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In this edition of Play Smart, we take a look at Justin Thomas' favorite ball-striking drill and how it can help you hit better iron shots.

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American golfer Brandt Snedeker and Australia's Geoff Ogilvy have been named captains for next year's Presidents Cup.

Caddie Joe Greiner is jumping from one top-5 bag to another — and Collin Morikawa is sending two clear messages with the hire.

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The PGA event runs Thursday to Sunday, May 1-4 at the TPC Craig Ranch.

Swing Through, Not Just To the Ball

One of the most common mistakes golfers make — especially beginners and mid-handicappers — is treating the golf ball as the final destination of their swing. But here’s the truth: your swing shouldn’t stop at the ball.

If you want cleaner contact, better power, and improved consistency, you need to swing through the ball, not just to it.

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The Ball Is Not the Finish Line

Think of the ball as simply in the way of your swing path, not the end point. When you focus solely on striking the ball, your swing tends to decelerate or collapse at impact, leading to:

• Topped or chunked shots

• Loss of power

Paula Creamer, a 10-time winner on the LPGA Tour, including the 2010 U.S. Women's Open, has been names as an assistant captain for next year's Solheim Cup at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands.

Vice has just dropped its Green Mile Club limited edition collection, and while the company has done plenty of cool limited edition stuff in the past, this may be its finest work yet.

In this context, the Green Mile refers to the final three holes at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina – the 2025 PGA Championship site. The final stretch of holes is renowned for its difficulty and has been a pivotal factor in determining the outcome of major tournaments held at the course.

Said another way, the Green Mile Club is Vice’s way of commemorating the 2025 PGA Championship.

The collection includes a slit towel (sweet), a cap (it’s fine), a divot tool and ball marker set (nice), tees (whatever), and Vice Pro Golf Balls.

The limited edition golf balls feature a compass graphic, Green Mile sidestamp, special packaging, and most notably, a monochromatic stripe design similar to what you’ll find on TaylorMade’s TP5 Stripe.

Learn how launch monitors and ball flight data are changing golf club fitting, with a deep dive into radar vs. camera systems.

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I never thought I’d say this.

But FootJoy is on a heater.

Fresh off the heels of their incredible collab with Jon Buscemi, FootJoy is back with their own limited drop (with more to come).

Dubbed the “Legend Series”, FootJoy is trickling out a few limited-edition Premiere Series styles throughout the year, starting with a floral take on the Premiere Series Packard.

Complete with a pink floral outsole, this special pair caught my eye from the jump. It’s somewhat unlike FootJoy to dive this deeply into the limited drops and scarcity principle. But there’s no better time to do so.

Today, I am checking something off my putter collector bucket list. For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to send a beat-up old putter to the Scotty Cameron Custom Shop for a full restoration.

I can’t count the number of times I have created theoretical Custom Shop putters using Scotty Cameron’s online tool. Often, I would work out restoration schemes for putters I didn’t even own.

I suppose I wanted to know what was possible with a given putter should I ever run across a model of Cameron in a golf shop’s used bin.

Today, my restorative reverie becomes a reality. 

A few weeks back, I picked up a used Scotty Cameron putter at my local golf shop, figured out my restoration recipe and sent the putter to the Scotty Cameron Custom Shop for a full restoration.

You don’t need a complete set of new clubs to feel like you get a fresh start heading into the golf season. Some small swaps can clean up your gear and maybe help you save a few shots in your first rounds of the season. Here are five things worth replacing before your first tee time of the year.

The glove that’s been through a few too many rounds

If your glove feels more like cardboard than Cabretta, it’s time. A stretched-out glove with worn fingertips and slick patches doesn’t help your connection to the club. When the weather starts to warm up, you may be better off taking that worn glove off than even attempting to play with it.

Start the season with a fresh glove. We just tested 60 gloves and the best was the PXG Players. However, there are also gloves on the list for under $10 if you’re on a budget.

That sunscreen that’s older than your driver

Did you know that sunscreen expires? If you’ve kept that same tube of sunscreen in your bag for the last four seasons, toss it. Sunscreen breaks down with heat and time so if you are going to protect your skin, try to do it the right way.

Sweat-resistant sunscreens are a good choice for golfers. I recently tried the 1st Tee Sun Blessed Skin Golf Sunscreen. It’s made to be grease-free so if you have to reapply in the middle of the round, it’s not going to ruin your golf grips. It’s lightweight, non-greasy and dries quickly but I’ll still always wash my hands before touching my grips.

The question comes up from time to time: How are women’s golf clubs different from men’s? While it wasn’t always the case (and may still not be with some brands), manufacturers are putting more effort into engineering golf clubs specifically for women. We can chalk that up to growth in participation and women becoming increasingly invested in the performance side of the game.

So, while the engineering gap is narrowing, women’s clubs still aren’t exactly the same as men’s … although the differences aren’t as dramatic as you might think.

