THE SCHAUMBURG GOLF CLUB 401 North Roselle Road is open year round for golf. In the summer play Schaumburg outside, in the winter play the course indoors in the simulators. Chandlers Chophouse is open for food and beverage right upstairs. So book a tee time or get a lesson or club fitting at Schaumburggolf.com or call (847)-885-9000.

THE MISTWOOD GOLF DOME is open today Superbowl Sunday for golf and football watching. Bring the clubs and the appetite today for a full day or sports. Mistwood Golf Dome is the perfect place for a lesson or club fitting. So book a hitting bay online to try out Toptracer for a great practice session. Mistwoodgolfdome.com (630)-739-7600. The dome is located on Route 53 in Bolingbrook, and is open daily until 10 Pm. #McWethys

THE SUNDAY MORNING SHORT-GAME hopes that you enjoy Superbowl Sunday and will return next Sunday Feb. 19. The Gog Blog Speaks Out returns tomorrow on Monday Feb. 13. with an update on our winter golf trip that included 9 states and over 4,000 miles of driving.

on the porch at the Caledonia Golf and Fish Club on Pawley Island South Carolina.

The Gog Blog by Rory Spears, Director of Content and Creation for Golfers on Golf. Follow Rory on Twitter @GogBlogGuy or connect on LinkedIn and Facebook.

See you tomorrow-enjoy the game. RS

SCHAUMBURG GOLF CLUB at 401 North Roselle Road in Schaumburg, is open year round. Yes you can play the Schaumburg Golf Club on the three simulators in the clubhouse. But there are plenty Top 100 courses to pick from. Get a lesson, or be fitted for new clubs, the outdoor season is coming. Schaumburggolf.com or (847)-885-9000

THE MISTWOOD GOLF DOME is open daily until 10 Pm. Located on Rt. 53 in Bolingbrook. The dome is home to McWethy’s Sports Bar. Book a hitting bay online at Mistwoodgolfdome.com or call the dome at (630)-739-7600.

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

WHAT A difference a few weeks makes. The historic Carolina Hotel at Pinehurst has reopened after being closed for a nearly a month. The renovations continue in advance of the resort hosting the 2024 U.S. Open.

A new lighter brighter front entrance and lobby, greets guests as they arrive for their stay. Even the check-in counter has a new look, as do some of the seating area’s in the lobby and outside of the Carolina’s dining room (home of the best breakfast in golf).

Guests enjoy the new seating area’s in the lobby of the Carolina Hotel.

The Ryder Cup Room is still in a state or “Pardon our Dust” but should be open before long.

When you need your coffee, the coffee shop area has been redone and is now open.

But with growing popularity for outdoor relaxing, and dining. The new fire pits area outside the hotel is finished, much to the delete of visiting guests.

But while the hotel is open, not all of the rooms in the Carolina are finished. Because the sounds of a reimaging are on-going. But signs of improvement are everywhere, as the Carolina is still the historic hotel it has always been, but she’s showing guests a new smile that has been brought back to life.

The new firepits allow guests a place for outdoor relaxing, while enjoy food and beverages.

A few blocks away from the Carolina, sits the latest acquisition for the Pinehurst resort.

The Magnolia Inn which first opened in 1896, now gives its hotel guests a feel of a Bed & Breakfast.

But while there are only eight rooms, they give one the feeling of both the old, and new look of Pinehurst.

The rooms are named after the streets in downtown Pinehurst, and are located on the second and their floor. There are both regular rooms and a few suites to pick from, with the first floor being an upscale Italian restaurant. The food theme is Northern Italy, but sorry they do not serve pizza. However the wine list is quite extensive plus the Lasagna and bread with dipping oils are very good.

The Magnolia Inn in downtown Pinehurst.

The Magnolia might be a hotel and restaurant, but it looks more like a regular home.

A long history accompanies the Magnolia, that has been more than a home. It has served as a school, a hospital, a bed and breakfast (twice) and a personal home (twice).

