A month before the IMG Academy Junior World Golf Championships, Yuka Nishina from Japan secured a qualifying spot in Hawaii for the U.S. Girls Junior Amateur. Her performance in Hawaii was just the beginning. Nishina clinched the girls 13-14 Junior World title at the Country Club of Rancho Bernardo, finishing with a 9-under-par 210 over three rounds. Despite a challenging start on the final day, she managed to maintain her lead with an even-par 71, following rounds of 70 and 69. Nishina expressed her excitement through a translator, saying, “Compared to the first and second days, my shots were ..read more

As proud natives of San Diego, we’ll admit our bias upfront: we believe San Diego is the most livable city in the country, if not the world. Our famously fantastic weather does come at a price, but it’s worth it. Why Golfing in San Diego is the Best Beyond our craft beers and fish tacos, one of the best things about San Diego is our golf courses. It’s surprising San Diego isn’t more frequently highlighted as a golf destination, especially compared to places like Scottsdale, Arizona, and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where the extreme weather makes them unplayable for parts of the year. Here in ..read more

As golf enthusiasts, we can’t help but marvel at the staggering purse totals for the 2024 PGA Tour events. With 36 tournaments boasting millions in prize money, it’s fascinating to think about the sheer value involved. These astronomical sums could cover countless tee time reservations at our favorite course, the world-renowned Torrey Pines Golf Course. Let’s delve into the details of the 2024 PGA Tour purses and imagine just how many rounds of golf at Torrey Pines they could finance. 2024 PGA Tour Event Purses (36 in total) The Sentry • Date: Jan. 1-7 • Venue: The Plantation Course, Kapalua ..read more

The U.S. Open has returned this year to Pinehurst #2, one of America’s iconic golf courses, known for its historic significance and public accessibility. Hosting its fourth U.S. Open, Pinehurst will be a USGA anchor site, hosting five Opens in the next 25 years. Pinehurst and Pebble Beach have long been staples of U.S. championship golf. Public courses hosting major championships were rare until Pebble Beach in 1972 and Bethpage Black in 2002. However, nowadays there are multiple major championship courses you can play! Here’s a guide to other public courses that have hosted major championship ..read more

The newly refurbished North Course at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa presented a challenging environment during the NCAA Division I men’s and women’s golf championships. The greens were exceptionally hard, as is typical before the root structure matures, causing many shots on the signature 16th hole to bounce into bunkers. This scenario symbolized the initial concerns for La Costa hosting the championships in 2024, 2025, and 2026. However, the ambitious goal is to make La Costa the permanent site for these championships, akin to Omaha for college baseball or Oklahoma City for college softball ..read more

Last weekend, we had the incredible experience of witnessing a beautiful engagement at Torrey Pines Golf Course. As avid golfers, we’ve seen our fair share of memorable moments on the greens, but this one was truly special. It’s not every day you get to watch a proposal, especially one as meticulously planned and heartfelt as this. The Setup: A Romantic Plan in Motion The day started like any other sunny afternoon at Torrey Pines. The course was buzzing with golfers eager to enjoy a round under the clear blue sky. We were in a foursome just behind a lovely couple who seemed to be having a grea ..read more

Hey there, golf enthusiasts! We’re thrilled to bring you the latest updates and opportunities to enhance your golfing experience. Today, we’re excited to share the starting tee times for the prestigious PGA Championship happening this week. You can feel the excitement building as the world’s top golfers prepare to tee off at the PGA Championship. To help you stay in the loop, we’ve got the scoop on the starting tee times directly from the official PGA Championship website. You can find the complete list of tee times here. With this information at your fingertips, you can plan your day around c ..read more

2024 NCAA Golf Championships – Division 1 Men’s Selections for the 2024 NCAA DI men’s golf championship began on Wednesday, May 1. The national championships will take place Friday, May 24 – Wednesday, May 29, at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, CA. Read about La Costa’s renovation of the North course in preparation for the championships. 2024 DI men’s golf championships schedule Monday, May 13-Wednesday, May 15 The University of Texas Golf Club | Austin, TX (Texas, host) University Club | Baton Rouge, LA (LSU, host) UNC Finley Golf Course | Chapel Hill, NC (UNC, host) The Farms Gol ..read more

A New Strategic Partnership College Golf Experience (CGX) recently announced a strategic partnership with IMG Academy Junior World Championships. Their goal is to offer Exposure Camps for junior golfers. These camps provide opportunities to connect with college coaches and gain insights into college golf. Founded in 1968 by the San Diego Junior Golf Association, the Junior World Championships aim to unite young golfers globally. It’s the world’s largest international junior golf event with golfers from 56 countries and 42 states. The strategic partnership with CGX intends to enhance the overal ..read more

Best Public Golf Courses Near 25 Major U.S. Cities Are you an avid golfer searching for the best public golf courses? Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the best public golf courses in close proximity to 25 bustling cities across the country. These courses offer challenging layouts, breathtaking scenery, and top-notch facilities to enhance your golfing experience. 1. New York City, New York Located just a short drive from the heart of Manhattan, the Bethpage Black Course is first on the list of best public golf courses. Conceived in the mid-1930s as the “public Pine Valley,” it rose to p ..read more