Jason Dufner’s Setup 2012 HP Byron Nelson Championship:

• Driver: Titleist 910D2
• Fairway: Titleist 910F, Titleist 906F2
• Hybrid: Titleist 910H
• Irons: Titleist AP2 (712)
• Wedges: Vokey Design SM4
• Putter: Scotty Cameron Prototype
• Ball: Titleist Pro V1

www.titleist.com

On Mother’s Day, May 13th, Matt Kuchar delivered a gift to his wife and Mom that they will never forget, a PLAYERS Championship title. And a million-dollar smile to celebrate the win! Kuchar’s joyful victory also marked an important occasion for Bridgestone Golf, as it was the first PGA TOUR win for Bridgestone’s new 2012 TOUR B330-S golf ball, featuring the company’s proprietary Dual Dimple Design cover.

In his PLAYERS triumph, the biggest of his career to date, Kuchar relied on a deft short game, precision iron play, unflappable resolve and an enviable countenance down the stretch to outlast one of the toughest fields in golf this year, finishing at 13-under par – two better than his nearest competitor. Down the stretch, Kuchar trusted his J40 Cavity Back irons and new TOUR B330-S ball to hit an incredible 9 out of 9 greens in regulation on the Back 9 at Sawgrass.

“To win the PLAYERS Championship against what is probably the toughest field in golf is just an unbelievable feeling,” said Kuchar. “I was able to really pull off some big shots out here all week. Those Bridgestone balls, they just listen.”

The enhanced precision and feel of the new Bridgestone TOUR B330-S ball was on full display at Sawgrass as Kuchar finished the tournament T3 in Birdies (22), T3 in Greens-in-Regulation (73.6%) and #1 in Proximity to the Hole (a measure of the distance from the hole that approach shots finish).

Matt Kuchar’s Setup for the 2012 Players Championship:

• Driver: Bridgestone J40 430cc 9.5 degree Driver
• Irons: Bridgestone J40 Cavity Back Irons – black finish (5-PW)
• Wedges: BridgestoneJ40 Black Oxide Wedges (52 and 60 (bent to 57) degrees)
• Putter: Rife Barbados Belly Putter
• Ball: Bridgestone 2012 TOUR B330-S Golf Ball

www.bridgestonegolf.com

I don’t know about you, but I can never have enough shoes, especially ECCO golf shoes! If you like ECCO shoes, you’re in luck, because the entire month of May (1-31), ECCO USA is giving its Facebook fans a chance to win a different pair of shoes every day.

Today’s shoes is the ECCO Men’s Golf Street, a great casual pair of crossover shoes.

To enter, all you have to do is visit the ECCO USA Facebook page and click on the 31 Days of Shoes sweepstakes to fill out the entry form to win that day’s featured pair of shoes.

Rickie Fowler took home his first PGA Tour win in a quality field at the Wells Fargo Championship. The COBRA PUMA GOLF professional used his impressive driving distance and accuracy to fight off the competition in the final round of the Wells Fargo Championship. Rickie Fowler, Rory McIlroy and D.A. Points headed to a playoff where Rickie took home the win.

Rickie had four impressive rounds hitting bombs off the tee. His total average driving distance was 305.9 yards for the tournament and hit almost 80% of the greens in regulation, ranking him at number one for total driving for the tournament. After a 5 under 67 on Saturday, Rickie charged during his final round, putting up 6 birdies to get into a playoff with Rory McIlroy and D.A. Points.

On the first playoff hole, Rickie hit his AMP Driver to a prime spot on the fairway, setting him up for his big finish. With a short shot to the green, Rickie hit it to 4 feet and sunk his birdie putt for the win.

“Rickie Fowler is an excellent brand ambassador for COBRA PUMA GOLF and has been tremendous for the game,” commented Bob Philion, President of COBRA PUMA GOLF. “He has a commanding combination of power and accuracy fueled by the COBRA AMP family of products that he combines with his signature style and edge, making him a world class golfer that fans rally around.”

