Pinehurst wasn’t planned to become a golf mecca–it just happened. In 1895, businessman James Walker Tufts built a retreat focused on fresh air and relaxation, then added a golf course to keep guests entertained. When Donald Ross arrived to design and refine courses like the legendary No. 2, Pinehurst’s fate as the “Cradle of American…
Every January starts the same way: big plans, blank calendars, and a sincere promise that this will be the year you play more golf. Not necessarily better golf – baby steps – just more of it. More rounds, more memories, more chasing daylight on the back nine. If that’s your goal for 2026, these golf…
Golf resolutions don’t have to be joyless. Or extreme. Or abandoned by February. This year, skip the wildly unrealistic promises (looking at you, “scratch by July”) and focus on goals that actually make you excited to play, practice, and sneak away for a golf trip or two. Here are fun New Year’s resolutions for golfers…
Golf travel has absolutely boomed over the past few years – up nearly 50% since before COVID. With more groups hitting the road (or the skies), one thing hasn’t changed: every crew has that one person who ends up planning the whole trip. Maybe they volunteered… maybe they didn’t. Either way, the job isn’t easy….
Today, we’re tackling the shank – the most dreaded mishit in golf. That horrifying hosel rocket that sends your ball careening sideways, leaving you staring at your club in disbelief. It’s frustrating, humbling, and somehow, in hindsight, a little bit funny – though you’ll probably need a few deep breaths and a silent count to…
There’s golf, and then there’s golf that truly belongs. You know it when you see it. The kind of courses that don’t fight the land, but follow it. Where if you closed your eyes, you could just about imagine what the place looked like before fairways and greens were mowed. That’s precisely the philosophy behind…
In a game increasingly obsessed with distance and power, par-3 courses offer a welcome change of pace – more approachable for families, kids, and the everyday golfer. And thanks to their growing popularity, these short courses are no longer just an afterthought. Designers get to let loose, experiment, and sprinkle in a little extra flair…
Mountains, marshes, beaches, and more golf than you could ever fit into one trip? That’s South Carolina. Here, variety isn’t just a perk – it’s the point. With pleasant year-round weather across the state’s 350 golf courses, golf never really takes a break here, which means you won’t have to either. Best Golf Courses in…
It’s (almost) the most wonderful time of the year – aka, the season of “what on earth do I get her?” To make your holiday shopping a little bit easier, we’ve hand-picked some of the best golf gifts for women. From stylish polos to high-tech rangefinders, finding the perfect gift for the special lady in…
What do you get for the guy who already has it all? Start with something that speaks to his favorite obsession: golf. From sleek shoes and cutting-edge tech to a whiskey decanter that belongs in every man cave, we’ve tracked down the best golf gifts for men guaranteed to make even the “I don’t need…
Southern California golf is like showing up to a party where everyone’s insanely good-looking and you’re just trying not to spill your drink. Everywhere you turn, the fairways are flawless, the greens are manicured to near-perfection, and the views – oh, the views – are jaw-dropping. There’s history here, sure, but mostly there’s golf that…
Forget everything you think you know about the desert. Because golf in Arizona isn’t dry, dull, or unforgiving – it’s spectacular. It’s sun-soaked fairways weaving through red rock canyons. It’s towering saguaros punctuating the horizon. It’s sunshine more than 300 days a year. It’s just plain hard to beat. And with winter rounding the corner,…
Golf may not have ghosts or goblins, but it does have plenty of frights – plunging bunkers, menacing water carries, and knee-knocking downhill putts. This Halloween, we’re spotlighting the world’s scariest golf holes and shots, the ones that make even seasoned players’ spines tingle. Scariest Golf Holes and Shots 1. Scariest Opening Hole Golf Course:…
The People Behind ShipSticks delves into the journeys of our employees, both on and off the course, and the experiences that inspire the work we do for you. It all started with a set of pink golf clubs. And pink golf balls, pink tees, and, of course, a pink glove. How else do you get…
As the sweltering summer heat begins to fade, golfers everywhere eagerly anticipate the arrival of fall. Why? Because autumn brings with it the perfect conditions for a golf getaway. That early morning mist, the crunch of leaves underfoot. There’s nothing quite like it. So, keep those heavy sweaters and hand warmers tucked away a little…
Will Patrick Cantlay wear the team hats? Will there be caddie confrontations? Golf fans are buzzing for the 2025 Ryder Cup, and for good reason. Between a brutally difficult golf course, a captain who could have suited up himself, and the echoes of 2023’s drama, this year’s edition of the Ryder Cup is shaping up…
Spring and summer may be the traditional stars of golf season, but there’s something uniquely special about playing when the rest of the world is bundled in coats and scarves. For golfers in northern climates, few feelings compare to stepping onto a plane in the dead of winter, only to step off into warm sunshine…
“Nebraska? For golf?” We get it. Nebraska – you’re probably picturing cornfields, college football, and cattle. Or maybe the world’s largest porch swing (yes, that’s a real roadside attraction). But golf? Not so much. Some folks would struggle to find it on a map without a little help from the audience. And yet, little did…
Golf often gets pegged as a pastime for retirees or business execs, but don’t let that fool you. Golf is surprisingly good for your body, your brain, and even your mood, no matter your age. From low-impact exercise to mental sharpness and stress relief, a round of golf can do more than just fill a…
The 18th hole is where everything comes to a head. It’s where friendly wagers are settled, record rounds are either sealed or slip away, and where pressure can turn a good day into a great one – or unravel it entirely. Whether it’s navigating a daunting water hazard, soaking in a breathtaking view, or keeping…
