THE NEW PRESERVE at OAK MEADOWS CLUBHOUSE in Addison (L), DuPage Golf Director of Golf Ed Stevenson and his team are getting close to welcoming golfers into the new clubhouse. So stayed tuned for details on the opening day at DuPagegolf.com   _____________________________________________________________________

THE GOG BLOG by RORY SPEARS, Director of Content and Creation for Golfers on Golf. Follow Rory on Twitter @GogBlogGuy or connect on LinkedIn/Instagram. Behind the first tee on the new Baths Golf Course at Blackwolf Run in Kohler Wisconsin.

SO ANOTHER SUNDAY of Golf is here, and this week there are two great options.

But first on the tee is the U.S. Women’s Open from the Olympic Club in San Francisco. Where American Lexi Thompson looks to end a major US drought in women’s championships. (Now at 11). She has 1 shot lead headed into the final round.

FROM OHIO-it’s the Memorial Tournament hosted by the #Goat Jack Nicklaus. The golf course has been renovated by Nicklaus and his design team over the last year. But the bigger story is the forced W’D of leader Jon Rahm. Rahm came off of the 18th green with a six shot lead. But was then was told to pull out of the tournament by the PGA Tour’s medical staff for a positive Covid test. Leaving Collin Morikawa and Patrick Cantly as your co-leaders.

NW Suburban architect Mike Benkusky at his newest renovation in Sarasota Florida. Photo by Joy Sarver.

ARCHITECT Mike Benkusky based in Lake in The Hills, Illinois. Has started work on his first Florida based project located in Sarasota.

Benkusky is currently working on The Champions Course that makes up 18 of the 36 holes at the Palm Aire Country Club. November 1st is expected to be the reopening date for the golf course.

But a full story on the project has been written, and is posted at the LenZiehmongolf.com website. Ziehm will have updates as the project continues.

AWARD WINNING Architect Agustin Piza has teamed up with Golf Channel Studio Host Brandel Chamblee to work on future design projects. But for more details-Pizngolf.com.

The Cleveland RTX Full-faced wedges.

CLEVELAND GOLF has announced it’s new RTX Full-Face wedge. The new RTX wedge will hit the American market this Friday June 11th.

RTX-Full-Face adds full-face grooves to the current flagship RTX model.

What RTX does is bring maximum versatility to the most critical shorts, your short game will require.

“The new RTX Full-Face maintains the traditional and striking clean look that golfers have come to expect from a Cleveland Wedge, all while adding shotmaking creativity with grooves across the entire face,” said Ryan Polanco, General Manager at Cleveland Golf. “It’s the perfect compliment to the classic RTZ ZipCore and delivers exceptional versatility around the green.”

This High-Toe profile wedge are MAP $159.99, with RTX Full-Face Tour Rack wedges MAP at $179.99. Tour Satin Lofts are 50-60-and 64 degrees. But the Tour Rack comes in 56-60 and 64 degree lofts. More information at ClevelandGolf.com.

TICKET REGISTRATION is now open through June 21st, to attend the playing of the 2022 Masters Tournament. But you will need to fill out an application. Prices vary for different days. See the Masters website for more information.

THE MISTWOOD GOLF CLUB in Romeoville is now taking registration for the annual Stars & Stripes Tournament.

THE MISTWOOD GOLF CLUB on Renwick Road in Romeoville, ha started registration for the annual Stars and Stripes Tournament on July 4th.

Stars and Stripes is in it’s 23rd year, and is a shotgun start at 7 Am. The format is 6-holes. But with three different formats.

So for more details, please call Mistwood at (815)-254-3333. For more information visit Mistwoodgc.com.

GOLF 360 is back starting tonight June 6th.

GOLF 360 is back starting tonight June 6th, on NBC Sports Chicago.

The show is hosted by former Chicago Bears long-snapper Patrick Mannelly.

BUT IF YOU miss tonight’s show, visit their website for a schedule of replays. At www://linksvideo.com/Golf360TV.

