Michael LoRé
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The Fall issue of Vicarious is out. Check out my latest Pin High golf column featuring experiences playing Van Cortlandt (NY) and Royal Turks & Caicos.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:43 PM
The Fall issue of Vicarious is out. Check out my latest Pin High golf column featuring experiences playing Van Cortlandt (NY) and Royal Turks & Caicos.
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"I believe it's going to be the greatest sporting event to be held in this country, period—regardless of whatever sport you want to talk about."
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Andrés Cantor Has High Hopes For 2026 FIFA World Cup
A projected 6.5 million fans are expected to attend the tournament’s 104 matches throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico next summer.
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November 17, 2025 at 2:31 PM
"I believe it's going to be the greatest sporting event to be held in this country, period—regardless of whatever sport you want to talk about."
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The PGA of America CEO talks about approaching one year in charge, the state of golf's governing bodies and appealing to new generations.
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November 4, 2025 at 4:57 PM
The PGA of America CEO talks about approaching one year in charge, the state of golf's governing bodies and appealing to new generations.
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"We were kind of the first ones to introduce inserts in a big way and inserts on a mass scale. Then, of course, White Hot was really the big one in 2000 that kind of blew it all out into the open and got us to No. 1."
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Odyssey Celebrates 25 Years As No. 1 Putter On Tour
The Callaway-owned brand is getting into the zero-torque craze with its S2S Tri-Hot putter line available starting November 7.
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October 30, 2025 at 2:46 PM
"We were kind of the first ones to introduce inserts in a big way and inserts on a mass scale. Then, of course, White Hot was really the big one in 2000 that kind of blew it all out into the open and got us to No. 1."
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"I want to keep inspiring women to have that courage to use their voices."
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Melissa Ortiz’s Bet On Herself Paying Off For Her And Latinas
The former Colombian WNT player who spoke out about federation inequalities has found success as an analyst and entrepreneur, paving the way for fellow Latinas to follow.
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October 20, 2025 at 1:42 PM
"I want to keep inspiring women to have that courage to use their voices."
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"You can't turn on any golf around the world without seeing the Rolex brand." - PGA of America CEO Derek Sprague
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PGA Of America CEO Says Rolex Is “Most Powerful Brand In Golf”
PGA of America CEO Derek Sprague didn't just call the Swiss watchmaker the most important parter of the PGA of America and Ryder Cup, but across the entire golf industry.
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October 6, 2025 at 3:24 PM
"You can't turn on any golf around the world without seeing the Rolex brand." - PGA of America CEO Derek Sprague
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"It's a two-year story and this is just the beginning. This was the beginning of Penfold once again. Yes, it's the Ryder Cup in 2025, but we're part of it then you're going to start to see offshoots of what’s going to happen."
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Penfold Golf Strives To Get Back Into Fold Ahead Of 100th Anniversary
The brand made famous by James Bond and Seve Ballesteros seeks a resurgence under Gavin Perrett, CEO of Penfold Golf Limited, a licensee of the parent firm in England.
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September 23, 2025 at 1:36 PM
"It's a two-year story and this is just the beginning. This was the beginning of Penfold once again. Yes, it's the Ryder Cup in 2025, but we're part of it then you're going to start to see offshoots of what’s going to happen."
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From Penfold Golf to Ralph Lauren, here are a few highlights from 2025 Ryder Cup apparel and merchandise collections.
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2025 Ryder Cup Apparel And Merchandise Roundup
Check out T-shirts, polos, outerwear, hats, bags and accessories from brands like Holderness & Bourne, Penfold Golf, Swag Golf and Ralph Lauren.
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September 22, 2025 at 1:24 PM
From Penfold Golf to Ralph Lauren, here are a few highlights from 2025 Ryder Cup apparel and merchandise collections.
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"If you Google him, you can see about him and all the championships he’s won, but people haven’t been able to tell his story, so we’re looking forward to being able to do that more with our apparel."
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Dick’s Sporting Goods Strives To Revive The Legacy Of Walter Hagen
Hagen, an 11-time major winner known as the “father of professional golf,” was also a four-time Ryder Cup-winning captain.
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September 15, 2025 at 1:29 PM
"If you Google him, you can see about him and all the championships he’s won, but people haven’t been able to tell his story, so we’re looking forward to being able to do that more with our apparel."
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"Especially in a sport like golf, we should create as many opportunities for women as we do for men. It's because everybody can play. As many opportunities as I give to men, I'd definitely love to give to women."
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Darius Rucker On Why He Gives Back Through Golf
The three-time Grammy winner hosts a number of collegiate and charitable tournaments, benefitting young men and women on and off the course.
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September 8, 2025 at 1:35 PM
"Especially in a sport like golf, we should create as many opportunities for women as we do for men. It's because everybody can play. As many opportunities as I give to men, I'd definitely love to give to women."
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"I think what happens at this Ryder Cup will be sort of my thing for the rest of my career."
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Keegan Bradley Knows 2025 Ryder Cup Will Be Legacy-Defining Event
Already under the microscope as a potential playing captain, Bradley acknowledged he'll have to live with his decisions whether or not the U.S. Team wins or loses.
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August 20, 2025 at 1:18 PM
"I think what happens at this Ryder Cup will be sort of my thing for the rest of my career."
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"Outfitting America's best players as they represent our country on the global stage—there's nothing more meaningful than that." - David Lauren
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Ralph Lauren Unveils Scripting For U.S. Team At 2025 Ryder Cup
The iconic American fashion brand has been the official outfitter of the U.S. Ryder Cup team since 2012. The 2025 Ryder Cup will be played September 26-28.
