Cutter & Buck Unveils Spring 2012 Lines

Men's Collection returns to prep; Ladies' Collection leans to upscale resort feel

(SEATTLE) - Cutter & Buck announced this week the release of its Spring 2012 golf line for men and women. The Men's Collection represents a return to prep but with an edge, while the Ladies' Collection displays an upscale resort feel with some trendy retro details.

Men's Collection
Cutter & Buck pays homage to the prep sport of golf with its upcoming line of active apparel for men. The Spring 2012 line presents an upbeat and refreshing approach to golf apparel while weaving in vintage golf elements to its design. The new line includes playful design aesthetics such as bright argyle cardigans, simply patterned knits and plaid slacks that are reminiscent of the bygone years.

Cutter & Buck continues its commitment to quality and performance in the active portion of the collection. While the seams are angled and the color blocking is understated, the Spring 2012 line also shows an expanded offering of tipped collars. Styles are ventilated to allow more climate control, making them performance driven and tasteful.

The Elk Point Polo takes a very classic silhouette to an unexpected place. As an added surprise upon unbuttoning the placket, a pop of color is revealed. This polo also boasts contrast piping at the armhole, aerated mesh at the under arm to allow for ventilation, and a bit of tipped ribbing set into a self collar at the back neck.

The "Gentleman's Tech" portion of Cutter & Buck's collection is versatile, from the boardroom to the clubhouse. Both cotton/poly and 100 percent polyester items in gallant stripes and jacquards will be available.

Ladies' Collection
The Zen Spa collection presents both tranquil and exciting pieces for ladies' golf apparel. The Zen Flower Polo includes a shawl collar neckline and Lotus flower print back that creates a new and interesting silhouette on-course. Cutter & Buck has stretched ladies golf design beyond the norm by integrating modern fashion techniques that flatter women's figures. The three-quarter sleeve Tranquility Tee includes a twist knot in the front of the shirt that is slimming and feminine. Marrying technology with fashion, the CB DryTec Namaste Mock combines a moisture-wicking fabric with a modern shape. The mock-neck top has a Mandarin-style collar and ruches to one-side giving women comfort, shape and style.

The Retro Resort line, meanwhile, offers a mid-century modern approach to fashion indicated by its color palette of black, white and infinity (mint) green. A signature look to this line is the Repose Ankle Pant, a slimming cigarette-style pant in black-and-white plaid. Another new look is the three-quarter sleeve Ahoy Tee, a boat-necked shirt that is engineered with horizontal striped pattern and roll-tab sleeves.

For additional information, contact Cutter & Buck at (800) 713-7810 or visit its website at www.cutterbuck.com.

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Divots Sportswear introduces new line of performance apparel

(NORCROSS, Ga.) - Divots Sportswear (www.divots.com), the oldest private golf apparel company in the country, has the answer to daunting summer temperatures with its new moisture-wicking apparel line, Dri Equipe.

The company's Dri Equipe golf shirts are crafted from a tightly woven poly fiber that excels at wicking moisture, but also resists picking, fading and curling. The result is a lustrous garment that is both sturdy and supremely comfortable, while offering moisture-management benefits.

Lightweight, breezy and soft, the Dri Equipe line is offered in a variety of men's and lady's styles, and in a broad choice of bright color selections. The garment (MSRP $55) features placket trim and piping on the collar.

For more information about the complete Divots Sportswear range, call 800.847.3467 or view its online catalog at www.divots.com.

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Abacus Debuts Fall 2011 Collection

Swedish apparel maker, Abacus, markets and sells leisure clothing with golf at the heart of its inspiration. The company's collections combine functionality, design, and quality in a way that has given Abacus a very strong international presence in just a few years.

The Abacus Derry is a sporty, heavy cotton jersey which is comfortable and soft to wear. The cotton is treated with cashmere touch, adding a softness and suppleness that will keep it in the front of your closet. The Derry features a logo print on the sleeve and a twill collar with contrasting colors on the back that give it a sporty look.

Material: 100% cotton jersey; Sizes: S - XXL; Colors: red, fairway green, steel blue; U.S. SRP: $100

Pitch 59 Full Stretch Rain Jacket
Abacus' best and most sold rainwear, the Pitch is made from a four-way stretch OPT 15,000 fabric for maximum comfort and freedom of movement. The easy-to-swing feature created by the special sleeve construction and lining, in combination with the lightweight and quiet fabric, makes the Pitch the ideal outerwear for the most demanding players. The OPT stretch fabric is a 2-layer stretch material. Extremely flexible and covered with DWR, the water repellency and stain protection provided is unsurpassed. The Pitch is windproof, features sealed seams, and is waterproof tested to 15,000 millimeters of waterproofness and 30,000 grams of breathability. It comes with a two year guarantee. Plus, once again, Abacus is the official apparel provider for the 2011 European Solheim Cup team.

Material: 100% polyester / opt 15,000 stretch / poly lamination; Sizes: S-XXL; Colors: black, dark grey; U.S. SRP: $330

Putter Waterproof Rain Trousers
The Putter rain trouser by Abacus has the look of a regular 5-pocket trouser but in a peach polyester micro twill. The fabric is water repellent and the lining is waterproof. This combination creates a softer, more wearable pant. It can easily be worn to the office and straight to the course. The Putter is waterproof tested to 5,000 millimeters of water-proofing and 5,000 grams of breathability. It comes with sealed seams, is windproof and has a two year guarantee. Also available in extra long.

Material: 100% peach polyester / micro twill teflon
Sizes: 36 - 48
Colors: navy, black, dark red
U.S. SRP: $120

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Spin Fleece Jacket
An inviting, warm fleece, the Abacus Spin fleece jacket is constructed in a ball-finished, non-pilling fleece bonded with teddy. The jacket has a high buttoned-down collar and feminine buttons with the logo in silver. The same logo decorates the zippers and left sleeve. Two front pockets keep your hands warm on those nippy days. Stay warm and comfy on those chilly mornings in the Abacus Spin fleece.

Material: 100% polyester fleece; Sizes: XS-XL; Colors: blossom, black; U.S. SRP: $130

Lily Capri
The Abacus Lily is a classic capri that offers a comfortable fit in a stretch slub chambray fabric. Details include a thin sash at the waist.

Material: 97% cotton / 3% spandex / stretch slub chambray / out seam measurement 77 cm (~30")
Sizes: 4-18; Colors: black, cobalt, white; U.S. SRP: $90

For more information on Abacus apparel, call Caulfeild apparel at (800) 268-7939.