Some of the current segments include features from Boyne Golf, and the other Michigan Golf courses. But if your in the market for a new driver, watch the segment on all the new drivers found at the local PGA Tour stores. Golf 360 TV tonight at 6:30 PM on NBC Sports Chicago.

E-Z-GO has announced the addition of the new 4-Seat Liberty Golf Cart line. So iff your in need of a 4-seat cart to drive on the course, or through your golf community. You should see the new Liberty Model. Because it’s a comfortable ride with more storage space. EZGO.com for more information.

Welcome to Cog Hill, 4 courses and now a driving range running under the lights. Coghillgolf.com

AT COG HILL…

JUNE 11th is the Titliest fitting day from 12-4 PM. Fee is $75.00. But you will receive a dozen Titleist golf balls.

JUNE 12th from 10 Am to 2 Pm will be the TaylorMade fitting day on the Cog Hill range.

Cost is $75.00. But you do receive a dozen TaylorMade golf balls.

June 18th starting at 6 Pm is the Stogie’s and Scotch 2-Man scramble. So For information on all these events please visit Coghillgolf.com or call Cog Hill at (866)-254-4455.

Women’s Golf Day founder Elisa Gaudet in the Jack Nicklaus booth at the 2020 PGA Show.

JUNE 1st was Women’s Golf Day.

This year Women’s Golf Day grew it’s numbers to record levels.

Women’s Golf Day founder Elisa Gaudet traveled around the country on June 1st to be a part of festivities.

Social media numbers topped 87 million impressions, over various forms of social media.

Facilities taking part around the world numbered over 1,000. So for more information see Womensgolfday.com.

THE CDGA SENIOR AMATEUR tee’s off tomorrow at the Merit Club in Libertyville. A field of 75 players aged 55 and older, will play 18 holes of stroke play, and then the top 16 players will advance to match play. Because the championship was not held in 2020 because of the pandemic. Tim Sheppard is still the defending champion, and is back in the field along with players like Joel Hirsch (2006 champion) and Dave Ryan (2015 champion). Follow the results at CDGA.org.

BGT BREAKTHROUGH Golf Technology has introduced a new preferred putter model shaft, The Stability Polar 2, built based on Stability Black. Polar 2 will sell for $299.99, and will be available on June 15th. But for more information please visit online Breakthroughgolftech.com.

Gloves by Oak Brook based Zero Friction.

ARE YOU SEARCHING for the perfect Fathers Day Gift. Because if you are we have ideas for you.

Because Dad’s day is only 2 weeks away, and if your dad, who is your favorite golfer is in need of golf gifts.

So here are a few suggestions.

SHOES… how about a new pair of golf shoes from either New Balance or Callaway Golf. So see each companies website to see all the options on these well priced shoes.

GOLF GLOVES the full line of gloves from Zero Friction, now includes the copper inserts. So visit ZeroFriction.com for details, on gloves, golf balls, tees, and range finders.

SENTRY WORLD in STEVENS POINT Wisconsin home of the 2023 U.S. Senior Open, will open it’s new Inn for overnight rooms starting on July 30th. But for reservations and tee times visit Sentryworld.com.

Photo’s of some products and more, can be seen on Rory Spears Facebook page, or on Twitter Rory Spears @GogBlogGuy.

The Gog Blog Speaks Out returns tomorrow. RS

ED STEVENSON DIRECTOR OF GOLF at DuPage Golf is settling into the brand new clubhouse at the Preserve at Oak Meadows in Addison. Whether it’s at the bar or in the pro shop you will enjoy one of Chicagoland’s top new golf facilities. The clubhouse will be opening soon. So stay tuned to DupageGolf.com for all the details, the golf course is already open. DuPage FPD Golf courses Maple Meadows & Green Meadows are open. ______________________________________________________________________

THE BATHS at Blackwolf Run

THE GOG BLOG by RORY SPEARS, Director of Content and Creation for Golfers on Golf. Follow Rory on Twitter @GogBlogGuy, connect with Rory on Facebook/Linkedin or Instagram.

