Above: scenes from an outdoor concert on campus in 2019
Missouri University of Science and Technology’s St
Pat’s celebrations will end on a high note with the St
McNutt Hall and the Computer Science Building on the Missouri S&T campus
Tickets are required and are free for S&T students, faculty and staff, and $20 for non-S&T guests. To purchase tickets before the show, visit minertix.universitytickets.com
Any tickets remaining at the time of the show will be on sale at the entrance to the event
Headliner MAX is a multiplatinum recording artist best known for his 2016 single “Lights Down Low,” which reached the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100
He is known for collaborating with many artists
“Colour Vision” including features by SUGA of BTS
The concert is part of Missouri S&T’s 117th “Best Ever” St. Pat’s celebration, organized by the students of the St. Pat’s Board. The campus celebration began in 1908, when a group of Rolla students declared St. Patrick to be the patron saint of engineers. St. Pat’s has grown to encompass a full week of events, as well as campus traditions that begin in early March. For more information about the events, visit stpats.mst.edu
About Missouri University of Science and Technology
Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) is a STEM-focused research university of over 7,000 students located in Rolla, Missouri. Part of the four-campus University of Missouri System, Missouri S&T offers over 100 degrees in 40 areas of study and is among the nation’s top public universities for salary impact, according to the Wall Street Journal. For more information about Missouri S&T, visit www.mst.edu.
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this spring could be the turning point in his career
The 22-year-old shortstop has been grinding in the minors for the past few seasons
he’s knocking on the door of the big leagues with the Athletics
but he is one of several active members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints playing in professional baseball
Muncy committed to the University of Arkansas out of high school but he did have BYU in his top three schools
“Going to the SEC was the exciting factor for me
as he was drafted by the Athletics with the 25th pick in the first round of the 2021 MLB Draft
Muncy has been playing in the minor leagues
working on his game and getting better as a player
it was a pretty quick decision,” said Muncy
“Once they gave me the offer I was like ‘yeah
Muncy’s favorite player growing up was Derek Jeter but he says he models his game after San Diego Padres’ third baseman Manny Machado
“My favorite player was Jeter,” Muncy said
Me and Jeter aren’t similar players but that's why I enjoyed watching him
Muncy spent all of last season with the Athletics Triple-A affiliate
Muncy hit eight home runs and drove in 33 RBIs
The Athletics will be playing in Sacramento for the next couple of seasons before they relocate to Las Vegas in 2028 and play in a brand new ballpark
Muncy has enjoyed playing in Las Vegas and he is looking forward to it becoming the A’s new home
especially because my family is in St George,” said Muncy
Muncy has been grinding and working on his game throughout spring training so he can be ready for the day that he gets the call-up to the big leagues
“Just to help the team out any way I can,” Muncy said
I’m getting as close as I've ever gotten to my life goal
I just want to be putting in the work where I'm prepared at any moment
like I know that I've done everything I can.”
“Max needs to stay healthy,” A’s manager Mark Kotsay said
“All the tools are there but I think getting a season under his belt of 450
500 at bats would lead to his development being accelerated
There’s an opportunity for Max here to have that type of year with the guys that we have in front of him but he can also earn an opportunity to get to the big leagues through the performance side of it as well.”
Muncy is not the only Latter-Day Saint in the Athletics organization
Former BYU pitcher Justin Sterner is trying to crack the Opening Day roster after making his Major League debut for the Tampa Bay Rays last season
“I think it is the first member I’ve had on my same team and same organization,” said Justin Sterner
Muncy’s journey to the big leagues has been years in the making
and every moment on the field brings him closer to realizing his dream
Whether that call comes on Opening Day or later in the season
one thing is certain — Max Muncy is ready to seize his moment
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I was put in a swim class at a swim and tennis club in Kent
“I was the only kid who couldn’t float
Most top-level tennis players skip high school
coach Matt Anger invited me to visit the UW
It wasn’t difficult to woo me; my parents are both Huskies
I came back and suddenly pickleball was booming
in the top thousand in the world for tennis
so I figured that after about an hour on the court
“I made pickleball the focus of my master’s degree in anthropology
I spent eight months as an observer in yards
barns and parks—anywhere pickleball is played
The sport has so many cooperative elements that are not highlighted or understood
“I’ve turned my thesis research into a book for a popular audience, “A Pickleball Gospel: The Harmony of Competition and Cooperation in Sport.”
“I’m now a professional pickleball player
and I went to this big tournament in Miami and played one of the best teams in the world and smacked them
That somehow got me drafted into Major League Pickleball
Go to any park and you’ll notice giggling
People comment on the fun factor more than any other sport I’ve been in.”
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news'St. Helens Alpenglow' by Max McNown – Lyrics & MeaningBy Alli Patton
Despite being fresh off of the January release of his album Night Driving
Max McNown hasn't slowed in his efforts to gift fans with even more new music
The latest comes by way of the transfixing single 'St. Helens Alpenglow', which closely follows last month's 'Call Me If You Miss Me'
This fresh batch of tunes acts as a natural extension of McNown's already hit-riddled catalogue
the songs adding even more punch to the rising star's glimmering repertoire
don't expect anything too groundbreaking from 'St
It is a sparkling folk ballad through and through
The song is layered with silvery strings from a bewitching finger-picking pattern
not much changes throughout the delicate tune
with McNown's sure vocals and sincere lyrics allowed to lead
"I can feel the alpine mistThe taste of your chapstickStill owns these lonely lipsAnd we are lying in the leaves‘Tween embers in the breezeStars that I can’t reachYou’re all I’ll ever need"
Helens Alpenglow' finds the artist caught up in a memory
His senses are burdened with the recollection of someone who seems to no longer be around
listeners discover he is actually dreaming as he begs to not be woken up from this moment
He sings: "Don’t wake me up / Let me dream of that sunrise painting the mountainside gold."
he can recall everything so clearly – the feelings
he isn't forced to miss what he can't have in reality
"I’ll stay right here in this Heaven ‘cause here you’re not letting me go," he adds in the chorus
It becomes clear that someone he loves has left
equating the former lover to "Saint Helen’s alpenglow." Alpenglow is the visual phenomenon that occurs when light from the setting or rising sun paints mountain tops in a rosy hue
"YouYou’re a thousand miles awayBoth knew we couldn’t stayAnd maybe that’s okay‘Cause you found love to stand besideBut I still wonder if at nightIn the cold moonlightYou find me there sometimes"
listeners discover that the parting of these two lovers was a mutual decision
but that doesn't make their separation any less painful
the artist is left to look back on their time together fondly and wish them well
he wonders if he's the only one plagued by that tendency to dream
to wonder back to that space when they could be together
It's a time and a place in which he finds comfort
singing "When waters start rising that’s still where I go / It’s warm on the top when the light hits my skin / When I close my eyes you’re here with me again."
no matter the dreams or the waking hours spent in deep longing
Despite their time apart and the distance that separates them
the artist will always hold tight to one belief:
"To me you will always be Saint Helens alpenglow"
Max McNown has been steadily teasing 'St
Helens Alpenglow' across his social media
but hasn't shared specifics surrounding the new track
Touching on the meaning behind the song in a statement
every relationship we’ve ever experienced has shaped us into the person we are today."
Helens Alpenglow’ serves as a reminder that just because a past love didn’t make it to the finish line
There are pieces of one another that we carry far beyond the “end” of our romances
The “Alpenglow” represents those fragments of broken relationships
memories you look back on fondly and will always be grateful for.”
