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In case you haven’t heard, driving distance has been a major discussion topic within golf over the past few years. 

We have our own opinions for what increased hitting distances mean for the game of golf, but we thought it would be interesting to take a closer look at driving distance numbers in golf’s modern era. 

It’s clear that a mix of better technology, better athletes and more pristine agronomy have paved the way for where we stand now—but how exactly did it evolve to reach this point? 

The Early Years of Recorded Distances

The PGA Tour has kept driving distance stats dating back to 1980 when Dan Pohl led with a 274-yard average. 

While methods for tracking distance have grown more advanced over the years because of ShotLink, the PGA Tour has continued to use only two holes per round to measure driving distance. They are both holes where players are basically guaranteed to be using a driver off the tee. 

Titleist’s parent company sales show a five-percent increase over 2022Net profit for the year is down slightly to $198.4 millionGrowth paced by double-digit growth in golf ball salesTitleist golf club sales are up eight percent

The Acushnet 2023 Sales and Financial report tells us some fascinating things about how golf’s No. 2 company stacks up against the runaway sales leader, Topgolf Callaway.

Perhaps the biggest takeaway is that, depending on how you keep score, Acushnet may not be golf’s No. 2 company.

Because, depending on how you keep score, Acushnet could be considered No. 1.

It all depends on which set of top-line numbers you look at and which set of bottom-line numbers you look at. Bigger may not always be better, but it’s always bigger.

If that sounds squirrelly to you, you’re not alone. But before we dig into this all, let’s pause one moment for our traditional sales report disclaimer:

Feel is a difficult word to define for golfers.

Unlike many aspects of golf equipment, feel is subjective and emotional. There is a distinct challenge to pin down what feel means to each person, even for the best players in the world.

That was the impetus for this three-part “Finding Feel” docuseries from Titleist, a short trio of videos that explores the concept of feel and what that means to golfers.

As a golf nerd who lives for these kinds of 19th hole discussions, I was quickly hooked watching these clips. It’s a topic golfers are passionate about, regardless of how gear-crazy we are.

Titleist puts out surveys every year asking golfers what they want from their irons. Every year, the top response is feel.

Chad Ramey shot a bogey-free round of 7-under 64 on Thursday in the opening round of the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches, tying S.H. Kim for the 18-hole lead.

Angela Stanford will tee it up in her 98th consecutive major at the Chevron Championship after receiving an exemption to play in the LPGA Tour event.

Jason Day's mental coach, Jason Goldsmith, shares tactics for golfers perform your best and block out any self-doubt.

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In today's edition of Play Smart, we hear from Phil Mickelson on how to stop blading your chip shots for good.

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Complete 2024 Cognizant Classic Friday tee times for Round 2 at PGA National Resort, featuring Rory McIlroy, Jake Knapp and more.

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We've put together five of the easiest ways to make sure your golf clubs are tuned up and ready for your first round of golf in 2024.

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Leap day only comes around once every four years. To celebrate, adidas is giving golfers an extra 40% off some of their top products, including the super comfortable adidas Solarmotion golf shoes.

The adidas Solarmotion spikeless shoe was the Most Wanted Women’s Golf Shoe for 2023, and it performed admirably in Men’s spikeless shoe testing as well.

adidas Solarmotion $39 ($130) w/ code LEAPDAY

This sale ends tonight. Shop now as use code LEAPDAY at checkout to claim your extra 40% off.

*White and green color only

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Anthony Kim hasn't played competitive golf since 2012. That all changes when he tees off at LIV Golf Jeddah on Friday.

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If you’re surprised to learn that John Daly is playing Sub 70 irons and wedges on the PGA TOUR Champions circuit, you’re not alone.

The news came as a big surprise to Sub 70 owner Jason Hiland.

“It was at the Champions Tour event at TPC Sugarloaf last spring,” Hiland tells MyGolfSpy. “It’s on Golf Channel and, all of a sudden, my phone starts blowing up. He has our stuff in his bag. I had no idea.”

The story of how Sub 70 irons and wedges made it into Daly’s bag starts with a knee replacement and a chance encounter at the driving range. Maybe the most remarkable aspect of this story is that zero money is changing hands.

That’s right. Daly doesn’t have a contract with Sub 70 and isn’t angling for one. He’s playing Hiland’s gear for one reason and one reason only.

Say what you will about Phil Mickelson—and you can say a lot—but he isn’t boring or conventional.