Rickie wore his signature orange for the final round in a Golf Duo Swing Mesh Polo, 5 PKT Tech Pants, Super Cell Fusion Ice shoes and Monoline 210 Cap. His signature style is both edgy and functional. The Golf Duo Swing Graphic Polo features COOLMAX® All Season to keep him comfortable when the temperature changes and has UPF 50+ for ultimate protection against UV Rays. His Super Cell Fusion Ice shoes feature PUMA’s newest S2Quill technology, giving Rickie ultimate traction and comfort through all 65 holes.

Rickie Fowler’s Setup for the 2012 Wells Fargo Championship:

• Driver: Cobra AMPTM Driver, 8.5 Neutral with a Mitsubishi White Board 73X shaft
• Irons: Cobra AMP Pro Prototype Irons, 4-9 with Dynamic Golf Tour Issue X100 shaft
• Ball: Titleist Pro V1x
• Apparel: Puma Golf Duo Swing Mesh Polo, Puma 5 PKT Tech Pants, and Monoline 210 Cap
• Shoes: Puma Super Cell Fusion Ice

To celebrate Rickie’s win, fans have the chance to win a signed and framed Rickie Fowler Sunday Orange PUMA Golf shirt along with an AMP Driver. 5 of these prize packages will be given away. Consumers can check the COBRA Golf and PUMA Golf Facebook pages to learn how to enter.

www.cobrapumagolf.com

Jason Dufner’s Setup for the 2012 Zurich Classic

• Driver: Titleist 910D2
• Fairway Woods: Titleist 910F and 906F2
• Hybrid: Titleist 910H
• Irons: Titleist AP2 (712)
• Wedges: Vokey Design SM4
• Putter: Scotty Cameron Prototype
• Ball: Titleist Pro V1

www.titleist.com

Carl Pettersson’s performance was solid throughout the entire tournament, making major moves in the second round with a 6-under par, 65. He secured his victory with a 69 in the final round to win the tournament by a five-stroke margin.

Using the revolutionary Nike 20XI S golf ball and a Nike Method Prototype belly-length putter, Pettersson was ranked first in greens in regulation, putts per green in regulation, as well as birdies for the tournament.

“The 20XI S has given me great consistency and great feel around the greens,” said Pettersson. “I have also gained 10-15 yards off the tee with this golf ball.”

The new Nike 20XI ball features a technology never before seen in the golf industry. This game-changing technology replaces conventional rubber cores with a radical new resin material- faster and lighter than traditional rubber cores. Nike’s resin core technology accomplishes three critical performance components that golfers dream to have in a golf ball: More distance off the tee, straight ball flight, and increased control around the greens.

When asked if he had changed anything in his equipment, Pettersson said: “I put in a new putter. I’ve used it on and off before. It’s a Nike Method long putter, and I used it in Houston, finished second there. I putted well all week. So it puts a nice roll on it.”

Rounding out Pettersson’s bag were clubs from the VR franchise, including a 4-iron from Nike’s new VR_S line.

Carl Pettersson’s Setup for the 2012 RBC Heritage Championship

• Driver: Nike VR Pro STR8-FIT 11.5-degree (Fubuki a 50 X)
• Irons: Nike VR S Forged (4), VR Pro Combo (5-PW)
• Hybrids:  Nike VR Pro 21-degree
• Wedges: Nike VR Pro 49-degree, 55-degree and 60-degree
• Putter: Nike Method Prototype (Belly-Length)
• Ball: Nike 20XI S

www.nikegolf.com

Callaway Golf Company today announced the April 13, 2012 retail availability of the new Odyssey® Flip Face(TM) line of adjustable putters.The Flip Face Putter features an innovative, patented system that allows golfers to change the face insert of the putter quickly and easily to fine-tune feel and performance. With the introduction of Flip Face, Odyssey, the #1 Putter in Golf®, further extends club customization options to all golfers, and meets an increasing demand for adjustable equipment that dials in a golfer’s game.

By using a screwdriver that doubles as a divot tool, golfers can unscrew a single component in the self-contained putter head to seamlessly rotate the putter face 180 degrees, allowing them to choose between two inserts—the new Metal-X® Insert or the popular White Ice® Insert. The two-sided putter face allows players to adjust their Odyssey putter for feel, speed and roll characteristics based on course and weather conditions.