Before we break down the specifics, it’s worth pointing out that pretty much every piece of golf equipment is designed around some concept of the “average” for a given player archetype. With that in mind, typical women’s clubs are designed to meet the needs of the average female golfer.

Women’s clubs are lighter

Working off our averages, women are typically smaller in physical stature and generally not as strong as men. To address these needs, women’s clubs – from drivers to wedges – tend to be lighter than clubs designed for men. Weight reduction in the head, shaft and grip is common. As a result, swing weights are lower as well.

The idea is to make clubs easier to swing and reduce fatigue. The trade-off is that MOI (moment of inertia) is tied to weight so lighter heads mean lower MOI measurements. But at the average female swing speed, this isn’t much to worry about.

You can say many things pro and con about Bridgestone Golf but there’s one thing you can’t say and still be taken seriously.

You can’t say that Bridgestone, as a company, is sitting on its hands.

In support of the preceding declaration, I submit to you today’s launch of the Bridgestone Electron, the company’s first-ever golf ball designed specifically for juniors.

“It’s designed to help younger players launch the ball more easily and have more fun playing golf,” said Bridgestone CEO Dan Murphy in a prepared statement. “We’re proud to have used our (ball fitting) data to develop the Electron specifically to meet the needs of junior players.”

We’re not sure whether it’s the first ball that’s ever been designed specifically for juniors but we do know for a fact it’s the first one that’s being launched today. (This is called investigative journalism.)

TaylorMade is known for pushing the limits of design and performance and the Qi35 lineup continues that tradition with a refined carbon face, new weight distribution and bold aesthetics. For this test, MyGolfSpy Forum testers each were provided with a combination of Qi35 driver and fairway wood models to see how these clubs performed across a range of skill levels, preferences and setups.

Testers included @CB Lobo 4 Life, @Medfloat, @David Leighton Reid, and @GforeNick. They tried different configurations including the LS, Core, and Max drivers, along with Tour, HL, and Core fairway woods. Through launch monitor sessions, on-course testing and head-to-head comparisons with their gamers, this group uncovered what TaylorMade got right and where there’s still room to improve.

Key highlights

Testers praised the updated sound and feel, calling it solid and satisfying even on mishits.Distance was a standout across all drivers, especially the LS and Core models.Forgiveness exceeded expectations, even in the LS and Max heads.Fairway woods were easy to launch and versatile from the deck and tee.Adjustability helped testers fine-tune performance for their individual swings.Testers found significant gapping benefits and versatility across the top end of the bag.

Testers’ experience and performance insights

First impressions and aesthetics

From fighter-jet inspired soles to sleek carbon crowns, the Qi35 line made a strong visual impression. Testers reflected well at the look of the clubs at address as well as the finish quality and overall aesthetic.

CB Lobo 4 Life: “TaylorMade has done it perfectly with the subtle yellow-green additions. It is subtle but blends so well with the chromium gray.”

GforeNick: “The driver, with its more streamlined and sporty design compared to my Qi10 Max, screams ‘distance weapon.'”

When a polo can pull double duty for me (be worn on the course and off), it’s a key selling point. Performance polos, specifically, seem to check all the boxes. Lightweight? Yep. Stretchy and comfortable? You bet. Look as good for date night as they do on the first tee? You know it. The polos below fit the bill and will have you feeling comfortable all day long whether that is on the course or heading to date night after a full day of work.

Sunday Swagger – Jawbreaker Polo

Sunday Swagger is known for bold designs and not being shy about showing them off. When I stumbled upon the jawbreaker polo, I found it to be a blend of both worlds. The bright blue body with flecks of electric green and grey absolutely will draw some attention in a more subdued way. This polo is very soft and stretchy, providing long-lasting comfort and style.

Rhoback – The Mulligan

Rhoback and comfort have become synonymous, almost like peanut butter and jelly. (Sorry, that was lame. Back to the focus at hand!) The mulligan polo features a breathable fabric built for activity in a wrinkle-free design. Four-way stretch moves with you while a structured collar never loses its shape so you stay looking sharp. This polo looks great tucked and untucked so you’ll be prepared for a round of golf or date night whenever you slip it on.

Under Armour Playoff 3.0 Printed Polo

You can’t write an article about performance polos and comfort and not include Under Armour’s Playoff 3.0 polo. Featuring four-way stretch fabric that wicks moisture away to keep you cool and dry, this polo is built for all-day comfort. Anti-pick, anti-pill fabric ensures you’ll always be looking your best no matter the occasion.

Avalon Golf Co. Luxe Polo

When it comes to blending performance, looks and comfort, not many brands do it as well as Avalon Golf Co. The Luxe polo is one of their newest offerings and features a buttery-soft material and knit collar so you’ll be ready to take on the course or a night out on the town while looking your best. This is one of the most comfortable polos I’ve worn and I highly suggest giving it a look!

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