YOUR BATH IS WAITING !

Courtesy of Herb Kohler and all the good people in Kohler, and at Blackwolf Run, part of Destination Kohler and it’s properties.

THE BATHS are a 10-hole par 3 course, that is now open. It was built in a 22 acre stretch between holes 2 and 11 on the Meadow Valleys golf course. But there is more than just par 3 holes. Because there is one very unique 18 hole putting course for golfers to enjoy.

The good news is that everyone can play or putt. All day if you want. Because playing the first new golf venture at Kohler in 20 years, can be put into part of any golf package. But if your not playing any of the other golf courses, you can just play it all day long for $75.00. The even more enjoyable thing, is that you can play in a swimsuit, flipflops or sandals.

Kohler Executive Chairman herb Kohler delivers his opening remarking at the new “Baths Course”.

Because of the passing of long time golf architect Pete Dye, Kohler company Executive Chairman Herb V. Kohler Jr., selected Dye’s longtime right hand man of 38 years, Chris Lutzke to create the first Kohler golf course, not designed by Dye.

Lutzke started with dye in 1985, while working on the original layout of Blackwolf Run. One year later the course was split into two courses, and the River Course and the Meadow Valley Courses were built.

Chris Lutzke-Herb Kohler and Kohler VP of Golf Dirk Willis.

Lutzke says the Kohler has selected the course name before he even started on the project. But the thing that challenged Lutzke. Was to create something that not only Kohler, but that Dye would be proud of.

Vice President of Golf for Kohler dirk Willis, says that,” Kohler gives a lot back to golf, but needed a facility for everyone, and place to grow the game, ‘The Baths’ are just that..

CLICK here to hear the opening comments by Dirk Willis and Herb Kohler, with a follow up on course information by Willis.

THE FIRST HOLE on The Baths (L) and the new Baths 18 hole putting course on the right. Both courses sit by the 125 year old cabin moved to Blackwolf Run from Northern Michigan and rebuilt.

CLICK HERE to hear the interview with architect Chris Lutzke on the design of ‘The Baths’ and on his time with Pete Dye.

For more information on “The Baths” see DesitnationKohler.com/golf. Kohler’s Director of Golf Michael O’Reilly joins Golfers on Golf radio at 4:30 on Saturday. Tune In.

THE FIRST HOLE at The Baths Course at Blackwolf Run in Kohler Wisconsin. (L) The team of architect Chris Lutzke-Herb Kohler and Kohler VP of Golf Dirk Willis. See more about the Baths 10-hole par 3 course, or the putting course at DestinationKohler.com      _____________________________________________________________________

RORY SPEARS (L) and ED STEVENSON host today’s edition of Golfers on Golf Radio on WCPT AM 820 at 4 pm.

GOLFERS ON GOLF RADIO WEEK 8

YES IT’S time for another edition of Golfers on Golf Radio, with this weeks edition hosted by Ed Stevenson and Rory Spears.

Our tee time is 4 PM (for now) on Saturday’s at WCPT AM 820.

But more good news for golfers is that, you can also hear the show on WCPT820.com. But if you want to watch see us live on the WCPT 820 Facebook page. From your phone hear us live on the Tune-In Radio APP-search WCPT820. But if you miss the show and need a mulligan, check out Soundcloud.com/ChicagosprogressiveTalk and scroll to down to the show’s podcast.

The pro shop at Klein Creek Golf Club

THIS WEEK’S first guest is the new General Manager and Director of Golf at the Klein Creek Golf Club in Winfield.

Klein Creek is much improved both on and off the golf course in recent years.  Because a local resident bought the course in 2019, and has made a great investment in bringing up the level of the entire facility.

Brian will join us about 4:10.

But then at the bottom of the hour. We talk more about ‘The Baths’ 10-hole par 3 course at Blackwolf Run in Kohler Wisconsin.

