The First Call 05-27-2026

FIRST THOUGHT

Junior golf is becoming golf's powerhouse demographic, with nearly 4 million juniors (ages 6–17) hitting the fairways. According to the National Golf Foundation's Graffis Report 2025 and USGA, this segment has grown 58% since 2019—the largestincrease of any age group.

POLL

▪️ If you were the Golf Czar for a day, which PGA Tour rule change would you implement first? | Vote
▪️ Previous: Will PGA Championship winner Aaron Rai, 31, be a one-hit major champion or will he win more? | Results

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

▪️ Do you believe the PGA Tour needs a cut line to remain competitive, or is the no-cut model better for the fans who just want to see the big names? | Respond
▪️ Previous: What are your opinions of the PGA Championship — the winner, the overall play, the course? | Read

GOLF INDUSTRY NEWS

Legacy Hotels: Partners with RTJ II to redevelop iconic Mena House GC

Talaat Moustafa Group’s hospitality arm collaborates with Robert Trent Jones II to transform the historic 100-year-old course into a premier destination facing the Giza Pyramids

SuperStroke: Unveils Revl Element 4X club grip with reduced taper technology

The hybrid grip features an enlarged lower profile simulating four extra wraps of tape to promote even grip pressure and stabilize the clubface through impact

GolfN: Launches upgraded pro shop with point-to-cash payment flexibility

The rewards app now offers flexible checkout options, 5% back on cash purchases, and advanced tracking to help golfers earn gear from top brands like Cobra, L.A.B. Golf and Miura

Five Iron Golf: Opens indoor golf, entertainment hub in Dubai’s Business Bay

The 6,500-square-foot venue features Trackman simulators, multisport gaming, and a full-service bar in the heart of Dubai’s premier business district

Indoor Golf Alliance: Launches 'Interview with an Operator' podcast series

Starting July 1, this series offers actionable insights from industry leaders to help entrepreneurs launch and scale successful indoor golf businesses across the country.

BallenIsles CC: Brian Mackey completes 24-hour golf marathon

The club's director of instruction and his team played 600 holes in 24 hours at Hamilton Farm Golf Club in New Jersey, raising over $150,000 to support veteran care programs and mental health initiatives

JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa: Debuts a stay-and-play package

Available July through October 2026, this escape pairs championship golf with striking desert-to-sea landscapes and high-end resort luxury

St. Regis Cap Cana Resort: Debuts luxury stay-and-play golf packages

Enjoy one round of golf per night featuring caddie service and coastal views, paired with elegant rooms, eight dining venues and world-class spa treatments in the Dominican Republic

SuperStroke: Wyndham Clark wins CJ Cup Byron Nelson with full bag of grips

Clark secured his fourth career victory and a 30-under-par finish using 13 Revl Player club grips and a Zenergy Tour 3.0 17-inch putter grip

Spirit Golf Management: Debuted the Remo Golf private simulator suite at Fairways Golf Club in Warrington, Pennsylvania, using advanced Trackman technology.

EXPANDED NOTES >

READ, WATCH, LISTEN

▪️ ‘It’s tough to see’: Bryson DeChambeau opens up on harsh criticism he’s faced
[Kevin Cunningham | Golf.com | Read]

▪️ Controversial PGA of America president Don Rea has been abruptly replaced
[Tod Leonard | Golf Digest | Read]

ICYMI

TFC Inbox: Reviews are in for Aronimink, PGA

The First Call readers weigh in on Aaron Rai’s 2026 PGA Championship victory, debating whether the course's punishing setup was a brilliant return to form or simply too slow and severe.

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▪️ Head Golf Professional
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St. Simon's Island, Georgia | Info

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CALENDAR

JUNE
9-10: Multi-Course & Resort Operators Retreat 2026, Monterey, California | Info

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