Tuesday Nov 10, 2026
FIRST THOUGHT

POLL OF THE WEEK

IRON SHARPENS IRON
What brand of irons do you play?
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Last week: What brand of driver do you play? | Results

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

SELLING POINTS
What characteristics do you look for when buying a set of irons?
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Last week: What characteristics do you look for when buying a driver? | Read

GOLF INDUSTRY NEWS
Powers will oversee the 2028 championship at Bethpage Black
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Beginning Jan. 1, Indigo Sports, a Troon company, will oversee golf operations, agronomy, sales and marketing for the Endicott, New York, club
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Historic downtown Phoenix club prepares for multi-million renovation this spring
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Indoor golf’s top brands and essential components are available at the year’s best prices
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Redesigned digital experience assists golfers to understand why a precise fitting, craftsmanship and an exact-specification build are essential to better performance
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Through Dec. 31, MCP's Power Pass gives passholders a free round at each of four Arizona golf courses, while youth age 12 and younger ski, mountain bike and golf for free
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The Staten Island, New York, program promotes inclusive athletics and celebrated its successful fall 2026 sports series
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Trump’s Twelve and the Turnberry Lighthouse earn global honors as the Ailsa is named Scotland’s Best Golf Course for the second consecutive year
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The 15-year Tour veteran earned $1 million for the award that recognizes strategic decision-making
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The women-owned brand will showcase patent-pending grip protection and a multifunctional towel strap
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The 19-year-old PGA Tour rookie claimed a playoff victory at the Worldwide Technology Championship with a Zenergy 2.0PT putter grip
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The Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, destination offers golf, along with resort dining, a variety of amenities and access to the Atlantic Ocean coastline
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READ, WATCH, LISTEN

➡️ Trump Turnberry’s Wait for Open Championship Extends to Next Decade
David Rumsey | Front Office Sports | Read

➡️ WTGL launch day provides a glimpse into golf’s strange new world
James Colgan | Golf.com | Read

➡️ Jay Monahan opens up on controversial pre-LIV ‘feeder tour’ decision
Dylan Dethier | Golf.com | Read

➡️ Judge wants former U.S. attorney to investigate whether the government misled her in Trump golf case
Gary Fields / Jesse Bedayn | Golf Digest | Read

FEATURES
TFC Inbox: When it comes to drivers, tech and shafts win out over sticker shock
The First Call readers share the specs, fittings and sweet-spot feels that justify pulling the trigger on a new driver.
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RECENT DROPS

🎧 ASSOCIATION OF GOLF MERCHANDISERS
Retail at the Home of Golf
Guest: Kevin Liddle, head of retail at St. Andrews Links.
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🎧 DRIVER$
How golf's 5 million acres benefit the world
Guest: Forrest Richardson, founder of Forrest Richardson Golf Course Architects.
Listen | Archives

🎧 GRAPES & GREENS
Costa Navarino's David Ashington on redefining the modern luxury golf experience
Guest: David Ashington, general manager of golf, Costa Navarino.
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🎧 | ▶️ GOLF AND THE GOOD LIFE
Stuff happens: Common golf travel problems and how to avoid them
Co-hosts: D.J. Jones and Connor Evers.
Listen / Watch | Archives

🎧 | ▶️ CONTENT CLUBHOUSE
Jaquan Ware: A story of self-belief
Guest: Jaquan Ware, content creator.
Listen / Watch | Archives

🎧 GOLF INNERVIEW WITH ANN LIGUORI
Ibcool's Jamie Handler talks fabric innovation, success secrets
Guest: Jamie Handler, president, Ibcool Athleisure Wear.
Listen | Archives

ARCHIVES: 🎧 Podcasts | ▶️ Videos

TFC GOLF JOB BOARD

THIS WEEK'S FEATURED LISTINGS

▪️Data Engineering & Architecture Manager
Heritage Golf Group
Herndon, Virginia | Info

▪️Assistant Golf Professional
Papago Golf Club
Phoenix, Arizona | Info

▪️Greenskeeper
Edgewater Golf Club
Lancaster, South Carolina | Info

▪️ The First Call Job Board
▪️ Buffalo Groupe Job Openings

GOLF IN MOTION MONTHLY

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CALENDAR

NOVEMBER
9-11: International Association of Golf Administrators Annual Conference | Info
9-11: Golf Business Network Leadership Summit, Pinehurst, North Carolina | Info

JANUARY
26: AGM Retail Conference, Orlando, Florida | Info
26-29: PGA Show, Orlando, Florida | Info

COMPLETE CALENDAR >

To submit events for the calendar, please include the event name, date, location and informational link to info@firstcallgolf.com.