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August 18, 2025 at 1:03 PM
"Outfitting America's best players as they represent our country on the global stage—there's nothing more meaningful than that." - David Lauren
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The summer issue of Vicarious Magazine is out now. Check out my latest Pin High golf column (P38-42).
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August 6, 2025 at 2:45 PM
The summer issue of Vicarious Magazine is out now. Check out my latest Pin High golf column (P38-42).
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"We developed a new optimization process with Altair software to help us identify any alternative designs that could stiffen the sole and maintain forgiveness. To our surprise, the simulation converged on a very triangular shape and decreased the clubhead's volume."
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Can Cleveland Golf’s Triangular-Shaped HiBore XL Start A Trend?
Love or hate its unique clubhead shape, the driver was engineered and designed for forgiveness, not just to create a stir on social media.
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August 1, 2025 at 7:02 PM
"We developed a new optimization process with Altair software to help us identify any alternative designs that could stiffen the sole and maintain forgiveness. To our surprise, the simulation converged on a very triangular shape and decreased the clubhead's volume."
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"Loads of Americans play football but when it's in the States and people are going to the games, it's an enjoyable day first of all, then you start to take an interest in the game. With the World Cup coming, it makes it even better as well."
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Premier League Summer Series Reinforces League’s Growth In The U.S.
Attendance for Manchester United-West Ham (82,566) at MetLife Stadium was more than the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Final between Chelsea and PSG two weeks prior.
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July 27, 2025 at 7:48 PM
"Loads of Americans play football but when it's in the States and people are going to the games, it's an enjoyable day first of all, then you start to take an interest in the game. With the World Cup coming, it makes it even better as well."
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If you bring the greatest here, the whole world is watching and that’s good for all of us." - Nashville SC forward Hany Mukhtar
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MLS All-Stars Appreciate Lionel Messi’s Invaluable Impact On League
Despite skipping the 2025 MLS All-Star Game in Austin, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner’s influence continues to benefit everyone involved with MLS.
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July 24, 2025 at 6:43 PM
If you bring the greatest here, the whole world is watching and that’s good for all of us." - Nashville SC forward Hany Mukhtar
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I asked some MLS All-Stars their thoughts on the league's potential calendar switch ahead of Wednesday's Board of Governors meeting.
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MLS All-Stars Divided Over League’s Potential Calendar Change
MLS Board of Governors will address a potential league-wide calendar change as one of the topics at its annual meeting during 2025 MLS All-Star in Austin.
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July 23, 2025 at 1:49 PM
I asked some MLS All-Stars their thoughts on the league's potential calendar switch ahead of Wednesday's Board of Governors meeting.
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"Somebody has to make the community better. Somebody has to get involved. Somebody has to be a leader in the community and that’s what we try to do in Akron." - Matt Kaulig
Kaulig Companies Keeps Golf—And Its Benefits—Coming To Northeast Ohio
As title sponsor of the PGA Tour Champions major at Firestone Country Club, Kaulig Companies continues to uplift its local community.
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June 24, 2025 at 4:47 PM
"Somebody has to make the community better. Somebody has to get involved. Somebody has to be a leader in the community and that’s what we try to do in Akron." - Matt Kaulig
He's already mastered soccer. Now Gareth Bale is working on conquering golf.
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Golf Gives Gareth Bale A New Sport To Try To Master
Once a point of contention for some fans during his playing career, the Welshman's passion for golf remains strong since retiring from soccer in January 2023.
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June 20, 2025 at 1:51 PM
He's already mastered soccer. Now Gareth Bale is working on conquering golf.
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Second time's the charm for Boston Legacy FC?
Boston Legacy FC Is In Its Trust-Building Era With New Logo, Identity
After a tumultuous start to the NWSL expansion side’s existence, chief revenue officer Amina Bulman ensures the club is prioritizing building trust amid a rebrand.
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June 9, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Second time's the charm for Boston Legacy FC?
I didn't have a Gap x Malbon collab on my bingo card this year, but if you think about it, it makes so much sense.
Gap Partners With Malbon To Bridge The Gap Between Style And Sport
Globally recognized icon of casual American style and golf-inspired lifestyle brand team up for limited-edition collection for men and women.
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June 7, 2025 at 4:54 PM
I didn't have a Gap x Malbon collab on my bingo card this year, but if you think about it, it makes so much sense.
TGL announces its first expansion franchise: Motor City Golf Club (MCGC).
Representing Detroit, MCGC includes owners from both the Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos. The team will begin play in TGL's third season in 2027.
Representing Detroit, MCGC includes owners from both the Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos. The team will begin play in TGL's third season in 2027.
May 20, 2025 at 3:26 PM
TGL announces its first expansion franchise: Motor City Golf Club (MCGC).
Representing Detroit, MCGC includes owners from both the Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos. The team will begin play in TGL's third season in 2027.
Representing Detroit, MCGC includes owners from both the Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos. The team will begin play in TGL's third season in 2027.
New U.S. Soccer national team kits just dropped today. Thoughts?
May 13, 2025 at 4:21 PM
New U.S. Soccer national team kits just dropped today. Thoughts?
FIFA announced the Women's World Cup will expand from 32 nations to 48 beginning with the 2031 tournament hosted by the U.S. and CONCACAF partners.
May 9, 2025 at 5:30 PM
FIFA announced the Women's World Cup will expand from 32 nations to 48 beginning with the 2031 tournament hosted by the U.S. and CONCACAF partners.