Neither is the putter he has in the bag during practice this week at LIV Golf’s Jeddah tournament.

The six-time major champion has been spotted testing the LAB Golf DF3 putter, one of the most striking putters in golf. The model recently became available to consumers.

Mickelson’s DF3 is 35 inches with a 71-degree lie angle (press #2, 3-degree grip, TPT shaft).

Mickelson has been partial to blades throughout his career, including when he won the 2021 PGA Championship using an Odyssey “Phil Mickelson” blade prototype with a SuperStroke Pistol GT Tour CounterCore grip.

It’s not hyperbole to say golf is a major commitment. Not only does the sport cost a pretty penny for everything from equipment and apparel to green fees, it also takes up a lot of time. And, after all, time is money.

Both of these barriers to entry are magnified significantly when attempting to play in metropolitan markets like New York City, Chicago and Los Angeles. Not only is actually playing more expensive, but just getting to a course can take up to an hour or more, which can tack on an extra couple of hours to your outing.

With golf more popular than ever (41.1 million Americans age six and older played in 2022 according to the National Golf Foundation), accessibility is a major key to not only continue to quench that thirst but provide opportunities for further growth in the game.

That’s where Five Iron comes in. Founded in 2017 in New York City, the technology-backed indoor urban golf experience brings the game to your backyard and other places it couldn’t otherwise exist.

“There are so many barriers to entry in golf—the time it takes, the cost and maybe it’s just intimidating,” says Five Iron Chief Marketing Officer Jed Lewis. “That’s why we’re trying to be in the most convenient locations—metropolitan areas—so that people have access to it and they can come on their lunch hour or before work.”

Among the numerous benefits of the explosive growth golf has seen recently are the creativity and talent that newcomers are injecting into the game. One of the many brands bringing that excitement is Eastside Golf, committed to making the game accessible and approachable to youth as well as people considering taking up the game for the first time.

A Lifelong Pursuit

Starting his golf career at the tender age of six, Eastside founder Olajuwon Ajanaku eventually earned a golf scholarship at Morehouse College in his native Atlanta, where he and his team won the 2010 PGA Minority Collegiate Golf Championship (by a whopping 20 strokes).

After school, he pursued professional golf but was forced to step away due to the exorbitant costs of supporting himself through tournament play. In 2019, after a few years working in finance, he couldn’t resist golf’s siren song and decided to give pro golf another shot.

During the process of pitching himself to potential sponsors, Earl Cooper, his former Morehouse teammate and now PGA professional, encouraged him to put his logo on a T-shirt. Following a compliment-laden jaunt through downtown Detroit wearing one of his tees, Ajanaku knew his design had some juice to it.

Next thing he knew, he and Cooper were en route to the 2020 PGA Show with thousands of products already sold and over a dozen designs that would eventually become Eastside Golf.

Indoor simulators have revolutionized the way golf enthusiasts practice and play the sport, bringing virtual courses into your home or other indoor area. With advancements in technology, there now is a wide range of golf simulator builds catering to every golfer’s needs and preferences. 

Whether you’re a seasoned golfer looking to refine your skills or a passionate beginner eager to learn, come along with us as we explore the fascinating world of golf simulators and help you start planning your own.

The key is planning before building

Building a dedicated space for your golf simulator involves careful planning and consideration. First and foremost, the space should be large enough to accommodate a full swing without any obstructions. Ensure the ceiling height is adequate to accommodate your swing and the projection screen without any interference. Proper lighting is essential as lighting can affect certain launch monitor readings and the look of your projected picture (if you are using a projector). There are ways to utilize a smaller space but you may be restricted to using only your shorter irons.

The next two points are not critical but can truly enhance your space. Soundproofing the space can be advantageous so you don’t disturb the entire household when using your simulator. Proper temperature control is important to keep the atmosphere comfortable during practice sessions. 

By focusing on these key points before starting your project, you can create the optimal golf simulator space for your needs and budget that enhances your practice sessions and provides an enjoyable experience.

With promises of improved stability for better speed, distance and accuracy, these shafts are a must-have for serious golfers.

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How to watch the 2024 Cognizant Classic at The Palm Beaches on Thursday, including the full TV coverage, streaming info and more.

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Sarah Schmelzel birdied two of of her final three holes Thursday for a 4-under 68 to take a 1-stroke lead at the LPGA tournament in Singapore.

Rickie Fowler, ahead of this week’s Cognizant Classic, was asked about evolution in golf. He had one key wish.

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