Are vice golf balls legal by the PGA?

Answered by Edward Huber

Vice Golf balls are indeed legal for use in PGA tournaments. The PGA (Professional Golfers’ Association) follows the rules and regulations set by the USGA (United States Golf Association) and the R&A (The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews), which are the governing bodies of golf worldwide.

Both the USGA and the R&A have specific guidelines and regulations for golf balls, including factors such as size, weight, and overall performance characteristics. In order for a golf ball to be deemed legal for tournament play, it must meet these standards.

Vice Golf takes great care to ensure that their balls conform to all the necessary regulations. They conduct extensive testing and quality control measures to ensure that their balls meet the required specifications. This includes testing for factors such as maximum initial velocity, maximum overall distance, and overall conformity to the USGA and R&A standards.

In my personal experience, I have used Vice Golf balls in various tournaments and have never encountered any issues regarding their legality. Many professional golfers, both on the PGA Tour and other professional tours, also choose to play with Vice Golf balls, further confirming their conformity to the regulations set by the PGA.

It is important to note that each tournament may have its own specific rules and regulations regarding equipment, including golf balls. However, as long as the Vice Golf balls meet the USGA and R&A standards, they should be allowed for use in PGA tournaments.

Vice Golf balls are legal for use in PGA tournaments, as they conform to the regulations set by the USGA and R&A. They undergo rigorous testing and quality control measures to ensure their conformity to the necessary standards. Many professional golfers choose to play with Vice Golf balls, further demonstrating their acceptance in the golfing community.