NEWS
Apparel manufacturer Lija announces new distributor agreements in England, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates.
Sunice staff player J.B. Holmes won the FBR Open while wearing Sunice’s Connoly Smart Layer polo made with X-static Silver Fiber technology in the Sunrise color.
Etonic Worldwide announces its 2007 Sales Awards, including Randy Denzin as Salesman of the Year.
Dunning Golf receives the top ranking for its Interface FX Pique Stitch Panel polo in Golf Fitness Magazine's 2008 Performance Apparel Rankings' Tech category.
Adidas Golf introduces its Tour360 LTD, which features THiN-tech, a new low-profile shoe construction that moves the golfer closer to the ground for better feel and stability.
Fairway & Greene reports on the company's most successful PGA Merchandise Show, which included the launch of its fall 2008 product line.
Adidas Golf introduces the Powerband Sport, a new shoe that combines swing-enhancement features and inner climate-control construction.
FEATURE
Ah, sugar ... oh, honey, honey
By Janice Ferguson
GPA Correspondent
Your Valentine will think you’re the sweetest with any of these gifts to celebrate love on Feb. 14.
 Ecco
 LB Belt Company
 Van Linsey
 Greg Norman
 Born To Golf
 PajamaGram
 Watercolor Inn |
Cupid shoots an arrow of approval with a pair of Ecco golf shoes for him and for her. Shoes are made from luxurious, buttery leathers and exclusive direct-injection technology that promote lightness, durability and great styling. Women’s Ace ($160) and men’s Casual Cool Ribbon ($170). Additional colors available.
On the web: www.eccousa.com.
For her, LB Belt Company’s adorable new golf ball and golf tee designed scarf belts in red, camel, blue or green. Made from 100 percent silk and twilled to provide a rich texture, the scarf belts have embossed Italian leather straps and come attractively packaged in their own gift box. ($79.95).
On the web: www.lbbeltcompany.com.
Van Linsey’s Queen of Clubs ultra feminine, white A-line, 100 percent cotton skirt with pink swiss dots will make her swoon. The dainty, yet functional, skirt features a front yoke, side-zip opening, center slit, full cotton lining, hidden pocket and three loops of argyle ribbon for tee storage. Golf-specific details are discreet so you can wear this any time, anywhere. Made in Boston. ($109).
On the web: www.vanlinsey.com.
For him, 1920s glamour meets modern day sophistication with Greg Norman Collection’s Hollywood Golf assortment. Dynamic, complicated pattern work and an undeniable color scheme are reminiscent of the roaring decade. Try the performance diamond jacquard shirt in 100 percent microfiber polyester that has moisture wicking and is easy to care for. ($69).
On the web: www.shark.com/gregnormancollection.
While personalized golf-themed stationery and thank you cards aren’t the most romantic gift, they will certainly be appreciated and get used. The Personal Note offers fun full-color golf graphics on 5.5-by-4.25 inch flat cards come in quantities of 25, 50, 75 or 100, with numerous font choices. ($43-$83).
On the web: www.thepersonalnote.com.
A Born to Golf gift basket is packed with a bag of RipStixx high-performance golf tees, a practice putting cup, golf ball pickup cup with practice ball, a golfer’s accessory kit, a sleeve of Nike golf balls, practice whiffle balls, a golf towel, and even a golf-themed coffee mug with a bag of Starbucks coffee. Arrives in a keepsake bamboo chest. ($110.95).
On the web: www.designityourselfgiftbaskets.com.
Men, women, boys, and girls — PajamaGram is a fun way to send a comfy gift to all the Valentines on your list. There are a variety of prints, styles sizes, and colors to choose from. Included with all women’s PJs is a periwinkle organza hatbox, a do not disturb sign, personalized gift card, and lavender-scented sachet. Men’s and boy’s sleepwear come in a handsome travel case and have a personalized gift card. Girl’s pajamas are packed in a pink organza hatbox with personalized gift card, a chillin’ door hanger, and lavender-scented sachet. (Prices vary).
On the web: www.pajamagram.com.
Let passion swing with Graphite Design’s Pershing ladies high-performance golf shafts that are ultra-lightweight, and designed to help women get the ball up faster and higher. For men, the black and silver Pershing shaft delivers killer looks a long with soaring ball flight and superb feel. From high-MOI drivers to the latest hybrid, Graphite Design makes a golf shaft that’s a perfect match. ($120).
On the web: www.gdintl.com.
Located on Florida’s gulf coast, the WaterColor Inn offers its Signature Romance Package that includes champagne, chocolate tuxedo strawberries, a 50-minute Swedish massage for each person, breakfast each morning, and an intimate dinner at the inn’s renowned restaurant, “Fish Out of Water.” Rates range from $465 to $722, and golf can be added at Camp Creek (Tom Fazio) and Shark’s Tooth (Greg Norman) for $150 per player, or the Origins Course (Davis Love III) for $25.
On the web: www.watercolorinn.com.
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