“Engineering the Flip Face Putter to be a self-contained and conforming piece of adjustable equipment while also performing to the standards of the world’s best players was not a simple task,” said Austie Rollinson, Principal Designer, Odyssey Golf. “But we love a daunting challenge at Odyssey, and we think the Flip Face – with both a Metal-X and White Ice Insert – offers golfers a considerable advantage to dial in their game with a simple adjustment made before the round begins.”

Featuring a satin chrome finish for a clean, premium look, the Flip Face Putter will be available in three popular Odyssey models: the #1, a rounded heel-toe weighted blade putter with a crank-neck hosel and full-shaft offset; the #5, a rounded mallet putter with a single bend shaft and full-shaft offset; and the #9, a toe-weighted, heel-shafted, flanged blade putter with a long hosel and half-shaft offset.

Among the early adopters to Flip Face was PGA Tour Professional Stuart Appleby, who put the #5 model in play early in the 2012 season. “I really like the look of the Flip Face, and it reminds me of the license plates on James Bond’s car that used to flip around,” Appleby said. “I like the Metal-X insert so much; I love that firm feel. But it’s nice having the option to switch to the White Ice insert if you want to.”

“I also think it shows that Odyssey as a brand is always pushing to develop new things and leading the way when it comes to putter innovation,” Appleby said. “It’s a very cool design.”

Each Flip Face Putter comes standard with a Lamkin® 3GEN® Pistol Grip, made of Lamkin’s proprietary 3GEN material, which is their softest synthetic rubber compound and reduces vibration without dulling the feel of the putt. The material allows golfers to keep their forearms relaxed, apply very light grip pressure, and minimize hand tension for smooth, consistent strokes.

About the Metal-X Insert
With a lightweight aluminum face in front of a urethane backer layer, the Metal-X Insert provides golfers the crisp feedback of a metal striking surface with the benefits of a softer feel for optimal touch. Additionally, the lightweight aluminum outer layer on the Metal-X Insert has a face pattern unlike any other putter in golf, with oval depressions that create a mechanical lock with the ball’s pocked surface at impact. This mechanical lock creates more friction, which delivers a lower launch with optimized topspin for reduced skidding and the truest roll through steady ball deceleration. The urethane inner layer provides soft touch and saves weight to optimize performance. Together, the two layers combine for crisp responsiveness and sound.

About the White Ice Insert
Developed in tandem with Tour Pros and in step with evolving golf ball technology, Odyssey’s multi-layer White Ice Insert has been fine tuned in the Flip Face line of putters to enhance sound, responsiveness and consistency. Already wildly popular on Tour and among amateur golfers, White Ice’s inner core is firmer and stiffer to enhance feel and resiliency, supporting distance control. Additionally, the insert’s face surface has been roughened to increase friction with softer golf balls, promoting a better forward roll and a more appealing sound at impact.

Odyssey is the number one putter across the world’s major professional tours in wins, usage and top-10 finishes.

The Flip Face putters will be available on April 13 for a new product introduction retail price of $349.

For more information about the Flip Face line of putters, please visit http://www.odysseygolf.com/flip-face

Bubba Watson’s Setup for the 2012 Masters:

• Driver: Ping G20 Pink Driver 8.5°
• Fairway Wood: Ping G20 Fairway 16.5°
• Irons: Ping S59 Irons 3-PW
• Wedges: Ping Tour-W Wedge 52°, Ping Tour-W Wedge 56°, Ping Tour-S T/S 64°
• Putter: Ping Redwood Anser Putter
• Apparel: Travis Mathew
• Socks: Kentwool

www.ping.com

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With a lightweight aluminum face and a high-mass steel body, the Nike Method Concept C1 RH (Limited Edition) Golf Putter positions the center of gravity farther back and lower for a faster roll and increased stability. Plus, this putter features limited-edition colors in celebration of the first Major of the season.

