Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
FIRST THOUGHT

Respondents to The First Call | Extra's poll question "Justin Thomas, 32, is about to return from back surgery and Jordan Spieth, 32, says he is no longer restricted by a lingering left wrist injury. Who is most likely to win again first?" were nearly split. Of the 534 votes, 44% chose Jordan Spieth, while 40% chose Justin Thomas. A healthy 16% believe neither will win again.

POLL

▪️ Should the Trump administration be involved with the running of Washington, D.C.’s three municipal golf facilities? | Vote
▪️ Previous: Which is the better schedule swing on the PGA Tour? | Results

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

▪️ What is your opinion of the Trump administration's involvement with Washington, D.C.’s three municipal golf courses currently being managed by National Links Trust? | Respond 
> They rescued D.C.'s munys. Then Trump took over. Inside the fight between the president and public golf | Golf Digest | Read
> The National Links Trust’s Battle with the Trump Administration explained | Fried Egg Golf | Read
> Uncertainty and a new lawsuit swirl around the National Links Trust and Washington D.C. golf courses | GolfPass | Read
▪️ Previous: What are the key ingredients to the ideal buddy trip? | Read

   

GOLF INDUSTRY NEWS
The partnership will continue to elevate the qualifying tour of the LPGA, including significant enhancements to the Epson Tour Championship
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A redesigned interface debuts the Digital Training Facility, a purpose-built environment designed to make practice immersive, competitive and measurable
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McCormick is the 2015 PGA Teacher of the Year, longtime coach of Jordan Spieth and founder of the performance academy Altus Performance
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The ball delivers a blend of visual performance, increased distance and greenside control in a bold, modern look
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The series is built to deliver tour-caliber performance with a softer feel, longer distance and greenside control — all while taking a step toward sustainability
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The event at Medinah Country Club recognized the top facilities and people of the past year
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Allergy brand launches 360-degree "Yes Season" campaign, empowering allergy sufferers to embrace spring adventures
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IGA sponsors play a key role in supporting the indoor golf industry and advancing its cause and purpose
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New New York location reinforces demand for a performance-driven, data-backed indoor golf membership model
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The free, April 11 event is an opportunity for the Reading, Pennsylvania, community to tour the newly renovated club, its golf course and multiple dining and event venues
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Jim Furyk joins the Golf Channel booth as analyst alongside play-by-play commentator Terry Gannon; Puerto Rico Open, Blue Bay LPGA, James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational and Joburg Open will also air
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Colombian-born pro won for the third time on the PGA Tour using a Zenergy Pistol Tour putter grip
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Secluded Mexico destination features plenty of amenities and two Jack Nicklaus Signature golf courses
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READ, WATCH, LISTEN

▪️ 8 LIV Golf players stranded in Middle East amid U.S.-Iran war
[Joel Beall | Golf Digest | Read]

▪️ Jon Rahm explains why he rejected DP World Tour deal over ‘extortion’ claims
[Brody Miller | The Athletics | Read]

▪️ World No. 7 Russell Henley believes the Players is a major
[Cameron Jourdan | Golfweek | Read]

▪️ Chris Gotterup soaking up new experiences. That includes his first trip to Augusta National
[Doug Ferguson | Associated Press | Read]

ON TOUR

PGA Tour: Arnold Palmer Invitational
Site: Orlando, Florida.
Course: Bay Hill Club & Lodge.
Television [ET]: Thursday-Friday, 2-6 p.m. (Golf Channel); Saturday-Sunday, 12:30-2:30 p.m. (Golf Channel), 2:30-6 p.m. (NBC).
GCSAA Fact Sheet

LIV Golf League: LIV Golf Hong Kong
Site: Hong Kong.
Course: Hong Kong GC (Fanling).
Television [ET]: Thursday, 12-1 a.m. (FS2), 1-5 a.m. (FS1); Thursday, 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. (FS2), 1-4 a.m. (FS1); Saturday, 12-5 a.m. (FS1); Saturday, 10:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. (Fox One), 1-4:30 a.m. (FS1).

LPGA Tour: Blue Bay LPGA
Site: Hainan Island, China.
Course: Jian Lake Blue Bay GC.
Television [ET]: Wednesday-Friday, 11 p.m. to 4 a.m. (Golf Channel); Sunday, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. (Golf Channel).

PGA Tour: Puerto Rico Open
Site: Rio Grande, Puerto Rico.
Course: Grand Reserve CC.
Television [ET]: Thursday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Golf Channel); Saturday-Sunday, 2:30-5 p.m. (Golf Channel).
GCSAA Fact Sheet

DP World Tour / Sunshine Tour: Joburg Open
Site: Johannesburg, South Africa.
Course: Houghton GC.
Television [ET]: Thursday-Friday, 5:30-10 a.m. (Golf Channel), 10-10:30 a.m. (Golf Channel app); Saturday, 5-5:30 a.m. (Golf Channel app), 5:30-9:30 a.m. (Golf Channel); Sunday, 5-10 a.m. (Golf Channel).

COMPLETE SCHEDULE >

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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED LISTINGS

▪️ Head Men's Golf Coach | Part-time
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Holland, Michigan | Info

▪️ Customer Service Agent
PGA Tour
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida | Info

▪️ Compensation and Performance Analyst
PGA of America
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CALENDAR

MARCH
4: ForeUp Digital Summit | Info
9-13: ASGCA Design Boot Camp, Pinehurst, North Carolina | Info
23-25: Asia Golf Tourism Convention, Thailand | Info

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