I can feel the alpine mistThe taste of your chapstickStill owns these lonely lipsAnd we are lying in the leaves‘Tween embers in the breezeStars that I can’t reachYou’re all I’ll ever need
Don’t wake me upLet me dream of that sunrise painting the mountainside goldAnd I’ll stay right here in this Heaven ‘cause here you’re not letting me goAnd you might be over me you might be goneBut all that I need you to knowIs to me you will always be Saint Helen’s alpenglow
YouYou’re a thousand miles awayBoth knew we couldn’t stayAnd maybe that’s okay
‘Cause you found love to stand besideBut I still wonder if at nightIn the cold moonlightYou find me there sometimes
Don’t wake me upLet me dream of that sunrise painting the mountainside goldAnd I’ll stay right here in this Heaven ‘cause here you’re not letting me goAnd you might be over me you might be goneBut all that I need you to knowIs to me you will always be Saint Helens alpenglow
It ain’t just a dream it’s a piece of my soulWhen waters start rising that’s still where I goIt’s warm on the top when the light hits my skinWhen I close my eyes you’re here with me again
Don’t wake me upLet me dream of that sunrise painting the mountainside goldAnd I’ll stay right here in this Heaven ‘cause here you’re not letting me goAnd you might be over me you might be goneBut all that I need you to knowIs to me you will always be Saint Helens alpenglowYeah to me you will always be Saint Helens alpenglow
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Paris Saint-Germain has teamed up with Nike for a pair of collaborative Air Max Plus shoes
The 2025 edition is a sleek iteration that mixes hues of black
The upper is constructed with a gradient grey mesh that is complemented with the glossy black TPU overlays for added styling
On the lateral of the mesh upper is the word “PARIS,” a nod to the PSG club
PSG’s club crest also sits on the tongue as the rest of the shoe sits atop a black midsole and visible Air Max cushioning
durable black outsoles as well as the custom PSG-branded insoles
Look out for the pair set for a summer release
Callaway have taken inspiration from a simple
personalised performance idea to develop their three new Rogue ST fairway woods – Max
with each ‘Speed Tuned’ to better suit its intended audience
Callaway say which say ST are their fastest ever fairway woods (a claim we tested in our guide to the best fairway woods) and they have explored how every parameter can be optimised to incrementally nudge the rules of maximum distance and stability to higher levels
Each model has a more players’ shape than the flatter, pan-shaped Epic fairways
new Jailbreak ‘bat wings’ in the toe and heel work together with a new C300 maraging steel face to encourage more flex in the centre for improved ball speed and distance
The right club can make all the difference to your game! Check out our best fairway woods buying guide to help you find the perfect club
Here are some of the best places to look for deals on Callaway Rogue ST Max
RELATED: Callaway Rogue ST drivers
Let’s take a look at how the three models differ
RRP £299 | VIEW OFFERLofts 15º
Yes – 16º and 19º | Stock shaft Project X Cypher 40g (WMS)
50g (Light); Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue 60g (Regular
Stiff) | Stock grip Golf Pride Tour Velvet 360 (50g)
The Rogue ST Max will fit a wide range of golfers who are looking for speed
It’s a mid-launch club with slight draw bias
The Rogue ST Max features stronger lofts and a slightly more open face angle compared to the Max D model
The Max model has the most robust loft offerings
plus unique progressive shaping on the 3 & 5 woods to enhance MOI
Club tests are great for giving insight into which models are longest
but when it comes to selecting our top performers we often ask ourselves where would we be happy spending our own money
And in 2022 we’d definitely be considering two models
the Callaway Rogue ST Max and TaylorMade Stealth
Compared to most the Rogue ST Max is a very low-profile fairway wood (so the face is not very deep)
there’s also a wide but naturally appealing shape
so the model builds confidence nicely whilst also being super easy to launch from the turf
And that’s really important as fairway woods can be a real struggle for club golfers in the modern game as the latest golf balls are much lower spin
the Rogue ST LS might appear a more powerful option
for the majority of club players the Rogue ST Max will definitely be the better choice
And we know that because our pro’s data shows the model launching 1.3deg higher
spinning shots 343 RPM more and peaking shots out 4 yds above the LS
all stats that aid keeping shots in the air for longer at more reasonable speeds
Thanks to the matt black crown and really appealing head shape we’d happily spend our dosh on Rogue ST Max fairways this year
RRP £299 | VIEW OFFERLofts 16º
Yes – 15º and 18º | Stock shaft Project X Cypher 40g (WMS)
70g (Stiff) | Stock grip Golf Pride Tour Velvet 360 (50g)
The Rogue ST Max D is for the player who needs more draw bias in their fairway woods
It’s Callaway’s highest launching Rogue ST fairway
RELATED: Tested – Best Fairway Woods
RRP £299 | VIEW OFFERLofts 13.5º
Yes – 15º and 18º | Stock shaft Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue 70g (Stiff); Mitsubishi Tensei AV White 70g (Stiff
X Stiff) | Stock grip Golf Pride Tour Velvet 360 (55g)
The Rogue ST LS Fairway Wood features a compact shape that’s especially suited for better players
It has an additional forward weight screw for a low
forward CG in a neutral location making this Callaway’s lowest spinning
Low spin fairway woods rarely appear amongst our recommendations as their smaller heads tend to be less forgiving and harder to launch from the turf
which is the opposite of what the majority of club golfers need
But the Rogue ST LS pulled off an impressive feat
and that’s being our longest fairway wood of 2022 (tied with the TaylorMade Stealth Plus at 251 yds)
but also ranking 3rd best at protecting ball speed whilst hitting shots into our 2nd smallest dispersion area
Our accuracy data is likely to change on subsequent test days
so don’t think this is a super forgiving model
but it is powerful and the LS sports a cracking compact head shape
RELATED: Callaway Rogue ST irons
Rob Jerram is the Digital Editor of todaysgolfer.co.ukHe has been a journalist for more than 20 years
starting his career with Johnston Press where he covered local and regional news and sport in a variety of editorial roles across ten years.Rob joined Bauer Media in 2010 and worked as the Senior Production Editor of Today’s Golfer and Golf World magazines for ten years before moving into the Digital Editor’s role in July 2020.He has been playing golf for almost three decades and has been a member at Greetham Valley Golf Club in Rutland for eight years
Stock grip Golf Pride Tour Velvet 360 (50g)
Stock shaft Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue 70g (Stiff); Mitsubishi Tensei AV White 70g (Stiff
Stock grip Golf Pride Tour Velvet 360 (55g)
The JPX 925 Fli-Hi is a smart bag addition for players looking to maximize height and control among their stronger-lofted clubs
25° and 28°) move closer to mid-iron range
the clubheads’ shapes change to offer more control
The Wave Sole tech produces more ball speed and consistency across the face
But Mizuno’s hybrid offerings don’t end with the JPX line. The ST-Max 230 hybrids offer a larger footprint to help add MOI and stability around the entire head
Both the fairway woods and hybrids utilize a high-strength MAS1C steel face for ball speed that matches up with the larger Cortech chamber on the sole
A composite-wrap crown covers the toe section of the fairway wood heads to reduce overall mass higher in the head
The hybrids also use a waffle pattern on the inside of the steel crown to increase strength and help position more weight in the sole
increasing launch and creating a more stable ball flight
The ST-Max hybrids will be available in lofts of 19°
with the 22° and 25° heads also available for left-handed golfers
Mizuno’s quick-switch hosel with four degrees of adjustability is available on all hybrid lofts
All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team
Credit: Robert Cianflone/Getty ImagesSt Kilda star Max King is facing more time on the sidelines after it was revealed he would need to undergo a second round of surgery on his knee
who the Saints had hoped earlier in the month might have been fit to return for last weekend’s Gather Round match
is now set to miss at least another four weeks
After meeting with his surgeon today it was decided more surgery was the best way forward
Get the first look at the digital newspaper
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Get the NewsletterBy continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.“He’ll undergo his second knee arthroscope in six weeks,” 7NEWS chief AFL reporter Mitch Cleary said.
“The surgery will keep him out of action for 4-plus weeks with another training block needed.
“He is yet to play since re-signing with the club until the end of 2032.”
King, who hasn’t played an AFL match since round 17 of the 2024 season, had his first knee surgery in February.
The 24-year-old was injured in an intra-club match on February 7.
King is among the league’s most promising key forwards but has been limited by knee and shoulder injuries in recent years
Max King is due to undergo more surgery on his injured knee
Credit: Jackson Flindell/The West AustralianIn 2018
St Kilda quickly snapped him up in the AFL draft with pick four
He made his debut in 2020 and has managed just 83 games since
Last year played just 12 games and the year before it was only 11
Channel 7 commentator Kane Cornes has been vocal critic of the lengthy contract extension King was handed last year
“Why not address this halfway through 2026 and just see how things are going with his body with his form and with where the Saints are at it?” he asked
Latest EditionEdition Edition 5 May 20255 May 2025All-powerful Anthony Albanese says give me some R.E.S.P.E.C.T
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How many of you leave your driver in the bag because of your slice
Or maybe because you’re just not sure where your swing is sending your golf ball
to hit straighter drives with a ball flight you can rely on
If you often miss to the right (for right-handed golfers)
Manufacturers have invested heavily in developing technologically-advanced
draw-biased drivers designed to promote the powerful ball flight you want
These clubs can compensate for a flawed swing path or quirky golf swing
The best drivers for slicers offer more ball speed and distance while helping to correct your shot shape
allowing you to gain trust and a straighter ball flight off the tee
We've created a list of the 10 best drivers for slicers based on a survey of knowledgeable and discerning GolfPass members who recommend these drivers for combating the dreaded slice
You’ll notice that the most effective driver for your slice may not always be the one with the most draw bias or the biggest high-draw shot shape
Some of these drivers aren’t specifically marketed as draw-bias drivers at all
but are adaptable clubs that assist with slices while appealing to a broad range of golfers
Another unique aspect of our list is that it isn’t limited to new driver models
A few are modern classics that have stood the test of time and remain popular
sometimes even with top tour professionals
If you’re looking for help correcting slices on your tee shots
draw-biased driver at a price point to fit various budgets
We polled our GolfPass members to see what golfers preferred in their drivers
the product must have a least 5 reviews from our members
we surveyed members and asked them to rate their sets on the following categories and generated an overall score for each.
