After what seems like an eternity, the 2010 Ryder Cup day one, Friday morning fourball pairings have been announced. Earlier today, European Captain Colin Montgomerie and US Captain Corey Pavin announced tomorrow’s pairings which will kick off 7:45am local time which equates to 2:45am ET. Stinking time zone differences.. looks like it’s going to be…
TaylorMade Rossa Daytona Ghost Putter
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TaylorMade Golf to Launch Newest Model in Ghost Series of Putters Tour-Proven Rossa Daytona Ghost Features White-Colored Head and High-Contrast Alignment Cues in a Heel-Toe Weighted Blade TaylorMade Golf is proud to announce the release of the putter that so many golfers have been asking for, the Rossa Daytona Ghost, a tour-proven blade that offers…
2010 Ryder Cup Teams banned from Social Media
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It was announced today that both captains, Corey Pavin and Colin Montgomerie have put in place for all players, a blanket ban from using Twitter or Facebook during the 2010 Ryder Cup week. This is designed to keep all players focused on the three-day competition that kicks-off Friday at Celtic Manor. Pavin said: “We talked…
Tiger Would – new brew from VOG for the Ryder Cup
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Just in time for the 2010 Ryder Cup, Vale of Glamorgan Brewery, located in Wales, UK has released a special beer to honor the occasion, or more specifically, one of the players in the field. The brew is called “Tiger Would” and it It will be stocked in pubs in the Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff…
TaylorMade Rossa Corza Ghost Putter Review
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Back on April 26th, 2010, TaylorMade announced the newest addition to their putter line, the TaylorMade Rossa Corza Ghost. I was able to get my hands on one for a review and, although contested by some, to my knowledge, I was the first non-professional to add a left-handed Ghost to my bag. Of course, this…
Free Passes to the Childrens Miracle Network Classic
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Golfnow.com Orlando is giving away two free passes to the Children’s Miracle Network Classic to anyone who books a tee time at any Walt Disney Golf Course. This includes both Disney’s Magnolia and Palm course, the two courses where the tournament is being held. The Children’s Miracle Network Classic is taking place November 11th –…
2010 Golf Digest Golf Ball Hotlist
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The 2010 Golf Digest Golf Ball Hotlist has been posted and the results, as usual aren’t too shocking. Every year, in addition to the rest, Golf Digest releases this years golf ball hotlist. The categories vary slightly from year to year, but overall, it’s a great resource to use if you’re in the market for…
USA wins the Orange County National Ryder Cup Event
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Last Friday, September 10th, was the much anticipated Orange County National Ryder Cup Event. This event pitted 16 US players vs 16 UK Soldiers from 1st Bn Coldstream Guards, who just came back from Afghanistan and were down in Orlando for a week of “adventure training.” Below are the tournaments combatants. The format was two-man…
Enter to win the new TaylorMade Burner 2.0 Irons
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Earlier today, TaylorMade announced via webcast and press release, the new TaylorMade Burner 2.0 Irons. As a way to increase awareness, they’re giving away a free set to one lucky entrant. See below for details 1. The entry period of the TaylorMade-adidas Golf Company’s (“TMaG”) TaylorMade Burner 2.0 Sweepstakes (“Sweepstakes”) runs from 8:00 a.m. PST…
TaylorMade Burner 2.0 Irons – Just Announced
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Last week TaylorMade released a teaser email mentioning that today, TaylorMade CEO Mark King would be announcing a new product via webcast. That new product, is the TaylorMade Burner 2.0 Irons. Coming off the success of the TaylorMade Burner Irons, they’ve introduced the next evolution to the irons line, the Burner 2.0 Irons. Below is…
Play golf with Annika Sorenstam video contest
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The Annika Academy announced today the “Play with Annika Video Contest.” If you’ve ever wanted to play golf with a LPGA professional, now’s your chance. Starting today, September 8th, 2010 running through October 14th, 2010, you can submit a video, up to one minute in length, expressing why you should get to play golf with…
Monthly Panel Discussion over at intothegrain.com
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John Duval, owner and writer of intothegrain.com, started the new monthly panel where he’ll be posing questions to various members of the golf media surround the current hot buttons on tour as well as other aspects of the sport. This month, for the inaugural panel, John asked me to participate. I was joined by three…
After 8 years, the Arizona Women’s Open is back
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After an eight-year hiatus, the Arizona Women’s Open will make it’s return October of this year. A definite boon to Arizona golf, the Arizona Woman’s Open is scheduled to take place October 18th – 21st at the Wigwam Resorts Red Course in Litchfield Park, Arizona. The 18th is reserved for a practice round and the…
TaylorMade CEO announcing new product via webcast
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Update: TaylorMade Burner 2.0 Irons unveiled TaylorMade Golf and President & CEO Mark King to introduce new product via webcast Online Interactive Launch Presentation scheduled for September 9, 2010 at 12:00 pm PDT TaylorMade Golf Company, the industry leader in product innovation, and company President & CEO Mark King will introduce a new product via…
1.5 seconds of thought that go into a golf swing
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What goes through a golfers head during the 1.5 seconds it takes to start and complete a golf swing. The power of the human mind, eh? Book your next Discount Orlando Tee Times through our new online tee times booking engine.
Caddies Needed Children’s Miracle Network Classic
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Children’s Miracle Network Classic is looking for “a few good caddies” to tote the bag for amateur players participating in the Pro-am event. If you’re available between Wednesday, November 10th – Friday, November 12th, give them a call at (407) 938-3881 and be sure to let them know OGB sent ya! 🙂 Prior experience is…
Sumi-G Head Covers, not your grandaddy’s golf gear
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Back in early 2010, during the PGA Merchandise Show, I had the opportunity to interview Sumi-G, or more specifically, Tony Korologos, who started working for the company after meeting them at the 2009 PGA Merchandise show. He also writes hookedongolfblog and is one helluva guy. 🙂 Sumi-G is a golf accessory company, who’s flagship products…
Jim Furyk DQed from the Barclays for oversleeping
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Jim Furyk was disqualified from The Barclays for Oversleeping on Wednesday, August 25th and arriving late, missing his Pro-Am check in time. Shotgun start was at 7:30am. Furyk arrived at the course at 7:35am and tour officials had no choice but to disqualify him in the first of four FedEx Cup playoff events. He set…
Big Break Sandals Resort – Week 10 Season Finale
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Big Break Sandals Resort week 10 is entitled ”El Ultimo Baile,” which translates to “The Last Dance.” This is it! The final episode of Big Break Sandals Resort! The duel to the death (well, not really) between Carling “Crusher” Coffing and Lili “Annihilator” Alvarez!!! If you’ve missed any of the previous episodes, check out the Big…
Ryder Cup Golf at Orange County National
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I don’t know about you guys, but I’ve always wanted to play in an event like the Ryder Cup, but unlike many of you, I have a serious lack of talent. So, it’s no surprise that I never get invited to play in the cool events, yeah sure, I get my fair share of corporate…