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TaylorMade Launches "Ghost Sightings" Application on its Facebook Page

Fans can Post Images of Ghost Putters and Interact with Other Fans on TaylorMade's Inventive New Global App

(CARLSBAD, Calif.) - Earlier this summer, TaylorMade Golf Company introduced the all new Ghost Spider putter, which continues the line of iconic white Ghost putters. Today, the company launched "Ghost Sightings," an application on the TaylorMade Facebook page that encourages fans to post one or more images of themselves, friends or even tour pros with any Ghost series putter.

"There is no comparison to a Ghost putter," said Michael Fox, TaylorMade's product marketing manager for putters. "The performance from the white heads has stood out and generated lots of excitement among Tour pros and consumers. We want to bring this excitement to the web with Ghost Sightings."

In addition to uploading their Ghost putter pictures, fans can also share the story behind the images. Ghost Sightings posts will also appear from TaylorMade Staff Tour professionals like Justin Rose, Jason Day, Sergio Garcia and legendary putting guru Dave Stockton, as well as the TaylorMade Tour team and TaylorMade employees. Fans can sort Ghost Sightings posts by friends and professionals.

The latest putter in the Ghost series is the new Ghost Spider. Like its Corza Ghost predecessor that was released in 2010, the Ghost Spider features a white head that contrasts sharply with the turf to make it dramatically easier to determine where the face is aimed. TaylorMade-adidas Golf Tour Staff professional Jason Day used a Ghost Spider prototype in his T2 finish at this year's Masters and U.S. Open.

Visit TaylorMade's Facebook page to learn more about "Ghost Sightings" and visit TaylorMade's website to see the complete series of Ghost putters.

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New Allen Edmonds Golf Shoe Helps Golfers Beat The 2011 Heat Wave

Double Eagle's Mesh Construction, Leather Soles Give Breathability, Stability and Comfort

Temperatures are soaring to sweltering levels across America this summer, and the heat wave is predicted to continue and reach highs not seen in 15 years.

Many golfers are still hitting the course as summer is the season for country club member-guest tournaments, club championships and local city competitions. Of course, you can't keep golf fanatics, living anywhere in the United States, from getting their recreational rounds in before weather and other commitments take up their time. In fact, the National Golf Foundation reports that nearly 40% of rounds in the US are played in the summer months, approximately 190 million.

When you play golf in such broiling conditions, it's smart and healthy to take all the normal precautions (hydration, breaks, sunscreen and light, cool apparel, as the Red Cross suggests). You also can beat the heat by wearing a shoe crafted to beat the heat and for superior comfort while walking from tee to green. You can combine that with a construction that keeps you stable during your swing in all weather conditions.

The new Allen Edmonds Double Eagle golf shoe might just be the solution. It has a sturdy, breathable wrap-around mesh upper and features the stability of a 360º Goodyear welted construction.

"In fact, we are seeing our sales of the Double Eagle picking up in the last two weeks of sweltering weather across the US," says Colin Hall, Chief Marketing Officer for Allen Edmonds. "We attribute that to the superior breathability of Double Eagle's mesh construction and leather sole when compared to typical rubber golf shoes."

"This breathability and the comfort of our cork lining becomes an advantage for a golfer who can walk about five miles over four hours while playing in this scorching heat," says Hall. "Additionally, the Double Eagle features a classic style, so you can look and stay 'cool' on the links."

The Double Eagle, available in Black Outland / Grey Mesh and Brown Outland / Brown Mesh is available at finer pro shops, all 34 Allen Edmonds retail stores across the United States and online at allenedmonds.com at a price of $345. The Double Eagle is one of the five new styles of the Allen Edmonds Honors Collection golf shoes introduced this season.

The shoes are handcrafted in the USA in 212 steps, using Goodyear 360-degree welted construction for greater stability while maintaining flexibility. They feature the finest premium leathers and heated cork between the insole and outsole for custom-like orthotic comfort as only Allen Edmonds can do.

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Edwin Watts Golf Expands National Footprint By Opening First-Ever Brick & Mortar Shop In Oklahoma

Grand Opening Festivities Planned for July 28-31

(FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla.) - Edwin Watts Golf Shops, LLC - one of the world's largest specialty golf retailers - continues to expand its national footprint, as the company recently opened its first-ever brick-and-mortar shop in Tulsa, Okla. The new 6,040 square foot state-of-the-art golf retail facility opened to the public on July 15, and will be celebrating its official grand opening July 28-31.

The new store in Tulsa is equipped with a state-of-the-art launch monitor and club repair facility, an in-store putting green and provides consumers with a service-based interactive golf experience. Additionally, golfers will have the opportunity to test out the latest product innovations from the game's leading brands, while enjoying the superior service and technical expertise of "The Watts Guys" custom fitting experts, boasting the highest technical IQ in golf.

"We are thrilled to establish a footprint in the 'Sooner State' and cut the ribbon on the brand new store," said John Watson, CEO, Edwin Watts Golf. "Tulsa area golfers can now enjoy the best in equipment, apparel, electronics and accessories from golf's leading brands, as well as the camaraderie and expertise from 'The Watts Guys.'"

Edwin Watts Golf offers the freshest assortment of golf equipment and apparel, electronics and related golf accessories from top brands such as TaylorMade, Callaway, Titleist, Ping, FootJoy, Cleveland, Nike, Adams, Cobra, Wilson, Champions Tour and others.

The new Tulsa location further enhances Edwin Watts Golf Shops' stable of more than 90 domestic retail locations and overall golf retail operation that features a popular eCommerce Internet business, at www.edwinwattsgolf.com, along with the company's direct catalog sales business.

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Sport Haley Pioneers New Concept with Haley Signature Men's, Private Label Launch.

(Denver, Colo.) - Sport Haley, a leading provider of specialty women's golf apparel, is launching Haley Signature, www.haleysignature.com, a unique men's golf apparel line leveraging the Haley name and heritage combined with an innovative new private label option for their customers.

The company has enjoyed success in the men's golf apparel segment in recent years with the Ben Hogan name, licensed under an agreement with Callaway, Inc. Previously the company had success in the segment with their Haley Men's line.

"I'm excited to launch our Men's Haley line for Spring 2012. Building on our proven success with state of the art fabric technology, Haley will offer tasteful designs, traditionally rooted with contemporary styling," says Cathy Blair, President & Creative Director. "We've combined a renewed emphasis on authentic men's golf apparel with a unique blend of performance and comfort, offering tasteful styles and color for a more fashion-conscious golfer. And the line is available branded under the Haley Signature name, or customized for any customer's individual needs. Who else does that?"

"Today's golf shop is filled with known apparel brands, yet the most important brand a facility can offer to their customer is their own," says Lisa Langas, Director of Sales. "We are excited to provide the industry with an opportunity to partner with a men's apparel manufacturer with over 50 years of combined design experience to feature your brand to your customers for their playing and lifestyle needs. Our experience in the men's market combined with a veteran sales team and superior customer service provides a win-win solution to golf professionals looking to increase retail sales in their golf shop, online web stores, tournament and corporate business, and over all facility marketing and advertising needs. We are one stop shopping."

