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According to Golf Datatech's national rounds played report for January, the total was down 12.1% compared with 2021. The best of the underperforming regions was the Pacific at -2.7%, while New England at -81% was the worst. Inclement weather the main reason for the dip.
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Partnered: By NextLinks, with SknVue, a nonprofit organization promoting awareness and early detection of skin cancer, to support the "Skn in the Game" campaign. NextLinks will become a sponsor of the SknVue Skn in the Game Golf tournament, while SknVue will provide NextLinks with educational materials and cutting-edge tools to educate visitors to its facilities.
Announced: By the Golf Writers Association of America, the winners of its 2022 GWAA Writing Contest. The GWAA received 304 entries and the top three places, plus honorable mention, were recognized in seven categories. The winners will be honored at the 48th ISPS Handa GWAA Annual Awards Dinner on April 6. The winners were: Daily Columns — 1, Shane Ryan, “Call off the dogs, Brooksy,” GolfDigest.com; 2, Alan Shipnuck, “Ryder Cup blowout 7 years in making,” FirePitCollective.com; 3, Shane Ryan, “Phil’s better without a U.S. Open,” GolfDigest.com; Non-Daily Columns — 1, Jerry Tarde, “What the caddie bow says about us,” Golf Digest; 2, Michael Bamberger, “Elder has the honor,” Golf Magazine; 3, Gary Van Sickle, “A day at the Ryder Cup,” Golf Heritage Society Magazine; Special Projects — 1, Michael Bamberger, “A new day in Augusta,” Golf.com/Golf Magazine; 2, Ron Green Jr. and Scott Michaux, “What the hell just happened?” Global Golf Post; 3, Joel Beall, Daniel Rapaport, and Sam Weinman, “Pro golf and mental health,” GolfDigest.com; Game Stories — 1, Ryan Lavner, “History-making Mickelson shines, GolfChannel.com; 2, Joel Beall, “How Bryson won Ryder Cup week," GolfDigest.com; 3, Gary Van Sickle, “Japan’s Masters champ takes a bow," MorningRead.com; News Stories — 1, Dylan Dethier, “Tiger’s press conferences point to his future,” Golf.com; 2, Dave Shedloski, “Golf gambling set to explode,” GolfDigest.com; 3, Adam Schupak, “Now on the tee, Mister Lee Elder,” Golfweek.com; Daily Features — 1, Gary Van Sickle, “Reed keeps losing battle for integrity,” MorningRead.com; 2, Ryan Lavner, “Willie Mack III needs to be heard,” GolfChannel.com. 3, Gary D’Amato, “Stricker’s journey to captain,” Wisconsin.golf. Non-Daily Features — 1, Dylan Dethier, “What makes Schauffele tick?” Golf Magazine; 2, Michael Bamberger, “Whitworth is one of a kind,” Golf Magazine; 3, Adam Schupak, “Rahm’s reign has begun,” Score Magazine.
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28-year-old PGA champion is collaborating with Jack Nicklaus on Panther National, located in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., the 1st course that will feature Thomas' name
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"If you focus only on the target you’ll play darn good golf."
JULY
26-27: Multi-Course and Resort Operators Retreat, Charleston, S.C.
JANUARY 2023
24-27: PGA Show, Orlando, Fla. | Info
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