Indoor golf, a shorter ball, obscene money and more
Lots to choose from in the Shag Bag this week but limiting the distance a golf ball can go for the pros and elite amateurs is a step in the wrong direction.
Peter Mumford
Peter Mumford is the Editor of Fairways Magazine. He's played over 500 different courses in 21 countries and met some fascinating people along the way. He's also a long-suffering Toronto Maple Leafs fan.
5 affordable options for Spring golf
Here are five destinations for a Spring Break golf holiday that could be a long drive or a short flight – and best of all, they won’t put too much of a strain on the wallet.
Ontario golfer scores rare double aces in same round
Anita Podolinsky of Petrolia, Ontario made two holes-in-one during a match play event at her winter course in Bradenton, Florida.
New for 2023: Gizmos & Gadgets
Each year at the PGA Merchandise Show, a slew of inventors, innovators and genius creative types present their latest and greatest training aids and game improvement products for inspection and testing by the golf industry.
Observations from the PGA Merchandise Show
The 2023 version of the Show at the Orange County Convention Center certainly lived up to its hype and while it was smaller than previous years, it didn’t lack for enthusiasm and most of all, exciting new products.
Signature Hole: Torrey Pines #18 has more than a little history
The 18th hole on the Torrey Pines South course is a nifty little par-5 where the pros certainly expect to have a chance at birdie, maybe even eagle. Over the years, the 18th has been the site of some memorable moments.
5 Things for January 2023
Some things deserve a longer dissertation or at least a well-crafted article. Each of the five here could be that but for now, I just need to get them off my list.
Arnie and Jack: Stories of my long friendship with two remarkable men
Charlie Mechem’s book doesn’t pretend to be a groundbreaking investigation of Nicklaus and Palmer. Rather, it’s a very personal glimpse through Mechem’s eyes at the close friendships he’s enjoyed with Arnie and Jack for over fifty years.
Planning a golf trip? Ask an expert
I spoke to TJ Rule, President of Golf Away Tours about the state of golf travel and some of the things to watch for when planning their next golf getaway.