Given the intense focus developing the new men's line, the company will not develop future merchandise seasons under the Ben Hogan Apparel name. The company will continue to sell, service and ship the existing Ben Hogan line through January, 2012. The new men's line launched officially at the company's Spring 12 Sales Meeting on July 19.

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Chromax Golf Partners With Shopatron To Sell Online

Customers can receive coupon for online purchase through Chromax's Facebook page

(BOULDER, Colo.) - Chromax Golf, the innovative manufacturers behind a line of high-visibility, multi-colored golf balls, is now selling online thanks to a partnership with retail-integrated eCommerce provider, Shopatron.

The patent-pending metallic finish of Chromax's USGA tournament-legal balls creates unprecedented visibility in all light conditions with High Visibility Technology allowing golfers to better track their ball in flight and make adjustments to their swing. Its remarkable brightness makes the ball easy to find on wayward shots and sharply reduces lost balls on the course. They are available at more than 2,000 golf shops and retail outlets. The demand for Chromax golf balls continues to grow and consumers will now have the convenience of buying online through Shopatron. The Chromax eCommerce website (shop.chromaxgolf.com), built and hosted by Shopatron, features extensive product descriptions, product image zoom and integration with their Facebook page. Customers who visit and "like" Chromax's Facebook page (facebook.com/chromaxgolf) can get a coupon code to use for their first purchase.

Shopatron's unique retail-integrated eCommerce interface allows Chromax to sell its golf balls online and then transfer those sales to its retailer partners for fulfillment. With this solution, Chromax can increase sales for its current retailers, and get the added benefit of exposing the line to other retailers who participate in Shopatron's order-fulfillment network.

"We are happy to partner with Shopatron, and excited to bring another sales channel to our retailers," said Stuart Lin, founder of the Chromax Golf Company and inventor of the Chromax golf ball. "We look forward to seeing growth in sales online and in stores with Shopatron."

"It's a pleasure working with a fellow innovator like Chromax," says Shopatron Founder and CEO, Ed Stevens. "We look forward to being a part of their continued success."

Chromax Golf joins a group of select golf brands using the Shopatron network in partnership with more than 6,200 sporting goods dealers who fulfill the online orders.

For more information about Shopatron, visit ecommerce.shopatron.com or call 866-625-5050.

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Following Successful Island Resort Championship, Perfect Foursome Package at Sweetgrass Gains Ground

(Harris, Michigan) - Less than a month after the successful run of the inaugural Island Resort Championship, Sweetgrass Golf Club is experiencing its best playing conditions and most popular golf season in its history.

The championship, won by LPGA Future Tour rookie Stephanie Kim, 19, of Bayside, N.Y., proved the course was a great test of golf all week.  “On the holes that were downwind, I made birdies, but on some holes, it was pretty tough,” said Kim of her first round. “It’s a great golf course and it’s in great shape.”

The course reopened for public play the week after the June 24-26 LPGA Futures Tour event, proclaimed by many of the players as one of the most inviting and challenging new Tour courses this year. It is one of a handful of public courses where golfers can play following professional championship rounds.

For those wishing to test their game against the Paul Albanese design that left the winner with a 67-72-70=209 three-day score on her first professional winning card, the course will remain open until the late fall, and will not raise rates.

Daily fee rates start at $75, and stay-and-play package rates at $95 per person per night are highlighted by the popular Perfect Foursome package, which includes rounds at Sweetgrass and neighboring Greywalls and Timberstone in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

“The championship drew golfers from around the world, proving this course is an exacting test of golf from tee to green,” said head golf professional Dave Douglas. “It’s also a lot of fun to play for amateurs, giving you several options for risk and reward.”

Temperate weather in the low 80s and excellent playing conditions as a result of championship preparations have made it a popular golf option for Michiganders, Wisconsinites, Canadians and travelers from the South seeking golf options that beat the heat.

To make a tee time at the championship Sweetgrass Golf Club or to book the Perfect Foursome package with stays at the Island Resort & Casino, see http://www.sweetgrassgolfclub.com or call 877-ISL-GREEN.

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Antigua Finalizing U.S. Solheim Cup Uniforms

The Antigua design team is busy wrapping up final details for the U.S. team’s uniforms as the biennial Solheim Cup matches in Dublin, Ireland quickly approach.

“Designing uniforms for multiple days and multiple rounds of competition with Ireland’s unique weather as an added variable has been a tremendous challenge,” said Danielle Dellios, Senior Designer at the Antigua Group.

“We have created a beautiful range of coordinates, distinctly separate for each round, including the early practice rounds. Each are reflective of the traditional palette of the U.S. in very tasteful golf fashion styling with contemporary accents and each piece has incorporated our trademark performance functionality. We are excited to present the uniforms to the members of the United States team and we look forward to our team bringing back the Solheim Cup.”

The U.S. team uniforms (shirts, sweaters, jackets and bottoms) will be available for purchase from selected golf shops and golf retailers starting September 26th and will be available at the event itself through the official Solheim Cup retail partners.

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New Gee-Swing electronics device records golfers swing speeds

Golfers striving to elevate their game to the next level can now rely on a unique and innovative game-improvement tool that has just been launched to market - Gee-Swing (www.gee-swing.com).

The hi-tech, precision electronics-driven device - endorsed by three-time European Tour winner Mark Roe and TV football pundit and two-handicap golfer Alan Hansen - is sufficiently small and lightweight (just 28g) to clip on to the foot of the club shaft, and essentially measures how well a shot has been timed, a world first for a specialist golf game improvement product.

To achieve this, Gee-Swing - a compact, user-friendly tool that simply works at the press of a button - accurately records vital information from more than 1 million sensory readings taken from the downswing, including the g-forces (hence Gee-Swing) and peak speed, as well as clubhead velocity at impact with the ball.

• Watch exclusive instruction videos from Mark Roe and Alan Hansen and learn more about Gee-Swing by visiting www.gee-swing.com/offer.php.

After successfully trialling the groundbreaking new Gee-Swing product, Mark Roe and Alan Hansen hailed it as one of the most exciting coaching tools to hit the golf market for many years.

Mark Roe, said: "Gee-Swing is the first easy-to-use, clip-on device I have seen that precisely measures clubhead speed and timing in the golf swing - and provides feedback that couldn't possibly be detected with the naked eye. I wish I'd had this product when playing on the European Tour."

Alan Hansen commented: "Like all club golfers I want to hit longer, more purely struck shots. With Gee-Swing I was instantly able to measure, and then improve, my clubhead speed and timing. Now, I wouldn't practice or warm up for a round without it."

The Gee-Swing settings can be calibrated to any golfer's individual measurements, in terms of size and build, and then subsequently stored in the patented product's in-built memory for future use.