You may notice that the list includes older drivers
highlighting the continued satisfaction golfers experience with these options
We hope this list offers valuable insights
whether you are in the market for a brand-new set or considering a pre-owned model
it provides additional options you may want to explore during a fitting
Topping our list is the Tour Edge Exotics E723 driver. Long known for producing golf clubs that combine advanced technology and affordability
Tour Edge has upped its profile with its Exotics line of clubs that are hand built in Batavia
A favorite on the PGA Tour Champions circuit
Exotics are available in two different series: C (Competition specs) for skilled players and E (Extreme specs) for golfers seeking more forgiveness
Tour Edge’s most popular current driver is the Exotics E723
a 2023 release that is packed with innovative features designed to deliver more distance while minimizing slices
While it isn’t the longest driver on our list
it is one of the most accurate drivers on the market
A key to the performance of the E723 driver is its Diamond Face variable face thickness (VFT) technology
Diamond-shaped patterns situated behind the clubface help increase ball speed across the entire face
combined with a Ridgeback Titanium spine running through the crown
a deep center of gravity and improved MOI — one of the highest MOI values of any driver — provide stability on off-center hits and help reduce side spin and minimize slices
Another key component is the adjustable weighting system that allows for draw bias
The E723 driver is ideal for mid and high-handicap golfers who have slower swing speeds or other swing issues
With its lower price point compared to the bigger name brands
the Tour Edge Exotics E723 driver provides exceptional value while earning the honor of best driver to combat slices
Shop Tour Edge Exotics E723 Driver
The TaylorMade Qi10 driver is the most well-rounded of the three models in the Qi10 series that TaylorMade debuted in 2024
While the larger-profile Qi10 MAX is a more draw-biased driver for correcting the dreaded slice
GolfPass members rated the Qi10 ahead of it
the current model of choice of Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy
features a more neutral head that offers an optimal blend of carry distance and maximum forgiveness. One of the key things about the Qi10 is that for the vast majority of golfers
the lively carbon composite face provides lively feel and more ball speed without any sacrifice of control or accuracy
The Qi10 driver boasts a high MOI for better forgiveness
Notable features include a carbon-covered crown and a lightweight design that allows for a low
strategically placed center of gravity that promotes a consistent ball flight. The driver's rounded head shape and subtle blue coloring provide confidence-inspiring aesthetics
The white accent line on the topline aids in alignment
helping golfers square the clubface and achieve straighter drives
Both Scheffler and McIlroy have benefitted from significant gains in fairways hit since switching to this driver
the Qi10’s combination of advanced materials and intelligent weighting makes it one of the most forgiving drivers for a wide range of players
Shop TaylorMade Golf Qi10 Driver
You wouldn’t expect a nearly 10-year-old driver to make our list of the best drivers for slicers, but the TaylorMade M2 driver
remains one of TaylorMade’s most celebrated models
the M2 even reappeared in Justin Rose’s golf bag during the 2022 golf season
lightweight design and lower the center of gravity produce a higher-launch ball flight with reduced backspin for straighter shots
or it can help you work a high draw shot shape with longer carry
The Inverted Cone Technology enlarges the sweet spot
minimizing the effect of off-center strikes and ensuring consistent performance
The 2017 M2 version introduced key upgrades from the original M2
Sporting a Speed Pocket that is three times more active than the 2016 M2
its more flexible face promotes improved distance on low strikes
The 2017 model also features a 12-position loft sleeve with 4 degrees of adjustment to fine-tune trajectory
Enhanced materials and technology in the crown and titanium body saved weight and lowered the center of gravity for increased speed and forgiveness
Either edition of the M2 is an excellent choice for players seeking a confidence-inspiring driver to straighten their shots and optimize their performance on the golf course
Shop TaylorMade M2 Driver
While the PING G430 LST has taken the professional golf world by storm (according to pgaclubtracker.com, it's currently the most popular driver across the pro tours), the PING G430 MAX helps players of all abilities hit straight shots regardless of their swing path
the G430 MAX builds on the success of its predecessor
by delivering improvements in both distance and sound quality
variable thickness face design enhances deflection at impact
leading to faster ball speed and a high launch ball flight with mid-to-low spin for greater carry distance
The addition of PING Spinsistency technology helps maintain consistent spin rates
Thanks to a 25-gram movable tungsten weight in the back of the PING G430 clubhead
players can shape a tee shot with up to 8 yards of fade or draw bias
The Trajectory Tuning 2.0 hosel offers 8 different adjustments for loft and lie
giving golfers additional control over their ball flight
the matte black crown and rounder head shape present a more compact and refined look than the G425
Though the PING G430 MAX 10K (the newest driver in the G430 series
released in 2024) boasts more MOI and may provide greater forgiveness on tee shots
if you’re in the market for a solid driver that corrects slices
the superior adjustability and all-around performance of the G430 MAX make it a worthy addition to your golf bag
Shop PING G430 MAX Driver
The Callaway Rogue ST MAX D
is the most draw-biased model in the Rogue ST series
This driver is designed specifically to correct slices
it is a draw-biased driver that does not have moveable weights
It focuses solely on anti-slice performance through its construction
The built-in draw bias of the Callaway Rogue ST MAX D is achieved through internal/external heel weighting and a slightly closed face that helps reduce side spin for straighter shots
The Speed Cartridge places weight low and back in the clubhead
boosting MOI for forgiveness on off-center hits
while the AI-designed Flash Face Cup maintains ball speed across the face
With Jailbreak Speed Frame stability and an adjustable hosel for loft
this 460cc driver makes hitting straighter
Although Callaway has since released both the Paradigm and Paradigm Smoke AI series drivers
the Callaway Rogue ST MAX D remains a top model for players whose golf swing produces a slice
Shop Callway Rogue ST MAX D Driver
The Callaway Mavrik driver
introduced in 2020 to replace the Epic Flash driver
heralded Callaway's second generation of AI-engineered drivers
forgiveness on off-center hits and improved sound
Its moderate draw bias helps slicers gain better control of their golf ball
Although the Mavrik has less MOI than many other anti-slice drivers
its Flash Face technology maximizes ball speed across the thin titanium face to help provide ample forgiveness and distance
The Cyclone Aero shape of the head reduces drag
more controlled drives that fly straighter toward their intended target
Callaway’s enhanced Jailbreak Technology improves energy transfer for more distance and stability on impact
while also reducing the side spin that slicers dread
the Mavrik is an eye-catching golf club that is still one of the best drivers for slicers
Shop Callaway Mavrik Driver
The TaylorMade SIM2
launched in 2021 and replaced by the Stealth series in 2022
was designed for mid-handicap golfers (10-25 handicap) seeking a blend of distance and forgiveness
It was TaylorMade's lightest and strongest driver before the company switched from titanium to carbon in the clubhead
A significant difference maker in the SIM2’s performance is its aerodynamic clubhead design
which enhances swing speed and reduces drag to promote longer
The aluminum Forged Ring Construction adds power and forgiveness
while the lightweight carbon sole and increased rear weight contribute to a low center of gravity and high MOI
Although the SIM2 lacks built-in draw bias
its stabilized clubface at impact helps reduce slices
TaylorMade’s Speed Injected Twist Face technology pushes ball speed to the limit
and the corrective face curvature ensures straighter shots
For golfers seeking a confidence-inspiring driver with plenty of forgiveness to help with slicing
Shop TaylorMade SIM2 Driver
The Rogue ST MAX may not be able to compete with the Rogue ST Max D as an extreme draw driver (see above)
but it has plenty of features that make it one of best anti-slice drivers
Of the four drivers in the Rogue ST series that are geared for different player profiles
the Callaway Rogue ST MAX is the most versatile for any type of golf swing
forgiveness and feel are hallmarks of the Rogue ST MAX
While it has a slight draw bias to help slicers
the Rogue ST '24 MAX edition is most notable for having the highest Moment of Inertia (MOI) of any driver Callaway makes
Callaway calls it the best combination of distance and forgiveness it offers in a driver
it features a powerful AI-designed titanium Flash Face
Callaway's improved Jailbreak Speed Frame technology promotes faster ball speeds and stability
The adjustable hosel and the ability to tweak the lie angle provide additional shot-shape correction
the Callaway Rogue ST MAX is an effective draw driver that sports a classic
Shop Callaway Rogue ST Max Driver
The TaylorMade M6 driver
was the last in TaylorMade's popular M Series of golf clubs
Once a favorite of Tour pros like Dustin Johnson and Jason Day
it still is widely played by amateur golfers seeking a well-rounded driver that excels in distance
The M6 features an aerodynamic shape and Speed Injected Twist Face—a technological advance designed to push the limits of ball speed
Slicers will notice a draw bias and improved accuracy on heel-side strikes
With extra weight positioned low and deep in the clubhead
this driver provides excellent forgiveness and stability
It is an ideal option for players who struggle to make consistent contact with the sweet spot
Originally priced lower than the more adjustable M5
the M6 offers tremendous value with a focus on distance and control
Though TaylorMade stopped producing the M6 in 2021
Aaron Rai used it to win the PGA Tour’s 2024 Wyndham Championship
The TaylorMade M6 driver continues to be a standout for all levels of golfers looking to improve their game
Shop TaylorMade M6 Driver
Rounding out our list, the Cobra AIR-X Offset driver, introduced in 2022
makes playing golf much easier for anyone who has a slower swing speed and struggles with slices
With its ultra-lightweight construction featuring a lighter club head and shaft
this driver allows players to generate more clubhead speed while boosting accuracy and control
The draw bias driver and offset hosel work in unison to correct the slicer's swing path
reducing side spin and encouraging a straighter ball flight and hopefully improving your golf game
A key feature of the Cobra AIR-X Offset driver is its closed face angle
which keeps the clubface square at impact to help right-handed golfers whose shots veer to the right
The 15-point variable thickness face enhances ball speed across the face
while the deep internal heel-side weighting promotes high launch and further minimizes slices
The high Moment of Inertia (MOI) design provides exceptional forgiveness on off-center hits
This driver is designed to suit players with swing speeds below 90 mph for men and 80 mph for women
It's also the only club on our list with a women's stock model that comes with a loft of 15°
If you want a more forgiving new driver that will promote a high ball flight and provide extra carry distance for your slow swing speed