Benefits

• Multi-material design with a lower center of gravity for a faster roll and more precise stroke
• A streamlined look and increased stability for a high MOI and small footprint
• Precision insert for better accuracy and more stability

Additional Details

• Mallet design
• Double bend shaft
• Length/Lie/Loft/Angle/Hand: 34″ / 69º / 2.0º / Face balanced / Right

Hurry up and pick up a Nike Method Concept C1 Limited Edition Putter! $200

The 2012 Masters begins tomorrow April 5 – April 8, 2012 and we’ve put together a handy guide for how to follow one of golf’s most prestigious events.

TV Broadcast Coverage

ESPN
Live TV coverage of Tournament play from 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET on Thurs, April 5 & Fri, April 6, 2012.

CBS
Live TV coverage of Tournament play from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET on Sat, April 7 and from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sun, April 8, 2012.

Masters 3D
Beginning Wed, April 4, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. ET, enjoy live 3D of the 2012 Masters Tournament on ESPN 3D and Masters.com with coverage of the Par 3 Contest and continuing with Tournament play on Thur, April 5 and Fri, April 6 from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET and on Sat, April 7 and Sun, April 8 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET.

DIRECTV

DIRECTV swings into another season of expanded, interactive golf coverage April 5-8 with the 2012 Masters Tournament, offering fans a unique, in-depth viewing experience that is the next best thing to a patron badge at golf’s most prestigious event. Combining CBS Sports’ and ESPN’s live HD coverage of the Tournament, DIRECTV’s “Masters Mosaic” interactive TV application and six-channel Masters Mix will immerse fans in the atmosphere of the fabled Augusta National Golf Club, allowing them to more closely follow the world’s best golfers as they vie for the coveted Green Jacket.

Online Coverage

Masters Radio
Tune into a live streaming radio broadcast of the 2012 Masters 2PM ET Daily beginning April 5-8 2012 on www.masters.com

Live Coverage on Masters.com
Thursday April 5, 2012 and Friday April 6, 2012
10:45 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Amen Corner live video

11:45 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Hole Nos. 15 and 16 live videoe

12:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Featured Group 1 live video
Featured Group 2 live video

Saturday April 7, 2012 and Sunday April 8, 2012
11:45 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Amen Corner live video

12:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Featured Group 1 live video
Featured Group 2 live video

12:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Hole Nos. 15 and 16 live video

Mobile and Tablet

The Official Masters Tournament iPad App

Bringing you closer than ever to the beauty and excitement of the Masters Tournament, the official iPad app for the Masters in Augusta, Georgia, April 2–8, 2012, provides the most comprehensive digital coverage available. Best of all its Free!

The Official Masters Tournament iPad app includes:

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY’S LIVE CBS SIMULCAST
Watch the LIVE simulcast of CBS’ weekend coverage
All video will be displayed in beautiful full-screen, HD-quality and viewable with 3G and Wi-Fi connections

SEVEN ADDITIONAL LIVE STREAMS OF VIDEO CONTENT
Wednesday’s Par 3 Contest
Tournament play at Amen Corner (Hole Nos. 11, 12, and 13)
Tournament play at Hole Nos. 15 and 16
Two channels of Featured Groups on their play of the second nine
Masters In-Depth – A live highlights channel during ESPN and CBS broadcast
Masters On the Range – Special analysis from a live-streamed Practice Range show Monday through Wednesday mornings

EXCLUSIVE LIVE SCORING
Interact with the live Leader Board, which features up-to-the-minute scoring and video highlights of the greatest moments on the course

PAIRINGS
A round by round view of each day’s pairings that includes player headshots and easy way to find the start time of any player.

PHOTOS
Galleries of daily tournament action, rich course imagery and the tournament’s illustrious historical moments.

COURSE OVERVIEW
Detailed course information with imagery, flyover videos, and par and yardage for each of the Masters Tournament’s prestigious 18 holes

HISTORY TIMELINE
Delve into a trove of Augusta National lore in a richly annotated interactive timeline, including archival films and photos, of the most significant milestones in Masters history.

COMPREHENSIVE NEWS COVERAGE
Player information, push notification alerts, and all of the latest news and live text updates from the grounds of the Masters Tournament.

Download the Masters iPad App

Download the iPhone Masters App

Download the Android Masters App

Social Media

Twitter
Follow the official twitter feed of the masters @the_masters