Around the Magnolia is downtown Pinehurst, where guests can find places to eat, along with a variety of shops. Chicago area visitors might compare downtown Pinehurst to northern Chicago suburb of Long Grove.

The first floor dining area’s come complete with fire places, while the upstairs rooms have been refurnished. Mixing in a touch of both modern and classic style looks. In the restaurant area, diners will enjoy many great photo’s with history of golf in Pinehurst.

So while everything is not yet complete on the accommodations side of the resort, things are taking shape and everything will be ready when the U.S. Open arrives in June of 2024.

For more information on Pinehurst hotels, or book your golf play and stay. Visit Pinehurst.com

For more photo’s visit Rory Spears on Facebook and Twitter.

SCHAUMBURG GOLF CLUB 401 NORTH ROSELLER ROAD minutes from Woodfield Mall, has three simulators open all year round. So drop in and play the indoor version of the Schaumburg Golf Club. You can be fitted for clubs, or get a golf lesson. To book simulator time call (847)-885-9000 or visit SchaumburgGolf.com. MISTWOOD GOLF DOME is open for golf and home to McWethy’s Sports Bar, need a place for Sunday’s big game. Mistwood Golf Dome is located on Rt. 53 in Bolingbrook. Call or book online a hitting bay at Mistwoodgolfdome.com. (630)-739-7600 IT’s new club fitting season.

THE GOG BLOG by RORY SPEARS, Director of Content and Creation for Golfers on Golf. Follow Rory on Twitter @GogBlogGuy or connect on LinkedIn and Facebook. At Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach SC.

GRANDE DUNES IS BACK.

Because not only is the golf course open for play, it’s back in form after last years over four month renovation.

Architect John A. Harvey got the call to oversee the renovation project. Harvey worked under original architect Roger Rulewich who designed Grande Dunes that opened in 2001.

Grande Dunes is one of Myrtle Beaches top golf destinations. But while their is plenty of room for golf, there are now very nice homes around the golf course on most holes.

The renovation project has added some teeth to the golf course. But still helps the average amateur golfer enjoy their round, while having fun.

While the yardage tops off at 7,578 long enough for any tournament, their are six sets of tee’s. The front tee’s measure out to 5,353 yards, with four sets of tees playing over 6,000 yards. The black tees do measure to 7,183 if the back tees are too long for your game.

The Par 3 14th hole that can play 220 yards, is regarded the signature hole at Grande Dunes.

What was really needed from the renovation, was having the tee’s, bunkers and greens redone.

The greens had lost a third of their size over the years and have had over 40,000 square feet added to them, with fairways having grown by eight acres of grass.

Because the bunker conditions have been improved. It should be easier for most amateurs to get out them. But the improved drainage so keep the course playing faster and firmer.

Tom VanHoogen is Grande Dunes head golf professional.

Tom VanHoogen the clubs head golf professional, is as excited about all the improvements off the golf course, as he is the ones on the golf course.

Because not only did the golf course get a renovation. But the clubhouse did as well.

VanHoogen will tell you that golfers would only grab a hotdog and “hit the road” after a round of golf.

So now it’s not just a snack, but you can really get a full meal for lunch of dinner.

The 19th hole is Terrazza-19 and the full menu is a good one. But if you do want something a little more traditional, the Pimento cheeseburger is really good.

CLICK HERE to hear the full interview with Grande Dunes head golf professional Tom VanHoogen.

So if your headed down to Myrtle Beach, put Grande Dunes on your hit list. You never know who you might find there. During a recent visit, golfers found former PGA Touring professional who now works in television, Charlie Rymer on the new back porch taping a segment for the Today Show.

The par-3 11th hole at Grande Dunes can play up to 190 yards.

The outdoor dining area has heaters when needed. But in Myrtle Beach that is not too many months a year.

Practice area’s have been updated, so when you need to hit balls before a round, you will enjoy having some nice facilities to practice in. Don’t forget while you are there to visit the pro shop, with plenty of apparel and golf balls.

Grande Dunes is located not far inland from the ocean. So on any given day the wind conditions can change, testing golfers with new conditions.

