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Few PGA Tour golfers have played at Los Angeles Country Club, much less walked its greens, before this week. What that means for how the U.S. Open plays out remains to be seen.

Two U.S. senators wrote to Attorney General Merrick Garland saying that while details of the proposed alliance that includes the PGA Tour and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund are unclear, "the red flags regarding antitrust concerns are clear."

As milestones go, Bettinardi at 25 years old stands as quite an accomplishment.

In 1991, Bob Bettinardi was a manufacturing engineer and a passionate golfer. He saw a poster at a pro shop for a Callaway putter milled on an old, hand-operated Bridgeport milling machine. His engineer’s mind did what engineer’s minds do and he thought to himself, “I can do better than that.”

His first putter was called This Dog Will Hunt and hunt it did. Bettinardi was soon milling putters for the likes of Cleveland and Scotty Cameron. But by 1998, it was time to strike out on his own.

And the rest, as they say, is history.

And that history is a fascinating story with several flashpoints along the way that helped turn putters made by Bettinardi into Bettinardi-branded putters.

What do you get when you mash up Macklemore’s “Thrift Shop” with Run-DMCs “My adidas?” 

I thought you’d never ask. 

Introducing the adidas x Bogey Boys golf apparel collection. Inspired by the fashion of the ‘70s and ‘80s, the collection serves as a way for golfers both young and old to express their style. 

What’s old is new again. Let’s take a closer look at the adidas x Bogey Boys collection.

adidas x Bogey Boys Golf Apparel Collection Release Details

Available today, June 14 Apparel, footwear and accessoriesIntroduction of new spikeless golf shoe: the MC80Shop online at adidas and Bogey Boys

About Bogey Boys

What the heck is a Bogey Boy? Perhaps that was your nickname in high school? Just kidding. Bogey Boys is a golf apparel company founded by Macklemore. Yes, that Macklemore. 

Who can win? Who has the best betting value? What props are the most interesting? Our experts look at the 2023 U.S. Open Championship from all angles.

MyGolfSpy Experiences believes there’s one fundamental truth in the universe and it’s this:

The best golf trip ever is the next one.

Chances are that when you’re putting together a buddy trip, eastern Washington/northern Idaho might not be all that high on your radar. It probably should be. While it’s not Pebble, Whistling Straits or even Streamsong, there’s a surprising amount of really good golf in that area. And it can be had for a relative bargain.

The keyword there, of course, is relative.

MyGolfSpy Experiences recently had the good fortune to play the Resort Course in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, a figurative long par-5 from Spokane, Wash. While it’s best known for its signature 14th hole, the Resort Course at Coeur d’Alene more than holds its own when it comes to fun golf holes and gorgeous views.

MyGolfSpy Ball Lab is where we quantify the quality and consistency of golf balls. Today, we’re reviewing the Vice Pro Zero. To learn more about our test process, click here.

About the VICE Pro Zero

The Vice Pro Zero is an anomaly in VICE’s urethane lineup. Unlike the Foremost-made Pro, Pro Plus, and Pro Soft, the Pro Zero is made in Vietnam by Feng Tay.

With that, it’s reasonable to expect a dip in quality from VICE’s other offerings and, quite frankly, the Pro Zero caught our attention because of apparent similarities to the less-than-stellar Spalding SD Tour (also produced by Feng Tay).

While we can’t be certain, it’s likely the Pro Zero was created to serve as a value-priced alternative (and COVID supply chain workaround) to what I suppose we should describe as VICE’s premium offerings.

VICE Pro Zero Construction

The VICE Pro Zero is a three-piece ball with a 344-dimple cover. It’s the same pattern used on the Spalding SD Tour though it’s perhaps notable that VICE describes the Pro Zero as having a “fused urethane” cover.

The smallest holes provide the biggest discussion points for Tuesday's press conferences at L.A. North. Plus, Monahan on leave after medical situation and the 123rd Field by the numbers.

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan is recovering from an undisclosed medical condition, according to a statement Tuesday night.

Adam Hadwin said he had a "lot of fun" seeing the reactions of him getting tackled by a security guard at the Canadian Open and confirmed he was feeling alright after the incident.

This week in Los Angeles, Scottie Scheffler has been working with a new putter on the practice green, but in speaking with reporters on Tuesday, the No. 1 player in the world wouldn't say if he was going to use the new club during the U.S. Open.

Collin Morikawa, who withdrew from The Memoiral just two weeks ago with back spasms, says he has "no pain" ahead of the start of the U.S. Open on Thursday.

Masters champion Jon Rahm said some PGA Tour players feel "a bit of betrayal from management" in the wake of the announced alliance between the tour, the DP World Tour and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.

Los Angeles Country Club hosts its first U.S. Open, Phil Mickelson goes for a career grand slam and more storylines from the 2023 U.S. Open, from June 15-18.

In a letter sent before an inquiry was opened into the PGA Tour's new alliance, commissioner Jay Monahan cited the government's inaction that left the tour "on our own to fend off the attacks."

Rory McIlroy and Brooks Koepka, two of the central players in the bitter two-year dispute between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, will tee off together when the 123rd U.S. Open begins at Los Angeles Country Club.

There is a lot of cool gear in the golf equipment world that doesn’t always fit neatly into Most Wanted Tests or Buyer’s Guides. You still want to know how it performs. In our We Tried It series, we put gear to the test and let you know if it works as advertised. 

What We Tried:

The PUMA ALPHACAT NITRO spikeless golf shoes, Puma’s latest spikeless golf shoe with a nitrogen-infused midsole. 

Who Tried It:

Connor. Director of Soft Goods Testing and resident sneakerhead. I believe golf is better with a pair of cool shoes and comfortable joggers. 

PUMA ALPHACAT NITRO Golf Shoes: Tech Talk

PUMA’s ALPHACAT golf shoe has been around for a while. But now PUMA’s upgrading their mainline ALPHACAT spikeless golf shoes with the introduction of NITRO foam. 

We’ll take a closer look at the benefits (if any) of this design change. You’ll also notice a new heel cup among other cosmetic changes. The real question remains: Do these changes create a better golf shoe? 

Day one of the 2023 U.S. Open at L.A. North firms up the course. But do we really need the team entourages? Plus, Tee Times, the short par 3 in play Tuesday, and a George Thomas film.

Here are the tee times for the first and second round of the 123rd U.S. Open, which begins Thursday at The Los Angeles Country Club. Matt Fitzpatrick is the defending champion and looks to become the first player since Brooks Koepka to defend his title.

Emiliano Grillo will play in his fifth U.S. Open after being one of the final six golfers to gain entry into this week's U.S. Open.