A complementary coaching and instructional DVD, included within the Gee-Swing package, will help ensure golfers adopt the correct techniques to significantly increase their clubhead speed, and improve their swing and ball timing to help generate greater striking power and shot distance… so achieving the holy grail of lower handicaps and scores.

Many of the game's leading experts believe a lack of acceleration into the ball - a fault virtually impossible to detect with the human eye - is one of the most common faults experienced by amateur golfers. This lack of acceleration leads to inconsistency of ball strike and a loss of yardage.

"Any golf professional will stress the importance of maximising the clubhead speed at the point of impact with the ball," explained Peter Kimber, founder of Gee-Swing. "To this end, Gee-Swing will give golfers the most accurate available measurement of clubhead velocity, and the exact points on the downswing at which the maximum speed was reached and acceleration ceased.

"Gee-Swing is fun to use and certainly adds a much more enjoyable dimension to practice sessions. However, it is a highly sensitive and sophisticated piece of micro-electronic engineering that gives information about your swing that even the top coaches would not be able to spot. Gee-Swing also offers coaching tips on how you can rectify any problems."

Peter Kimber added: "Improvements can be achieved without the need for significant swing changes and the results can be, and usually are, quite dramatic. So confident are we that Gee-Swing will add huge value to the practice sessions of golfers of all standards, that we offer a no quibble refund should they not experience significant improvements."

The lightweight nature of Gee-Swing means a golfer's personal swing dynamics won't be adversely affected while using it.

"Trials have shown that its presence has no negative impact on the clubhead speeds generated," confirmed Peter Kimber. "The product has been calibrated to take into account the difference in swing weight so the readings always remain highly accurate."

For more information about Gee-Swing and to order a product at the special '25 percent off' introductory price of £74.99, plus £4.99 P&P, visit the company's offer page at www.geeswing.com/offer.php.

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True Linkswear Embraces Tradition Limited Edition Shoe

Shoe pays homage to The Open Championship and Canadian Open

In honor of The Open Championship and Canadian Open, TRUE tours are now available for purchase in a limited edition white and red color design. This color combination ties in nicely to the Cross of St. George which is on the flag at every hole at Royal St. George in Sandwich, England this week.

Thanks to a partnership with Golf Town, the exclusive retail provider of TRUE in Canada, the white and red limited edition shoes also are available in advance of the Canadian Open, which is being held at Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club in Vancouver, B.C.

TRUE is releasing 400 of the White/Red shoes, which will be available online at www.truelinkswear.com and at select Golf Town locations throughout Canada.

This is the third limited edition shoe TRUE has done this year. The white/green Masters shoe and red/white/blue U.S. Open shoes sold out in a short time.

The TRUE tour is built on a barefoot platform, making it the lightest golf shoe on the PGA TOUR with the thinnest sole in golf. TRUE footwear was inspired by an emerging barefoot trend in running, where many shoes have shifted away from highly-engineered structures, such as arch supports and heavily-cushioned heels, to a shoe that better utilizes the anatomical features of the foot. The idea is that nature's engineering is best, and that a minimalist shoe with an ergonomic traction system allows a golfer's body to naturally stabilize itself while feeling the course like never before.

TRUE tour shoes can be purchased online at www.truelinkswear.com for a retail price of $159 or through select Golf Town locations throughout Canada. The price will be $159, just like our other tours, and they are available in size 6.5 through 15. The limited edition TRUE tours will ship this week.

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Edwin Watts Golf Shops open location in Waterford Lakes, Fla.

(FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla.) - Edwin Watts Golf Shops, LLC, one of the world's largest specialty golf retailers, announced the opening of its newest state-of-the-art golf retail facility in Waterford Lakes, Fla. The new 3,900 square foot store, located at 12400 Lake Underhill Road, and which opened to the public on June 30, will be celebrating its official grand opening July 14-16.

The new store in Waterford Lakes enhances Edwin Watts Golf's retail presence in the Central Florida market, complementing several locations in Orlando, Casselberry and Kissimmee, and providing another convenient retail location for East Orlando golfers and shoppers. Equipped with a state-of-the-art launch monitor and club repair facility, in-store putting green and much more, the new store provides consumers with a service-based interactive golf experience. Additionally, golfers will have the opportunity to test out the latest product innovations from the game's leading brands, while enjoying the superior service and technical expertise of "The Watts Guys" custom fitting experts, boasting the highest technical IQ in golf.

"We are excited to bring Edwin Watts Golf to Waterford Lakes," said John Watson, CEO, Edwin Watts Golf. "Now our customers in the East Orlando area have a store right in their backyard where they can easily take advantage of our custom fitting services and the best deals on equipment, apparel, electronics and accessories from golf's leading brands."

Edwin Watts Golf offers the freshest assortment of golf equipment & apparel, electronics and related golf accessories from top brands such as TaylorMade, Callaway, Titleist, Ping, FootJoy, Cleveland, Nike, Adams, Cobra, Wilson, Champions Tour and others.

The new Waterford Lakes location further enhances Edwin Watts Golf Shops' stable of more than 90 domestic retail locations and overall golf retail operation that features a popular eCommerce Internet business, at www.edwinwattsgolf.com, along with the company's direct catalog sales business.

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Eidolon Golf Unveils a New Brand, New Product – SCOR Golf and SCOR4161

The most comprehensive re-design of scoring clubs since the invention of the sand wedge

(Victoria, TX) – Eidolon Brands, parent company of EIDOLON Golf and its patented V-SOLE wedges, today announced the introduction of a new brand, SCOR Golf, and its first product, SCOR4161.  

The innovative and revolutionary SCOR4161 product line totally redesigns short irons and wedges and erases the line between them. This proprietary technology gives golfers the ability to build a precision, custom-built set of scoring clubs from 41 to 61 degrees in loft.

The technology behind the revolutionary SCOR4161 scoring clubs was designed to deliver improved shotmaking performance in the scoring zone so golfers of all skill levels can improve their short games and lower their scores.

SCOR Golf President Terry Koehler believes the SCOR 4161 product will make as powerful an impact on golfers’ performance in the scoring zone as hybrids did at the longer end of the set.

“SCOR Golf is a brand focused solely on innovative solutions to help golfers improve their performance with their scoring clubs,” said Koehler. “Short irons that look like middle-irons don’t work as well as they could – because the difference between a 6-iron and wedge is the same difference as that between a 5-iron and 3- or 4-wood. Even in wedges, the loft difference between a pitching wedge and lob wedge is the same as that between a 4-iron and driver. It makes no sense for wedges of all lofts to look alike, or for short irons to look like 5-irons. We all know what happened when hybrids came along – long irons have become extinct.  SCOR4161 can do the same to conventional wedges and set-match short irons.”