So join us to hear part of Herb Kohler’s opening remarks. With more from Kohler VP of Golf Dirk Willis on how the new course came together, and how you can play it. Ed and Rory will discuss the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village, and this weeks U.S. Women’s Open.

Join us on the tee at 4 PM and Thanks for listening. Ed and Rory.

THE NEW 1ST TEE starter stand & the new Bag Stand at the preserve at Oak Meadows are up and ready for your arrival. But if need more, just wait until you see the new clubhouse opening soon. For the news on the grand opening see DuPageGolf.com _____________________________________________________________________

RORY SPEARS (L) and LEN ZIEHM (R) bring you Ziehm & Spears the podcast series. From the PGA Village studios.

ZIEHM & SPEARS are back.

The Ziehm and Spears Podcast series 2021-Volume 18 is here with all the latest golf news in Chicago and beyond.

This week Len and Rory have the final wrap up on the Evans Scholars Invitational (ESI), and the Fighting Illini and their run to the elite 8 of the Men’s NCAA Golf championships.

What’s new on the U.S. Open fronts, both the men and the women. The LPGA scene, a new commissioner, a match play 3rd place forfeit. Is Phil Mickelson back on the Ryder Cup team?

All this and more at Ziehm & Spears.

CLICK HERE to hear Ziehm and Spears Podcast Series 2021-Volume 18.

Thanks for listening-Len and Rory. Volume 19 is back next week.

THE PRESERVE AT OAK MEADOWS CLUBHOUSE is getting close to opening. So for all the details see DuPageGolf.com The golf course is open for play, so make a tee time ______________________________________________________________________

THE GOG BLOG by RORY SPEARS, Director of Content and Creation for Golfers on Golf. Follow Rory on Twitter @GogBlogGuy or connect-LinkedIn/Instagram/Facebook

BIOLYTE a safe and healthy energy drink.

A NEW healthy drink, that is more than a blast of sugar.

“Golfers oftentimes forget how easy it is to become dehydrated while playing,” said Dr. Luther Rollins, a Board Certified Anesthesiologist and Pain Specialist who practices in Atlanta who created BIOLYTE. “Being on the golf course 4-5 hours can significantly decrease your electrolyte levels, which can lead to fatigue, nausea, and sluggishness, BIOLYTE is a perfect solution for preventing these symptoms of dehydration, and providing golfers with natural energy to remain energized throughout their entire round.”

So what BIOLYTE does is provide an IV in a bottle, and provides what an IV rehydration therapy offers.

Because what one bottle of BIOLYTE offers, is what you get when you drink 7 1/2 bottles of current major sports drinks. Sugar is at only 10 grams, and has only calories.

PRODUCT REVIEW BY RORY SPEARS.

I have tasted all three flavors, Citrus, Tropical and Berry.

FIRST UP all three flavors are good, and made me feel better after being out in the heat playing golf. Because what I did was have some BIOLYTE before playing, and the other half of the bottle after finishing my round and coming home.

IF YOUR LOOKING for a bottle of sugar boost, BIOLYTE is not for you. The first bottle I tried was Citrus. Citrus does have a mixed fruit aroma to it. But of the three flavors, good I though Citrus had a small amount of salty after taste, but was still good.

TROPICAL DOES smell like a few different types of sun-tan lotions I’ve noticed by pools and a few beaches. But don’t let that fool you. Because the taste is good and you will feel the results after a warm day on the course. So if your day is golf, or working out in the gym to look better, or help the physical side of your golf game. Tropical will bring a smell much better than any sweaty gym.

BERRY WAS my favorite flavor. The smell is great, and so is the taste. I did not notice any salty after-taste with the bottle of Berry. But no matter which flavor I tried, all three of them are good tasting and the effects are good ones that you feel after drinking a bottle of BIOLYTE.

BIOLYTE should be consumed cold. But if there a downside, BIOLYTE is found mostly at Kroger and Publix stores. Stores not found in the Chicago area. But you can order BIOLYTE through Amazon. Which is something I will now be doing. I recommend BIOLYTE, especially to golfers who play on hot days, and or live in hot climates. For more information please visit DrinkBiolyte.com.

