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  1. Future Champions Golf: Announces video series with Mr. Short Game
  2. John A. White Golf Course: $30 million clubhouse under construction
  3. USGA: 11 past champs among 1,897 entries accepted for U.S. Women’s Open
  4. El Macero CC: To host El Macero Classic Collegiate Tournament
  5. JM Eagle LA Championship: Hyo Joo Kim commits
  6. PGA Hope: New Jersey Sea Birds Angling Club launches 'Points-to-Dollars' pledge
  7. Golf VX: Partners with Chicago District Golf Association
  8. Trump Turnberry: Introduces exclusive Lighthouse Membership
  9. Marriott Golf Academy: Announces 2 golf school packages
  10. 8AM Golf: Sells Short Game Chef to Range Sports
  11. Sea Pines Resort: Recognized by USA Today, Global Traveler
  12. PGA of America: Field announced for 2026 Senior PGA Championship
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