Kahl-Darling – a senior member of our team, so we could hit the ground running. She’s worked with our staff training and leadership center.”

The Green Oaks executive board did a thorough search for the best fit in a management company and chose BJL for their expertise in navigating growth and developing staff with key leaders in critical roles. “We’re enthusiastic about the future at Green Oaks with Bobby Jones Links managing the club’s operations.  The level of complexity that has come with the club’s consistent growth over the past three years made it clear that we needed some help,” said Club President Marc Olin. “I expect the member experience to be elevated by BJL’s management and team-building skills and that they will optimize the club’s service delivery. We look forward to BJL shepherding the process of hiring for key roles and infusing engaging and enriching programming and culture at Green Oaks. With our recently renovated Donald Ross golf course and fantastic membership, we’re confident that Green Oaks can be one of the premier club experiences in the region.”

Green Oaks has a very welcoming environment and showcases its many historical and vintage characteristics. “They put a great deal of time and investment into the course – installing a new irrigation system, removing trees and opening it up so members can fully appreciate how Donald Ross laid out the course more than 100 years ago. It’s really quite spectacular,” said Hellman. “There are no homes lining the fairways and the topography and elevation changes are dramatic, which adds to the enjoyment of playing one of the best historic courses in the Pittsburgh area.”

BJL is also implementing new programming events and member communication platforms immediately. “People are going to notice a dramatic change in the culture of the club and the staff, the level of hospitality and stewardship,” said Hellman. “The overall membership experience will be elevated.”

For more information, visit BobbyJonesLinks.com and GreenOaksCC.com. 

About Bobby Jones Links

Bobby Jones Links is a privately owned club management company offering hands-on, turnkey operations management and advisory services to select daily fee, private and semi-private clubs. Based in Atlanta with an office in Naples, FL, the company supports more than 30 properties in 12 states, including Bobby Jones Golf Course, Hope Valley Country Club, Eastpointe Country Club, and Travis Pointe Country Club. Visit www.bobbyjoneslinks.com to learn how Bobby Jones Links makes a difference for their clients and associates.

About Green Oaks Country Club

A hidden gem set in the rolling hills of Verona, Pa., this magnificent Donald Ross-designed 18-hole, par-71 golf course is complemented by A+ practice facilities, outdoor tennis and pickleball courts, junior Olympic size outdoor swimming pool, member events, indoor and outdoor dining, private tennis, pickleball and golf instruction, and a Ladies Golf Association league.

Green Oaks maintains some of the best greens in Western Pennsylvania year after year. After a 1982 U.S. Open Qualifier, future Masters Champion Ben Crenshaw stepped off of the 18th green and stated “playing here was like playing in heaven.” The layout comes packed with challenging shots, slick sloping greens, and large fronts — and the course is a true test for players of all skill sets. Additionally, there are elevation changes, strategic bunkering, and several of the toughest par-3’s around town.

Members at Green Oaks Golf and Country Club have access to our practice facilities that include our 10-acre driving range, short game and bunker area, and two chipping and putting greens.

 
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PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL – Power Tee, innovator in technology that drives game improvement, golfer engagement and practice facility revenues, is proud to announce that 17 Power Tee auto-tee units have been installed at the practice facility of Hog Neck Golf Course in Easton, MD. to enhance the golfing experience at the municipal course’s driving range.

Driving ranges and golf courses, like Hog Neck, are seeing increased revenues from Power Tee hitting bays versus traditional grass or mat bays because Power Tee users hit more balls per practice session and spend more time at Power Tee stations. In turn, food-and-beverage and retail sales increase at these facilities.

“Golfers hit the balls faster, so we’re getting them to purchase more balls in the same amount of time,” says PGA of America Golf Professional Richard Setter. “Those are the factors that convinced me to go with Power Tee and we’re really optimistic about how it will be received.”

The Power Tee portion of the range renovation is actually part of the initial phase in a larger project at Hog Neck, in which the facility will construct a two-tiered range within the next year. “Adding Power Tee was kind of the teaser on the lower level of what will be our two-tiered range, and then we’re bringing in the Trackman Range technology to pair with it,” he says. “The golfers who have used it so far have given us really excellent feedback.”