the Cobra AIR-X Offset may be the one for you
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According to reports on X (formerly Twitter)
Louis Cardinals slugging first baseman Mark McGwire will continue his college baseball career at Saint Louis University
The news was reported by Patrick Ebert of d1baseball.com and confirmed by Stu Durando of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch
2 first baseman by Perfect Game coming out of Capistrano Valley High School in Mission Viejo
He signed with and played at the University of Oklahoma in 2022
hitting .189 (six for 53) with two home runs
eight runs scored in 16 games for a Sooners squad that advanced to the College World Series and played for the NCAA national championship
McGwire transferred to the University of San Diego
After Tommy John surgery caused him to miss his sophomore season in 2023
he batted .143 (one hit in seven at-bats) with one run scored in five games played (one start) as a junior
He will join a Saint Louis University program that went 37-16 this past season
including a 16-8 record in the Atlantic 10 Conference
who has worked as a batting practice pitcher for the St
has won 516 games in his 17 seasons at SLU
McGwire has had a good summer season playing in the Northwoods League with the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters
"It’s a good test for myself. I haven’t really been able to play in two years," McGwire told WSAW
"And to get out here show people what I can do is a huge
After playing for OU and USD, slugger Max McGwire is taking his talents back to St. Louis to play for @SLUBaseball – He slashed .305/.406/.496 playing with the @RapidsRafters in the Northwoods LeagueHere he hits his 3rd grand slam of the summer, and 5th home run overall ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/6vUKkZ2Avh
Mark McGwire played 16 seasons in the major leagues
including a then-record 70 in 1998 with the Cardinals
He followed that season with 65 homers in 1999
is a pitcher and was an eighth-round draft pick (No
He's currently in his second minor league season and pitching for the Single-A Myrtle Beach Pelicans
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Personalized performance is nothing new in the world of golf drivers
Over the years golf club engineers and designers have come to understand one driver is simply not enough to offer all golfers optimal speed
as everyone genuinely hits the ball differently
The thinking’s led to major manufacturers offering three or four different driver models so all golfers get the opportunity to dial in either low spin
And it’s that simple personalized performance idea Callaway have taken inspiration from to develop their new 2022 Rogue ST Drivers
Each of the four new models is specifically Speed Tuned to better suit its intended golfer than ever before
Callaway consistently produce some of the best golf drivers available
Callaway say Rogue ST drivers are an evolution over the popular 2018 Rogue drivers not a replacement of the 2021 Epic Speed or 2020 Mavrik (which came at forgiveness in an unconventional way
thanks to a forward CG for increased ball speed and spin robust face to manage dispersion)
so don’t expect any big meaty speed or distance claims over the two preceding models
Callaway have taken a Formula 1 approach whilst designing the ST drivers
exploring how every single parameter can be optimized to incrementally nudge and push the rules of maximum distance and stability to higher levels
Updates for 2022 include a new Jailbreak Speed Frame behind the face
Callaway say the design is stiffer at the bottom and more flexible at the top
and the company looked at 10 different titanium alloys before finding a material that could cope with the stresses of impacting a golf ball at 100+mph
A new Unibody construction was inspired by studying the construction of F1 cars
it means the Rogue ST heads are more consistently constructed than previous models
they’re also better at containing impact energy and returning it to the golf ball too
A new tungsten speed cartridge (which ranges in weight from 26g – 20g) at the back of the head
delivers extreme perimeter weighting performance within the family
Stock shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei AV White / Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue
The Rogue ST Max is the family’s most forgiving model
Callaway say it will make up 55 – 60% of all Rogue ST sales in 2022
Callaway are urging punters to see the three Max models as a mechano set of drivers
Each has a traditional stretched wide confidence inspiring head shape
and a tweaked center of gravity location for either lowering spin
upping MOI or counteracting a distance draining slice
Compared to the previous Epic Speed the Max cuts backspin by 250 RPM
which equates to 3 yards of extra distance
and gives an 11% tighter down range dispersion
Callaway say there’s a touch of draw bias built in (but nowhere near as much as the slice busting Rogue ST Max D), so it suits all levels of golfer well. Callaway reckon the Max is a little easier to hit straight than Ping’s G425 Max
A 26g tungsten Speed Cartridge (the copper-coloured section at the back of the head) means golfers get an MOI of 9000+ gcm2, where the Mavrik from two years ago was 7500gcm2
so golfers can expect extra ball speed protection when shots don’t hit the centre of the face
In a year when tons of club golfers will be excited and blinkered by the carbon fiber tech wrapped up in the face of TaylorMade’s new Stealth driver
it’s easy to forget hybrid titanium face and carbon fiber crown and sole panel drivers are right at their peak (TaylorMade would of course say they’ve plateaued hence why they’ve moved on)
and 3rd generation models have now rolled into this years drivers like the Rogue ST Max
And based on the Max’s impressive performance
you really shouldn’t give up on titanium faces just yet
Within the forgiving driver category the ST Max is an outstanding model
It was our test pro’s longest forgiving driver by 5 yards (which is a significant amount at his speed and ability)
but it’s not just raw power with no forgiveness
The model was tied 2nd fastest in terms of ball speed and 3rd best at protecting carry distance drop off (9 yards / 3.2%)
which is really beneficial when it comes to on course consistency and driving reliability
with new matt black crown manages to look super desirable at address
But what’s really clever is Callaway building in a touch of draw bias to this model
The idea will help improve ball speeds for slight heel strikers and give a hand to many golfers in attaining the ball flight shape they dream of
How the Callaway Rogue ST Max compares to other forgiving drivers in data (shots hit by TG test pro Neil Wain)
Like all four ST drivers (and each different loft) the lower spin LS has different artificially intelligent designed patterns on the back of the face to optimize ball speed from the typical impact locations of each loft and model
Callaway say the tech gives marginal gains over competitors and since starting to use AI in 2019 they’ve got better at asking the computer to optimize loft
Each generation wrings out extra performance that wouldn’t have been possible before AI
The tech allows Callaway to make the LS very speed and spin robust
so on and off-centre hits fly consistent distances
It used to be common thinking in running circles that big men
but Callaway say thanks to the LS having a shorter head from front to back and an aggressive aerodynamic shape (with a sloping crown from front to back) this just isn’t the case with the latest Max LS driver
The LS is a high MOI driver that’s built to lower spin for extra distance
with more shot shaping capacity and a more neutral (straight) ball flight than the Rogue ST Max
An excellent choice for bombers who also want a degree of shot shaping capability
Callaway say the LS typically falls into the hands of mid to low handicap golfers
Golf equipment has moved on massively since Callaway last gave their 2013 X Hot driver a matt paintjob (it was dark grey not black)
but we’re loving the return for this seasons Rogue ST
In the eyes of Equipment Ed Simon Daddow the LS is his favorite looking driver of the category as the matt black finish and cracking head shape look so playable and inviting to hit
Our test pro didn’t quite hit the same heights as he did with the standard Rogue ST Max
even though we tested both models with exactly the same shaft
Our pro’s slightly downward attack angle saw the model giving up 2.9 mph of ball speed and 12 yards of carry distance to its more forgiving sibling (the Callaway Rogue ST Max)
It’s highly likely though for more neutral and upwards driver strikers these numbers could well be reversed
What’s important is the LS is a lovely low spin driver this year
If you happen to be a more consistent striker
and you want to chase distance through lowering spin then the model should definitely be on your short list to try in 2022
How the Callaway Rogue ST Max LS compares to other low spin drivers in data (shots hit by TG test pro Neil Wain)
Thanks to extra heel weighting the ST Max D is the family’s most draw biased model
Hopefully slicers already understand they’re distance impaired (as slice spin hovers up power going off line rather than travelling towards to the target)
but Callaway’s most draw enabled driver the Rogue ST Max D is set-up to counteract that slice spin
and keep golfers on the mown grass more often
Callaway say the Max D has less face progression
so there’s more time to square the face at impact
A more upright lie angle helps start shots further left of the target
there’s a forgiving stretched address profile and internal and external weighting to create maximum shot shape correction
A 20g Tungsten Speed Cartridge also ensures high MOI performance for maximum forgiveness performance on off-centre hits
With Callaway’s Rogue ST Max driver having a smidgeon of draw bias built in this year we reckon a ton of golfers will choose that model this year over the Max D
Just remember if you’re anywhere close to having a severe slice you should definitely look at the Max D instead
Callaway have been really good for a few years now at setting up their driver heads differently to cater for varying target golfers
It’s an idea they say they’ve taken to the max to ensure very personalized performance this year
The Max D is noticeably wider from front to back (than the standard Rogue ST Max)
which for less confident drivers should boost confidence
and within the draw category nobody can argue this isn’t a very good looking driver
The Max D’s performance was solidly out in front of Simon’s current driver (by 0.4mph ball speed and 3 yards of carry distance)
which on any normal year would represent a reasonable switch
it wasn’t though quite enough to match the Stealth HD in 2022
How the Callaway Rogue ST Max D compares to other draw drivers in data (shots hit by TG Equipment Editor Simon Daddow). The highlighted red Ping G400 SFT was Simon’s gamer driver when the test was completed
90% of Callaway drivers are sold with stock shafts
which in part is down to installing true after-market models as stock lines
But because Rogue ST is all about personalized performance Callaway have optimized each driver model with its own stock shaft
The ST Max LS comes with a higher bend point
and lower launching Mitsubishi Tensei AV White
The ST Max will be mostly decked out with a higher launching
while thanks to targeting speed the ST Max D comes with a lighter Project X Cypher
It’s no secret Callaway like other manufacturers create ‘tour only’ driver models that are only accessible to their elite tour staff. In 2021 Jon Rahm and Phil Mickelson won the US Open and PGA Championship respectively, and Xander Schauffele won an Olympic Gold Medal
and they were all playing Callaway Epic Speed Triple Diamond drivers