“At SCOR Golf, we’re keenly focused on the scoring clubs, those over 40 degrees of loft.  These are very different tools from middle irons," explained Koehler. “The result of over two years of research and testing manifests in SCOR4161, and it represents the most comprehensive package of scoring technology ever assembled. Every feature of these clubs is there to provide measurable shot making/scoring benefits for golfers of all abilities.  For the first time in golf history, golfers can specifically put together just the right set of precision scoring clubs that will deliver improved trajectories and better accuracy while offering optimum forgiveness. In addition, SCOR4161 delivers better spin with the new groove geometry and extraordinary feel. We know that golfers will reap the benefits through lower scores.”

The new SCOR4161 line of scoring clubs are available at www.scorgolf.com and at selected golf pro shops. The suggested retail price for a set of five clubs is $649.

SCOR4161’s innovative features include:

SGC3  Progressive Weighting – Short Game Control x 3 – trajectory/distance/spin.  This breakthrough design technology gives each clubhead its own unique weight distribution. The lower lofts have just the right amount of heel/toe weighting, a thicker face and a higher center of mass to keep short iron and full wedges shots driving forward. The higher loft wedges have a progressively lower center of mass to give you ball-stopping control when you are trying to get it close. All are optimized for spin performance with new conforming grooves.

21 exact lofts for infinite precision – Only with SCOR4161 can a golfer have the exact set of scoring clubs they need, picking up after the set-match 8-iron and extending through the highest lofted wedge. SCOR doesn’t bend clubs to get there; we make every loft from 41 to 61 degrees to allow the precise building of a matched set of 5-6 scoring clubs made for laser-like shot making and control.

Patented V-SOLE - This exclusive technology has earned its reputation because it handles any lie on any course ... for any golfer. The leading portion of the sole has a high bounce to prevent digging in softer turf or on more delicate shots around the green; the main portion of the sole has a low bounce to ensure outstanding performance from tight lies and the fairway. Each V-SOLE club is like having two or three wedges of conventional specialized bounce designs.

Tru-Form-Forged 8620 carbon steel – Mild carbon steel is preferred by most tour professionals but only SCOR4161 combines the precision of casting with the feel of forging. Each head is super-heated and compressed under 800 tons of forging pressure to re-align the granular structure for unprecedented feel and responsiveness.

GENIUS steel and graphite shafts – Shafts found on traditional wedges are too heavy and too stiff for the vast majority of golfers.  SCOR’s proprietary GENIUS series short game shafts, designed in conjunction with KBS Tour and UST Mamiya, allows golfers to choose from two weights of graphite or a standard weight steel shaft, each available in two or three flex options. This is the way SCOR ensures that any golfer will have optimized feel and trajectory in the scoring zone.

Custom-fit, custom-built to order – Every set of SCOR4161 scoring clubs is built specifically for the golfer who’s going to play them. The unique “SCORFit” process determines the exact prescription and specifications each player needs to optimize performance when in the scoring range.

Proprietary SCOR Grips - The SCOR grips, designed in conjunction with UST Mamiya, are specifically designed to improve short game performance. The upper portion of the grip is a firm material with a soft cord imbedded for secure club control. The lower portion is a softer material to provide unmatched feel and touch around the greens. The pattern on the grip supports THE SCoR Method of achieving short game precision, and a copy of the book, “The SCoR Method” is complimentary with every set of SCOR4161 scoring clubs.

For more information, visit www.scorgolf.com.

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HIRZL Gloves Available Today At Golfsmith International

(Granbury, TX) - HIRZL announced today that their line of high performance golf gloves is now available on-line at Golfsmith International.

"Having Golfsmith International carry all three HIRZL series-the TRUST Control, TRUST Feel and Soffft Flex in all sizes represents a significant opportunity for us to expand our reach to golfers everywhere," stated Gary Sheppard, President and CEO of HIRZL North America. "We are experiencing strong growth and increased sales across all our product lines and are getting overwhelmingly favorable response from golfers who use our gloves. Many popular golf blog web sites have been flooded with positive comments about HIRZL gloves from golfers all across the country."

"We are confident that once a golfer puts on and experiences our gloves they will purchase it. Our partnership with Golfsmith International and their dominant on-line presence will allow golfers of all abilities a wider availability of our gloves," stated Sheppard.

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Nicklaus Design Golf Course re-opens at Grupo Vidanta Resort in Nayarit, Mexico

(NAYARIT, Mexico) - When it opened a decade ago, the Nayar Vidanta Golf Course in Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit, Mexico was regarded as one of the country's absolute best. Now after a thorough four-year renovation by the renowned Nicklaus Design Group, this stunning layout is quite likely to gain even higher acclaim.

Situated between the Pacific Ocean and the meandering Ameca River and with the Sierra Madre Mountains serving as a spectacular backdrop, the course is a joy to play for the higher handicappers while still being a stern test for players of the highest caliber. Golfers will find room to roam off the tee, but approach shots require a tad more precision thanks to seven shimmering lakes and plenty of strategically-placed bunkers. A keen putting touch comes in handy to navigate the perfectly-manicured greens.

If it's possible to designate a signature hole when all are worthy of consideration it would be the par four 13th which stretches to 426 yards from the back tees. With a lake to the left, a waste area protecting the right side and a prevailing wind that's generally in the golfer's face, par is always a good score.

Adding even more to the unforgettable Nayar Vidanta golf experience is a clubhouse with dining service, a lighted practice facility for fine-tuning the skills well after dark, a putting green, new golf carts with GPS yardage systems and both Cobra and Titleist top-of-the-line rental clubs.

"We are very excited with how the golf course has turned out after these extensive renovations," said Jesus Torres, managing director of Vidanta Golf. "Our objective as a company is to offer world class golf at our renowned resorts and the Nicklaus Design Group has helped us to achieve that goal."

Learn more about the opportunities that await at the Nayar Golf Course at http://www.vidantagolf.com/pages_eng/nuevo_vallarta.htm.

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Trion:Z to award Tao necklace in 2011 British Open promotion

(CARLSBAD, Calif.) - Trion:Z, manufacturer of award winning magnetic and negative ion technology, announced that the three R's - Rory McIlroy, Rickie Fowler and Ryo Ishikawa will all be competing for the coveted Claret Jug. To honor the Trion:Z staffers who are ALL playing in the British Open the company is awarding Tao Necklaces with company pendants, the same necklace worn by the 2011 US Open Champion Rory McIlroy to 10 lucky winners.

Trion:Z gave away 1,000 Active Series Wristbands when McIlroy captured his first major. The company is upping the ante at the British Open and will be giving out another 1,000 Active Series Wristbands as well as the 10 Tao Necklaces with company pendants.

