Tom Bradley
Director of Research and Historical Tournament Archives
Specializes in analyzing and compiling historical golf tournament data
Performance & Scoring
Graphite Shafts For Male Golfers: Fit First
Graphite Shafts can change feel, speed, and fatigue. Learn how male golfers should test them with launch-monitor data.
Tom Bradley
August 7, 2026
Performance & Scoring
How to Watch the 2026 Rocket Classic: Field & Top Storylines
The 2026 Rocket Classic returns to Detroit Golf Club from July 30 through August 2, and this year’s event carries more weight than the average late-summer PGA Tour stop. The field is stronger, the course has changed, the FedExCup clock is loud, and the tournament arrives with a final-edition feel under the Rocket banner. Detroit…
Tom Bradley
July 27, 2026
Fitting Process & Booking
The Ultimate Guide to Post-Fitting: Crucial Adjustments & Triggers
Getting a new bike, custom athletic shoes, or dentures is thrilling. Naturally, you hope they feel perfect right away. However, the initial appointment is just the beginning of your post-fitting journey. Imagine wearing stiff hiking boots for the first time. Your body needs time to get used to new gear. This adjustment period is completely…
Tom Bradley
April 20, 2026
Fitting Process & Booking
From Fit to Fairway: Custom Build Timeline, Quality Control, and Delivery
For over three decades, Fairway Golf has focused on one goal: making the perfect golf equipment for every player. We specialize in custom fitting and creating clubs that fit your unique swing. Your journey starts with submitting your fit data and choosing your components. This info starts our process to find the right parts for…
Tom Bradley
April 3, 2026
Fitting Process & Booking
Putter Fitting with SAM/Quintic: Roll It Pure
Let's start with a confession. Your putting stroke is a lie.It feels one way in your living room. But it betrays you on the 18th green under pressure. Why? Because feel isn't real—data is.Welcome to the era where we stop guessing and start measuring. This is built on a simple principle: reliable performance starts with…
Tom Bradley
March 21, 2026
Fitting Process & Booking
Wedge Gapping & Bounce Selection for Local Greens
Let's face it: your scoring clubs might be tricking you. They look great in your bag, but they're secretly making your game harder.We spend a lot of time on driver launch angles, like NASA engineers. But for our wedges, we often just pick what looks good. It's like racing with the wrong tires.Studies show we…
Tom Bradley
March 21, 2026
Fitting Process & Booking
Pre‑Fitting Checklist: What to Bring and How to Prepare for a Precision Session
A golf fitting is not just a task. It's a strategic mission to improve your game from scratch.Imagine it as your swing's "lab day." This is your chance to deeply analyze your swing. It's like a hospital visit, but without the gown.Club Champion's philosophy is all about improving your game. Your fitting prep is the…
Tom Bradley
March 8, 2026
Getting Started
How Trackman (and Other Tech) Makes Your Clubfitting Precision Unbeatable
In 2011, a young PGA trainee named Tom Davies saw something big in Barcelona. It was a big orange box and some Casio cameras. It was like seeing the monolith in 2001: A Space Odyssey. He was amazed.This moment changed golf forever. Before, fitting clubs was all about guesses and stories. It was like trying…
Tom Bradley
February 21, 2026
Getting Started
What Happens After Your Fitting? Adjustments, Fine-Tuning, and Tracking Results
The fitting room is where the magic is supposed to happen. You stand on the little podium. The consultant nods sagely. You leave feeling like a new person.But what about the credits scene? The post-production? The director's cut?That's where Studio Support After Fitting comes in. It's like the difference between a rough cut and a…
Tom Bradley
February 16, 2026
Getting Started
Wedge Gapping: The Overlooked Secret to Consistent Scoring
In your golf game, the driver gets all the attention. The putter is the hero at the end. But your wedges? They're the behind-the-scenes stars.These clubs are actually the key to your score. It's not just about strength. It's about smart short game improvement.The 52-degree gap wedge is a hidden gem. It's your go-to for…
Tom Bradley
January 22, 2026