a model that wasn’t available to the public
Thanks to an influx of interest in Triple Diamond
for 2022 Callaway are bringing the Rogue ST Triple Diamond LS to retail
Before you get too excited though remember who this model is aimed at
Callaway say the Triple Diamond is a tour-proven
450cc (it’s smaller than the standard Rogue ST Max)
The model is the lowest-spinning Rogue ST driver and it comes decked out with a neutral-to-fade bias which Callaway say makes it a great anti-left driver
Compared to the previous Sub Zero the Triple Diamond has a deeper face
which means its MOI is nudging 8000+ gcm2 whereas the Rogue ST Max is a full 1000 points higher at 9000+ gcm2
Think very seriously before plumping for a Triple Diamond on the grounds of just lowering spin or because the best players in the world use them
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Max King is set for a return to full AFL training next week in some badly needed good news on the injury front for St Kilda
The Saints key forward was among three frontline players injured on a morning of carnage last Friday at training
St Kilda say Max King will return to full training next week after his knee injury. Photo by Chris Hyde/AFL Photos/via Getty Images
While Jack Sinclair's hamstring has sidelined him for four weeks and Mason Wood is out for two to three weeks with a sore quad
"Max will have a lighter week as a precaution
but will be back to full training next week," Saints football boss David Misson said in a club statement
including a knee problem last year that restricted him to only 12 games
The Saints have already lost young gun Mattaes Phillipou for another nine to 10 weeks with a leg stress fracture
Rowan Marshall could play in round one as he recovers from a pelvis injury
while Liam Henry (knee) is about to return to full training
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Dougal Howard is recovering from shoulder surgery last week and Paddy Dow is sidelined indefinitely after a serious knee infection
Hawthorn have confirmed young key forward Calsher Dear will miss the start of the season because of a lower back stress fracture
Dear has been on a rehabilitation program since December and scans have shown he needs more time to recover
He had an impressive debut season last year
Melbourne defender Judd McVee hurt his right hamstring at training on Wednesday
with the Demons awaiting the results of scans
but we will know more shortly," said Melbourne football boss Alan Richardson
Vice-captain Jack Viney is sidelined this week with a rib injury and young gun Caleb Windsor is recovering from a skin infection
The club added Christian Salem and Jack Bowey missed Wednesday training due to illness
one of the two “martyrs of Auschwitz” along with St
Kolbe was a Polish Franciscan who was interned in the infamous death camp for publishing anti-Nazi material during the German occupation of Poland; he volunteered himself to be murdered in the stead of an interned husband and father
who would later champion his cause for canonization
whom John Paul II declared a saint in 1982
has many patronages of importance to modern Catholic life
there is a controversial aspect to him as well
since—ironically for a saint martyred by the Nazis—early in his career he had indulged in many of the antisemitic canards common in his time and place
His writing in the 1920s and 1930s includes material about Freemasons being an “organized clique of fanatical Jews” and names “international Zionism” as the hand guiding Masonry and communism
Jewish historians and theologians are not always comfortable with Kolbe
In graduate school I took a seminar on Holocaust theology with a noted Jewish scholar who had mixed feelings on the martyr
feelings that most of my classmates came to share
In spite of this I write to support Kolbe and his stature as a saint and martyr
and the propaganda that turned so many Poles like Kolbe to collaboration (or worse) with that regime
did not ratify or intensify Kolbe’s antisemitism
classifies Kolbe as a Righteous among the Nations—a Gentile who risked his life to save Jews from extermination
is that the anti-Jewish overtones in his writing ceased after the Nazi invasion and that his monastery sheltered over a thousand Jewish refugees early in the war
Nor is Kolbe unusual in this trajectory; many Holocaust rescuers and anti-Nazi operators harbored
In many ways Kolbe reminds me of another modern martyr
Both men underwent changes in their attitudes towards the oppressed late in their lives
and were martyred in connection with those changes
Both were martyred by far-right regimes despite being political and theological conservatives themselves
Both have their feast days on the anniversary of their martyrdom
each falls on the day before a major Marian solemnity—Romero on the day before the Annunciation and Kolbe
Both led exemplary personal lives marred by association—Kolbe through his early antisemitic and conspiratorial writings
Romero through his close relationship with El Salvador’s political elite before his late-in-life transformation into a champion of the poor
Both of these saints’ stories are thus ones of permanently ongoing conversion
of an imperfect witness nonetheless characterized by constant striving for God to the point of martyrdom
Catholic martyrs need not have led especially admirable lives to be canonized
The Chinese Martyrs include at least one figure
who had been away from the sacraments for decades due to a drug addiction that his confessor refused to absolve
but that was not yet understood at the time.) St
Thomas Becket was a conniving wheeler and dealer who spent the majority of his life as a dissolute secular statesman before being appointed Archbishop of Canterbury for political reasons
distrusted abuse accusations against priests and bishops and made numerous poor decisions as Pope because of this distrust
These respective stories demonstrate the lifelong
ongoing process of conversion that all of us are called to undergo
The reassuring aspect of this is that everybody
can continuously work to overcome them with God’s grace
only He can judge whether one person’s sins are worse than another’s and whether that is a true impediment to sanctity or not
The world of the early twentieth century was not divided cleanly between philosemites and Nazis
The fact that Maximilian Kolbe is not immediately identifiable as the former does not
This is not to minimize the unacceptability of some of his views and writings; quite the contrary
How comforting that those who are “raised to the altars” are those who we can know with certainty have been imperfect but also forgiven
in the presence of the God Who has redeemed them
let’s give thanks for the gift of the example of saints with rocky beginnings and questionable associations—in their lives
and—in so many cases—the conversion and the experience of grace that leads them from one to the other
Those who have gone before us in faith were mortal
fallible people just as we are; the communion of saints
like the communion of the living in the Eucharist here on earth
but a powerful medicine and nourishment for the weak.” In the presence of God in that communion
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Nathan Turowsky is a native New Englander, an alumnus of Boston University School of Theology, and one of the relatively few Catholic alumni of that primarily Wesleyan institution. He works in the nonprofit sector and writes at Silicate Siesta
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ST KILDA forward Max King is no certainty to face Adelaide in round one after undergoing knee surgery on Thursday morning
The 25-year-old has had recurrent pain since he injured his knee during an intra-club hitout on February 7
While the original prognosis saw King avoid surgery and instead reduce his training load for one to two weeks
the pain was reoccurring for nearly a month
leading to the need for an exploratory arthroscope on his right knee
"We explored a number of non-surgical options to eliminate Max’s pain
with varying but ultimately not long-lasting success," Saints footy boss David Misson said
so now we’ll give Max some time to recuperate and establish a more definite return to play timeline from there
we don’t believe this will cause major delays to Max’s 2025 campaign and he’ll remain touch and go for round one."
The Saints also confirmed key duo Rowan Marshall and Jack Sinclair wouldn't feature in the side's AAMI Community Series match against Port Adelaide on Saturday
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In the spirit of reconciliation the AFL acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land
We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today
Engineered to reduce distance loss on mishits
the Mizuno ST-Max 230 driver and fairway woods pack loads of performance into larger profiles
Realizing not everyone has the time to consume endless content on club-launch day
we’re offering a fresh version of our detailed tech write-ups that hit the high points
Here’s what you need to know about Mizuno’s new ST-Max driver and metal woods that will be released in February
Mizuno is ready to unveil the newest addition to the ST series with the ST-Max driver
fairway woods and hybrids — all designed to deliver ultra-stable performance without sacrificing speed
“Everything in the ST Max engineering is dedicated to producing a straight ball flight
with minimal speed drop-offs across the face,” said Chris Voshall
“One of the regular comments we heard in tour testing was that the heads felt like they were on tracks.”
It’s not just the larger address profile of the ST-Max that makes it unique; what truly separates the ST-Max from the X
the Z and the newly released G models is how the engineers at Mizuno have optimized the geometry of the head for forgiveness
all while maintaining the same 460cc volume by making it shallower and longer heel to toe
This shallow shape increases the overall surface area of the crown and sole
which allows for an expanded Cortech chamber on the sole for more flex and a total of 54 grams of back weight in the rear
making it Mizuno’s most stable driver ever made
To put the mass distribution into perspective
the 54-gram number is almost 20 grams more than the standard weight of the ST-X
What makes the Cortech chamber different is that it has been lengthened and shifted closer to the club face to better maintain ball speeds over a larger area
The Beta-rich Titanium LFS face material is 9 percent higher in tensile strength (compared to the previously used SAT2041) and gives engineers the ability to create a more complex multi-thickness face geometry like what’s used on the most recent ST-G
Mizuno believes that the new ST-Max offers enough forgiveness and total MOI that it has stretched the stock length to 45.75 inches to help golfers add speed
“The goal of the ST-Max project was to engineer the greatest MOI and performance from off-center strikes
but not sacrifice ball speed or make the profile too cumbersome to look at,” Voshall said
the ST-Max driver will be available in 9.5 (right- and left-hand available) and 10.5 degrees of loft (right-hand only)
They come with Mizuno’s quick-switch hosel with four degrees of adjustability
The max forgiveness and geometry of the driver continue with the fairway woods and hybrids by offering a larger footprint to help add MOI and stability around the entire head
While the smaller hybrids use a waffle pattern on the inside of the steel crown to increase strength and help position more weight in the sole
“The ST-Max stands alone as a high-MOI design; we’ve had genuine curiosity from our tour staff,” Voshall said
“A consequence of making sure the profile still looks good over the ball and the speed is there. Without retaining the other performance traits of a great fairway wood
an extra few points on the MOI scale means very little.”
