The Players is underway, Colin needs a backiotomy, and Spring golf gear is hitting the shelves.
Here’s to a weekend watching golf and today’s newsletter to get you off on the right foot.
🗂️ IN THIS ISSUE
→ Euro captain Luke Donald keeps Greyson classy
→ Golf Dads unite
→ The island polo perfect for the course

👀 Best Things We Saw This Week

✍️ Editor’s Picks
OMEN.EXR Floppy Disk Ball Marker ($127) → Most ball markers are mass-produced and made to be lost or forgotten. Omen restores the craft back to golf accessories through detailed pieces that are made with intention and inspiration. Shop here
APL Men’s Nostalgia ‘87 ($295) → The lulu-adjacent brand is back with a classic court sneaker just in time for summer. Shop here
Sully & Co. Island Break Polo ($79) → Sullivan’s Island, SC is known for the laid back beaches and the lifestyle that comes with it. This 4-button polo is an ode to that relaxed attitude, with 4-way stretch and 93% pima cotton. Shop here

💲 Sales Worth Your Money

Big box retailers like Dick’s are great for closeout deals as they make room for the new season’s products.
They have a ton of golf apparel, here’s a few of our favorites:
Nike Victory Pro 4 Golf Shoes $
154$114Puma CLOUDSPUN Tech Golf Hoodie $
85$47

🙌 Thanks for reading
Stay cool, swing easy — see you next week.
— Riley, Founder & Editor
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