So to book a round of golf at Grande Dunes, or you can call the course at 888-886-8877 or visit online Grandedunesgolf.com.

IT’S TIME TO VISIT THE THE SCHAUMBURG GOLF CLUB that’s open year round, with 3 simulator bays downstairs from the pro shop and Chandler’s Chop House. So come play many Top 100 courses, and the Schaumburg Golf Club in the simulator area. The club is located at 401 North Roselle Road in Schaumburg. Call (847)-885-9000.

The Gog Blog by Rory Spears, Director of Content and Creation for Golfers on Golf. Follow Rory on Twitter @GogBlogGuy AT THE Caledonia Golf and Fish Club on Pawley’s Island SC.

THE FINAL week of the winter golf trip is underway, as this afternoon I head back to the home of American Golf, the Pinehurst Resort.

Yes back where this trip started a couple of weeks ago. Where I will catch up on a few more things that have happened since I left town for Orlando and the PGA Show.

The Carolina Hotel has reopened, and I’m there tonight. Plus the Magnolia Hotel has opened from restoration since the purchase of the property by the resort. Should be exciting.

What I do know is that there is plenty going on in the world of golf, and this will make for an exciting year in the industry. I have been so busy stockpiling it all, I have not had much time to write. But that will change, as I’m back in the windy-city by Friday night.

Will someone please melt all the snow before I get home. I don’t need to see any.

But once I left Orlando it’s been great to visit several properties making changes and improvements. The Bonita Bay Club in Bonita Springs Florida, has redone it’s Cypress Course and it’s really good. The club is getting back to speed from last falls hurricane, but making progress.

AT INNISBROOK there are changes coming that will shake up the property. So I caught up with resort General Manager Mike Williams who broke it down for me. The Copperhead Clubhouse home of the Valspar Championship will be gutted. Packard’s steakhouse will be moved to the Island Clubhouse. There is a par-3 course coming and more. Stay tuned.

REYNOLD’S LAKE OCONEE I will look at the two Bob Cupp courses that launched the property years ago. But there are happenings on the land that a decade ago, was going to be the resorts 7th course by Pete Dye. Will the Fazio-National course now 27 holes, soon be 36.

MYRTLE BEACH I arrived after the Chinese Balloon was shot down, off the coast from my hotel. It was loud and quite a sight. I played the two Mike Strantz courses in the rain yesterday-True Blue and The Caledonia Golf and Fish Club. Strantz was a really good architect before passing away too early in life from cancer.

Cart Path Only is no fun, but the courses were. So this morning it’s off to see the renovation of Grande Dunes a Myrtle Beach favorite of many golfers. It’s now been open four months.

Then home and home-stay tuned for plenty of news in the weeks ahead. RS

MISTWOOD GOLF DOME is open daily until 10 PM, on Rt. 53 in Bolingbrook. Come practice with Toptracer, or get a club fitting from fitter Matt Carter (R). The dome is home to McWethy’s Sports Bar so enjoy golf, sports and food. See Mistwoodgolfdome.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 and Facebook.

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The Image Courtesy of the Impact Images/Kevin Allen. Innisbrook Resort GM Mike Williams, Innisbrook PR Ramona Herald, and Rory Spears Golfers on Golf. At the Rocks Bar-Hyatt Regency Orlando.

Writing from the Innisbrook Resort in Palm Harbor Florida.

THE PGA SHOW IS OVER but the golf season for 2023 has now started, and by all looks it should be a good one.

Because the PGA Show, it’s vendors plus attendance are way back up. So no it’s not back to pre-Covid numbers quite yet, but it’s getting there.

I would say it’s back to 85% of what it was. But that’s good in some ways, because while isles are busy, they are not over crowded.

I will have plenty of stories on the products from the show coming soon. There is still more from Pinehurst, and I am heading back there before getting home.

The Schaumburg Golf Club located at 401 North Roselle Road-has three simulators open daily. Play top 100 courses from the world, and enjoy great food from Chandlers Chophouse right upstairs. See Schaumburggolf.com or call (847)-885-9000 on how to book your simulator time.