the ST-Max fairway woods will be available in 15 and 18 degrees (right- and left-hand available) and a 21-degree option (right-hand only)
the ST-Max fairway woods will come with Mizuno’s quick-switch hosel with four degrees of adjustability
The ST-Max hybrids will be available in lofts of 19
with the 22- and 25-degree heads also available for left-handed golfers
Mizuno’s quick-switch hosel with four degrees of adjustability is available on all hybrid lofts
fairway woods and hybrids will be available in February
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Ryan Barath is GOLF Magazine and GOLF.com’s senior editor for equipment
He has an extensive club-fitting and -building background with more than 20 years of experience working with golfers of all skill levels
he was the lead content strategist for Tour Experience Golf
Mitsubishi Lai' Li Blue or UST Mamiya Helium NanoCore 4F1 shaft and Lamkin ST Hybrid grip
Specs: MAS1C maraging stainless steel with stainless steel chassis
Who It's For: Golfers who prioritize forgiveness and who want to hit straighter shots off the tee and from the fairway
The Skinny: The new ST-Max 230 is designed to be the most forgiving
most stable and easiest fairway wood to hit in the Mizuno lineup
The Deep Dive: Mizuno's ST-G fairway wood is an attention-getter because with its titanium construction
massive stainless steel sole plate and weight-forward design
accomplished golfers can use it as an alternative to a driver for increased accuracy without losing much distance
the Japanese brand is offering its most stable fairway wood yet for golfers who want a point-and-shoot club that is even easier to hit
the ST-Max is the biggest fairway wood in the Mizuno stable
and when it comes to helping a club resist twisting on off-center hits
But what really makes a club more stable on shots hit outside of the sweet spot is a high moment of inertia (MOI)
Mizuno designers needed to reposition more weight to the back of the head
instead of using stainless steel on the crown
That not only creates discretionary weight but also removes weight from the top of the club and lowers the center of gravity (CG) location
Mizuno also gave the ST-Max 230 a larger CorTech Chamber behind the leading edge
The CorTech chamber is a slot that allows the lower portion of the hitting area to flex more efficiently and pull the sweet spot down
The slot is covered by a blue thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) to keep water and debris out of the head
but a small stainless-steel bar has been added instead of the TPU
the TPU soaks up some of the vibrations that are created to make shots feel better
but the bar's momentum keeps it moving forward
so the club transfers more energy into the shot
The TPU used in the CorTech Chamber weighs less than the steel that would be there
and along with the weight saved by using a carbon fiber crown
it allowed Mizuno to add a weight in the back of the sole that pulls the center of gravity back and elevates the MOI
the new ST-Max produces a higher ball flight and more spin
which for many golfers should translate into more carry distance and a steep angle of descent
so shots stop faster for more control and consistency
Below are several looks at the Mizuno ST-Max 230 fairway woods
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Mitsubishi AV Series Blue or AV Series White graphite shafts and Callaway Universal grips
Specs: 455 stainless steel cup face with internal tungsten weight
Most golf club designers will tell you that
no one should use a 3-iron and most golfers would probably benefit from ditching their 4-iron
game-improvement sets are commonly starting with a 5-iron
Instead of swinging tough-to-hit long irons
hybrids are now the go-to clubs for most players
Callaway has a new family of hybrids called Rogue ST Max that the company said are the longest
most forgiving hybrids it has ever produced
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cup face designCallaway gave the Rogue ST hybrids a full-length 455 stainless steel cup face to increase ball speed and performance across the hitting area
Instead of being a flat piece of metal welded to the body
the face extends and wraps over the topline
the toe and the leading edge to broaden the sweet spot
Callaway also designed each face differently based on its loft using artificial intelligence
Callaway’s computer systems determined the ideal pattern for each club
so they are all subtly different with seemingly random thicker and thinner areas
Callaway has added a Jailbreak system to hybrids
It started as a pair of internal bars that connected the sole and crown to stiffen the club’s body and help return energy to the ball for more distance
the Jailbreak system designed into the Rogue ST hybrids has been modified
Callaway added a pair of metal pieces like window frames in the heel and toe areas
The reason for this is hybrids are wide but much smaller than drivers and fairway woods
and Callaway said the updated Jailbreak ST system does a better job of stiffening the chassis
It also pushes some extra weight to the perimeter of the head to increase stability
To help offset the weight of the hosel and push the center of gravity down and back
Callaway added an internal tungsten weight to the toe area of the sole
Driving the center of gravity down and back helps encourage a higher launch and softer-landing shots
so golfers should find their ideal long-iron replacement when working with a custom fitter
The Rogue ST Max is an iron-style hybrid with a square-toe design
It was created with slightly stronger lofts for more ball speed
Callaway said the Rogue ST Max creates 1.5 mph more ball speed and 3.5 yards more distance than the Mavrik hybrid
5H (23 degrees) and 6H (26 degrees) versions
The Rogue ST Pro is a fairway wood-style hybrid with a more-rounded face and lower profile
The Pro has a slightly flatter lie angle and a sole designed with more camber to improve turf interaction
3H (20 degrees) and 4H (23 degrees) versions
The Rogue ST Max OS and OS Lite hybrids were designed with a draw bias to help golfers who slice
The Max OS Lite is designed especially for slower-swinging players
It comes standard with a lighter shaft and less tungsten in the head to help players generate more clubhead speed
The Rogue ST Max OS is available as a 3H (19 degrees)
The Rogue ST Max OS Lite comes as a 3H (21 degrees)
UST-Mamiya LIN-Q Blue Hybrid or Helium NanoCore Hybrid shaft and Lamkin ST Hybrid grip
Specs: MAS1C maraging stainless steel with stainless steel chassis with an adjustable hosel
Who It's For: Golfers who want an easy-to-hit replacement for their long irons that produces a high launch angle and extra carry distance
The Skinny: The new ST-Max 230 hybrids are like miniature fairway woods
with a larger size and high moment of inertia (MOI) to make them easy to hit off the tee and from the fairway for golfers who want more forgiveness and distance than traditional long irons
The Deep Dive: The new Mizuno ST-Max hybrids are designed to appeal to the same golfers who will benefit from the ST-Max driver and fairway woods
meaning golfers who want to maximize stability and forgiveness
While the driver and fairway woods utilize multi-material constructions
Instead of adding a small carbon fiber crown
Mizuno made the top of the club thicker in some areas and thinner in others
and while the glossy black top gives the ST-Max hybrids a classic look in the address position
a larger CorTech Chamber complements the MAS1C stainless steel face in the sole
It's a slot designed behind the leading edge that is then filled with a blue thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU)
so grass and debris do not get inside the head
Mizuno designers have added a stainless steel bar that helps the head maintain forward momentum at the moment of impact
while the TPU reduces weight and soaks up excessive vibrations
the CorTech Chamber also helps golfers generate more ball speed
makes the ST-Max 230 hybrids more stable on off-center hits
but the addition of a weight in the back of the sole helps to drive up the MOI and further increase stability
To help golfers and fitters fill distance gaps and provide clubs that go to precise distances
the ST-Max 230 hybrids are available in four loft options
each club's adjustable hosel allows the stated loft to be increased or decreased by up to 2 degrees
The result is golfers can adjust the clubs to cover lofts from as little as 17 degrees to as much as 30 degrees
Several close-up images of the ST-Max 230 hybrids are below
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Scott SpitsThe Western Bulldogs have an injury list that would worry any AFL club
but showed their depth in their win over Hawthorn in their pre-season hitout on Thursday
even as they lost skipper Marcus Bontempelli in the first quarter to a calf complaint
Marcus Bontempelli left the field early in the Dogs’ pre-season clash with Hawthorn.Credit: Getty Images
Though the decision to put Bontempelli on ice appeared to be a precaution (keeping him on would have been like driving your Rolls-Royce in the rain)
the Dogs will be without a number of stars for round one against North Melbourne
defender Liam Jones (hamstring) and Jamarra Ugle-Hagan (personal reasons) will be among the Dogs missing on March 15
Laitham Vandermeer is also expected to enter concussion protocols
But the club’s depth was evident in performances such as that of Sam Davidson
a mature-aged draftee who shone like a beacon against the Hawks
He racked up possessions at will in the first half; at one point he had 23 touches before the main break
Just try to leave him out of your round one team
What you need to knowThe match had ebbs and flows
and the game was up for grabs until the last minute of play
The fourth quarter was played with more intensity as the instinct to find a way to win took over
Defenders Tom Barrass and Josh Battle have “stiffened up” Hawthorn
have given the Hawks some serious stability in the back line and early indications are that their addition at Waverley mean the Hawks are better balanced across the field
Key playersAll eyes are on Sam Darcy in 2025
with the sky the limit for the fourth-year Bulldog
The 21-year-old showed only glimpses of his best
but it was a strong and untroubled pre-season hitout regardless
“Bont” was barely sighted and the 240-gamer will enter a new season with very little footy under his belt
Of all the players across the 18 AFL clubs
Aaron Naughton’s form against the Hawks will give Dogs fans a reason to smile
He got better and better as the game went on
Battle (27 possessions and six marks) and to a lesser extent Barrass (11 possessions and six marks) were good for Hawthorn
But the Hawks had a solid spread of contributors
less reliant on standout contributors across the four quarters compared to their opponents
so when they started to find the footy in the second half it was already a plus
Expert’s viewThere was enough rust on show for Hawthorn to give the brown and gold cause for concern a week before their season-opener against Sydney
Hawthorn trailed the club they comfortably beat in last year’s elimination finals by 22 points at the main break in Tasmania
but the margin at that point could easily have been in the range of four to five goals
Midway through the term the inside-50 count was
it’s an AFL opening round road trip to take on the Swans for premiership points at the SCG on Friday
That’s a marquee match-up between a grand final team and a club that narrowly missed a preliminary final last year
The Western Bulldogs kick off their season in round one on Saturday
in a night match against North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium
the Dogs must settle for nothing less than four points against the Kangas
HAWTHORN 2.2 3.5 6.8 9.12 (66)WESTERN BULLDOGS 3.6 6.9 7.11 11.11 (77)GOALS – Hawthorn: Watson 2
Premiership defender Brandon Starcevich will miss Brisbane’s AFL season opener against Geelong after he was concussed in their three-point loss to Adelaide
Starcevich went to ground in the second term of the pre-season clash on Thursday night at Brighton Homes Arena after he was pushed into a marking contest by opponent Daniel Curtin
It comes a few days after the AFL took no action against West Coast player Reuben Ginbey for an incident where he pushed Richmond’s No.1 draft pick Sam Lalor
Levi Ashcroft is primed for a round-one debut.Credit: AFL Photos via Getty Images
The Tigers youngster suffered heavy contact and was left with concussion and a jaw fracture
“It was an unfortunate incident - he obviously got pushed into contact - not much you can do about it,” Lions assistant coach Stuart Dew said of Starcevich’s injury
“Sometimes players are going to get it wrong.”