Hog Neck is typically a very busy municipal facility, with respect to the range and 27-hole golf course, and has been for years. The property recently enclosed one of its open-air pavilions, and made some improvements to its nine-hole executive courses that make it more player friendly to seniors and juniors.

“We’re extremely pleased to partner with Hog Neck to demonstrate the transformative effect that having Power Tee can bring to a municipal golf course. Hog Neck is actually our first municipal range in the U.S., so breaking into that market will be huge for us. We’re excited to help Hog Neck raise the customer experience as the course continues to grow and improve and as profits continue to rise,” said Power Tee Founder and CEO Martin Wyeth.

Setter says the new Power Tee line looks fantastic, and he receives a lot of compliments about it.

To ensure realistic lie conditions, every Power Tee unit offers up to 40 tee heights that can be quickly adjusted at the push of a control panel button. The Fiberbuilt Strike Mat and cushioned standing mat that Power Tee uses are the highest quality golf mats in the industry, ensuring a comfortable experience. Golfers find far better results hitting off Power Tee by never having to get out of position while they build confidence and consistency. Power Tee also provides a clean platform to hit shots from every time, minimizing injuries to wrists, forearms, and elbows from repeated harsh impact on a hardened range mat or damaged grass. For golfers who value clean contact, pleasing turf interaction and efficient practice time, Power Tee is a gamechanger.

The Hog Neck facility opened in 1976 and was ranked in the top 25 public golf courses you could play in the U.S. from 1976 to 1998. “It’s a really good golf course to play,” says Setter. “When they get out here, they don’t realize we’re a municipal golf course. Sometimes when you hear about a municipal course, you think it’s going to be some kind of dog track. But this is a really good layout, and in good condition most of the time. So I think people are pleasantly surprised when they get out here to see how good it is, if they haven’t played it before.

Power Tee is now helping a fast-growing number of driving range and golf course owners enjoy increased revenues and improved range infrastructure from Power Tee hitting bays versus traditional grass or mat bays. The reason is simple. Power Tee users get into a groove more easily, improve faster, hit more balls per practice session and spend more time at Power Tee stations. In turn, driving range, food-and-beverage and retail sales increase at these properties. The user experience also enables more consistent swings and the ability to find a productive practice groove more quickly during each range session.

Power Tee is endorsed by 2003 U.S. Open champion Jim Furyk, 2018 Team Europe Ryder Cup Captain Thomas Bjorn, Hall of Fame golf instructor Rick Smith, and elite golf instructor Mitchell Spearman. Power Tee is installed at more than 400 ranges and clubs across 20 countries and more than 6 million golf balls are now teed up daily on a Power Tee.

Learn more at PowerTee.com, or email the team at info@powertee.com.

About Power Tee

Power Tee is the perfect business solution for all driving ranges. You always have a perfect lie and perfect alignment, at an adjustable height that’s right for you. Without losing focus between practice strokes, you groove your golf swing into a proper rhythm which in turn builds confidence. That creates muscle memory by never having to get out of position and finding a faster way to groove your swing, not to mention saving the grass from heavy wear from divots. Power Tee helps golfers lower their handicap and is a viable practice tool that increases revenue for golf ranges, course facilities, and indoor golf entertainment complexes. It’s also a viable and fun option for home use.

 
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PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL – Power Tee, innovators in technology that drives game improvement, golfer engagement and practice facility revenues, reports a robust start to 2024 thanks to a successful PGA Show that saw the company sign new business with golf facilities in multiple states. Satisfied Power Tee clients are also extending their agreements to have the industry’s leading automatic teeing system at their practice facilities with many properties adding additional Power Tee Premier hitting stations.

Highlighted by an appearance by Hall of Fame golf instructor Rick Smith (who teaches golfers of all levels on Power Tee units at his Rick Smith Golf Academy at Trump Doral in Miami) at the Power Tee booth, January’s PGA Show in Orlando, FL was again a touchstone event for Power Tee that has the company primed for tremendous growth in 2024.

Power Tee founder and CEO Martin Wyeth and the Power Tee sales team showed off the brand’s popular Power Tee Premier unit which takes Power Tee’s breakthrough automatic teeing practice stations – with 40 different tee-height options to ensure perfect lies and turf interaction on every shot – and adds custom decking, lighting and a proprietary design that accommodates fast and efficient installation at public and private golf courses, driving ranges and golf entertainment complexes.

