Mike Purkey

Purkey has been writing about all things golf for more than 30 years, working at the highest level at publications such as Golf Magazine and Global Golf Post. He is an avid golfer, with a handicap too low for his ability. Purkey lives in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Why SeeMore was ahead of its time

Zero torque putters are all the rage these days — and SeeMore Putter Co. has its own with the new SKx and SBx models — but the brand was manufacturing blade putters that essentially featured the spec as far back as when Payne Stewart won the 1999 U.S. Open.

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The Starter: Ben Hogan, Tiger Woods have company

Anthony Kim authored an incredible Australian comeback; Tiger Woods remains uncommital on Masters, Ryder Cup; Judy Rankin has few — if any — peers.

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The Starter: What would you pay for the Pebble Beach experience?

Rates are now in the $675 range; Anthony Kim continues his comeback; Cricket or the NFL?; Gary Player is upset — again.

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The Starter: LIV Golf gets its points, but wants more

LIV is finally getting ranking points — at least some; Brooks Koepka's return tour is in second week; Patrick Reed is letting his game do his talking; How bad of a start was the LPGA's 2026 season?

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How Newton Golf is simplifying the shaft conundrum

What's the right shaft for you? Good question, and the shaft manufacturer is attempting to take the guesswork out of the equation with a easier to understand design and a non-traditional flex designation.

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The Starter: Nelly Korda has something to say

Amid the hubbub of Brooks Koepka returning to the PGA Tour, one of the the LPGA's brightest stars spoke out about the new WTGL and a missed opportunity; Blades Brown, 18, is living large right now.