The Crows need a strong opening more than most and their recruits shone as they came back in the last quarter for the 14.13 (97) to 13.16 (94) win
Former GWS players James Peatling and Isaac Cumming
new vice-captain Alex Neal-Bullen and youngster Sid Draper all were prominent for Adelaide
The Lions led by 22 points midway through the last term in humid conditions before Adelaide kicked the last four goals
Captain Jordan Dawson’s goal put the Crows in front with less than four minutes left
before Cam Rayner and Jaspa Fletcher missed set shots for the Lions
Darcy Fogarty kicked two of his three goals in the fourth term.Credit: Getty Images
Adelaide slumped badly last season to 15th place
They have abandoned any talk about finals and the public focus is on their round-one home clash against St Kilda on March 16
beating the premiers and seeing so many good signs from their new players are important boosts for Adelaide
It was also significant that they won a tight game - even if Brisbane blew two very gettable late chances - given the Crows lost six games last season by less than two goals
Peatling had 13 contested possessions in the midfield and Cumming kicked a goal in the last term
while Neal-Bullen had seven inside 50s among his 20 possessions
Isaac Cumming played a prominent role for Adelaide.Credit: Getty Images
taken at No.4 last year in the national draft
showed he is ready for round one by coming on in the second half and racking up five clearances among his 14 disposals
One of the keys to the Lions’ premiership defence will be life up forward after Joe Daniher’s retirement
Fellow key forward Eric Hipwood returned for the first time in the pre-season and kicked two goals
Lachie Neale dominated the match.Credit: Getty Images
Small forward Kai Lohmann started the game with a couple of spectacular marks as Brisbane took control early
But the Crows steadied immediately and scores were level at the main break
the younger brother of Norm Smith Medallist Will
showed impressive forward craft with his goal in the last quarter and he also is primed for a round-one debut
Marc McGowanSt Kilda’s star spearhead Max King is in danger of missing round one – and potentially longer – after having surgery on his right knee on Thursday morning
Scans this month ruled out a second ACL rupture on that knee after a training incident
but King went under the knife for an exploratory arthroscope after continuing to deal with pain as he tried to ramp up his preparation
who has kicked 159 goals in 83 career matches since being the No.4 pick in the much-hyped 2018 draft
played only 12 games last season after hurting the posterior cruciate ligament in his left knee
Saints forward Max King has had surgery on his knee.Credit: Getty Images
“We explored a number of non-surgical options to eliminate Max’s pain
with varying but ultimately not long-lasting success,” St Kilda football boss David Misson said
so now we’ll give Max some time to recuperate and establish a more definite return-to-play timeline from there
we don’t believe this will cause major delays to Max’s 2025 campaign
and he’ll remain touch and go for round one.”
Liam Henry (knee) is also in doubt for round one
while Mattaes Philippou (leg stress fracture)
Dougal Howard (shoulder) and top-10 draftee Alix Tauru (back) face longer recoveries
The Saints are travelling to Adelaide Oval to face the Crows in their season-opener on March 16
and will tune up for that contest with a pre-season hitout against Port Adelaide on Saturday
Ruck-forward Rowan Marshall (pelvis) and All-Australian defender Jack Sinclair (hamstring) won’t be ready to face the Power
but St Kilda are optimistic they will be fit to play Adelaide
King inked a six-year extension in October to tie him to the club until the end of 2032
so the Saints have invested heavily in him despite his extensive injury history
including a shoulder reconstruction in late 2022
The 202-centimetre key forward kicked a career-high 52 goals before his shoulder setback that year
in a sign of what he is capable of when he can play close to a full season
Mitch Owens and Anthony Caminiti will be relied upon to step up as focal points if King’s absence lingers
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it\\u2019s an AFL opening round road trip to take on the Swans for premiership points at the SCG on Friday
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HAWTHORN 2.2 3.5 6.8 9.12 (66)WESTERN BULLDOGS 3.6 6.9 7.11 11.11 (77)GOALS \\u2013 Hawthorn: Watson 2
Premiership defender Brandon Starcevich will miss Brisbane\\u2019s AFL season opener against Geelong after he was concussed in their three-point loss to Adelaide
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\\u201CI\\u2019m sure it will be looked at..
I don\\u2019t think there\\u2019s any malice in it
\\u201CSometimes players are going to get it wrong.\\u201D
Captain Jordan Dawson\\u2019s goal put the Crows in front with less than four minutes left
One of the keys to the Lions\\u2019 premiership defence will be life up forward after Joe Daniher\\u2019s retirement
Marc McGowanSt Kilda\\u2019s star spearhead Max King is in danger of missing round one \\u2013 and potentially longer \\u2013 after having surgery on his right knee on Thursday morning
\\u201CWe explored a number of non-surgical options to eliminate Max\\u2019s pain
with varying but ultimately not long-lasting success,\\u201D St Kilda football boss David Misson said
so now we\\u2019ll give Max some time to recuperate and establish a more definite return-to-play timeline from there
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and he\\u2019ll remain touch and go for round one.\\u201D
Ruck-forward Rowan Marshall (pelvis) and All-Australian defender Jack Sinclair (hamstring) won\\u2019t be ready to face the Power
Mitch Owens and Anthony Caminiti will be relied upon to step up as focal points if King\\u2019s absence lingers
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The saint died in the concentration camp at Auschwitz
and is remembered as a “martyr of charity” for dying in place of another prisoner who had a wife and children
He was canonized by Pope John Paul II on October 10
Maximilian is also celebrated for his missionary work
his evangelistic use of modern means of communication
and for his lifelong devotion to the Virgin Mary under her title of the Immaculate Conception
Maximilian's life converged in his founding of the Militia Immaculata
Maximilian Kolbe's mission of bringing individuals and societies into the Catholic Church
both to his holy life and to his eventual martyrdom
and later described how she miraculously appeared to him holding two crowns: one was white
When he was asked to choose between these two destinies
the troublesome child and future saint said he wanted both
he entered the minor seminary of the Conventual Franciscans at age 13
At age 20 he made his solemn vows as a Franciscan
earning a doctorate in philosophy the next year
which eventually destroyed one of his lungs and weakened the other
in response to anti-Catholic demonstrations by Italian Freemasons
Friar Maximilian led six other Franciscans in Rome to form the association they called the Militia Immaculata
The group's founding coincided almost exactly with the Bolshevik revolution in Russia
Maximilian returned to work in Poland during the 1920s
he promoted the Catholic faith through newspapers and magazines which eventually reached an extraordinary circulation
published from a monastery so large it was called the “City of the Immaculata.”
and had established a Japanese Catholic press by 1936
along with a similarly ambitious monastery
he published one last issue of the Knight of the Immaculata before his final arrest and transportation to Auschwitz in 1941
10 prisoners were sentenced to death by starvation in punishment for another inmate's escape
Moved by one man's lamentation for his wife and children
Survivors of the camp testified that the starving prisoners could be heard praying and singing hymns
led by the priest who had volunteered for an agonizing death
on the night before the Church's feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Maximilian Kolbe's body was cremated by the camp officials on the feast of the Assumption
He had stated years earlier: “I would like to be reduced to ashes for the cause of the Immaculata
and may this dust be carried over the whole world
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The max forgiveness and geometry of the driver continue with the new ST-Max 230 hybrids by offering a larger footprint to help add MOI and stability around the entire head
A composite-wrap crown covers the toe section of the fairway wood heads to reduce overall mass higher in the head.