“The awareness of not only the Power Tee brand but of the benefit Power Tee brings to driving ranges is certainly up among PGA Show attendees. The industry is talking about the benefits Power Tee brings to facilities who see they can raise revenues by being able to offer a desirable hitting space at any time of the day. It’s up to the golf operation how much they choose to benefit from installing Power Tee,” Wyeth said.

And the testimonials from longtime Power Tee customers have been flooding in with encouragement for other facility owners and operators to take advantage of this innovative technology that beautifies driving ranges while making them more efficient and more primed to produce instant revenue growth.

“Power Tee has just been tremendous for our business. Our business has increased 50 to 60 percent with Power Tee, but the big thing is the improved experience when you come to the range. Working with the Power Tee team has also just been a great experience. I highly recommend it. It has definitely taken our range to another level. We’ve clearly grown incremental sales tremendously with Power Tee,” said Steve DiMarco, owner of The Golf Zone Family Fun Center in Honey Brook, Pennsylvania.

Even in colder climates, where golf season is shorter, Power Tee is making an impact on the bottom line. “When Power was installed at our facility, I was blown away by it. In three seasons from April 1 through November 1, we have gone from about 200,000 balls hit to 2.2 million balls hit. From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., you can’t find a free spot on the Power Tee stations, and during the lunch hour, it’s sold out. For us, that has translated to about a 250 to 300 percent increase in profit. It’s been unbelievable,” said Steve Gonsalves, PGA director of golf at Kwini Club in Shelburne Vermont. 

Power Tee’s influence is reaching properties all over the United States and 2024 sees the first location with Power Tee in Australia with Rippit Golf in Newcastle installing 18 units at their innovative new range which opens soon.

Power Tee is now helping a fast-growing number of driving range and golf course owners enjoy increased revenues and improved range infrastructure from Power Tee hitting bays versus traditional grass or mat bays. The reason is simple. Power Tee users get into a groove more easily, improve faster, hit more balls per practice session and spend more time at Power Tee stations. In turn, driving range, food-and-beverage and retail sales increase at these properties. The user experience also enables more consistent swings and the ability to find a productive practice groove more quickly during each range session.

In addition to famed instructor Rick Smith, Power Tee is endorsed by 2003 U.S. Open champion Jim Furyk, 2018 Team Europe Ryder Cup Captain Thomas Bjorn, and elite golf instructor Mitchell Spearman. Power Tee is installed at more than 400 ranges and clubs across 20 countries and more than 6 million golf balls are now teed up daily on a Power Tee.

Learn more at PowerTee.com, or email the team at info@powertee.com.

About Power Tee

Power Tee is the perfect business solution for all driving ranges. You always have a perfect lie and perfect alignment, at an adjustable height that’s right for you. Without losing focus between practice strokes, you groove your golf swing into a proper rhythm. That creates muscle memory by never having to get out of position and finding a faster way to groove your swing, not to mention saving the grass from heavy wear from divots. Power Tee helps golfers lower their handicap and is a viable practice tool that increases revenue for golf ranges, course facilities, and indoor golf entertainment complexes. It’s also a viable and fun option for home use.

 
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LOS ANGELES, CA – College Golf Experience (CGX), the leading educational golf camp company exclusively endorsed by the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA), is proud to announce a partnership with the IMG Academy Junior World Championships – the world’s largest junior golf tournament – to provide CGX Exposure Camps for the participants and their parents on the front and back ends of the tournament. CGX camps connect junior golfers and their parents with college coaches for opportunities to gain exposure, learn from each other, and receive education about the college golf landscape and the path to get there.

In 1968, the San Diego Junior Golf Association founded the Junior World Golf Championships to connect young golfers from around the globe – providing a one-of-a-kind, premier golf experience, and ultimately encouraging cultural unity and understanding. The IMG Academy Junior World Golf Championships now attract 1,250 participants from 56 countries and 42 states and is the world’s largest international junior golf event. The finals are held annually at Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego.

