The European launch of Kikkor Golf shoes brings a whole new concept of North American design, style and playability to our shores. The shoes - the brainchild of Canadian golf professional James Lepp - offer unique styling, outstanding comfort and superior performance.

One of Europe's leading coaches is targeting major success for Solheim Cup star Melissa Reid. Dave Ridley, who has helped develop the 24-year-old's career, watched on proudly as she played her part in Europe's dramatic triumph against the United States at Killeen Castle, Ireland.

Estonian Golf & Country Club was one of the big movers in the latest edition of the influential Continental Europe's Top 100 Courses rankings, published by Golf World. The highly acclaimed Sea Course - located just 20 minutes outside the country's stunning capital city Tallinn - has moved up 11 places from 95 to 84, capping a fantastic year for the European Tour Course which staged the Omega Mission Hills World Cup European Qualifier for a second time.

The PGA of Switzerland has become the first national golf association partner formally to support Madrid-based BioTEE (R) and to adopt the Spanish-made degradable product as its official tee.

Redbourn Golf Club, St Albans - October 7, 2011 The Chinese Ambassador to the UK paid a special golfing visit to St Albans when he took to the pristine fairways of Redbourn Golf Club. His Excellency Mr Liu Xiaoming teed up in the 48 Group Club Golf Day, sponsored by KPMG, held to help foster lasting relations and trade between the UK and China.

Our last full day in Las Vegas started with a breakfast presentation from Papillon , the largest helicopter company in the area. From various locations they fly (fixed wing and helicopter) 3,500 tourists a day to the canyon! Interestingly their man told us 'Las Vegas is the barometer of the US economy being the principal example of discretionary spend'.

Gerard and Laura O'Connor overcame defending champions Sally and Tom Parrish to land the 2011 honours in Burhill Golf Clubs prestigious Family Foursomes tournament.