In 2023, Sky Sports Golf experienced remarkable success in viewership, breaking numerous records and significantly increasing viewership among individuals under 35. Here are some exciting statistics that undeniably prove I am not just talking to the wind: The…
Based on data from Cognitive Market Research, the estimated size of the global golf balls market in 2023 is USD 984.5 million. The market is anticipated to experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.2% from 2023…
The omnichannel shopping behavior became the new normal and I am expecting it will continue to evolve into an ambient experience. Experiences powered by augmented reality and virtual reality, along with shoppable videos, will become more prominent as…
Stephen Smith, the chief neuroscientist at PSYenz, recommended once ‘Sell the lifestyle, not the health, benefits of golf’. He believes promoting immediate returns such as being out in the fresh air or meaningful time with the family or…
Do I have to explain to you the essence of BOA technology? Today, no one doubts that optimally fitting footwear significantly impacts performance through altering athlete biomechanics. The usage of BOA technology in golf shoes is not a…
I am so happy that the organizers of the 2021 AIG Women's Open (16-22 August 2021) at Carnoustie Golf Links will not offer single-use plastic bottles instead will offer water refilling stations and reusable stainless steel bottles. It…
I think it’s a family trait that we are so interested in shoes. My grandfather used to have a shoe factory…A few years ago I changed to ECCO GOLF BIOM golf shoes. I must say it was a…
ECCO GOLF has unveiled a special edition of the ECCO S-THREE hybrid shoes that will be worn by ECCO GOLF ambassadors, Erik van Rooyen and Henrik Stenson, at the year’s final major championship. Many of the shoes in the current…
Probably my best running shoes were all ASICS. I must admit that I have not seen in the last decade any ASICS golf shoes. Is it my mistake? I don't think so. I have just checked ASICS UK…
Do you remember when Callaway Golf acquired OGIO International for $75.5 million and TravisMathew for $125.5 million in cash in 2017? Now, we can see a similar acquisition at Acushnet. They recently acquired KJUS, a premium Swiss, global…
The Women's British Open is returning again to the Woburn Golf Club. The new title sponsor of the event is AIG. So between 2019-2024, it is called as the AIG Women's British Open. The AIG Women’s British Open…
The R&A found two years ago in its survey that 60% of golfers would enjoy golf more if they could play golf in less time. Most recently, a USGA survey shows 74% of golfers believe appropriate speed is critical…
Introduction to Part 3 This enquiry into the changing retail environment for golf equipment and apparel was stimulated by the decision last year by Nike and Adidas America to get out of the golf equipment business. What did…
In 1989, the designer of a new American golf course called Persimmon Ridge hit the ceremonial first tee shot at the grand opening. As the now-familiar sound of a metal driver hitting a ball rang across the teeing…
Introduction Nike started selling golf shoes in 1984, but golf was a minor component in Nike’s marketing juggernaut before Tiger Woods came aboard in 1996. By 2000, Nike was selling balls and clubs as well as apparel and…
Probably you have noticed that I rarely write reviews of golf apparel lines. This time I have to make an exception. Adidas Golf presented me an impressive new golf apparel line, the adiPure. The line was introduced to the…
TaylorMade announced today a multi-year contract has been reached with Tiger Woods. His connection with TaylorMade is not totally new. He used to play with TaylorMade metalwoods in the early 90s. As part of the contract, Tiger Woods…
I know for some of you this is not totally new that TaylorMade allowed Jason Day to sign a contract with Nike Golf. However, it is interesting to see, how Adidas is becoming more permissive and flexible even…
Adidas Golf announced the new generation of Powerband Boa Boost golf shoes. The new edition of Powerband Boa Boost comes with 3 major innovations: BOOST™ cushioning: midsole cushioning for walking comfort and energy return a brand new L6 Boa® Closure…
On 21st July will be opened the American Golf National Academy at the High Legh Park Golf Club in Cheshire. American Golf is promising to help golfers to hone their golf game by providing PGA Professionals in store and on…