“Just as Junior World unites competitive players from around the world, this partnership directly connects juniors and their parents to college coaches as many of the talented competitors are dreaming of playing college golf,” said CGX CEO Joshua Jacobs. “Together with Junior World, we will create an environment of excitement and education around the college golf landscape, while providing camp attendees the chance to develop relationships with college coaches, and garner skills and insights that will continue to impact their journey to finding their spot on a college team.”

The CGX Junior World Exposure Camps will take place in the San Diego area in the days immediately leading up to and after the Junior World Championships. The first camp, scheduled for July 6, will take place at the Temecula Creek Inn, and the second camp will be held on July 12-13 at Carlton Oaks Golf Club.

“The IMG Academy Junior World Golf Championships annually welcomes over 130 college coaches to Torrey Pines to recruit the best junior golfers in the game. We are proud to host an event that continues to be a difference maker in the recruiting process for players and college golf programs. Our partnership with CGX will not only enhance the overall experience for the players and their families but give them an incredible opportunity to interact directly with coaches and learn about the recruiting process,” said Megan Mahoney, Executive Director, San Diego Junior Golf Association and Junior World.

Designed for young men and women ages 12-18, CGX camps feature educational seminars led by college coaches on all aspects of college golf and the pathway to get there – including open Q&A sessions for parents. CGX camps also include college golf practice sessions with skill development and challenges, and 36 holes of on-course coach and player engagement. Parents are invited to participate every step of the way at CGX camps.

To learn more about CGX camps, visit COLLEGEGOLFX.COM.

ABOUT THE IMG ACADEMY JUNIOR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

The mission of Junior World Golf is to bring together young golfers from all across the world, provide a one-of-a-kind, premier golf experience, and ultimately encourage cultural unity and understanding. We believe that by serving young people in this way, we are helping to give them a better chance of creating a kinder, more unified world.

In 1968, the San Diego Junior Golf Association founded the Junior World Golf Championship to connect young golfers from all parts of the world. Not only was our goal to provide youth with a premier golf experience, but we dreamed that the championship would build greater understanding among people of different cultures and values.

In its inaugural year, the event attracted 475 junior golfers from seven countries and 20 states. Today, the tournament has grown to 1250 participants, representing 56 countries and 42 states. The IMG Academy Junior World Golf Championships is now the largest international event in the world and is unique for its international representation and cultural diversity. Visit https://www.juniorworldgolf.com.

ABOUT COLLEGE GOLF EXPERIENCE

College Golf Experience (CGX), established in 2021 with a first-of-its-kind endorsement from the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA), connects junior golfers and parents with college coaches at camps for opportunities to gain exposure, learn from each other, and provide education about the college golf landscape and the path to get there. CGX is committed to building value for collegiate coaches through additional recruiting opportunities, while creating unique and transformational opportunities for youth athletes at all stages of development, with an emphasis on aspiring collegiate student-athletes. Led by college coaches, CGX camps include informative seminars about college golf and the path to get there, college golf practice sessions with skills contests and challenges, and collegiate golf practice rounds and simulated tournament rounds with on-course coach engagement and guidance. The curriculum was created in tandem with the GCAA and its member coaches. CGX was founded by golf industry leader Joshua Jacobs, also the founder and CEO of TGA Premier Golf, a leading provider of introductory and recreational-based programs. Learn more at collegegolfx.com. Follow @CollegeGolfX on Twitter and Instagram.

 
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Tacoma, Washington – TRUE linkswear (TRUE), creator of ultra-comfortable, modern golf footwear designed for walking on and off the course, announces its most successful product launch to date following the 2024 PGA Show. The golf industry’s largest gathering saw the TRUE team connect with more than 500 buyers and media who got a sneak peek at the innovative brand’s groundbreaking new line of performance-and-comfort-centric footwear and apparel.

“From the moment the show began, it was clear that it was going to be huge,” said TRUE CEO Jason Moore. “Our booth, a constant hub of activity, was the epicenter of an incredible buzz that resonated throughout the event. We weren’t just participants; we were trendsetters, leading the charge in redefining golf footwear and apparel.

