ECCO GOLF ambassador, Thomas Bjørn, delivered an impressive performance at the Stifel Charity Classic for his first individual victory on the PGA TOUR Champions. Bjørn, wearing ECCO GOLF LT1, shot a final round four-under-par 67 to get into a playoff – where he would triumph on the first sudden death hole. His victory this week at Norwood Hills Country Club marks his second title of 2025, after winning the American Family Insurance Championship back in June. Commenting on his second victory of 2025, Bjørn said: “I played so well this year, I got close in a few of the majors…
Author: Jane Turner
Jane Turner
Jane Turner is the Editor of Golf Business Technology and has worked in the Education and Consulting sector for over two decades.
At the Aramco Houston Championship, Golf Saudi hosted a powerful panel discussion highlighting storytelling as a vital tool to grow the game globally. The session emphasised that the future of golf goes beyond competition on the course it is about creating stories and experiences that inspire fans and bring them closer to the sport. The Change With Conversation session, part of Golf Saudi’s ongoing panel series highlighting trends and narratives in women’s sport, took place on the opening morning of the Aramco Houston Championship – the fourth and penultimate stop of this season’s PIF Global Series. The tournament features both a team…
One of the highlights on Costa Navarino’s annual sporting calendar, the Aegean Messinia Pro-Am 2025 will welcome an international field of professionals and amateurs to Greece’s southwest Peloponnese this autumn, for the chance to reunite with old acquaintances and forge new friendships at the sustainably driven destination. Taking place from November 19-23 across three of Costa Navarino’s four 18-hole signature golf courses – The Dunes Course, The Hills Course and the International Olympic Academy Golf Course – the popular 54-hole event provides participants with the exclusive opportunity to combine world-class golf with the warmth and hospitality that Greece is renowned for. Sanctioned by the Confederation of Professional Golf and supported by the…
New imagery has painted Basingstoke Golf Club in a stunning new light as the £20m transformation of one of English golf’s most exciting rising stars continues. The par-72 course, which will be officially inaugurated in May 2026, is the centrepiece of an ambitious relocation and redevelopment project that also includes a new clubhouse packed with amenities as well as reimagined branding. Leading golf photographer James Hogg visited this summer and spent two days shooting the new-look course with a specialised drone, producing a mixture of still images and drone footage that shows the layout in all its glory. David Green, general manager…
Topgolf Glasgow is bringing a taste of the gridiron to Scotland this autumn with the launch of its brand-new Field Goal Challenge game. Inspired by American football, the new mode gives Players the chance to test themselves by sending golf balls soaring through virtual goalposts. “At Topgolf, we love creating moments that bring Players together,” said Josh Belkin, Topgolf SVP Revenue Management & Player Engagement. “From splitting the uprights in our new Field Goal Challenge game to cheering on your team with friends, Topgolf is the place to be part of the fun this autumn.” Get in the Game Huddle…
Blue Jeans Golf, a golf investment and management company pioneering the Golf Lite category, today announced it has closed the first round of its $20 million Series B fundraising, led by Old Tom Capital and Creator Sports Capital. Founded in 2021 by Devin Charhon and Michael Canfield, Blue Jeans Golf is focused on building the Golf Lite category through strategic investment, innovation and hands-on operations. Golf Ranch, the company’s tech-enabled driving range brand, is a leading example of the Golf Lite category, creating a physical and digital space for golfers to connect with the game and each other. Old Tom Capital, the leading investor in the Golf Lite space,…
Laguna Golf Phuket has announced the appointment of Jhomer lito Q. Patalot Jr. as the new Director of Agronomy. This strategic decision aims to further enhance the course’s agronomy and management practices, ultimately elevating course condition to premium status. Jhomer lito, known as Jhomar, brings almost 25 years of experience in golf course management and maintenance across Asia. He started his career in the Philippines, rising to Golf Course Superintendent at Manila Golf and Country Club, before expanding his international experience in Brunei and Thailand, where he lead the agronomy teams at some of the prestigious venues, including Ayodhya Links, Royal…
Blue Tees Golf, the brand redefining modern golf technology, made a statement at the PGA Buying Summit in Frisco, TX. With a bold presence across the show floor and the exclusive One2One Buying Summit, the company showcased its award-winning portfolio, unveiled the new TIPS travel line, and gave buyers and media a first look at some of the exciting new product innovations coming to the 2026 PGA Show. “Blue Tees Golf showed up to do more than exhibit—we came to lead,” said Taylor Herber, VP of Sales. “Our goal was to create meaningful moments for buyers, spotlight our new categories,…
PROTOCONCEPT is a golf head parts brand founded in Japan in 2019, dedicated to pursuing innovation and excellence. Leveraging the world’s top forging technology and cutting-edge technology, PROTOCONCEPT manufactures high-quality golf heads.World-class Forging Technology While typical forging can lead to variations due to polishing, PROTOCONCEPT employs the world’s top-notch precision forging technique, capable of manufacturing high-precision parts like automotive components. Leveraging the expertise of a company known for its precision manufacturing, they forge highly precise heads that are nearly perfect. This approach results in minimal individual differences and the creation of high-quality heads. PROTOCONCEPT’s heads are forged by a forging company in Japan.
Co-founder and CEO of Whoosh. He is a reformed VC and successful serial entrepreneur with leadership experience scaling B2B & B2C companies in automotive, hospitality, and telecom. Read is a 4x founder with 3 successful exits, including an IPO. Known for his charisma and visionary leadership, Colin inspires trust in his team, partners and investors. He is a lifelong golfer and 2x collegiate All-American. When he’s not at work or on the golf course, he’s with his wife and two boys, likely rooting for the Phoenix Suns or Boston Red Sox. Whoosh is a modern hospitality technology company that provides…