Rory McIlroy Joins Golf’s Most Exclusive Club at Augusta
TGD Newswire - This Week In Golf - Rory McIlroy Joins Golf's Most Exclusive Club at Augusta (April 12, 2026) Rory McIlroy won his second consecutive Masters, beating Scottie Scheffler by one shot at 12-under 276 — and in doing so became just the fourth player in...
The Masters Theme and Seven Days of Timeless Golf: A Week the World Still Needs
One Week in April: The Masters Still Gets It Right Every spring, as the azaleas bloom along Magnolia Lane, the golf world makes its annual pilgrimage to Augusta, Georgia. For one special week, the Masters Tournament delivers something increasingly rare: pure sporting...
Cameron Young’s 375-Yard Drive Decides Golf’s “Fifth Major”
TGD Newswire - This Week In Golf - Cameron Young's 375-Yard Drive Decides Golf's "Fifth Major" (March 15, 2026) Cameron Young won The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass, coming from four shots back to finish at 13-under and beat Matt Fitzpatrick by a single stroke —...
Morikawa Ends a 28-Month Drought, Then Announces He’s Going to Be a Father
TGD Newswire - This Week In Golf - Morikawa Ends a 28-Month Drought, Then Announces He's Going to Be a Father (Feb 15, 2026) Collin Morikawa won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, his first PGA Tour title since the 2023 Zozo Championship — a drought stretching back...
No Sentry, No Problem: Chris Gotterup Opens the Season in Hawaii
TGD Newswire - This Week In Golf - No Sentry, No Problem: Chris Gotterup Opens the Season in Hawaii (Jan 19, 2026) For the first time since the PGA Tour returned to a calendar-year schedule, the season didn't open at Kapalua. The Sentry — the Tour's traditional...
Topgolf Callaway Brands Sells Majority Stake in Topgolf – What It Really Means for Golf
A strategic separation that could benefit both companies and the broader game Myrtle Beach, SC – November 20, 2025 On November 18, 2025, Topgolf Callaway Brands (ticker: MODG) announced it is selling a 60% majority interest in Topgolf to private equity firm Leonard...
Traveling Golfer Showcases Myrtle Beach Golf Trail’s Million-Dollar Renovations
Myrtle Beach Golf Trail is upping its game. And the November 2025 edition of The Traveling Golfer brings you to it. Not only is it a feast for the eyes and your golf game, but your appetite and desire for a great trip. The episode spotlights four standout properties...
The PGA Tour’s Digital Crossroads: Can Golf’s Old Guard Embrace the Virtual Revolution Before Cable TV Tees Off for Good?
By TGD Newswire Staff | October 21, 2025 In the ever-evolving world of professional sports, few leagues face a starker generational divide than the PGA Tour. On one hand, traditionalists cling to the sport's storied heritage—whispered commentary, pristine fairways,...
ULD and Golf Joy USA: A Swing Toward Smarter, More Social Golf
Golf isn’t just booming. It’s evolving. And the latest partnership between Ultimate Long Drive (ULD) and Golf Joy USA proves that the sport’s future is as much about access and community as it is about distance and power. Golf Joy USA, based in California, is known...
How ULD World Championships and Ryder Cup Show Changing Golf Views
Less than a week after the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, the 2025 ULD World Championships are happening – giving us an interesting look at the changing face and views of golf worldwide and the media. The ULC Championships start tomorrow (October 1-4, 2025) at the Par...
Brews, Baseball, and Birdies On The Latest Traveling Golfer
Traveling Golfer has a full trip of fun to Tampa thanks to Yuengling Beer. It’s the Tampa Bay Yuengling Beer Special – which was released in September 2025. This is perfect if you’re heading to Tampa, Florida for getaway. Host Tony Leodora spotlights the vibrant combo...
LIV Golf Is Outperforming the PGA Tour
In the evolving world of professional golf, the narrative has long been dominated by network television ratings—those Nielsen-sampled figures that sponsors cling to for reassurance. But let's be real: relying on outdated TV metrics in 2025 is like hanging by a thread...
Traveling Golfer Celebrates Family Golf Week and Gets You Ready for 2026
The latest episode of Traveling Golfer, airing August of 2025, shines a spotlight on one of the most cherished traditions in recreational golf: Family Golf Week in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. I have been so lucky to witness and report on so many of these great...
Ultimate Long Drive, Inc. Announces Exclusive Territorial License Agreement with TeeTime Ventures to Bring Proven Long Drive Championship Format to India
Ultimate Long Drive, Inc. Announces Exclusive Territorial License Agreement with TeeTime Ventures to Bring Proven Long Drive Championship Format to India Myrtle Beach, SC – August 13, 2025 – Ultimate Long Drive, Inc. (ULD™), the world’s largest long drive golf...
Golf’s Evolving Audience: A Deep Dive into Demographics in 2025
Golf, once stereotyped as a sport for retirees and business executives, is undergoing a remarkable transformation. With participation numbers soaring and new formats like off-course experiences drawing in fresh faces, the game’s core audience is younger and more...
Traveling Golfer July Episode Pays Powerful Tribute to Visionary Golf Architect Mike Strantz
Traveling Golfer has unveiled a heartfelt July 2025 episode honoring the life and legacy of one of golf’s most imaginative course designers, the late Mike Strantz. Known for his hand-drawn course concepts and visual poetry on the links, Strantz’s work continues to...
Traveling Golfer’s Four Hidden Gems — Ghostly and Funny — on the Myrtle Beach Golf Trail
We'll warn you here. After watching this show, the June 2025 edition, you may find yourself making plans to come down South. We explore these must-play courses that are perfect for weekend warriors, high or low handicappers, and anyone looking for that relaxing and...
Prestwick’s New Head Golf Pro Has Plenty of Myrtle Beach Golf Experience
Myrtle Beach, SC - Prestwick Country Club names Ryan Wilkinson as its new Head Golf Professional. Ryan's journey in golf began at a young age, inspired by his father, Patrick Wilkinson, who has been a prominent figure in the golf industry for many years and currently...