“The new product lineup was the star of the show. We unveiled a range of shoes that perfectly encapsulated our ethos – blending style, comfort and functionality. Each product was a result of meticulous design and innovation, tailored to meet the evolving needs of modern golfers. From sleek, waterproof designs to eco-friendly materials, our shoes were a hit, attracting attention for their unique blend of aesthetics and performance.”

TRUE has introduced new footwear, apparel/rainwear, and an innovative customization program, highlighted by:

TRUE LUX G

Estimated launch date: May, 2024
MSRP: $175
Colors Available: Black, Grey, White, women’s exclusive Soft Rose
Available in: Men’s & Women’s

The first new model of 2024 combines TOUR-level performance with a new fit and feel. LUX G is a fully waterproof (2-year warranty) construction with the signature TRUE easy-on collar and cushioned ride. Designed with style and performance in mind, it offers a comfortable fit and feel unlike anything on the market.

FEATURES:

• TOUR-level performance
  • NEW Neoprene easy-on collar construction
  • Wanderlux midsole for a supportive-yet-comfortable ride
  • Padded heel lock system to ensure stability throughout the swing
  • Achilles heel pad prevents rubbing or any friction whatsoever
  • Antimicrobial EVA comfort insole
  • Waterproof construction (2-year warranty)
  • NEW Multi-material construction to ensure comfort, durability and waterproofing

TRUE LUX 2

Estimated launch date: Summer, 2024
MSRP: $295
Colors Available: Charge White, Coastal White, Tradition White, Icey Grey, Natural Black
Available in: Men’s

TRUE’s first spiked shoe since the brand’s 2017 relaunch, LUX 2 pulls out all the stops geared toward comfort and TOUR-level performance. With a new soft-spike construction and NRG carbon fiber plate, LUX 2 is destined to be the highest performing golf shoe TRUE has ever made. Complete with a 2-year waterproof warranty, it’s guaranteed to be comfortable.

FEATURES:

• TOUR-level performance
  • NEW Soft Spike system for added grip and stability
  • NEW NRG carbon fiber plate for additional rebound and power; also prevents irritation and rub from the soft spikes through the midsole
  • Napa Leather for a buttery soft fit and feel
  • NEW Water-lock tongue construction to ensure additional coverage
  • NEW Concave heel construction for easy-on access and additional comfort

TRUE OG CUSH

Estimated launch date: Summer, 2024
MSRP: TBD
Colors Available: White, Grey, Black, Patriot, Pearl Grey, PNW Grey Day
Available in: Men’s

TRUE has always been known for its unique approach to natural footwear by incorporating zero-drop and wide toe box technology into its original lineup. The OG Cush is the first refreshed zero-drop, wide toe box model on an all-new outsole featuring this technology. With input from podiatrists and foot health experts, OG Cush is a first-of-its-kind cushioned zero drop shoe, meaning you’re in for a comfortable ride while maintaining a healthy ergonomic fit and feel.

FEATURES:

• Zero drop construction for a natural, connected feel
  • Extra wide toe box (up to EEE) for a natural fit
  • Water-resistant construction and materials
  • NEW OG grip tread for more coverage and traction on all surfaces
  • NEW Athletic-inspired midsole that looks good on and off the course
  • NEW Fit, feel and added cushion underfoot while maintaining the ethos of our original lineup

Future Staples 3L Rain Jacket

The TRUE Future Staples 3L Rain Jacket is ideal whether you’re facing a light drizzle at the local muni or gearing up for a five-day Bandon downpour. A full-nylon shell with both a 20,000mm waterproof and breathability rating, it keeps you dry in any environment without becoming sweaty or clammy inside. The thermoregulating interior liner ensures your body stays at the proper temperature. It’s patterned for frequent movement with a 4-way stretch material and extra flex in just the right places for your swing. The cherry on top? The hood clips to the back of the jacket – ensuring it stays in place. This is technical precision perfected. Featuring an industry-leading five-year warranty, it’s available in Black and Olive with an MSRP of $500.

TRUE Event Customization

TRUE is also building on the popular elaborate event and pro shop customization experience by adding new custom hoodies, headwear, footwear, apparel and more in 2024. Offering a one-of-a-kind experience featuring a range of unique customization options with low minimums, quick turnaround, and the highest quality gear on the market. This is why courses like Bandon Dunes, Firestone CC, Chambers Bay, Phoenix CC, and Sanderson Farms Championship choose TRUE for their custom gifting and pro shop experience. It includes custom laser-engraved footwear, custom headwear, and a new printable program.

