THE SHACK INDOOR GOLF CLUB at 1717 Chestnut in Glenview has made golf season a year-round sport. Four new simulators and a putting green are now open at the Shack. So come join Arnie at the bar for some great food and drinks. Owner Nick Larkin (R) will save a chair for you. Visit TheShackgolfclub.com or call (847)-904-2905
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LAB Golf DF3-CPO Golf.
SO ARE YOU READY!
LAB GOLF PUTTERS in the Gold.
There are not many to choose from.
In fact there have only been 10 of these made. So act quickly if you want one.
They will go quickly and they will sell out, even at $2,000.00 per putter. DF3 honored on the Gold List By Golf Digest, Best Mallet putter of 2024.
LABGolf.com plus don’t forget that LAB Rat gear is here. So act now at LABGolf.com.
TITLEIST is offering team Titleist members a personal tour of Ball Plant 3 in New Bedford CT., can go in person, watch the video online at Titleist.com.
AFTER THE RECOUNT-Fighting Illini junior Jackson Buchanan has been named Big Ten Men’s Golfer of the Year. Buchanan becomes the 15th Illini golfer to win the honor. “I am so happy for Jackson to be recognized as Big Ten Golfers of the Year,” head coach Mike Small said. “Jackson has had a very successful and consistent season. His record speaks for itself. As his coach it’s great his dedication and play recognized by the conference.”
Buchanan has had two victories, and is the Big Ten’s top rated golfer in the individual NCAA Division 1 ratings. Buchanan will share the award with Purdue’s Herman Sekne, who was announced as the initial winner, before there was an update because of an incorrect ballot submission.
TRU linkswear LUX G golf shoe.
FATHERS DAY will be here before long. So does Dad need a new pair of golf shoes.
Because if he does, why not think about a pair of the comfortable LUX G golf shoes.
Colors range from Black, Blue, White and Gray. Throw in a 2-year waterproof guarantee, and dad is on his way to a round of golf in comfort.
So learn more about the shoes at http:/Trulinkswear.com.
THE SHANGRI-LA Resort in Oklahoma has added military equipment alongside of it’s Battlefield Par-3 course that opened in 2023. So play the game and take the historic tour. Details at Shangrilaok.com.
Club Champion continues to expand, with Five new markets being added this quarter.
CLUB CHAMPION GETS BIGGER.
Because during the second quarter of 2024, Willowbrook IL. based Club Champion the nation’s largest club fitter, will get even bigger.
Five new outlets will open bringing the store count to it’s expected total of 140 by years end.
Opening now are fitting locations in Mequon WI., Hanover MA., Lake St. Louis, MO., and Pembroke Pines FL., with the current Houston Texas location, moving to a bigger location. Which shows the demand for fitting in that market.
“It’s hard to keep up and that’s a good thing,” said Nick Sherburne, company founder and EVP of Operations. “Every week, it seems, we announce a new store or bring new fitters into the fold. It’s a testament to the sports ability to thrive in any environment.”
Since 2010, Club Champion has incorporated components from more that 65 brands. Club Champion delivers Tour-level fitting that produces longer and more accurate shots.
“It’s a gift and a challenge to be part of such rapid expansion,” said Cassandra Busch, Director of Marketing for Club Champion. “It means we’re reaching new golfers all the time but it also means we have to stay on our toes and continue to innovate.”
EARLIER THIS YEAR Club Champion opened stores in Albany NY., Coral Springs FL., Perrysburg OH., Chandler AZ..
So now for a limited time, the new stores will offer fitting specials in conjunction with a club or clubs purchase. So learn more details by calling (888)-340-7820.
EDISON WEDGES has launched a new website at Edisonwedges.com.
PINE MEADOW GOLF CLUB in Mundelein is offering a price reduction on Titleist TSR Clubs, call Pine Meadow at (847)-566-4653 (GOLF) for more information. Veterans Play Day is Wednesday July 18th. The 8am shotgun is limited to the first 100 veterans that sign up. Pine Meadow is now a Scotty Cameron putter demo location. The only one north of I-90. But you must sign up in advance with GM-Head Professional Dennis Johnsen, by calling the number above. The senior scramble is Monday May 20th, spots still available.
CABOT CAPE BRETON in Nova Scotia Canada-They are back and open for the 2024 season with improvements. See CabotCapeBreton.com
The flag on the 18th green of Pinehurst #2.
So it’s not just Play where the Pro’s Play.
IT’S PLAY LIKE THE PRO’S PLAY, so right after the U.S. Open on Pinehurst #2, you can play the course with pin locations from the four rounds of the U.S. Open.
So to have this rare opportunity, one needs to sign up for the three night Donald Ross Package. Learn more by visiting Pinehurst.com.
WOMEN’S GOLF DAY is now Women’s Golf WEEK. So ladies find a location near you, and sign up to play and learn a little about the game of golf. See @womensgolfday because women’s golf-week is coming May 28-June 4th and #BringAFriend
OAKBROOK TERRACE BASED ZERO FRICTION has a variety of golf gifts for Mom, with Mothers Day coming up next Sunday. Golf balls, tees, ball markers, golf gloves and push or pull carts. See Zerofriction.com and look for the Mother’s day specials. ZERO FRICTION took first place in the ING Awards for ads with it’s Stride remote golf buggy.
MISTWOOD GOLF CLUB in Romeoville has a Mizuno Fitting day coming up this Wednesday May 8th, from 11 am to 3 pm. But you must sign up in advance, visit Mistwoodgc.com or call (815)-254-3333. THE CGXD-III camp at Mistwood is from June 18-19. Several Top college golf coaches will be there. The camp is limited to 48 players. Mistwoodgc.com or visit collegegolfX.com.
LATE COURSE OPENINGS Giants Ridge Resort in Minnesota-both courses now open. See GiantsRidge.com. SENTRY WORLD in Stevens Point Wisconsin, opening on May 31st for the season. Sentryworld.com
MONTANA BASED SUN MOUNTAIN SPORTS-earlier this year named Grant Knudson new company president and chief branding officer. Sunmountain.com.
THE BLACKBERRY OAKS GOLF COURSE in Bristol IL. will host it’s 4-player summer scramble on Saturday May 18th. So to sign up visit Blackberryoaks.com or call the Oaks at (630)-533-7173.
GOLFERS ON GOLF RADIO HOST LEN ZIEHM has posted a travel review story on golf in the Daytona Beach area of Florida. So read the recap at LenZiehmonGolf.com.
The Gog Blog returns tomorrow-RS.