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During his U.S. Amateur win, Jose Luis Ballester used a mini driver with an interesting backstory from Sergio Garcia.

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In a candid response, pro Brandon Stone admitted he skipped a shot to keep his card due to struggles. He spoke in the “Green Room.”

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Halfway through the 2024 Tour Championship, Scottie Scheffler has one hand on the FedEx Cup. Other PGA Tour stars are sounding the alarm.

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Shane Lowry is rarely left speechless, but a reporter's Oasis revelation at the 2024 Tour Championship came close to doing the trick.

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Introduction

The Shot Scope Pro ZR is a new rangefinder built to deliver precise distance measurements, helping golfers make more informed decisions on the course. It is loaded with features which we want to see tested in the hands of golfers just like you. The Shot Scope Pro ZR was highlighted in our Best Rangefinders of 2024 as a top performer, finishing with a final score of 9.1/10. Can it live up to the lofty expectations? 

Key features from Shot Scope:

Adaptive Slope Technology: Automatically adjusts yardages based on elevation changes, giving you the most accurate distance possible.Target-Lock Vibration: Provides a reassuring vibration when you’ve successfully locked onto your target so you know you have the right distance.Precision Optic Lens: Offers clear and sharp visuals, making it easy to focus on the target, even at longer distances.Dual Display: Switch between black and red displays depending on the lighting conditions, ensuring optimal visibility at all times.Water-Resistant Construction: Built to withstand the elements, the PRO ZR is designed for durability, allowing you to use it in various weather conditions without worry.

The testing opportunity

We’re looking for four golfers to put the Shot Scope Pro ZR rangefinder to the test. Selected testers will assess the device’s accuracy, ease of use, display clarity and overall performance on the course. Your feedback will be crucial in determining how well the Pro ZR lives up to its claims and whether it truly enhances the golfing experience.

This is an opportunity for you to evaluate whether this rangefinder can genuinely improve your game by providing reliable distance measurements and helping you choose the right club for every shot.

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Open to all registered Forum members worldwide.Registration opens Aug. 29 and closes Sept. 4.Selected testers will be announced on the Forum on Sept. 10.

Don’t miss your chance to test and review the Shot Scope Pro ZR and share your insights with the MyGolfSpy community!

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Hybrids can be weapons in your bag — if you know how to hit them, that is. Here are 10 keys for hitting solid shots with your hybrids.

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How to watch the 2024 Tour Championship on Saturday, including full Saturday TV coverage and streaming information for Round 3 at East Lake.

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Michael Bamberger, GOLF's senior writer, joined Fully Equipped to tell the tale of creating the E-Club Type II Jigger.

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Pushing off the ground is a great way to create power in your golf swing. Here's how you can do it effectively.

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Scottie Scheffler put on another clinic from tee to green at East Lake on Friday for a 5-under 66 and a four-shot lead at the Tour Championship. Collin Morikawa is four shots back, and Xander Schauffele five.

Haeran Ryu has a history of going low on the LPGA and the 23-year-old South Korean added to that in the FM Championship.

Great Britain and Ireland rallied from a 3-1 deficit to tie the United States after the first day of the Curtis Cup.

Bunker shots in golf can be challenging, but with the right technique and mindset, you can master them. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you improve your bunker play:

1. Understand the Basics

• Club Selection: Use a sand wedge, typically with a loft of 54-58 degrees. The sand wedge is designed to help the club glide through the sand and lift the ball out of the bunker.
• Stance: Take a slightly open stance, with your feet shoulder-width apart. Your front foot should be slightly flared out, and your body should be aligned left of the target (for right-handed golfers).
• Ball Position: Position the ball slightly forward in your stance, closer to your front foot. This helps you make contact with the sand first, not the ball.
• Grip: Hold the club with a relaxed grip, slightly weaker than usual. This allows for more control and prevents digging into the sand.

2. Set Up Correctly

• Weight Distribution: Place more weight on your front foot (around 60-70%). This helps to keep the clubface open through impact and ensures that you hit down into the sand.
• Open the Clubface: Before taking your grip, open the clubface to increase the loft. This helps the ball pop out of the sand and get airborne quickly.
• Bend Your Knees: Lower your center of gravity by bending your knees slightly. This helps you dig into the sand and make a proper swing.

3. Execute the Swing

• Take a Full, Smooth Swing: Unlike regular shots, bunker shots require a full swing with a smooth rhythm. Your arms and body should work together to create a fluid motion.
• Aim to Hit the Sand First: Your goal is to strike the sand about 1-2 inches behind the ball. The sand will carry the ball out of the bunker, so you don’t need to focus on hitting the ball directly.
• Follow Through: Continue your swing through the sand, allowing the club to finish high. A full follow-through helps maintain clubhead speed and prevents the club from digging too much into the sand.

4. Practice Different Lies

• Firmer Sand: In firmer sand, you might need to close the clubface slightly and make a shallower swing to avoid bouncing the club off the hard surface.
• Fluffy Sand: In softer, fluffier sand, you’ll want to open the clubface more and make a steeper swing to ensure the club doesn’t get stuck.