I did stop at Cabot Citrus Farms in Brookville Florida, the former World Woods golf complex.

Cabot Citrus Farms will have many less trees than World Woods. There has been some changes on the teams of architects, but the project is in good hands with Kyle Franz and Mike Nuzzo leading the way. So stay tuned for more on Cabot Citrus Farms.

After the show the Gog Blog traveled to Bonita Springs and the Bonita Bay Club. The club is getting recovered from the last falls hurricane, and now has 72 of it’s 90 holes open for play.

Tom Marzoff’s (part of the Tom Fazio group) work on the Cypress Golf Course is nothing short of outstanding. The Cypress Course could be Augusta National if it had Pine trees instead of Palm trees.

IT WAS GREAT to get in a round with Golfers on Golf partner Len Ziehm at his Palm Aire club in Sarasota earlier today. The Champions Course at the club was recently renovated by Lake in the Hills (IL.) architect Mike Benkusky. I’m hoping Benkusky gets the call from the club to redo the Lakes Course. Because over 80 trees were torn out during the hurricane, and the bunkers are showing their age.

SO NOW I’m at Innisbrook challenging Copperhead tomorrow, home of the Valspar Championship on the PGA Tour. There will be some news made here. Which includes the tearing down of the Copperhead Clubhouse after this years Valspar. Stay tuned for more news.

That’s it for now. The winter golf trip continues. RS

THE SCHAUMBURG GOLF CLUB at 401 North Roselle Road is open for the winter golf season. Three simulators downstairs from the pro shop can keep you golfing all winter long. Book a tee time and play the Schaumburg Golf Club indoors. Call the club at (847)-885-9000 or visit Schaumburggolf.com. THE MISTWOOD GOLF DOME on Rt. 53 in Bolingbrook is open for practice on Toptracer, club fittings or golf lessons. The dome is home to McWethy’s Sportsbar, Mistwoodgolfdome.com or call (630)-739-7600.

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

Tour pro Brad Faxon explains the new Titleist Bob Vokey wedges on Demo day at Orange County National Golf Center.

SHOWTIME!

If you work in the golf industry, as a pro, as someone with a golf company, in the media or otherwise.

The PGA Merchandise Show is the “Most Wonderful time of the Year.”

Because you meet in normally sunny Florida, you see your friends and golf industry connections. But most of all it’s like teeing off on the first hole, to start another golf season.

The demo day held at the Orange County National Golf Center was back to full swing, well almost. The numbers of companies in attendance was more than last year, but not quite pre-covid numbers. Attendance was way up from last year, but not quite back to the numbers seen in 2020.

So what will it be like in the Orlando Convention Center over the next three days. That’s hard to say, but many people who did not attend last year are back. The convention center floor is expected to be much more crowded than last year.

There are companies that are making new releases of products this week, on the equipment side and in other parts of the game. The apparel side seems really ready to go, based on the number of announcements in press releases I am already receiving. The next few days should be interesting to say the least.

MONDAY I ATTENDED a press briefing at Cabot Citrus Farms in Brooksville Florida, home of the former Worldwoods Golf. The biggest change came in the form of two architects dropping out of the project, and a reshuffling of who is doing what on site.

But I will have more on that over the next few days, along with photo’s that show there have been plenty of trees removed.

SO THERE IS MORE to add about the Pinehurst 10 project, so stay clicked in for that.

OFF TO THE convention center floor. RS

IN THE DOME or IN THE SIMULATOR golf season continues all year round. Mistwood Golf Dome is open daily until 10 Pm and located on Rt. 53 in Bolingbrook. The dome is home to McWethy’s Sports Bar. Practice with Toptracer or be fit for clubs. Book your hitting bay at Mistwoodgolfdome.com or call (630)-739-7600. SCHAUMBURG GOLF CLUB has three simulators open daily, with golfers having the option of playing Schaumburg Golf Club indoors. THE PRO SHOP is loading up 2023 golf season, and Chandlers Chophouse has great food options. Schaumburggolf.com or (847)-885-9000.