According to Trion:Z CEO Toru Kamatari, "The Tao Necklace represents the legacy of our company. It is the perfect promotion for such a prominent tournament." Those first lucky 10 winners who select the right British Open winner will receive a free Tao Necklace with company pendant. This stylish necklace is manufactured with high quality stainless steel and features 550 Gauss resin coated rubber ferrite permanent magnets. The company pendant is bold and contemporary. The lengths available are Small (16.9"), Medium (18.5") and Large (22"). It is exclusively available on www.trionz.com.

There is a real possibility of Rory winning but Rickie and Ryo both have the talent to take the title. We invite every fan of Trion:Z's 3 R's to partake," adds Kamatari. To participate in the Trion:Z British Open promotion is easy. Simply visit the company website at www.trionz.com and choose which Trion:Z staffer will win the British Open. Will it be the 2011 US Open Champion Rory McIlroy or the 2010 PGA Rookie of the Year Rickie Fowler? Or will the golfing sensation from Japan Ryo Ishikawa dominate the fairways of the Royal St. George?

This contest requires no purchase. The entry dates are from July 6, 2011 through July 10, 2011. Please note that only one entry per person is permitted. Winners will be randomly chosen and will be notified by e-mail within seven days of the completion of the British Open.

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TOMMY HILFIGER ANNOUNCES LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH FLETCHER LEISURE GROUP FOR GOLF APPAREL

Tommy Hilfiger will launch men’s and women’s golf apparel collections for Spring 2012 with Fletcher Leisure Group

(NEW YORK, NY) - The Tommy Hilfiger Group announced an agreement with Fletcher Leisure Group to license men’s and women’s golf apparel, beginning Spring 2012 in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Inspired by Tommy Hilfiger’s signature classic American sensibility with a twist, the collection adapts technical performance fabrics with a focus on style and fit.

"Golf represents the ultimate prep lifestyle, and we are excited to expand our presence in the performance area,” said Tommy Hilfiger. “Our golf collection is inspired by the integrity and tradition of the sport. We’ve added a twist to the classics through an innovative use of fabrics and details, delivering performance, comfort and style in golf sportswear that can be worn on and off the course.”

Celebrating the brand’s preppy heritage, the new collection includes four groups: Core, Cape Cod, St. Barth’s and Cape Town.  The Core collection gives time-honored basics an updated look while an assortment of fits accommodates the movement required for golf.  Cape Cod draws inspiration from the Eastern seaboard, in particular photographs of the Kennedys in the 60s, with exploded plaids, seersucker stripes and grosgrain details.  St. Barth’s incorporates the sights and sounds of the island; bold stripes and pops of color are featured throughout. Cape Town takes cues from the brightly colored architecture of the city, offering a balance of brights and pastels to create preppy printed bottoms for women and a new, colorful plaid for men.

“We are excited to partner with the Fletcher Leisure Group and take our golf apparel business to the next level with both a greater style range and broader distribution,” said Anne Marino, President of Licensing for Tommy Hilfiger. “Fletcher Leisure Group is a category leader in golf apparel with a strong reputation and expertise in design and sourcing. We are looking forward to a successful relationship with their team.”

Key to the collection are designs that incorporate three technical performance fabrics. The first is a 100% polyester fabric with moisture wicking capabilities that keep garments dry and provide the anti-odor properties essential in a technical garment. The second is a hybrid fabric that delivers superior styling, quality and comfort. Combining the comfort and ease of cotton with technical performance fabric allows the garment to draw away moisture and dry rapidly while maintaining the softness of cotton. The third fabric is constructed using a high functioning yarn in all-polyester, polyester/spandex and cotton-polyester blends.  The unique structure of the yarn creates garments that are breathable yet entirely moisture free.

"The Tommy Hilfiger brand is perfectly aligned with the values of the golf market and we are very pleased to be combining our experience with the creativity and imagination of the Tommy Hilfiger team,” said Mark Fletcher, President. “Our timing could not be better as the global strength of Tommy Hilfiger continues to gain momentum and we are leveraging this with a collection that is truly ideal for golf."

The collection will be distributed in the U.S., Canada and Europe at private and public golf clubs, golf specialty stores, sport specialty stores, resort accounts, and corporate accounts beginning Spring 2012.  Marketing initiatives will focus on trade shows, co-op programs, print advertising, and event sponsorships in key North American and European markets.

Targeting men and women golfers ages 25-40, the collection offers a wide selection of garments with approximately 100 styles for men ranging in price from $65 for short-sleeved polos to $120 for sophisticated outerwear options.  The versatile women’s collection includes approximately 75 styles with prices ranging from $65 for bermudas and polos to $120 for knits and outerwear.

Tommy Hilfiger launched men’s golf apparel in 1994 and expanded into women’s golf apparel in 2000; in 2004 the collection was introduced in Europe.  Since 2007, the line has been produced and distributed only in Europe.

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Paula Creamer sees into the future with Sundog Eyewear

Sundog Eyewear is delighted to announce that 2010 US Open Champion Paula Creamer has decided to renew her relationship with Sundog and the popular Sundog Eyewear Paula Creamer Collection.

“I really enjoy working with Sundog on the design of my Collection,” said Creamer, whose 2011 Collection is her fifth with Sundog Eyewear. “I love the styles, and the Mela-Lens technology has become a requirement on and off the course. I’m thrilled that the Paula Creamer signature styles will continue.”

Since the debut of her first Collection in 2007, the nine-time winner on the LPGA Tour has been instrumental in designing 12 fashionable models, including three new ones for 2011. Freestyle and Bravo feature classic aviator styles redefined by Paula’s personal touch and flair. The new Aura model introduces a dramatic one-piece suspended lens in a sophisticated open frame design.

“We feel very fortunate to have this terrific relationship with one of the truly genuine superstars in the world of sport,” said Rod Hoogstraten, President of Sundog Eyewear. “From day one it has been a pleasure to work with Paula, and she and her family are a very important members of the Sundog family.”

As she defends her Open title this week at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Paula will be wearing her Mela-Lens  Paula Creamer Collection sunglasses. “Mela” is an abbreviation for Melanin, a naturally produced pigment that acts as a sunscreen protecting the skin from High Energy Visible light or “blue” light. In partnership with BNL Sun Lenses, an Essilor company, Sundog Eyewear has created the Sundog Mela-Lens lines utilizing synthetic melanin to produce state-of-the-art melanin lens technology. Mela-Lens absorbs light seamlessly over a broad spectral range providing 98 per cent blue light filtration with no color distortion, and 100 per cent UVA/B protection. Mela-Lens features the Eternity Hard Coat for superior abrasion resistance.

In addition to Freestyle, Bravo, and Aura Paula’s 2011 PC Collection also offers Paula’s three most popular styles including: a refined fitting Allure (the model Paula wore winning the 2010 U.S. Open Championship); the stylish Iconic with laser etched temple artistry; and Captiva, uniquely designed sunglasses for smaller face shapes.

