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World League FlingGolf's New Swarm Classic on ESPN
FlingGolf by New Swarm
World League FlingGolf's New Swarm Classic was aired by ESPN in August of 2022. The tournament included an Individual Championship and a Longest FlingShot Championship, with both competitions taking place at the American Classic Golf Club in Lewes, DE.
Fling Golf Doesn't Care About
the 'Golf Gods' - Shark Tank
ABC
Alex Van Alen and John Pruellage pitch their new sport/product Fling Golf, a sort of combination of lacrosse and golf, to be played on existing golf courses around the world. The Sharks are skeptical it'll catch on, and Kevin O'Leary say the 'golf gods' won't be happy. Their response: 'We don't care!' From season 12, episode 24 of 'Shark Tank.' Watch 'Shark Tank' FRIDAY 8|7c on ABC, streaming, on demand, and Hulu.
WV State Parks Embrace FlingGolf
WV Tourism
FlingGolf is an exciting new, modern alternative to traditional golf. This sport is a blend of lacrosse and golf, offering a fresh and engaging experience for players of all levels. Instead of using a golf club, you grip onto a single thrower to launch the ball and control every shot from tee to hole. FlingGolf training and equipment is now available at these West Virginia State Parks and beyond: Cacapon Resort State Park, Canaan Valley Resort State Park, Twin Falls Resort State Park, Pipestem Resort State Park, Stonewall Resort State Park, and Capon Springs and Farms.
Exploring the Future of the Fairway
with Jonathan Bellingham
WV Daily 304 Interview
Looking to shake up your golf game? We're learning about the exciting sport of FlingGolf this week on Innovators and Entrepreneurs. Jonathan Bellingham tells us how #YesWV is positioning itself to be the premiere destination for the game, and how you can get involved!
Local FlingGolf Leader Wins
2023-24 WV Innovator of the Year
Hampshire Review
The West Virginia Tourism Office asked businesses and individuals around the state to submit their best ideas for a first-ever “Innovators Showdown” as a featured presentation at their annual Governor’s Tourism Conference. Of all the entrants, six were chosen to pitch their ideas after the opening session. One of those selected was Hampshire County resident, Jonathan Bellingham, whose submission was the growing sport of FlingGolf and how West Virginia is perfectly positioned to be the premier destination.
