3 Things we are talking about:
1. It's Happy Time
Golfers of a certain age have had July 25th, 2025 on their calendars for the past year. It is the release date of the sequel to the Adam Sandler cult classic Happy Gilmore. "Are you too good for your home?? Answer me!" The nostalgia runs thick with this one. Golf is having a renaissance both on the course and in Hollywood.
Team Austad's can't wait for what is sure to be cinematic brilliance from Adam Sandler. To celebrate we have ordered Odyssey putters in the shape of a hockey stick. We've also stocked up on Happy Gilmore headcovers and limited edition Happy Gilmore Golf Balls. Supplies are limited and they'll go fast. Talk to your local Austad's store Manager to reserve yours today!
2. More Hollywood Sticks
Sticking with the Hollywood theme, have you watched the new Apple series Stick? The show features Owen Wilson as a struggling golf pro who finds salvation in a new project; coaching a talented kid who needs a father figure. The show is great for golfers and non-golfers alike. It's filled with laugh out loud moments while also hitting some deeper themes and exposing some of life's most difficult obstacles. It's July, you are watching golf, playing golf and constantly thinking about golf. Why not watch a show focused on our passion? Golf!
3. New Titleist Irons Coming in HOT!
I had the chance to hit the brand-new Titleist irons in late June; they did NOT disappoint! Whoa nelly, they've outdone themselves once again. The new T-Series irons are built to be a progressive fit. I fit into T-250's with a 4 iron in the T-350 and driver iron in the U505. The biggest things I noticed were a much-improved sound (which equates to feel) and more forgiveness on off center hits. The irons themselves look fantastic (T-250's pictured below).
Many pros have already put these in the bag. They are worth a try see how they compare to your current gamers. Presale and fittings begin July 10th with full retail rollout on August 21st. Come check them out!
2 Things You Need To Know:
1. Midwest Proud Headwear
Look around the golf course at what folks are sporting. Gone are the days of the bland cotton shirt. It's a new age where golfers want to look as unique as they feel. Team Austad's has a blast designing product that brings our customers' personality to the forefront of their bag and clothing.
Check out some of the unique hat options designed with our friends at Branded Bills. Your clubs need protection, why not make that headcover an extension of you! Here are some fun options. Have a unique idea? Bring it to the Austad team. Maybe your idea or design will make into our product mix in 2026!
2. Chipping Made Easy
Our mission is the help each person have as much fun as humanly possible with the sport of golf. To that end, we are constantly looking for ways to make the game easier. Let's face it, we've fallen in love with a sport that cannot be mastered. On average, a 10 handicapper will only hit 33% of greens in regulation.
Chipping can be the difference between a low score and a "should I take up tennis?" round. That is why we LOVE these Odyssey Chippers. Use your putting stroke and knock it tight while avoiding those flubbed chip shots. Check out the chipper in action in this video. Chippers are in stock at all Austad's locations.
1 Mission Moment
In late June the Austad Family hosted the 20th Annual Austad Invitational to benefit Feed My Starving Children. The tournament along with the auction raised significant dollars to feed kids all over the world. In addition, these dollars are donated to local food banks in each of our markets.
While the tournament was a blast, the real fun was had packing meals as a team! Austad's organized 500 volunteers to pack 101,000 meals over a 2-day span. This will feed nearly 100 kids for a year! Thank you to everyone reading this for giving us the opportunity to facilitate projects like this.