ANGELA MOSER-Tom Doak’s lead design associate for the Pinehurst 10 project, spoke with Golfers on Golf in her first interview, six days after arriving on site, about the newest course under construction at “The Home of American Golf.”

Angela Moser drives all the equipment needed for golf course building or renovation work. Photo Mosergolf.com.

TOM DOAK has been tapped to design the 10th course at Pinehurst.

But then Doak selected Angela Moser to be his top design associate for the project.

Moser is a rising name in the golf design business, who’s star will get brighter once the 10th Course at Pinehurst opens.

Born in Germany where she took up the game of golf at age 10. Moser soon found herself traveling to amateur tournaments as her game improved. While practicing at her local club, all Moser had to do was look a few spots down the line at the range to see a great definition of work ethic. Bernhard Langer who Moser calls “a really nice guy”, would be hitting balls and getting his game tournament ready.

Moser’s play in amateur tournaments had her both trying to shoot a low score and win, but studying the golf courses she was playing. Why greens rolled a certain way or had the break they did. How golf courses were built.

(L-R) Kevin Robinson Pinehurst GCM Operations Manager, Oscar Lazaro LaBar Golf Construction, Angela Moser, and Bob Farren Director of Grounds and Golf Courses for Pinehurst Resort & Country Club on the Pinehurst 10 site.

There is an old saying about golf course architects, which is that they like to play in the sand. So a German media outlet that ran a story on Moser, spun the title of “Enter Sandwoman” off the Metallica song “Enter Sandman”. Working in the sandhills country of Pinehurst, Moser will have plenty of sand to play with.

As Moser’s interest in golf course design grew, she sent an email to Doak asking how to get started in course design.

Doak gave her an internship on his reversible design called “The Loop” at Forest Dunes in Michigan, and things expanded from there.

Moser has had a few idols besides Doak to look up to in golf course design, Marion Hollins and Alice Dye. But with so few women working in the industry, Moser charts a career path, that some have recommended her against. But that just makes Moser work harder and keep pushing forward. There was a time when Moser sat in the office working on drawings, but there was always a desire to get out in the field. Now she is on site, driving around all the heavy equipment and shaping golf holes.

Moser says she is having so much fun in her current job. That she’s not even thinking what her work on Pinehurst 10, will do for her “career-wise” going forward. But the stars are aligning in her corner.

Wherever Moser goes, there is usually a dozer not far away. Rory Spears (L) and Angela Moser (R).

Moser has a growing fan club that includes all the right people within the golf course design industry.

Tom Doak, Gil Hanse and now Bill Coore. When Moser met Coore for the first time, she added his cell number to her speed dial list. She admits she was pretty excited about that.

But currently she really appreciates the opportunity Doak has given her on the Pinehurst 10 project. “Everyone in the golf course architecture field knows Donald Ross,” says Moser when asked what she knew about Ross before coming to Pinehurst. “When I played Pinehurst No. 2 for the first time, it was a very cold day in January or February. The only thing missing was snow. But the course was so good, I would have gone back out again.”

Moser says the land on the Pinehurst 10 site is really good, and the terrain makes for a lot of options. Moser wants the course to have it’s own identity.

“People have been asking Tom and myself, will it look like Tom’s other designs at places like Streamsong, Bandon Dunes, or Sand Valley.”

A new golf hole has been cleared next to where old Pit Course holes had been built.

“The plan is not to make this course look like any others. But to give this course it’s own style,” says Moser.

Moser says that Doak and the team will take what the land gives them, and work with that.

So while the land is great to work with, there are other pieces that come into play.

Moser says with Pinehurst wanting the course done before the June of 2024 U.S. Open, “there is some pressure.” But she adds that with a confident sound of it’s nothing that she, Doak and the team can’t handle.

When asked if she has a message for the golfers who will anxiously follow the build-out of the project, Moser says,” I hope they will come play the course, and enjoy what we have built.”

