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Can Golf Learn From USFL Technology

Everyone knows the Psychic is an avid golf fan. He marvels as the television and streaming coverage of golf tournaments improves weekly with each event, especially golf’s major championships, plus the Player’s.

Minnesota’s Own Noonan Golf Co.

Noonan Golf Co. aims to make the sport more ‘Caddyshack’ and less ‘Augusta’ to match golf’s changing demographics. Their affordable, limited-run, retro-chic accessories are available online and benefit youth golf organizations serving underrepresented communities.

Smith Rallies Late To Claim Twin Cities Open

A pair of birdies on the final two holes of his round Wednesday lifted professional Andy Smith to a one-stroke victory at the 2022 Twin Cities Open.

Stendahl Wins 38th Minnesota Senior Open

Walking off the green following a two-putt par to close out the final round of the 38th Minnesota Senior Open at Keller Golf Club, professional Derek Stendahl could think of only one word.

Gravel Pit Golf Course – Minnesota’s Newest Golf Course

There is a question I never thought I would be asking myself, “Is it possible to transform a gravel pit into a golf course?” It turns out the answer is a resounding, “Yes!”

The Gold Standard At Golden Eagle Golf Club

The sign out on County Road 1 says, “Welcome to Fifty Lakes.” No truer words were ever spoken as you roll into Golden Eagle Golf Club with your expectations high and of a day of pure, iconic northern Minnesota golf lying ahead of you.

Feel The Magic At Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

The beauty of the north, particularly along Lake Superior’s North Shore was always undeniable, but other than waterfalls and nature trails there was little allure for us stick-swingers. And then… well… Jeff Brauer. And then… well… Giants Ridge.

Giants Ridge – Minnesota Nice – Twice

The beauty of the north, particularly along Lake Superior’s North Shore was always undeniable, but other than waterfalls and nature trails there was little allure for us stick-swingers. And then… well… Jeff Brauer. And then… well… Giants Ridge.

The Wilderness At Fortune Bay – Big Game Hunting

I’ve seen one moose in Minnesota. One. I’ve heard there are many, but I’ve only personally seen one. “You never forget that first moose,” former GM of The Wilderness, Tom Beaudry, told me.

Cragun’s Resort – More Than A Lot

Resorts are so overbooked places like Bandon Dunes and Pinehurst are booking two full years out, and the best part for those of us in Minnesota is that a few of our best resorts are being hyper proactive with the development, expansion, and improvement of their facilities… ESPECIALLY at Cragun’s Resort on Gull Lake in Brainerd, Minnesota.

Breezy Point Resort – The King’s Aces

I host a handful of journalists in Minnesota every year. I take them around to the best courses in the Twin Cities and the state, and the course I’m always most excited to show them is my favorite Arnold Palmer course in the United States – Deacon’s Lodge, in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes, at Breezy Point Resort.

The Masters – Filled With Drama And Respect

As a child, the Psychic loved to ride the roller coaster. Anticipation of a dramatic combination of fear/exhilaration, on the trip to the amusement park made his stomach hurt, in that certain way.

To Annoy, Or Not To Annoy

Last month, one of the big golf magazines had an article about what annoys golf course superintendents.
Annoy might be mild … they also used the word “irk” … still pretty mild. I think words like “angry” … “outraged” … “furious” would be more accurate.