  FOUNDER OF WOMEN’S GOLF DAY ELISA GAUDET-ladies are you taking part in Women’s Golf Day today. Visit Womensgolfday.com to find a golf course near you.          ______________________________________________________________________

THE GOG BLOG by RORY SPEARS, Director of Content and Creation for Golfers on Golf. Follow Rory on Twitter @GogBlogGuy or on Facebook/LinkedIn and Instagram.

The Men’s NCAA National Championships at Gray Hawk Golf Club in Scottsdale Arizona.

IT’S OVER

THE ILLINI MEN are headed home after another great season in NCAA men’s golf.

But they left it all out on the golf course, and fought hard against the higher seeded Oklahoma Sooners. The Sooners entered the NCAA national championships as the #1 team in the country.

So how good was the OU & U of I match, the closest of the morning. Oklahoma Coach Ryan Hybl knew it would take everything his team had to beat Illinois. So Hybl brought out his lucky sweater vest that he wore at Rich Harvest Farms in 2017, when the Sooners beat Illinois in the semi-finals, and went on to win the national championship.

THE ILLINI had a chance to win. They lost the 5 match quarterfinal 3-2. Adrien Dumont de Chassart ended up taking command of his match early, and winning 8 & 6. Senior Michael Feagles the Scottsdale native rallied to win his match 4 & 3.

BUT ILLINOIS could not get even a 1/2 point in the other three matches. All 3 players Tommy Kuhl, Jerry Ji and Giovano Tadiotto all were defeated on the 17th hole. Tadiotto a senior had a 3 Up lead after 7 holes, only to see his opponent birdie six of the next 8 holes to come back and take a 3 Up lead that Giovani could never catch up from.

JI had two great comebacks. 3 Dn, Ji pulled within 1 Dn. But then trailed again 3 Dn. But Ji rallied to even the match at the 15th hole. Then Ji’s tee shot on 16, found the bushes and he had to chip out, that cost him the hole, and then a tee shot left short of the par 3 17th, ended up costing him the match.

CLICK HERE to hear the match press conference by Illinois coach Mike Small.

SO THAT LEFT Tommy Kuhl, who had an early lead, and then some late birdies putts to get back into the match. But Kuhl could not convert them.

SEMI FINAL Matches are Pepperdine vs Oklahoma State and Oklahoma vs Arizona State. The national championship will be tomorrow, and televised on The Golf Channel.

THE EVANS SCHOLARS INVITATIONAL wraps up at the Glen Club. Dupagegolf.com is getting ready to open the new Preserve at Oak Meadows Clubhouse. Stay tuned for details on opening day. But don’t forget to visit Maple Meadows and Green Meadows.    _____________________________________________________________________

RORY SPEARS at WCPT Am 820-Home of Golfers on Golf Radio

HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY to those serving our country and to those who have. Thank You for keeping us safe, and for your service.

WHAT AN AMAZING last four days at the Evans Scholars Invitational (ESI) at The Glen Club in Glen View.

First up congratulations to winner Cameron Young, 18 under par at the Glen Club is some pretty good golf.

TO OUR LOCAL PLAYERS you stepped up in front of the home fans, and played great. Northbrook’s Nick Hardy set the tone with a 7 under par 64 in Round 1. So it’s too bad Hardy ended up at 8 under par for the tournament, when it was all done.

HIGHWOOD’S PATRICK FLAVIN was outstanding. A bogey free weekend in front of many supporters, earned him a spot in the Korn Ferry Tour field this week in North Carolina. Here’s hoping Flavin earns enough points to play weekly on the tour for the rest of the season.

Vince India, Andy Pope and Brad Hopfinger all made the cut, and India spent most of the 4 Rounds in the top 10.

IN THE END both Hardy and Flavin ended up T-5 and made just shy of $21,000 for the week. I spoke with both Hardy and Flavin at the end of the championship.