CLICK HERE to hear the full interview with Pinehurst 10 associate course designer Angela Moser.

But for more details on the Pinehurst 10 project. See Golfers on Golf’s upcoming story about the Pinehurst 10 project to be posted later this week or Pinehurst.com.

MISTWOOD GOLFDOME ON RT. 53 IN BOLINGBROOK IS OPEN daily until 10 Pm. the dome is home to McWethy’s Sports Bar so bring your clubs and your appetite, and enjoy all the sports action after golf. Practice with Toptracer or get a lesson from pro’s like Nicole Jeray (R). Club fitting’s with Eric Russell and Matt Carter. You can book your hitting bay on line at Mistwoodgolfdome.com or call the dome at 9630)-739-7600.

THE SCHAUMBURG GOLF CLUB at 401 N. Roselle Road has three simulators open daily. The stocked pro shop and Chandlers Chophouse are right upstairs. Play the indoor version of SGC on the simulators. See Schaumburggolf.com or (847)-885-9000.

THE GOG BLOG’S SUNDAY MORNING SHORT GAME is written by Rory Spears, on location this week at the Pinehurst Resort in North Carolina. Follow Rory on Twitter @GogBlogGuy or connect on LinkedIn and Facebook. The Short Game Column will return next week with news from this weeks PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando FL.

The Carolina Hotel in Pinehurst is currently closed.

PINEHURST EDITION of the Sunday Morning Short Game News Column.

Writing from Pinehurst-NC.

Stop No.1 of the winter golf trip for Golfers on Golf in route to the 2023 PGA Show in Orlando, is the “Home of American Golf.” The Pinehurst Resort in North Carolina.

But this year was a little bit different. Because it didn’t take long to see some of the project that are currently going on. When one arrives at the historic Carolina Hotel to check-in and finds the hotel is closed, Plan B kicks into effect.

The final steel beams are now in place at Golf House Pinehurst.

But before on can even pull into the parking lot at the main Pinehurst clubhouse, it’s evident that the USGA project is in full swing, last Thursday the final steel beam was set in place at USGA Golf House Pinehurst.

The two new USGA buildings include the Golf House Museum and the new equipment testing facility. A place where visitors will be able to watch the USGA team test the new products that want to be “fairway legal” in the game of golf.

The USGA fence is up in Pinehurst.

Pinehurst is a USGA U.S. Open “anchor site” and the USGA buildings are now getting anchored down, right in front of the main clubhouse.

So when you spin around and do a 180 heading back to the Carolina Hotel. What you find is the workman and the contractors hard at work, with hotel and room renovations.

For those of you familiar with the hotel, the lobby is different. Starting at check-in through the Ryder Cup Lounge- that is no longer. While the rooms get a freshening up as well.

The main lobby in the Carolina Hotel is still being upgraded, and so is the Carolina’s main dining room-home to “The Best Breakfast in Golf.” The hotel has been closed for two weeks, but is expected to be reopened for guests this coming Thursday the 26th of January. So until then the Holly and the Manor Inn are doing the heavy lifting on housing overnight guests.

Pinehurst 8 the golf course is now open from it’s turning 25 tune-up. But the clubhouse still has some area’s of work going on.

IT’S NOW OVER at Pinehurst No.8, when it comes to the golf course. Tom Fazio’s design got a 100 day brush-up after being closed last summer from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Real credit to the crew for getting everything done in that time window.

The golf course had it’s bunkers and drainage redone, which allow for the course to play firmer and faster. The white sand is “a little whiter” and some views around the course that disappeared over 25 years, were brought back. The greens are still firm, but they are rolling really good. A recent visitor said he enjoyed making three putts over 30 feet, and one more over 20 during a recent round.

INSIDE THE CLUBHOUSE work continues. ecause only the pro shop is finished and open for use. The bar and grill, locker rooms and wash rooms still have teams workers putting things back together.

THE OLD PIT CLUBHOUSE (L) is still there and maybe anxiously awaiting to see if it will reopen. (R) A new hole carved out by Tom Doak’s team on land near where the Pit’s front nine once saw golfers.