Moore said that 2024 will include TRUE’s most robust offering ever. It represents a culmination of a full decade of ideas, effort and energy into an expansive line that serves players of every level. “We’re here to make your next round more enjoyable,” he said. “For that to happen, you need comfortable shoes that look and feel good. You must have apparel that functions and fits your style. You need to have knickknacks too, from rain gear to headcovers and golf gloves, and everything in between. TRUE exists to make your next golf trip as enjoyable as possible. If you’re packing TRUE gear, it’s going to work, it’s going to hold up, and you’re going to feel good wearing it. For our team, that’s the ultimate testament. If you fill up that duffel bag for your next golf trip with nothing but TRUE gear, we’re going be extremely proud as a brand who prides itself in outfitting golfers with comfortable, functional, durable and timelessly stylish footwear, apparel and accessories.”

For more information on TRUE and its new products, visit www.truelinkswear.com.

About TRUE

TRUE crafts naturally comfortable gear ready to perform from the links to the streets. As a collective, we aim to inspire each other to achieve camaraderie, wellness and purpose in the pursuit of par. We’re a group of family and friends dedicated to sharing our passion and excitement for footwear and the game of golf with like-minded players. Born amid the rugged golf landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, we use only the finest and responsibly sourced materials to protect golfers from the elements and help them #enjoythewalk.

In keeping with its global ethos, TRUE’s current footwear portfolio includes five core designs focused on sustainability, performance and comfort with a modern, minimalist aesthetic appealing to professional golfers, dedicated amateurs, avid recreational players and new golfers alike. Several TRUE models, like the recently released All Day Ripstop, are crafted almost entirely from recycled materials.

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SHOREWOOD, Illinois – G-TRAK, creators of a breakthrough family of in-home sport screens and nets, proudly launches the G-TRAK Impact Screen, a retractable screen that brings affordability and accessibility to multi-use spaces like never before.

The practical, space-saving and storable design of the G-TRAK Retractable Impact Screen and the G-TRAK Retractable Net makes the dream of owning an in-home golf simulator, multi-sport training screen, or even a home theatre screen within reach of many more consumers. Traditional issues like lack of space or the cost of high-end simulator builds are solved with G-TRAK’s new products and were created by a very common need that G-TRAK Founder and Inventor Aaron Holden found a way to solve and, eventually, bring to market.

Watch this promotional video to see how easy and practical it is to own and use G-Trak.

THE BACK STORY

Holden had a new set of golf clubs in his hands, but he couldn’t do anything with them. It was Christmas 2018, and the Illinois native was frustrated that he didn’t have a place to put his new gifts to good use. It was simply too cold outside.

He took a couple practice swings in his living room with a 6-iron, but wife Hillary wasn’t too pleased, telling him to head to the garage, where he could do all the damage he wished. Four months later, the first version of G-TRAK was created, which now, is available for purchase on the consumer market.

“I was in there swinging toward the garage door and I scuffed my clubs on the concrete,” Holden said. “That just wasn’t going to work. I went online and couldn’t find anything that I was looking for. I figured out that I could hang up a net and buy a turf golf mat. I already had a bucket of balls. It was great, but I had to get up on my ladder and hook it up every time I wanted to use it.”

A few months later, in April 2019, Holden and his wife were on their back porch having morning coffee when Holden noticed that a neighbor was washing his awning so that he could use it for the summer. The neighbor used a remote control to put the awning up and down. Holden knew that creating something similar was the missing piece to his new invention.

The final product is lightweight and engineered with industrial strength, commercial grade steel and aluminum that is easy to assemble and can be used for multiple sports. G-TRAK’s patented brackets mount into place around garage door tracks without impeding the door’s functionality. Then by the simple push of a remote control the G-TRAK screen extends to the ground for immediate use. When done, push the button again and the screen retracts out of the way. The whole process takes only a few minutes.