CLICK HERE to hear the interviews with Nick Hardy and Patrick Flavin.

Cameron Young holds the winners plate of the Evans Scholars Invitational (ESI)

WRAPPING UP the week, it was great to have live golf in town. The Glen Club was in great shape, and players enjoyed that. Anyone playing The Glen Club today should enjoy their round.

The turn out was great by people following our local players. Because both Hardy and Flavin had good galleries, with ‘Hardy’s Army’ having maybe just over 300 on Sunday. Another 100+ were following Flavin.

When the galleries reached 18 for both players, combined with the people already around the 18th green. There were a fair amount of people there to greet the final groups as they putted out. But considering the weather over the last few days, and both baseball teams in town with games they should and mostly did win. With capacities being bumped up to 60%, the galleries were pretty good. So hopefully next year there will be even more people at The Glen Club for the ESI. Kudo’s to Illini Alum Luke Guthrie who ended a 23 tournament missed cut streak at the ESI.

THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS has made the first cut at the NCAA Nationals, and now there are only 15 schools left fighting for the title. Should Illinois survive today, they will be in the match play, for the final 8 schools. GO ILLINOIS.

MOLLIE MARCOUX SAMAAN is the new commissioner of the LPGA. Samaan has some big shoes to fill, replacing Michael Whan who left for the USGA. Samaan joins the LPGA from Princeton University, where the universities sports teams had a great run during her time there. But can she grow the LPGA, draw sponsors and increase purses.

But with colleges doing so much fund raising these days from student and alumni, maybe Samaan comes with ways to raise money. Time will tell if not having years of golf industry experience could hinder her. But I wish her the best in taking the LPGA to the next level, wherever that might be.

TV RATINGS, was it Phil Mickelson or the oceanside location of the Ocean Course at Kiawah Island in South Carolina. The final round of the PGA Championship had 6.6 million viewers, while the Lakes-Suns game, the highest rated NBA playoff game of the day, had only 4.4 million viewers.

I’M LOOKING forward to being in Kolher on Thursday for the opening of the NEW Par 3 Baths course. Full details coming up later in the week. The Gog Blog returns all week long. RS

NICK HARDY is second-PATRICK FLAVIN is fourth headed to the final round of the Evans Scholars Invitational (ESI)-come cheer our local players today at The Glen Club.  ______________________________________________________________________

The Illinois Men’s Golf team is T-5 headed to Round 3 of the NCAA National Championships, today is a cut down day from 30 to 15 teams.

THINGS GOING WELL to this point on the golf course in Glenview, at The Glen Club in the Evans Scholars Invitational.

Because there are three local players in the top 10, heading into the final round.

But Northbrook’s Nick Hardy needs to make up 4 shots to get back into the lead.

HIGHWOOD’S Patrick Flavin is lurking in 4th place, and is 7 shots off the lead. Former Illinois Open Champion at The Glen Club Deerfield’s Vince India is tied for 9th. But is 9 shots back behind the leader Cameron Young, who won last weeks tournament in Kansas City.

Elisa Gaudet with a Women’s Golf Day hat, alongside of the Jack Nicklaus Play Yellow cap.

COMING OFF A SUCCESFUL day at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) where Women’s Golf Day founder Elisa Gaudet, range the bell to start the days trading this past week, Women’s Golf Day is ready for it’s biggest day.

Because this Tuesday is Women’s Golf Day with live golf event around the world.

So did your club sign up for this years event? Ladies are you going out to play golf on Tuesday June 1st. Visit Womensgolfday.com to find a location nearest to you. Ladies it’s your day-Go Play.

Myrtle Beach is welcoming golfers back for the 38th annual World Amateur in Myrtle Beach.

OVER 2,700 GOLFERS are already signed up for the 38th Edition of the 2021 Myrtle Beach World Amateur.

So sign up quickly because spots are filling up quickly for the amateur, which will be played from August 30th through September 3rd.

The 72-hole stroke play event already has golfers from all 50 states, and 10 countries.

