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Talor Gooch of LIV Golf announced Monday on social media that he received an invitation to play in the PGA Championship next week.

The TGL's Bay Golf Club team, owned by Mark Lowry and partners Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Andre Iguodala, will be composed of Ludvig Åberg, Wyndham Clark, Shane Lowry and Min Woo Lee.

There are few songs that hit me in the feels quite like “God Bless the USA”. There’s just something about that patriotic anthem that makes me feel like I’m a small part of something greater than myself.

Each time it comes on, I take an opportunity to reflect on the men and women who put on the uniform. I’m extremely grateful for them and all they do.

PUMA, too, is grateful for military veterans. They show their gratitude each year by teaming up with VOLITION AMERICA for a red, white and blue apparel collection.

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As in years past, some proceeds from the collection will be donated to the Folds of Honor Foundation. This years’ PUMA x VOLITION AMERICA plays on the patriotic theme with some unique camo patterns, a few fun prints, and my favorite; a bald Eagle motif.

Yeah, the eagle looks pretty darn cool.

Do golf shoes really matter?

My wife, who’s tired of me bringing home a new pair every week, would argue that they don’t make a difference.

However, I’m of the opinion that a good pair of golf shoes, like a properly fitted club, can be a real help to your game. But that’s coming from someone who lives and breathes golf shoes every single day. It’s my job to test and review shoes.

For the everyday golfer, though, the golf shoe may not be seen as a legitimate tool with which they can improve their game. That’s my hunch, anyway. Which side of the fence do you sit on?

I asked 100 golfers if golf shoes really matter. Here are my findings.

Only a few things are absolutely mandatory for a loop around the golf course: clubs, bag, balls and tees. However, there are accessories so compulsory that they might as well be part of the official golf uniform. Chief among these is the golf hat. Virtually every player wears one from juniors all the way up through the best of the best on the PGA Tour (but they get paid for it).

The best golf hats serve many functions so it’s no surprise they’re ubiquitous in the modern game. Obviously, the main purpose of a hat is to protect your head and eyes from the sun’s harsh rays and the occasional unexpected downpour but, in today’s world, they’re much more than utilitarian. A golf hat can be a style flex, an opportunity to rep your favorite brand, your favorite team or the finishing touch on your go-to golfing outfit. 

In the end, a golf hat has to check a few essential boxes but, beyond that, it can make whatever kind of statement you want. If it’s comfortable on your head, makes you feel good and helps you focus on your game then it’s a perfect accessory.

The Best Golf Hats

Melin

There’s nothing quite like a Melin hat. With a variety of models to hit any head size and shape, Melin’s premium headwear is worth the splurge. Seriously, once you try one you’ll never go back.

lululemon

Whether you want a lightweight running hat or something a little more traditional, lululemon has you covered. Are minimalist designs and muted color schemes your thing? You’ll be hard pressed to find something more sleek and wearable than lululemon.

Everyone has heard of “ready golf” but how many of us actually know what it is and practice it? You may think you do but do you, really?

Understanding Ready Golf

Ready golf is a departure from traditional golf in the sense that it is more flexible and more efficient. It’s about speeding up the game in an organized, logical and safe fashion.

Key Principles

Play When Ready: Rather than playing the traditional “who’s away” (the player furthest from the hole goes first), ready golf encourages players to proceed with their shot as soon as they are prepared and their fellow players are aware they are doing so.

Advance To Your Ball: If you are able to safely move to your ball without interfering or interrupting your playing partners, do so.  Start visualizing your next shot and be ready when you arrive at your ball.  

Keep Pace Of Play: Keep up with the group in front of you. You want to be courteous and allow them to play at normal speed but remain just behind them. If you are finding yourself falling behind, pick up your ball after double par and move to the next tee.

Taylor Pendrith, the third-round leader who two-putted for birdie on the 18th hole, took advantage of Ben Kohles' final-hole meltdown to win the CJ Cup Byron Nelson on Sunday in McKinney, Texas, for his first PGA Tour title.

Scott Dunlap won his first PGA Tour Champions title in nearly 10 years after being declared the 36-hole winner of the Insperity Invitational when rain washed out the final round.

Joe Skovron has looped for three young supterstars on the PGA Tour. Here's why he says he feels protective of his bosses.

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Brooks Koepka shot a 3-under 68 on Sunday to win the LIV Golf tournament in Singapore, his fourth victory on the circuit.

Technically, this column is about the Fore Sweater. But more broadly, it's a story about a fashionable lifestyle brand called Fore All.

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Here's the total purse, payout breakdown and winner's share for the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas.

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We decided to think nostalgically and went back to the source of the first tequila-based cocktail to gain notoriety in the U.S.: the Tequila Sunrise.

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While the U.S. Open venues tend to hog the spotlight, this year's impressive roster of USGA championship courses has something for everyone.

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Brooks Koepka closed with a 68 to win LIV Golf Singapore, his final start until he defends his PGA Championship title at Valhalla Golf Club.

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Adrian Otaegui shot 7-under 65 in his final round to win the China Open by 1 shot and earn a spot in the PGA Championship later this month.

Testers Wanted!

The Fujikura VENTUS driver shafts have taken the golfing world by storm since their introduction. Now Fujikura is looking to take another step forward with the new VENTUS Blue launched this year. Claiming to be more stable and consistent with tighter dispersion and increased ball speeds than its predecessor, the new Fujikura VENTUS shaft, powered by VELOCORE technology, has a lot to live up to.

About The Fujikura VENTUS

A premium driver shaft that has made its way into the bags of many tour professionals and amateurs, the Fujikura Ventus with VELOCORE has become a go-to golf shaft since its introduction in 2018. In 2024, Fujikura released a new VENTUS Blue version with VELOCORE+ technology and advanced materials to improve on what was already a very popular choice. A key change in the 2024 version is a simplified bend profile with a re-engineered multi-material bias core claiming to improve stability for more consistent strikes. Additionally, the new VELOCORE+ claims to enhance feel and the overall performance of this high-end driver shaft.

What Is Being Tested

We are looking for four golfers to test, review, and keep one of the 2024 Fujikura VENTUS Blue driver shafts. Then we want to know how they perform in the hands of real-world golfers, how they compare to the current driver shafts they are using, and, of course, if they help you hit more fairways. We want our selected testers to evaluate the new VENTUS Blue on the course and on launch monitors for a full breakdown with data that can help golfers make better and more informed purchasing decisions.

Are you the perfect tester for the Fujikura VENTUS driver shaft?

*Open to all registered MyGolfSpy Forum members in the U.S.

The latest edition of GOLF's Fully Equipped Mailbag takes a look at tee height, as it pertains to the driver, fairway wood and hybrid.

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This Mother's Day, give Mom the gift of rest and relaxation with Hyperice recovery products — on sale for a limited time.

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