Michigan Golf News

Hilltop Golf Club in Plymouth offers a strategic golf experience with tight fairways and challenging greens, rewarding smart play over power.

Excerpt: Crystal Mountain offers more than just golf. With two championship courses, full resort amenities, and a prime northern Michigan location, it’s a top destination for golfers and families alike.

Many junior golfers never reach the college level—not because of talent, but because they misunderstand recruiting. Here’s what players and families need to know early.

The Majestic at Lake Walden offers a one-of-a-kind golf experience in Michigan with 27 holes, dramatic elevation, and even a boat ride between holes.

Leslie Park Golf Course in Ann Arbor has earned national recognition as one of the top municipal courses in the country. Here’s what makes it a must-play.

Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson shares his thoughts on golf and highlights Red Run Golf Club as one of his favorite courses in Metro Detroit in this Metro Detroit Golfers feature.

Want to play college golf? Learn how to stand out to college coaches, improve your exposure, and take the next step with guidance, a free recruiting quiz, and real success stories.

We’re thrilled to welcome Cam Spraggins as Director of Golf Partnerships at Make The Turn. With his leadership, Metro Detroit Golfers will continue to grow as Michigan’s largest golf community, while Cam builds lasting relationships across the state’s golf ecosystem.

Bay Valley Resort in Bay City, Michigan is undergoing a $15 million transformation, featuring renovated rooms, course upgrades, and a new Wyndham affiliation to restore its status as a premier golf destination.

April 1st 2026 officially marks the start of golf season in Michigan, and there’s no better time to get set up for the year ahead. If you’re playing regularly, having an active GAM membership should be a no-brainer. It gives you a true way to track your game, compete, and take advantage of opportunities across the state. Our MDG x GAM Membership Community , managed directly through the GAM and USGA, represents a group of some of the most active and engaged golfers in Michigan

Oakland Hills Country Club is entering a new era with a nearly $100 million investment in its iconic clubhouse. Scheduled to open in spring 2026, the rebuild honors the club’s storied past while introducing modern amenities, reaffirming its place as one of America’s premier golf venues.

Metro Detroit Golfers and X-Golf are hosting the Metro Detroit Madness Regional X-Golf Tournament, a 3-person scramble played on the Copperhead Course at Innisbrook from March 16 to April 5. With no entry fee, teams simply pay for simulator time and compete for prizes including $3,000 in Boyne gift cards, golf rounds at Red Run and Oakhurst, Long Drink golf bags, and a $500 hole-in-one bonus. Assemble your team and find out if you’re the best team in Southeast Michigan.

The Gull Lake View Mashup Classic is a one‑of‑a‑kind golf event combining Stoatin Brae and Stonehedge South into a 27‑hole team competition. From April 24–26, 2026, players will enjoy a weekend of golf, lodging, meals, entertainment, and prizes—all in the scenic setting of Gull Lake View Golf Resort.

The Michigan Golf Show returns to the Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi on March 6–8, 2026. As the largest consumer golf show in the U.S., it draws more than 50,000 attendees and brings together golfers, brands, resorts, and industry leaders. We’re proud to partner with the show to manage the Main Stage panels, discussions, and video production throughout the weekend, creating authentic and engaging conversations for everyone attending.

Make The Turn has officially acquired the award-winning Lesson on Golf, the long-running Detroit golf radio show hosted by Jeff Lesson. As the program celebrates its 30th year, it joins the Make The Turn media network and will now be distributed through the Metro Detroit Golfers platform, reaching more than 110,000 golfers across Michigan. The show will also expand into a new video format beginning Masters Week, with full episodes recorded at Make The Turn Studios and publish

Join us at the 2026 Michigan Golf Show Main Stage for three days of live panels featuring PGA professionals, golf industry leaders, influencers, and business experts. View the full schedule of dates, times, and speakers and plan your visit to the premier golf event in Michigan.

Imagine a golf sanctuary tucked away in the rolling farmlands of Michigan, where the only thing that matters is the land and the next shot. Frontier Club is set to become a premier 'jet-set' destination, offering an ultra-limited membership and a world-class course designed to rival the best in the country. Here is your first look at the ambitious project redefining private golf in the Midwest.

High Pointe Golf Club in Williamsburg, Michigan has earned national acclaim as Golf Digest’s Best Transformation Golf Course in America. With a visionary redesign led by renowned architect Tom Doak, the course now offers a more strategic, engaging, and scenic playing experience—cementing Northern Michigan’s reputation as a premier golf destination.

Boyne Highlands has earned a spot as one of the Top 100 golf resorts in the world for 2026. This recognition from Your Golf Travel highlights the resort's commitment to providing a world-class experience right here in Northern Michigan. With its championship courses and scenic Harbor Springs backdrop, Boyne Highlands continues to put Michigan golf on the global map.

Golf is more than recreation for college football coaches—it’s a networking tool. Michigan State’s contract with Pat Fitzgerald covers two country club memberships, reflecting a common practice across major programs where golf access supports donor engagement, alumni relations, and recruiting efforts.