Adapting to a new generation of golfers

St. Simons Island is a small island on the coast of Georgia known for its quiet vibes, southern charm and beautiful beaches. Some would argue it is one of the best places in the country to take a golf trip. St. Simons, which many call Sea Island due to the large 5 diamond resort on the island, has 7 quality golf courses. It’s no surprise that there are over 20 PGA Tour golf professionals that call Sea Island home when they are not on the road. Below are some tips for helping plan out your Sea Island Golf Trip that are helpful for any golfers heading down to the Georgia Sea Coast.

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If you are looking to work in the golf industry, the chances are that you love golf. Loving the game is important to work in the industry, but there are millions of people who love golf so enjoying the game is not the best way to stand out over others. If you are searching for a golf job, exploring a career in golf, or just interested in the golf industry, here are 5 expert tips for getting a golf job!

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Playing in golf tournaments are fun, especially when you are competing with friends and raising money
for a great cause. Most people that play in charity events get invitations from friends and family
associated with the charity, but for those of us just looking to compete and give back, I listed some
resources to find charity golf tournaments in your area.

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If you are looking to work in the golf industry, internship experience is a significant advantage. The good news is that many golf companies hire interns during the fall, spring, and summer. Even if you are looking to work in marketing and sales as a career, having a golf operations internship with the PGA, AJGA or USGA can certainly benefit your career. Getting any internship experience, especially at a well-known golf company, can help you get a golf job since many of the largest companies in golf know one another and send talent to each other’s organizations. The below article highlights information about the different types of golf internships available.

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Finding gifts for golfers is tough! My wife always tells me that I am impossible to shop for because I buy golf stuff on my own and she has trouble finding golf gifts which I do not already have. I guess when you work in the golf industry you get a lot of different golf gifts so it's hard to find items which are special. Given the holidays are coming up, we wanted to showcase some last minute golf gifts for the golfer in your life. We worked to provide some discounts to help you save a few dollars too. Below highlights 5 unique and last minute golf gifts that any golfer could use.

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We went to the depths of Ebay to search for some of the worst golf hats of all time. The funny thing about this is that I bet some people buy some of the hats below to go with a vintage look on the course. Here are the worst looking golf hats we could find. 

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If you are an avid golfer like me, finding golf apps that can help your game or entertain you while not distracting you on the course or drain your battery can be a challenge. Personally, if I am playing a competitive stroke play round, I like to leave my phone in the car to avoid calls and other distractions which can hurt my game. There are so many golf apps on the market these days but wanted to highlight a few of the best apps for avid golfers and the app features which I like most.

• Golfshot – Course Flyover Feature – Being one of the most comprehensive GPS apps on the market, Golfshot provides some pretty impressive course flyover maps which can help golfers to see the hole, and to also view any penalty areas or bunkers that can affect your shots. If I'm mapping out a new course for a competitive round of golf, this app gives me a better insight on the course since most golf course websites may just have some small pictures of the holes without good features.

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A colleague of mine at Nextgengolf said that before he started working here, he had no idea who does what in golf. This colleague is an avid golfer who grew up around the game but interesting enough, he did not know much about golf’s governing bodies and what they really do. I asked a few friends if they knew what the USGA, PGA, and CMAA did, and they had mixed answers. I thought it would be helpful to create a simple guide to golf’s most important associations and governing bodies so golf consumers can better understand the sport and what each organization does. Please note that the list below is not comprehensive, and each organization does more than what is described.

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Considering I have zero artistic talent to paint a picture and I know nothing about art, finding and understanding golf art is certainly a challenge. Although golf memorabilia is appealing to me, my wife would never allow me to put up a picture of Arnold Palmer or Tiger Woods in our home. Over the holidays I spent some time looking for some really cool pieces and came up with 5 places that offer awesome golf art. Be sure to check out these cool golf art sites. Enjoy!

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Photo Credit: Matt Adams Fairways of Life Golf Show

Are you a golf enthusiast looking for a good podcast? I was looking for a new golf podcast the other day and could not believe how many of them exist. Given Nextgengolf does not have a podcast, I thought it would be a good idea to highlight all the different golf podcasts so you can find a good one that is right for you. We break up podcasts into 6 categories including Professional Tours, Game Improvement, Junior Golf, Fantasy Golf, Entertainment and Golf Business. Podcasts are certainly growing in popularity given there are over 110 golf podcasts! If we are missing any, please let us know at (info@nextgengolf.org) so we can update the list. The names on this list are done alphabetically meaning they are not in a particular order or preference. Happy listening!

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Want your golf tournament or golf course to stand out from the crowd? Get some cool tee markers that everyone will want to take a picture. Be different than the standard blue, white, and red. Below highlights eight really cool golf tee markers we found that leave a lasting impression.

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Golfers love to talk about golf, and it’s often described as an addiction or a passion. It’s no secret that golf is a very popular sport in America, especially in business communities. No matter what industry you are in, there is a good chance your company or management at the company are involved with the game of golf in some fashion. If you are looking for a secret weapon to networking, golf networking is the way to go. Here’s why:

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As a former caddie for 12 years you see all kinds of golfers on the course. It’s always scary when you get a loop for a new person and don’t have any idea what type of golfer they are. Between playing golf for 20 years and experiences as a caddie, there are typically some themes on the course which suggest someone might be a good golfer. If you are new to the game, want to determine if the person you are paired up with is any good or if you just want to look good on the course, below highlights 11 tell tale signs that someone is a good golfer.

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Whether or not you are a golfer, attending a PGA Tour golf tournament is a must do for everyone. With so many options on Labor Day, I thought I would highlight why going to the Dell Technologies Championship at TPC Boston this September is a great idea for any family looking for a fun and different activity.

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