IN THE DOME OR IN THE SIMULATOR- Chicago’s Golf season doesn’t end. Tee it up in the Mistwood Golf Dome on Rt. 53 in Bolingbrook, See Mistwoodgolfdome.com or call the dome at (630)-739-7600. McWethy’s Sportsbar is open for indoor dining. THE SCHAUMBURG GOLF CLUB has it’s simulators open. You can play all 27 renovated holes of the Schaumburg Golf Club, along with some other great courses. Call the pro shop at (847)-885-9000 or visit Schaumburggolf.com to reserve your simulator tee time. ______________________________________________________________________

THE FARMERS INSURANCE OPEN is headed into the final round today. So check it out on CBS.

Local players such as Doug Ghim of Arlington Hts., and Kevin Streelman of Winfield are in the field, and made the cut. Hopefully CBS will give them a few seconds of air time.

BUT FROM OUR LOCAL SCENE there was more this week.

Northbrook native Nick Hardy went to the Monday 4-Spot qualifier, and missed out. Highwood native Patrick Flavin actually made it into a 5 for 2 playoff at 2 under par. Due to weather the playoff was held on Tuesday. Flavin drove 45 minutes from the course to a friends parents home who put him up for the night. Then 45 minutes back to the golf course on Tuesday morning. But unfortunately he did not advance into this weeks field at the Farmers.

So do you have plans for Super Sunday yet ?

Because if you don’t, why not mix a little golf in pre-game.

Work on your golf game and then stick around McWethy’s Sports Bar in Bolingbrook on Rt. 53. You can call the dome at (630)-739-7600 and reserve your spot, as indoor dining is back. You can enjoy food specials during the game, including 25% off on some items, as McWethy’s honor’s the combined total regular season wins that the Chiefs and the Buccaneers had. So visit McwethysSportsBar.com for more information.

SO ARE YOU READY for a Callaway Tour fitting experience ?

Because now you can get one on February 9th from 12-4 PM at the Mistwood Golf Dome on Rt. 53 in Bolingbrook. But you must register in advance.

Cost is only $60.00 and by registering online you do receive a dozen Callaway Chrome Soft golf balls.

But space is limited and you must register for this event online.

So learn more at Mistwoodgolfdome.com or call the dome at (630)-739-7600. Now is the time to put some new clubs in your bag for 2021.

THE FIRST TEE of Greater Chicago has broken ground on a new facility, in conjunction with the Chicago Park District at Waveland Park. Just east of Wrigley Field on Chicago’s lakefront.

This new facility will be part of the Sydney R. Marovitz Golf Course.

“The Waveland Clubhouse proves the positive and powerful impact of the long-time partnership between the First Tee-Greater Chicago, our city and the Chicago Park District,” said Mayor Lori Lightfoot. “This investment in one of our under-utilized park facilities will enrich the lives of young people and give them the real-world skills to become responsible adults, civically-engaged citizens and leaders within the community they call home. I look forward to working with the First Tee-Greater Chicago to bring the Waveland location to life and continue helping our youth build the confidence and resilience they need to find their selves.”

Phase 1 of the project has Greater Chicago is transforming a 1,250 square foot portion of the Waveland Clubhouse into a welcome area, complete with a learning center, lounge and simulator. This phase should open this spring. Phase 2 is an outdoor area, that includes room for putting, full-swing and short game practice. But it will not be ready until 2022. This phase includes input from PGA Tour player Luke Donald, and golf architects Bob Lohmann and Todd Quitno.

Cubs outfielder Ian Happ is serving as an ambassador for the First Tee of GC. GC CEO Lea Jesse said,” we are thrilled to be reaching this historic milestone and breaking ground on this new facility.” So for more details see theFirstteeofgreaterchicago.org.

THE HARBORSIDE INTERNATIONAL practice facility has been awarded a Top 50 Public Range, by the Golf Range Association of America. The (GRAA).

Harborside managed by KemperSports Management, has now been honored with this award for the 7th straight year.

“We are proud to offer one of the premier driving ranges and practice facilities in the Chicagoland area,” said Brian Dutler, General Manager. “This award recognizes our commitment to growing the game of golf and providing our customers the opportunity to enjoy the game and achieve their game improvement goals.” The 57-acre facility offers golfer multiple options to practice their game. See HarborsideGolf.com for more information.

CHAD JOHANSEN has announced his latest series of webinars, that will be on his website ChadJohansen.com.

So you can hear more from all the major equipment companies, just by clicking-in online.

Because now is the time to decide what equipment will be in your bag in 2021.

But there is more good news from Johansen. Sign up starts tomorrow, Feb. 1st for the summer junior golf camps. Because these camps sell out quickly, it’s recommended to sign up as soon as possible. So visit Chadjohansen.com or BlackberryOaks.com. (630)-553-7170.

THE NEW PRO-V1 and PRO-V1x golf balls are now in stock at your pro shop or local golf retail store. See TitleistGolf.com.

VOLVIK GOLF is now looking for independent sales representatives to sell it’s product line.

Applicants must not be selling any competing golf product lines.

You will be working on a commission basis only.

As the No. 1 color golf ball manufacturer, Volvik is expanding it’s sales force to meet a robust customer demand,” said Wes Whittingham VP-Sales for Volvik.

To apply send a letter of introduction and a resume to Sales@Volvik.com.

Tinley Park based Bettinardi Putters has announced that, two-time European Tour winner  Sam Horsfield has joined the Bettinardi team.

Currently at Bettinardi’s website, or if your on the Bettinardi’s email list. You can see the video  that was made of Horsfield’s recent visit to the Bettinardi studio’s.

During the video Horsfield explains his history with Bettinardi, and why he has been using their putters for years.

But if you visit Bettinardi.com you can see the new hats, putter covers, and towels. While you are there, see the new additions to the Bettinardi line of putters.

TITLEIST GOLF has announced a new series of carry golf bags, on sale tomorrow Feb. 1, prices do vary. Categories are the Stand and the Hybrid. Models include the Players 4 Plus StaDry, Players 4 StaDry, Players 4 Plus and Players 4. Hybrid models include the Hybrid 14 and the Hybrid 5. Learn more all of the Titleist golf bags at Titleist.com/golf-gear/golf-bags.

THE GOG BLOG returns tomorrow. RS