What do you do when you arrive to the tee and discover that one of the tee markers is missing? Rules Guy has the answer.
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The 2025 FedEx St. Jude begins on Thursday in Memphis. Here are 6 picks our expert loves — and why he thinks you should too.
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The FedEx Cup Playoffs run has six surprising subplots, including Ryder Cup closing statements and stars on the wrong side of a bubble.
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Golf, a sport steeped in tradition, is on the cusp of a significant transformation. As technology advances and societal preferences evolve, the game is adapting to remain relevant and engaging for a new generation of players. This document explores key trends and innovations shaping the future of golf.
Technological Advancements
Technology is revolutionizing how golf is played, practiced, and experienced.
- Equipment Innovation:
- Smart Clubs: Clubs embedded with sensors providing real-time swing data and feedback.
- Personalized Ball Design: Golf balls tailored to an individual's swing characteristics for optimized flight and distance.
- Data Analytics:
- Performance Tracking: Wearable devices and launch monitors offering comprehensive data on swing mechanics, ball speed, and shot accuracy.
- Course Management Tools: AI-powered systems providing optimal strategy recommendations based on player data and course conditions.
- Virtual and Augmented Reality:
- Immersive Training: VR simulations for practicing in various course environments and conditions.
- Augmented Reality Overlays: AR glasses providing real-time data overlays on the course, such as yardage and hazards.
Sustainability Initiatives
The golf industry is increasingly focusing on environmental stewardship.
I'm an obsessed golfer. And an obsessed traveler. These are the travel tips I'm writing down so I don't forget them next year.
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GOLFTEC Director of Teaching Quality Josh Troyer explains the two biggest reasons recreational golfers struggle with a hook.
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Ryder Cup captain's picks are just a few weeks away, which begs the question: will Europe ignore one of its hottest players right now?
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A new "Official Masters Hospitality" program will be offering packages that can run upward of $219,600 for the week of the tournament.
August is National Dog Month, a fact not lost on Callaway. You may recall its past “Let the Big Dog Eat” offerings, which included balls featuring pit bulls, German shepherds, labrador retrievers, huskies and Bernese Mountain dogs. Some of those may not have been official releases, but they do exist … as do a few with Dobermans on them.
Anyway, big dogs are, apparently, soooo last season. This time around, instead of letting those big dogs eat, Callaway has decided to let the small dog do whatever it is small dogs do. Bite ankles, maybe? Yap incessantly at the mailman? Judge you silently from their tiny throne on the couch?
Why does Callaway hate medium-sized dogs?
First up—and I don’t know if there’ll be more—is the Chrome Tour Small Dog Corgi, which is, as the name makes painfully obvious, a Chrome Tour golf ball with a corgi-inspired TruTrack design.
Not exactly my favorite breed, but people—some people—absolutely lose their minds over corgis. No judgement. All dogs are awesome, but anyway, if you’re the type of golfer who refers to your three-putt as “just giving it the royal treatment,” then maybe this is your ball.
Once just a remote outpost, Gamble Sands has matured into one of America's must-visit golf playgrounds.
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Wondering if your long irons are going as far as they should?
The 4- and 5-irons are your traditional long irons but we’ve included the 6-iron here, too. For many mid- to high-handicap golfers, it’s the longest iron still in the bag. With more players switching to hybrids, and with the 2- and 3-iron all but extinct, this is a part of the bag where yardage often gets left on the table. Use this chart as a ballpark idea of where you stand.
Shot Scope provided updated distance performance averages based on handicap, which filter out mishits and reflect a solid strike. Take a look at the numbers below.
25 handicap
At the 25-handicap level, long irons can be a real weak spot. The gaps between clubs start to compress. Many golfers struggle to get consistent launch and carry distance. With a greens-hit percentage of just six percent using a 5-iron and proximity over 230 feet, it’s no surprise that this is one of the least effective clubs in the bag. If you’re seeing similar patterns, it may be time to consider a hybrid or more forgiving iron in this range.
| Club | P-Avg Distance (yards) |
|---|---|
| 4-iron | 151 |
| 5-iron | 143 |
| 6-iron | 137 |
20 handicap
The 20-handicap isn’t all that different from the 25 when you look at the long iron stats. Yardages are higher, but the gaps are still tight, and the overall effectiveness remains low.
