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| Friday Mar 27, 2026 |
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Chris Gotterup ascends to No. 10 in the world; A fortysomething makes noise at the Texas Children's Houston Open; Matt Fitzpatrick's chipping grip raises some eyebrows.
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BUSINESS
Sports Facilities Companies: Acquires Spirit Golf Management, a Northeast-based golf management company. The deal establishes SFC’s new golf division, with Spirit Golf continuing to operate under its existing brand. Spirit Golf Management currently manages and/or provides consulting services to 10 golf facilities across the Northeast region.
B. Draddy: Unveils its B. Draddy Camper, which can be booked for tournaments, club outings and other special events. The camper features expanded interior space with custom shelving that showcases B. Draddy apparel, a built-in television that displays branded content and a lighted exterior awning that helps create a lively, inviting atmosphere throughout the day and evening. The camper will offer curated product assortments and on-site customization to custom gift bags and event-specific touches, and each activation is tailored to reflect the club's identity and the significance of the occasion.
EVENTS
LIV Golf: Country music singer Thomas Rhett will perform at LIV Golf Indianapolis August 21. The After Play concert is slated to begin following Round 2 play at 5:30 p.m. ET at The Club at Chatham Hills. Fans in attendance for the second round can attend Rhett’s performance as part of their entry. Tickets for LIV Golf Indianapolis are available at LIVGolf.com.
PEOPLE
ProtoConcept Golf: LPGA Tour professional Jodi Shadoff becomes a staff ambassador, who collaborated with director of tour operations Steve Loerzel and was fitted with the brand's C03TC irons (6-PW). She has since added a C05TC #5 iron and RR wedges in 50, 56AG and 60AG to her bag.