G-TRAK SPECS AND BENEFITS

The G-TRAK is designed for single and double car garages from 8 to 18-feet wide, but can also be mounted on a wall for use in a home, office or business. While it was originally designed to solve Holden’s golf addiction, the screen can also be used for other sports including baseball, softball, soccer and hockey. It is compatible with all accompanying launch monitors, simulators, and projectors.

G-TRAK is available as a retractable screen in multiple sizes from 8’ x 7’ and up to 16’ x 14’. Pricing ranges from $1,999.99 to $2,999.99 depending on the size. The G-TRAK retractable net can be purchased for $1,849.99 and is currently available in one size at 16’ x 10’. Accessories like sport-specific targets can be easily added to the screen and net and a wall mount kit is also available for purchase.  

“I started to hit golf balls into it in the winter, but it quickly turned into something that everyone in the neighborhood wanted to use,” Holden said. “I never thought of it that way. Kids were wanting to hit shots into it for hockey and others were kicking soccer balls. All the coaches and dads wanted it for their various sports so their kids could continue to practice when it’s cold outside. It’s been great.

“We have something that’s for everybody and it’s affordable. We’re excited to get it into people’s hands.”

For more information visit G-TRAK.

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The experience is only available at four destinations across the U.S. – including Horseshoe Bay Resort, a distinctive lakefront resort property that is part of Crescent Hotels & Resorts’ distinguished Latitudes lifestyle hotels and resorts division. Each destination showcases incredible views, challenging terrain, curated trail drives, all-new Bronco SUVs to drive, scenic photo-ops, and an expert team of world-class Trail Guides to lead the way on this purpose-built off-road course. The Texas Hill Country terrain is the ideal road course to develop a driver’s confidence and expand their driving techniques. During each session, drivers utilize the Bronco’s Trail 1-Pedal Drive, 4×4 operation, and Terrain Management System^TM (TMS).

“It is our great privilege to make the thrills of the Bronco Off-Roadeo experience and the rugged beauty of Grey Wolf Ranch available to our resort guests,” said Horseshoe Bay Resort’s Managing Director Randy Zupanski. “We encourage guests to take this exceptional opportunity to add a new brand of adventure to your next stay at Horseshoe Bay Resort. Texas is rugged, adventurous, and steeped in American legend. With an endless supply of rocks to climb, hills to jump, and waterways to slog through, there’s no better way to experience the unparalleled Texas outdoors than from behind the wheel of another American legend – the robust and unequaled Ford Bronco.”

Guests staying on the Hills & Thrills package can enjoy a delectable breakfast at J’s restaurant before heading out for a specially designed four-hour off-road adventure. This package is built for at least two people to enjoy and includes guest room accommodations; a four-hour off-road experience with the Ford Bronco; shuttle service to and from the ranch where the off-road course is located; and breakfast each morning you’re on the package. Drivers must be at least 18 years old, and passengers 13 years or older. The basic package is for two-to-four adults, with a maximum of four occupants per vehicle.

It’s the perfect way to enhance a golf or watersports vacation to the legendary Horseshoe Bay Resort.

To book or learn more about the Hills & Thrills Package, visit  https://www.hsbresort.com/offers/hills-thrills-package/ or call 855-441-1524.

About Horseshoe

Horseshoe Bay Resort is one of America’s largest golf resorts and is the original Texas lakeside resort destination. It is located 45 minutes from Austin on more than 7,000 picturesque acres of the Texas Hill Country and along the spectacular shores of constant-level Lake LBJ. The AAA Four Diamond resort is the only waterfront resort in Texas and is part of the Crescent Hotels & Resorts management company’s distinguished Latitudes lifestyle hotels and resorts division. It features four championship golf courses designed by World Golf Hall of Fame members Robert Trent Jones Sr, and Jack Nicklaus, as well as the exciting 18-hole natural grass Whitewater Putting Course.

Horseshoe Bay Resort has invested $100+ million in a property-wide renovation and new construction. The work included new guest rooms, suites, and multi-room units, as well as renovation of the golf courses and facilities, dining experiences, meeting spaces, and more. The resort also features a world-class spa and health club, tennis facilities with 14 courts, bike rentals, hiking trails, lake activities with a full-service lake marina and boat valet service, nearby wineries, and a private airport. For more information and reservations visit  www.hsbresort.com or call 877-611-0112.

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