Golf gear is a lot like a new car. Once you take it out for a spin, it starts losing value. Depreciation is just part of the deal. While that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t invest in new clubs, bags or tech, it can be smart to go in with a resale mindset.
There’s a solid secondhand market out there if you buy the right gear, take care of it and sell it while it’s still in demand. Here’s what actually holds value (and what you should think twice about keeping too long).
PING clubs
PING gear has loyal followers, longer product cycles and consistent demand. Even older models like the G400 or i210 still fetch respectable prices. Old PING Anser putters are another hot commodity on websites like eBay.
The important thing to remember is that clubs with standard loft, lie and length are easiest to move, but you can get lucky if someone with just the right specs comes along.
Titleist gear
Titleist is one of the most trusted names in golf. Their irons and drivers stay relevant longer than most. The TSR series drivers are selling for a few hundred dollars in very good condition. You’ll even find some old 917 fairway woods and drivers that people pay $100 or more for.
Golf is full of dumb products.
You’ve seen ’em. You’ve probably even bought a few in your day (don’t make me bring up the Swing Shirt).
But every once in a while, someone successfully identifies a problem within the game and has the wherewithal to create a useful product to offer golfers a working solution.
Enter Jain Golf and their Club Caddy. After a wildly successful initial launch, the budding lifestyle company is bringing it back for another go-around.
The Club Caddy 2.0 is a reimagined Sunday bag. Designed for short courses and range practice sessions, its minimalist design holds up to four clubs for an easy, portable carry solution.
When I was teaching golf, one of the most frequently asked questions was “How far should I stand from the ball?” I understand why. You can look down and measure how far apart your feet are. You can even place the ball in the right spot in your stance if you pay attention. Distance to the ball is more difficult. It feels more abstract.
You can use the length of the club as a general guide, but that only gets you so far. Small adjustments, such as choking down, reaching out or changing arm position, can throw things off. In my experience, finding the right distance often requires a bit of trial and error. Here are some tips to get it right.
How far to stand from the golf ball with a driver
Because the driver is the longest club in your bag, you’ll naturally be farther from the ball than you would with your irons.
Here’s a simple routine to find the right distance:
Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart and the driver held out in front of you.Let your upper arms rest lightly against your ribcage and allow the grip to sit around belt-high.Hinge forward from the hips (not the waist) until the club naturally reaches the ground. Don’t squat, just hinge.Add a slight knee flex to get into a balanced, athletic stance.At this point:
Introduction
Sub 70 continues its mission to deliver premium irons at direct-to-consumer pricing with the 2025 iron lineup: 669 TC, 669 MB, 699 V3, 699 Pro V3. Four Forum testers – JB2334, Mason_S, TheBirdieMasterLOL, and Kuehlcam – each put a different model through weeks of on-course and launch monitor testing.
This review dives into each tester’s impressions, covering first looks, sound and feel, performance data, forgiveness and real-world playability, ultimately exploring whether Sub 70 irons can compete with established OEM giants.
Key highlights from testers
Performance summary
Testers praised:
Excellent distance consistency across all modelsForgiveness balanced with shot-shaping potential
Impressive looks, with subtle issues in build quality
Key features
The 2025 Sub 70 irons lineup includes:
669 TC: tour cavity player’s iron with precision and control669 MB: traditional muscle-back for ultimate workability
699 V3: hollow-body design for forgiveness and distance
699 Pro V3: forged-face player’s distance iron blending distance and feel
Overall impressions
All testers agreed Sub 70 delivers performance comparable to major brands at significantly lower prices, with personalized ordering and a direct-to-consumer model that enhances value.
The FedEx St. Jude is the first tournament of the 2025 FedEx Cup playoff series. How does it all work? Here's everything you need to know.
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PGA Tour fans asked for a harder setup at the Tour Championship. This month, they'll see what it looks like.
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In the September 2005 issue of GOLF Magazine, Jack Nicklaus shared his four key fundamentals for solid ball striking.
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Nelly Korda hasn't won this season and has now dropped to No. 2 in the world. But her 2025 dip doesn't say anything bigger than the obvious.
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After a shocking blowout victory, Cameron Young set up a Ryder Cup redemption story for both him and captain Keegan Bradley. Or chaos.
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