But there is even better news. Because this year the World’s Largest 19th hole will return. So sign up by June 3rd to receive a discount of $120.00 off the regular price. The World Amateur is open to golfers 17 years of age and older. The flights are broken down to both men and women and by age group. For details or to sign up see MyrtleBeachWorldAmateur.com.

MOLLIE MARCOUX SAMAAN the Director of Athletics at Princeton University has been named the new Commissioner of the LPGA Tour. Samaan replaces Michael Whan who is now with the USGA. More thoughts on Samaan when the Gog Blog Speaks Out tomorrow.

The putting studio at Club Champion in Willowbrook Illinois. Check out the Fathers Day Special.

FATHER’S DAY is coming up on June 20th. So are you ready?

Because if your not, it’s time to get the man that has everything, a gift card to club fitter Club Champion.

The Willowbrook Illinois based Club Champion, is the largest club fitter in the country. With more locations that any other club fitting chain in America.

So right now through June 20th, if you buy dad a $150.00 gift card or more. Dad get’s $75.00 off his Club Champion equipment purchase. But even better news is that you can purchase a gift card online at http://bit.ly/CCFathersDay21. But to learn more about Club Champion see ClubchampionGolf.com.

ILLINOIS HAS FOUR earn PING All-Midwest Region Honors. With the men’s team at the NCAA national championships, Illinois golfer received more good news. Because four players earned awards. Adrien Dumont de Chassart, Michael Feagles, Jerry Ji, and Giovanni Tadiotto. This is the 13th consecutive year Illinois has had at least two players on the list.

GISLE SOLHAUG has published a new book-Now Available- called How to Match Your Golf Clubs, and Develop a Single Swing Rather than 13. Solhaug has created BioMatch, a scientific solution to the issue of matching golf clubs, and how club fitters can put 13 clubs in your bag, where the same swing works for all clubs. For more details or to purchase the eBook for $7.00 or the printed version for just $19.99 at Amazon.com.

THE MISTWOOD GOLF CLUB VIDEO SERIES continues with even more instruction from it’s pro staff. So are you on the Mistwood Email list, when you get added to the list, you will receive notices when the video’s come out. Learn more at MistwoodGC.com

The new Cradle Crossing on the Par 3 Cradle Course at Pinehurst.

THE CRADLE GETS BETTER.

So you thought Gil Hanse’s par-3 course at the Pinehurst Resort could not get any better.

But it has. Now underway is the building of the “Cradle Crossing” that serves as both a bar, and has restrooms. So that golfers enjoying a few laps around the course, now can stay longer without having to leave. One green fee gets you all day play. More information at Pinehurst.com plus through tomorrow is the 25% off online Memorial Day sale. Pinehurst, where it’s always a beautiful day.

UNTUCKit with comfort and style

UNTUCKit’s

So are you in need of some comfort in that polo style shirt of yours.

How about one that will breathe on the hot sticky summer days that are ahead of us.

Because if that’s the look, feel and comfort you need, then UNTUCKit’s are right for you.

But there is even better news. UNTUCKit’s are not over priced. If your tired of paying up near a hundred dollars or more for a polo styled shirt, then here are shirt’s priced in the $60 to $70 range.

Don’t forget fathers Day is right around the corner. See UNTICKIT.com

SUN MOUNTAIN Cirque Rainwear. Jacket $299.99

SUN MOUNTAIN CIRQUE is the company’s top-of-the-line rain gear/outerwear.

Plus it’s the companies most breathable waterproof rain suit to date.

CIRQUE is lightweight-water proof, quiet and breathable because of the three-layer design.

The Four-way stretch fabric makes this rain suit very playable, giving the golfer easy mobility to swing the golf club.

This Cirque line is available in a Men’s Full-Zip Jacket at $299.99 and Pants at $259.99. Colors include Black or Navy Blue. Sizes from Small to XXXL. For information on local retailers call (800)-227-9224 or visit Sunmountain.com.