The Paula Creamer Collection is just part of the excitement surrounding Sundog Eyewear. The 2011 line includes Hunter Mahan’s Signature H Series and all new H EVO models; Mike Weir’s Weir Golf Signature Series; Mela-Lens Polarized and Mela-Lens Photochromic models; and the complete Core Golf line.

To view Sundog Eyewear 2011 visit www.sundogeyewear.com.

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Beauty From the East: Miura Golf Introduces Dramatic Limited Forged Black Blade Iron

(HIMEJI, Japan) - Miura Golf, the Japanese company known for its excellence in forging fine clubs, also has a reputation for the beauty of its creations. The tradition continues with the company's latest forged iron.

Miura's new Limited Forged Black Blade iron is a stunning version of the popular muscle back Miura Tournament Blade - but with the distinctive Miura Black finish.

Company founder and club making expert Katsuhiro Miura and his sons, Yoshitaka and Shinei, and their staff took special care to create a no-glare, flat-black finish with a surface texture that's pleasing to the touch. When golf club fans see these beauties, the effect is like coming around the corner and seeing your dream car parked at the curb. They can't get that look out of their minds.

The LFBB finish is the same as on Miura's Black Wedges. Like the wedges, these irons will show gradual, desirable wear with repeated use. But "wear" doesn't mean "wear out." Instead, it's more like a breaking in, a personalization no different than the one that occurs with your favorite baseball glove or the skates you want in the games that matter.

This personalized settling-in of the finish will differ slightly for every player. But in general, the black finish will mature over time to a silvery gray, mostly on the center of the clubface and on the sole, starting at the leading edge. Time in the sun enters into it, as well as the turf the golfer usually encounters. In the end, the Limited Forged Black Blades will be distinctively Miura, and distinctively each golfer's own - and always a joy to look at as well as play.

"This is one of the great things about being the kind of company we are -- small and focused on careful, handcrafted work. So we can satisfy golfers' appetites for clubs that are beautiful as well as functional," said Adam Barr, president of Miura. "When Miura-san has ideas like this for something special and exciting, we can do it, and to a very high standard. Of course, by definition, there can't be many of these sets available. But that just adds to the allure."

The suggested retail price for the Limited Forged Black Blades will be $275 per club. Interested golfers around the world can check the list of expert dealer/fitters near them by checking the website (www.MiuraGolf.com) for a Miura Dealer List.

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Fourteen Golf Introduces The Dt-111 Titanium Driver Developed For Speed And Distance

(IRVINE, CA) - FOURTEEN GOLF, recognized as a worldwide leader in wedge design with over 20 professional tour victories in 2010, proudly announced that the company is introducing its new Titanium driver developed for hard hitters with tremendous club head speed, the DT-111 Driver.

The explosive DT-111 Driver was developed for golfers who generate remarkable club head speed and strive for maximum power with maximum distance. According to FOURTEEN GOLF COO Marcy Kamoda, "This driver is unique as it has been entirely designed for a specific player so they incorporated features that result in unsurpassed distance. We're excited about adding this category to our equipment line-up."

The four-piece Titanium DT-111 Driver with a hybrid two layered crown features an oversized 450cc club head with a deep 36mm CG precisely positioned. This distinctive location provides a power hitter workability and playability. Compared to other FOURTEEN GOLF drivers, this is aggressively more forward and will generate remarkable power.

The rear portion of the proprietary DT-111 club head is slightly higher. This new FOURTEEN GOLF design promotes the correct set up and visually establishes confidence at address. The four piece Titanium club head is engineered with several different Titanium materials. Utilizing multiple Titaniums allowed the engineers to adjust the CG and MOI as well as implement the two-piece hybrid crown which ignites power and impact results in massive drives.

An exclusive varying cup face design provides a substantial sweet spot on the DT-111 Driver. The face is 3.3mm thick around the center and gradually reduces to 2.6mm and 2.1mm around the parameter. This modification of thickness contributes the forgiveness of this powerful driver.

For optimum performance the DT-111 Driver is available in both the athletic type TS-70d shaft and the standard MD-350gd shaft. The shaft model should be fitted or selected according to the golfer's club head speed. Selecting the proper shaft should produce power with optimum drives.

FOURTEEN GOLF is a burgeoning golf equipment company that takes great pride in their tour program. Its success is critical to the company's overall growth initiative. The feed back they receive from the touring professionals furnish key information for the research and development team.

2011 FOURTEEN GOLF Professional Tour Wins:
*NGA Hooters Tour at River Hills Golf Course
* Philippine Open
* Peach State Professional Golf Tour - Winter Series at Black Bear GC
* Peach State Professional Golf Tour - Winter Series at Kissimmee GC
* Indonesia PGA Championship
* Nationwide Tour Stadion Classic
* OneAsia Tour - China Masters
* KLPGA - Doo San Match Play Championship
* JPGA - Totoumi Hamamatsu

FOURTEEN GOLF cumulated (20) 2010 professional tour victories:
* PGA Tour (4) Frys.com Open, Mc Gladrey Classic, Barclays Championship, The Wyndam Championship
* LPGA Tour (4) Mizuno Classic Championship, Navistar LPGA Classic, Cyber Agent Cup, Evian Masters
* Nationwide Tour (3) Miccosukee Championship, Mylan Classic, South Georgia Classic
* European Tour (1) Maybank Malaysian
* Duramed Futures Tour (2) Ladies Titan Tire Challenge, Teva Championship
* KLPGA Tour (2) Hi-Mart Championship, Met Life Championship
* Asian Tour (1) Yeangder Tournament Championship
* Hooters Tour (3) Bentonville Open at Lost Springs Golf, Classic at Southern Hills, Carolina Series.

For more information on FOURTEEN GOLF call 949-852-8811 or visit the company website at www.fourteengolf.com.

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Pocono Mountains’ Summer Activities a Popular Family Affair

(POCONO MOUNTAINS, PA.) - With school out for summer and the Fourth of July fast approaching, the Pocono Mountains destination (www.800poconos.com) wants families to step outdoors and enjoy the region’s wealth of amenities.

“Summer has always been special in the Pocono Mountains because of the countless outdoor activities geared toward vacationing families,” said Carl Wilgus, president and CEO of the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau. “Our value-laden destination also has new attractions this year, and its close proximity from major cities makes it a popular getaway to escape the heat.”

Family fun is everywhere, including at properties also known for their world-class golf courses:

* Split Rock Resort & Golf Club’s 27 holes of golf measure 6,500 yards on average for 18 holes, making it a great layout to enjoy with the family. Combine time on the links with its popular H20ooohh! Indoor Waterpark, a 53,326 square-foot attraction featuring five body, tube and raft slides, Flow Rider, wave pool and Tiki bars.

