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The Q1 financial reports for golf’s two top dogs are out. And if you’re adept at reading tea leaves, you’re going to have a field day. Both Acushnet and Topgolf Callaway are presenting investors with rosy scenarios and there are no real danger signs.

But both companies are hedging their bets for 2023.

Acushnet’s numbers are typical for the company, with one glaring outlier. Net sales for Q1 topped $686 million, up over 13 percent from last year. Net profits are up over 15 percent at $93 million for the quarter.

The Topgolf Callaway Q1 press release, however, didn’t even lead with sales or profit figures. The top-of-the-page bullet points only said Q1 revenue and EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization) “exceeded expectations” and it got even less sexy from there.

Let’s break both Q1 financial reports down but first here’s our standard disclaimer:

To call Sqairz golf shoes “polarizing” is like calling Casablanca a “decent flick.”

An understatement.

But the funny-looking shoes with the square toe box and the big claims are riding high, following two straight “Best Stability” finishes in MyGolfSpy’s Spiked Golf Show Buyer’s Guides. Now in its fourth year, Sqairz is building a legion of fans and true believers.

But there are those who sneer at the looks. And others who find the notion that shoes can help you hit it farther to be utter nonsense.

To those, Sqairz founder and CEO Bob Winskowicz channels his inner Bogie and offers a heartfelt “Here’s looking at you, kid.“

How forgiving should my irons be? Will “blades” make me a better ball striker?

It depends.

And, emphatically, no. 

Would you buy pants with a smaller waist because it will help you lose weight? I thought not.

Maybe the most challenging part of finding the ideal set of irons is that golfers have arguably too many choices. In theory, a more robust menu is a good thing but narrowing it down to a single optimal entrée can feel overwhelming.

John Bland of South Africa, who won twice on the European tour along with eight senior titles in a more than 40-year career, died at age 77.

We all know putting is a game unto itself. And not necessarily in a good way for some of us.

 “Frankly, most of the best golfers I know legitimately hate putting,” Ben Hogan once said.

But what if understanding what the best putter is for your particular stroke type could help you hate putting less? You might even come to love this important aspect of the game!

There are tons of putters available to golfers. You have Scotty Cameron putters, Odyssey putters, Evnroll putters, etc. Whether new, old or pushing the technology envelope, there is one that best suits your stroke type.

To help you find that magic wand, our mission today is to identify the best putters for each stroke type.

There is a lot of cool gear in the golf world that doesn’t always fit 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: FootJoy MyJoys Custom Golf Shoe Creator

Your Custom Creator of Joy

Dave Wolfe– Though I mainly talk about putters, I also spend too much time playing with online golf gear customization tools.

Do you like your golf shoes classy or sassy?

When it comes to customizing your golf gear, we are living in a golden age. Gone are the days where customization was limited to bending the club and choosing which black grip you wanted.

These days, you can build golf gear as unique as your swing. If you want a pink putter, you can have a pink putter. While adding a splash of purple to your TaylorMade Stealth 2 Plus driver will not add yards off the tee, that added panache could add joy to your game. If so, then I say splash away, lords and ladies.

Speaking of joy, customizing golf shoes is also a thing. To be fair, it has been a thing for a while for FootJoy. Today, we are going to explore FooyJoy’s updated and, I’d say, upgraded MyJoys custom golf shoe design interface.

Jordan Spieth withdrew from the AT&T Byron Nelson on Monday with an injury to his left wrist, raising questions about how fit he will be for the PGA Championship next week.

The "Coliseum" is a nickname for the 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale, which is a par-3 hole that is famous for its lively atmosphere during the Phoenix Open golf tournament. The hole is surrounded by a large grandstand that can hold up to 20,000 fans, creating a "coliseum"-like atmosphere for players and spectators alike.

The 16th hole measures 163 yards, and it's known for its relatively simple layout, which makes it a great spot for golfers to make birdies or even a hole-in-one. However, the hole's design, with its circular green surrounded by water and bunkers, can make it a challenging shot, especially with the added pressure of the enthusiastic crowd.

The "Coliseum" at TPC Scottsdale has become one of the most iconic holes in professional golf, and its unique atmosphere has helped to make the Phoenix Open one of the most popular events on the PGA Tour.

A $30-million legal battle between Tiger Woods and his ex-girlfriend has escalated, with Erica Herman accusing him of beginning their sexual relationship when she was his employee and threatening to fire her if she didn't sign a nondisclosure agreement.

Jim Furyk was named a vice captain for the 2023 U.S. Ryder Cup team on Monday.

What better way to celebrate Mom than with a thoughtful golf gift? Trust me. She has enough bathrobes and fuzzy socks to last a lifetime. What Mom really wants is an excuse to hit the course with her friends, have a few drinks and bump some good tunes.

Seriously. Ditch the overplayed flowers and food. Your mom deserves the best of the best and those other gifts just don’t quite cut it. This year, pamper Mom with something fit for the clubhouse. I promise it’ll help you avoid the doghouse.

Does finding the perfect Mother’s Day golf gift sound daunting? We’ve got you covered. Here are the best Mother’s Day golf gifts for 2023.

Best Mother’s Day Golf Apparel and Shoes

adidas Go-To Golf Dress – $100

The adidas Go-To Golf Dress is one of many awesome pieces in the Go-To collection. This buttery-soft golf dress has front and back pockets and features built-in undershorts. The Go-To Golf Dress is offered in “Pink Strata” or classic white.

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About a month ago, I posed an interesting question: Will it golf? After an overwhelming response to our first article, I’ve decided to continue my search for more non-golf products that might fit the bill.

Are there products designed for other sports that can hold their own on the course? I’ve made it my mission to find out.

Baseball Turf Shoes Versus Spikeless Golf Shoes

The first heavyweight fight ended with a big W for spikeless golf shoes. But our new challenger is ready to get in a few jabs of its own.

Baseball turf shoes (or turf trainers) seemingly share some DNA with spikeless golf shoes. They are designed for turf, after all. That said, is there any reason you should opt for a baseball turf shoe rather than a spikeless golf shoe? 

Let’s find out. 

Atthaya Thitikul birdied the 16th hole to cap a dominating week that carried Thailand to a victory over Australia on Sunday for the country's first International Crown team match play title.

Stephen Ames capped off his dominant week on the TPC Sugarloaf with a 4-under 68 on Sunday that gave him the tournament scoring record and a 4-shot victory.

Wyndham Clark shot 68 on Sunday for a 4-shot victory over Xander Schauffele at the Wells Fargo Championship to earn his first career win on the PGA Tour.

Don January, winner of the 1967 PGA Championship, died Sunday at age 93.

Adrian Meronk's Ryder Cup ambitions are starting to look like they might become a reality after he won the Italian Open less than five months before the sport's biggest team event is held on the same course.

The Quad’s deep dive into Los Angeles Country Club’s North Course design and restoration continues.

A par 3 closes out the 2023 U.S. Open's opening nine. The ninth is a beautiful and difficult one-shotter with a mysterious backstory.