Tom Doak’s Lead Design Associate Angela Moser did her first interview on the project with Golfers on Golf yesterday. Hear from this amazing talent tomorrow right hear at GOG.

Plenty more coming from Pinehurst over the next few days. See Rory Spears Facebook/Twitter for more pictures.

MISTWOOD GOLF DOME IS OPEN DAILY until 10 PM. The dome located on Rt. 53 in Bolingbrook, is also home to McWethy’s Sports Bar. So bring your clubs and your appetite and catch the NFL and NHL action all weekend long. Book a hitting bay online at Miswtoodgolfdome.com or call the dome at (630)-739-7600 #Toptracer #ClubFittings

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

Titleist TSR 2 & TSR 3 Hybrids.

TITLEIST has now added it’s TSR Hybrids to the launch of it’s TSR Drivers.

Presale begins on Feb. 2 and the clubs will be in golf shops world, wide by Feb. 23-2023.

THE TWO TSR models are the TSR 2 hybrid, that offers forgiving speed and performance, and the TSR3 hybrid which delivers next level precision and workability.

The clubs made their debut on the PGA Tour at the American Express tournament.

“TSR2 and TSR3 hybrids offer players options at the top end of the bag,” Tom Bennett, Principal Product Manager-Fairways & Hybrids. “Players can choose between the more classical shape and high launch of the TSR2 or the refined profile and adjustability of the TSR3. Both clubs provide a fast forgiving, and high-launching long-iron alternative that gives the golfer the confidence to pull off the shot.”

TSR2 is a high launching, mid-low spin, forgiving iron replacement club. But is best suited for players with a sweeping motion swing. TSR2 has an extended blade length and a deeper CG. It has a adjustable head weight, RH and LH lofts available at 18-21-24 degrees.

TSR3 is a flatter trajectory and refined shape, inspired by some of it’s predecessors. Because it’s highly adjustable and features a a 5-position SureFit adjustable CG Track System that allows golfers to dial in their perfect setup. But TSR3 is built for players who need workability and precision.

RH and LH lofts are 19-21-24 degrees. There are four shaft options that include a mix from both Tensei and HZRDUS Black or Red. Lengths at 39.5, 40, or 40.5. The grip is a Golf Pride Tour Velvet 360 Flat Cap-No Paint Fill.  So for more information see Titleist.com.

IT’S TIME TO VISIT THE SCHAUMBURG GOLF CLUB at 401 North Roselle Road in Schaumburg. Three simulators, and stocked pro shop are open daily. Call the course at (847)-855-9000 to book a time or see Schaumburggolf.com. #ChandlersChopHouse

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

The Srixon Soft Feel Golf ball.

SRIXON has launched a new generation of soft feel golf balls.

They will be available for purchase on Feb. 16th, in the colors of Brite-Brite Red, orange and Green.

Golfers playing this golf ball will be confident standing over a ball with a soft feel at impact.

The FastLayer Core, Speed Dimple Pattern, and a soft spin cover for enhanced greenside spin. So golfers can enjoy strong ball speeds, mixed with distance and feel.

The Mistwood Golf Dome on Rt. 53 in Bolingbrook. Open daily until 10 PM and home of McWethy’s Sports Bar. Lessons, club fitting, practice with Toptracer. MistwoodGolfdome.com or call (630)-739-7600

“The consistent love for SOFTFEEL has been tremendous with each generation. This being our 13th, we’ve tried to incorporate new ways of providing golfers a softer feel that’s unmatched in a low-compression option,” said Amelia DeLazzer, Product Manager at Srixon. “This is one of our softest FastLayer Cores to date. It’s a core that is soft in the center and firms up on the outside giving golfers equal parts of distance and feel.”

Because the dimple patter is set at 338, it provides provides a solid performance even in the toughest and windiest conditions. But there are other options which include SOFT FEEL LADY and SOFT FEEL BRITE.

So learn more at US.Dunlopsports.com.