5. Focus on the Mental Game

• Stay Positive: Confidence is key in bunker play. Approach the shot with a positive mindset, knowing you have the skills to execute it.
• Visualize the Shot: Before swinging, visualize the ball popping out of the sand and landing softly on the green.

6. Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Hitting the Ball First: This often results in the ball flying over the green. Focus on hitting the sand before the ball.
• Too Much Sand: Taking too much sand can leave the ball in the bunker. Practice finding the right amount of sand to ensure a clean exit.
• Deceleration: Slowing down your swing through impact can cause the ball to stay in the bunker. Commit to the shot and maintain your swing speed.

7. Practice Drills

• Draw a Line: In a practice bunker, draw a line in the sand and practice hitting just behind it. This helps you learn to strike the sand consistently.
• Varying Distances: Practice bunker shots of different lengths by adjusting your swing length and speed. This builds confidence in your ability to control distance from the bunker.

With consistent practice and attention to these fundamentals, your bunker play will improve, and you'll start approaching these shots with more confidence and success.

When Vice Golf introduced its new irons and wedges this year, there were plenty of oohs and ahhs. If nothing else, they do have a distinctive look.

However, another segment of the golfing world reacted with, shall we say, skepticism.

As a result, we need to get a couple of things on the table right away.

First, despite what we’ve seen from various internet wizards of the keyboard, the new line of Vice irons, wedges and putters are not open models with Vice’s name and logo slapped on them.  “Looks like” is a far cry from “same as” or “copy of.”  Being a cynical consumer is a good thing. Being a serial naysayer trying to appear edgy with no real knowledge or insight to back it up is just embarrassing.

The line between those two, my friends, can be surprisingly small.

There is a lot of cool gear in the golf equipment world that doesn’t always fit neatly into Most Wanted Tests or Buyer’s Guides. You still want to know how it performs. In our We Tried It series, we put gear to the test and let you know if it works as advertised.

What We Tried:

The PUMA ELECTROCAT NITRO. Perhaps the reason the name is all caps is because it’s the brightest shade of orange I’ve ever seen. Never fear, it’s also available in white.

Who Tried It:

Connor. Director of Content and resident sneakerhead. PUMA golf shoes have been hit or miss for me in the past. This pair might have changed my perception.

About the ELECTROCAT NITRO

There’s one reason the ELECTROCAT NITRO caught my eye from the jump. No, it wasn’t the bodacious color palette fittingly dubbed “Fire Glow.”

It’s the massive rear end … I mean “cushion.” The stack height on this pair of shoes is huge. Some might call it “thicc.” In any case, the ELECTROCAT NITRO is designed to be a max cushion golf shoe. This trend of prioritizing comfort above all else is something more brands have started to do, even in the past few months.

I grew up in South Florida, playing junior golf throughout the region.

Most of the courses I played as a child no longer exist. I can name at least a dozen that were developed into condos or other residential developments. Golf in the state of Florida—which leads the country with more than 1,200 courses—was hit hard in the 2000s and 2010s as an oversupply of facilities matched unfavorably with tepid demand prior to the pandemic.

We’ve seen a comeback from the golf industry since then and Florida has been a leader. From 2019 through 2023, no state produced more course openings (21). Only Texas (13) reached double digits in that time.

While those new courses such as The Park West Palm and Sandhill Crane’s The Nest Par 3 have been widely supported—they offered much-needed affordable public golf in an area that skews heavily toward private golf—the latest proposal for public golf has been met with near-unanimous outcry.

Last week, the State of Florida announced a proposal to build multiple golf courses on state parks, potentially threatening cherished land that hosts some of the most spectacular wildlife in the country. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s “Great Outdoors Initiative” for 2024-2025 also includes the development of pickleball courts, 350-room hotels and disc golf courses across parts of nine state parks.

I don’t know about you, but I LOVE fall golf. Cool, crisp air. The changing colors of the leaves (until they fall on the ground and you lose balls where you shouldn’t). With those cooler temps comes the need for good layers to stay warm on days where the wind decides to bite. Today’s deal will keep you comfy through the end of the season.

Save 35% on the Galway Bay Fall Players Pack when bundled.

Designed for Golf. The Fall Players Pack

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Ideal for temperature ranges between 45 – 75 degrees, this players pack will keep you performing long into the late season. With breathable waterproof materials, waterproofed seams, deep pockets and a soft, quiet fabric, you won’t feel restricted as you add layers on.

Take advantage of this deal from Galway Bay today.

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Marina Alex found the TPC Boston much more to her liking by playing bogey-free for a 4-under 68, giving her a one-shot lead Thursday in the inaugural FM Championship.

Scottie Scheffler had five birdies over his last seven holes on a sweltering afternoon at renovated East Lake to pull away from Xander Schauffele and everyone else at the Tour Championship.