THE GOG BLOG SPEAKS OUT is back tomorrow. RS

THE NCAA MEN’S NATIONAL GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS are underway in Scottsdale Arizona. The Fighting Illini are there for a 13th straight time. Cheer on the Big Ten’s only representative at nationals. THE NEW CLUBHOUSE at the Preserve at Oak Meadows is getting ready to open (probably in June). Follow all the details at DupageGolf.com.      _____________________________________________________________________

Rory Spears (L) and Ed Stevenson (R) are half the foursome that hosts Golfers on Golf Radio on Saturday afternoons on WCPT AM 820 with a tee time for now at 4 Pm. So listen in, or check us out on Facebook for viewing, or listen online or the APP, get a mulligan by checking out Soundcloud.com.

WEEK 7 is here for Golfers on Golf Radio, with it’s tee-time for now at 4 Pm on WCPT AM 820-Chicago.

This week Rory Spears, Bill Berger, and Len Ziehm are your hosts, and Ed Stevenson has the week off.

Len Ziehm joins us for the last 50 minutes this week. Because we need the Illinois Golf Hall of Fame Inductee to break down this years IGHOF Class of 2021.

Topics this week will include the Evans Scholars Invitational (ESI) of the Korn Ferry Tour, being played at The Glen Club in Glenview. There is free admission, check the ESI website for details.

But as for the show. Hear us live on Am 820 WCPT, listen live on line. But you can watch us in studio on WCPT AM 820 Facebook page. You can use your phone to check us out on the Tune-IN Radio APP just search WCPT AM 820. So if you need a Mulligan, check us out on the cloud. SoundCloud.com/ChicagosProgressiveTalk.

In addition to Len our other guest is Flossmoor Golf Club member Greg Ohlendorf, who will talk about his new book. Ohlendorf has played every Top 100 course around the world and on several publications lists.

You will also hear from Illinois Men’s coach Mike Small, and Illini Senior Michael Feagles. From the ESI, hear from local players Nick Hardy, Andy Pope, Vince India, and Patrick Flavin.

So join us at 4 PM on WCPT AM 820. Thanks for listening-from Chicago’s Favorite Foursome.

THE NEW CLUBHOUSE at The Preserve at Oak Meadows-Opening Soon. Follow the lead up to the grand opening right here, or at DupageGolf.com. Play Maple Meadows & and the 9-Hole Green Meadows course. The Preserve is already open for golf season.  _____________________________________________________________________

  THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS is competing in it’s 13th straight NCAA Men’s National Championships, with 29 other schools at the Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale.

The NCAA national championships are underway, and after Round 1, Illinois sits in a tie for 10th place. But not far off the lead are the Illini, with many teams in the field bunched up. Illinois is at +7, with Texas Tech the leaders at 4 under par.

Jerry Ji  at even par (70), had the low score for the Illini. The Raptor Course normally has a par of 72. But that has been reduced to 70 for the championship and is playing at 7,289 yards.

The championship is played on the following schedule: Friday May 28th Round 1. Saturday May 29th Round 2. Sunday May 30th Round 3. But at this point the field will be cut to the low 15 teams, who will advance to Round 4.

Round 4 is Monday May 31st, then the field will be cut to 8 teams who advance to match play. Quarterfinals and Semifinals will be played on Tuesday June 1st, and there will be live coverage on The Golf Channel. The championship match will be played Wednesday June 2nd and televised on The Golf Channel.

CLICK HERE to hear interviews with Illinois Coach Mike Small, players Tommy Kuhl and Senior and Scottsdale native Michael Feagles. Feagles had an opening round of 72 (+2).

Illinois is the only Big Ten school that advanced to the national championships. But Purdue senior Cole Bradley advanced to nationals as an individual, by winning the Indiana regional championship. Bradley is the son of Purdue head coach Rob Bradley. After day 1 Bradley is the individual leader, at 4 under par.

But while Illinois is making it’s 13th straight appearance at nationals, it has never won a national title. The best finish for Illinois was second place, when they lost to Alabama.