* Fernwood Hotel & Resort – whose 18-hole course features three family-friendly tee-box options ranging from 6,174 yards to 4,518 yards – offers paintball, mini golf, a variety of nature programs, live entertainment, hiking at Bushkill Falls, seven indoor and outdoor pools, Fernwood Game Zone and nearby shopping at The Crossings Premium Outlets.

* The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort offers 27 championship holes and a nine-hole, lighted, par-3 course that’s fun for after-hours play. The resort’s River Adventure package takes families down the Pocono Mountains’ original water park – the Delaware River – in their choice of canoe, raft or kayak. The package, from $144 per person (double occupancy), includes overnight accommodations, breakfast, a boxed picnic lunch, and dinner at either the River Room or The Gem and Keystone Brewpub.  Enjoy Fireworks at the nearby Shawnee Mountain Ski area on July 3; festivities start at 7 p.m.

Not sure where you want to play? Check out 800poconos.com for an interactive travel planner that will unveil family-friendly fun near any of the Pocono Mountains’ 35+ golf courses, attractions from Camelbeach Waterpark to Claws-n-Paws Wild Animal Park, as well as summer festivals and events.

Additionally, junior summer golf programs are designed to help promote family golf participation:
*Woodloch Resort, a PGA Family Golf Course, offers a one-hour introductory Family Golf 101 Program (call 570-685-8102 to register) covering basics such as course protocol, booking tee times, pace-of-play importance, course etiquette and more. A 30-minute clinic and free practice-facility usage follow. The program, limited to eight people, costs $25 per person. 

Woodloch has also adopted the PGA Family Course Program, adding two additional sets of tees for junior golfers, one playing about 1,100 yards and the other about 1,800 yards, on the resort’s 18-hole championship layout.


*Split Rock Resort & Golf Club’s 90-minute Junior Golf Clinics teach basics such as swing, grip, aim, setup, etiquette, rules and safety, along with chipping, putting and bunker play. Clinics on Aug. 10, 11, 18 and 19 run from 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Cost is $60 per student, with a maximum of 10 students per session.

Located within easy drive of New York City, Philadelphia and New Jersey, golfers can customize their trips through the user-friendly planner that can be found at poconosgolf.com, making it easy to find courses, accommodations and other activities within close proximity to each other. A complete list of courses, special offers and spring events can also be found on the site.

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Micro-Cart Lives Up To Its Name

(Missoula, MT) – Micro-Cart from Sun Mountain is a new-look, four wheel walking cart that folds 25 percent smaller and weighs 20 percent less than leading push carts.

Tipping the scales at the slight 13 lbs. and folding down to the scant 52 cubic inches, Micro-Cart is a very appropriate name. Its small folded footprint and its light weight make the cart easy to get in and out of a vehicle.

Also, due to the patented four-wheel design, the cart has a low center of gravity which results in superior stability on the course.

Micro-Cart comes with no assembly required and folds and unfolds in two easy motions. New for 2011, Micro-Cart comes standard with the E-Z Latch for hassle-free handle height adjustment. Micro-Cart is available now with a full-suggested retail price of $219. For the retailer nearest you, call 800-227-9224 or visit www.sunmountain.com.

In 1999, Sun Mountain introduced the ergonomically designed Speed Cart®; revolutionizing the walking cart category. Sun Mountain has continued to invent and innovate every detail of the Speed Cart, growing the line to three models. In 2009, Sun Mountain added Micro-Cart as a lighter, more compact when folded, alternative to the ever popular and still available Speed Cart.

Uniquely, in going lighter the inventors at Sun Mountain added a fourth wheel to Micro Cart. The benefit of the four-wheel design is better stability on side hills and no tracking adjustments required. The four wheels come standard with low maintenance solid foam tires and adjustable front axle to accommodate the largest of golf bags.

Micro-Cart’s lightweight anodized aluminum frame folds and unfolds in two easy motions offering variable handle-height positions (thanks to the new for 2011 E-Z Latch); strapless bag bracket; standard Micro-Paq for additional storage; and a console with padded valuables tray, ball and tee holders, magnetic scorecard holder, and a drink holder. With a contemporary look, available in four colors (red, black, blue and silver), Micro-Cart is as visually pleasing as it is functionally efficient.

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AHEAD ADDS POLOS AND ACCESSORY GIFT PACKS TO PATRIOT GOLF DAY MERCHANDISE PROGRAM

(NEW BEDFORD, Mass.) - AHEAD announced today that it will once again support Patriot Golf Day and add polos and accessory gift packs to the popular merchandise program. AHEAD has participated in the program since 2008 and this year Patriot Golf Day is slated for Sept 2 -5 at golf courses around the country. AHEAD has committed to donate $2.50 for every cap and polo shirt sold and $1.50 for each accessory gift set to the Folds of Honor Foundation.

“AHEAD and our sales team are honored to support our fallen heroes families through this terrific program,” said Jeff Waller, national sales director, AHEAD. “Our accounts have been very supportive over the past four years and with the addition of polos and accessories, we anticipate even greater support. The Folds of Honor Foundation is a wonderful cause and together we are making a little difference in the lives of military families.”

AHEAD has donated more than $35,000 to the foundation through the merchandise promotion over the past four years.

AHEAD’s Patriot Golf Day merchandise program will include a selection of four limited-edition logo caps, six polo shirts and two accessory gift packs. The three logos available on the caps, polos and accessories are the F-16 Viper fighter jet logo with the Patriot Golf Day logo, the American flag with a fighter jet logo and the Folds of Honor Foundation logo.

Each cap has the Folds of Honor Foundation words or Patriot Golf Day embroidered on the back. The caps are available in two styles, classic fit or extreme fit and in the following colors - red, white, bone, navy and light blue. The suggested retail of the caps are $19.95.

The polo shirts are available in solid colors of red, royal blue, cobalt, black and white and in stripe combinations of red, white and blue. One of the Fold of Honors logos appears on the front left chest of each polo shirt. The suggested retail of the polos range from $45-50.

AHEAD offers two accessory packs - hat clip pack and divot tool pack. The suggested retail ranges from $18-24.

The AHEAD limited edition caps, polos and accessory gift packs are available at participating Patriot Golf Day courses or online at www.patriotgolfday.com

Golf shops can order the Patriot Golf Day caps through their local AHEAD sales representative.
 
PGA Professional Dan Rooney, an F-16 fighter pilot in the Oklahoma Air National Guard, is the founder of the Folds of Honor Foundation. He has served three tours in Iraq. The Folds of Honor Scholarship Fund provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of military service members disabled or killed in the line of duty.
  
For information on AHEAD, visit www.aheadweb.com.

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