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By David Theoret In the 1990s, golf’s popularity flourished. The “Tiger “effect was in full bloom, dramatically changing the game’s demographics as the younger crowd began to see golf in a whole new way. Media coverage increased as new digital platforms emerged. Golf equipment was quickly evolving. Manufacturers were using lighter yet stronger graphite shafts […]
By JD Latorre August is National Golf Month, making it the perfect time to spotlight standout golf destinations that pair exceptional courses with memorable resort experiences. From oceanfront fairways and mountain escapes to exciting new course debuts and iconic championship layouts, these properties offer something for every type of golfer. Kohanaiki • Kona Coast, Island […]
By Dave McKibben When I booked my round at Cabot Cliffs at Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, as a side trip during my wife’s family reunion in Pictou, I knew I was in for a treat. But I’d just returned from a magical guys trip to Scotland, where I played four of Golf Digest’s top 100—St. […]
thegolfwire.com For decades, the private country club business revolved around a relatively simple value proposition: exceptional golf, social prestige, and a predictable roster of mature, established members who used the club primarily for recreation. That model has changed drastically throughout this decade and, frankly, for the better. In the years since the pandemic, private clubs […]
By David Theoret Not only did Bob and Shirley Whittaker turn their family business, Whittaker Homes, into one of the largest homebuilding companies in the Midwest, but they were also the founders and owners of Whitmoor Country Club. Whitmoor Country Club was Bob and Shirley’s pride and joy, and from 1988-2022, they owned and operated […]
By Terry Ross For those in the market for some top-flight golf shoes this season, the Sqairz ProS2™ should be among your top candidates to check out. This shoe not only has a host of outstanding features that the brand has been known for–but also features enhanced comfort and style. In addition to being a […]
By Barry Lotz For years, golfers have searched for the “perfect putting stroke.” Most missed putts are not caused by a poor stroke—they are caused by poor alignment and a putter face that refuses to stay square through impact. That is precisely why L.A.B. Golf has become one of the most talked-about equipment companies in […]
By Barry Lotz For years, golfers chasing more distance have faced the same frustrating trade-off: lighter shafts often produced more clubhead speed, but at the expense of stability, dispersion and consistency. Now, Breakthrough Golf Technology — the company that transformed the putter shaft category with its highly successful Stability shafts — believes it has solved […]
By David R. Holland PORT-EN-BESSIN, FRANCE – Willie’s Roadhouse is playing in my rented Renault SUV and I’m breezing along Highway A13 in one of the most famous regions of the world. I’m in Normandy, folks, and I’ve come to pay homage to America’s Greatest Generation. The Omaha Beach Golf Club is located on the […]
By JD Latorre The golf holiday is changing. Increasingly, the golfer is just one member of a travelling group, and the resort’s spa, restaurant, and cultural programme matter just as much as the course. International Golf Travel Market (IGTM) is placing this shift front and centre at its 2026 edition, taking place at the Palais […]