The new hybrids also use a waffle pattern on the inside of the steel crown to increase strength and help position more weight in the sole
A lot of people forget that Mizuno was the first OEM to produce a driver with an adjustable sliding weight track
and although it has gone through a number of iterations
it is back with the 2024 ST-G to help adjust ball flight and dial-in spin
The sliding weight track isn’t the only adjustable technology either
because both the fairway woods and the driver are also outfitted with Mizuno’s quick switch adjustable hosel
and to help the face of the ST-G driver better deliver more energy across a larger area the engineers at Mizuno utilize a beta-rich Ti LFS material
This titanium alloy offers up a 9 percent higher tensile strength compared to SAT2041 which gave designers the opportunity to push the multi-thickness face geometry further
tour testing demonstrated an average 1.5 mph ball speed increase compared using the SAT2041 material
Now behind the face and on the sole is the Cortech Chamber which houses a stainless steel weight encased in an elastomeric TPU
This filed slot removes stress from the club face to create more flex
while also positioning more mass near the face to lower spin and offer a powerful sound at impact
The ST-Max features a larger address profile
but what truly separates the ST-Max from the X
Any company that can count the brilliant forged Apex iron family within their ranks will face a challenge when introducing competing new models
But Callaway insist thanks to the company cleverly pitching the Apex as the best iron they make last year
consumers are now more primed to understand the differences between Apex and four new Rogue ST models
Apex are the best golf irons Callaway make because they’re forged and cost over £1K a set
But Callaway know not everyone is willing to pay a premium price to play forged irons so there’s plenty of space for four new Rogue ST irons in 2022
Here’s what you need to know about each of them
Stock shaft: Project X Rifle Tour Flighted (s) Mitsubishi Tensei AV White (g)
Forgiveness rating: 2.5 (Players’ Distance Iron)
Callaway have taken inspiration from the ‘personalised performance’ story behind their 2022 Rogue ST Max drivers to come up with four new Rogue ST irons
Each is more tailored down to the traits of its intended audience than ever before
The ST Pro is a cast hollow body iron (where the majority of hollow irons have either a forged body or face)
thanks to 48g of tungsten (which is split between toe and heel locations
and 188% more than in the previous Mavrik iron) inside
golfers get the look of a tidy muscleback blade at address but with similar levels of forgiveness to a compact mid-handicap cavity back
WATCH: Best 2022 Players’ Distance Iron video
Callaway say their engineers have worked hard to position weight higher in the short irons and wedges and lower in the long irons so ball flight windows are optimized for maximum carry distance and control across the set
Thanks to more shock absorbing urethane inside (to the height of the 6th groove) sound and feel are tuned to levels that decent players expect
Designed for low-to-mid single figure handicappers Callaway say the Pro are compact and workable as well as being fast and long for the category
The ST Pro is brand new for 2022 and Callaway say if you see the model as sitting between their Apex Pro and Apex 21 irons
Many golfers will likely choose between the three models based on head construction
which for some will likely be a sticking point within the Players’ Distance Iron category
Our test pro commented on liking the feel and sound of the Pro so we reckon many club golfers are likely to not even spot the cast vs forged differential
If you’re one of those players less attention to impact sound the Pro’s are a cracking set of irons
and they’ll set you back less than both Apex models – hence why Callaway created them
In an extremely tight category (that’s rammed full of very good irons) the ST Pro were right in the mix across our Players’ Distance Iron Test metrics without quite being an outstanding performer in any particular area
We rate it among the best mid-handicap irons available
How the Callaway Rogue ST Pro iron compares to other Players’ Distance Irons in data
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Stock shaft: True Temper Elevate MPH (s) Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue or Project X Cypher (g)
Forgiveness rating: 3.5 (Mid-Handicap Iron)
The original Callaway Rogue X iron which launched in 2018 caused quite a stir as it’s 27° 7-iron was the strongest and longest on the market at the time
Callaway have dialled back a fraction on the Max’s new loft (to 27.5°) but categorically they insist the 2022 Rogue is longer thanks to a new
After tracking the impact locations of thousands of golfers all four Rogue ST irons have new high strength 450 AI cup faces
but essentially also capable of flexing nearly as much as a titanium driver face (0.825 COR
which is amazing considering the size and material difference
Callaway say thanks to a more stable body (there’s 62g of tungsten weighting inside, which is 260% more than the previous Mavrik iron) energy transfer efficiency is improved so golfers can expect a gain of 1.5 mph in ball speed and 4.2 yards of carry distance over the previous Mavrik iron
Very much a mid-handicap iron to suit a very wide audience of golfers
in the right hands the Max will be the longest Rogue ST iron in 2022
Golfers talk lots about looks when it comes to irons
even at this end of the scale where models are pitched at mid-handicap players
But if you’re the type of golfer who can see past looks and are happy using equipment that truly benefits your game
not because they were the most inspiring to look at
Rogue ST Max delivers the same excellent performance in the hands of average club golfers
there’s a wider top edge than much of the competition and the face has a natural tendency to want to roll shut at address
those are the exact traits that up forgiveness on off centre hits and help tons of golfers eliminate weak right sided shots (for a right handed golfer)
The ST was tied 2nd longest in our Best 2022 Mid-Handicap Iron Test (with the PXG 0311 XP Gen4 and TaylorMade Stealth) and was comfortably above avearge for all other test metrics
How does the Callaway Rogue ST Max Iron compare to other Mid-Handicap Irons in data
Stock shaft: True Temper Elevate 85g (s) Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue & Project X Cypher
Forgiveness rating: 4 (Mid – High Handicap Iron)
Any new four iron family can feel intimidating
as there’s just so many options and choices to be considered
But remember each of the new Rogue ST irons share similar base technology
before each is individually tailored to a particular target golfers ability
aesthetic desires and typical impact location
So long as you know a bit about your ability and swing speed you should be able to discount half the family and leave yourself with a choice of two
Compared to the Rogue ST Max the OS have wider soles
extra hosel offset (which creates a little draw bias) and a thicker topline
all of which will help boost confidence for lots of mid – high handicap players
A fraction more loft (than the Rogue ST Max) helps flight shots correctly at more average speeds
so approaches will still stop and hold a green
All four Rogue ST sets have unique AI developed face patterns to optimize ball speed
launch and spin based on the typical impact locations for their target golfer
Mid to high handicap golfers will get better performance on toe side misses with the Max OS while better players will get improved results on heel side misses with the Rogue ST Pro
See the Max OS as a cracking average-speed cavity back iron and one of the best irons for high-handicap players and you really won’t go too far wrong
Callaway fans will know the brands game improving mid and high-handicap cast irons are usually pretty beefed up
so they’re just the type of people who’ll understand and accept the extra size that up’s forgiveness when shots are sprayed across the face
If you’ve seen the previous Mavrik and Rogue irons
the ST Max are very much running from the same vein
with offset hosels and a fast face construction
We like how this new model has a little more loft (28.5deg – 7-iron) than some in the category
It’s a feature most average speed players will appreciate
and for those who muster less than average club speeds there’s also a Max OS Lite model to factor i to any buying decision
From their slightly weaker lofts the OS weren’t quite the fastest or longest High-Handicap iron (as we’d expect) we hit this year
what they are though is a very solid mix of speed
descent angle plus raw power which is just what lots of average average club golfers are after
How does the Callaway Rogue ST Max OS iron compare to other High-Handicap irons in data
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Forgiveness rating: 4 (High-Handicap / Moderate Swing Speed Iron)
The fact the Max OS Lite is only available with graphite shafts in Women’s
Lite and Regular flexes says everything you need to know about this model
Callaway say the Lite is absolutely not to be labelled a ladies or senior model
instead it’s the perfect cavity back for golfers who struggle for speed
there’s also 3° extra 7-iron loft to ensure moderate swing speed players flight shots to stay in the air longer
Maximising air-time at slower swing speeds equates to extra carry distance over the stronger lofted Max OS or Max models
If your swing speed is anywhere close to moderate don’t rule the OS Lite out as the best way to more carry distance in 2022
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The Apex MB’s head has lovely straight lines and sharp edges
Thanks to the weight behind the sweetspot elite players can swingweight the set with different shafts without moving the centre of gravity
The iron played by world #1 Jon Rahm
TCB stands for Tour Cavity Back which should spell out very clearly how this model is for the games best ball strikers and those who prefer a forged tour level cavity back over a muscleback blade
If your ball striking is good enough the TCB are a stunning set
Callaway Apex 21 Pro iron
A compact forged hollow body players iron with the added benefit of internal tungsten weighting for stability and a fast flexible face for extra ball speed
slightly more playable alternative to a full-on tour level forged cavity back
Lots of decent players will find themselves choosing between the Apex 21 Pro and this model in 2022
Decisions will come down to whether players put a premium on their irons being forged (Apex 21 Pro) or how much they want to chase distance (the stronger lofted Rogue ST Pro)
Either way the Rogue ST Pro will offer a cost saving
Callaway Apex 21 iron
Category: Players’ Distance to Mid-Handicap Iron
A brilliant forged cavity back iron which will suit the speed
look and distance desires of a huge amount of decent club golfers
So long as you have reasonable amounts of club speed this is Callaway’s longest Apex iron
Perfect for golfers who put less of a premium on how their irons look
feel and sound and are happy in exchange to get more power and forgiveness
Thanks to having cast not forged heads the Max will come in for less than the equivalent Apex DCB
Callaway Apex DCB iron
Forged irons never used to target Mid-High Handicap golfers
Thanks though to the DCB it no longer matters what your ability or club speed
it’s possible to play a lovely desirable forged iron
You won’t find many better looking Mid-High Handicap irons
and few forged iron alternatives will be better set up for moderate swing speed players
Maximum forgiveness without employing hybrid style irons
The OS are a great option for golfers who want to rinse as much playability out of their irons as possible
The OS Lite are brilliantly set up for golfers who want ultimate forgiveness but lack speed
Simon Daddow is the Equipment Editor at TodaysGolfer.co.uk
Simon has worked in the golf industry for 30 years
Starting out as trainee professional at Downes Crediton GC where he learned the art of golf club making
before going onto work for Clubhaus Plc and Tony Charles Ltd as a golf club maker
and running Product Development at Benross Golf
Joining EMAP Active (now Bauer Media) in 2006 as Equipment Editor
Simon has worked for Today’s Golfer and Golf World magazines and the Today’s Golfer website
he’s played golf for 40 years and plays to a handicap of 10
A lack of club speed means he’s short off the tee
Stock shaft: Project X Rifle Tour Flighted (s) Mitsubishi Tensei AV White (g)
Forgiveness rating: 2.5 (Players' Distance Iron)
Stock shaft: True Temper Elevate MPH (s) Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue or Project X Cypher (g)
Stock shaft: True Temper Elevate 85g (s) Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue & Project X Cypher
Forgiveness rating: 4 (Mid - High Handicap Iron)
Stock shaft: Project X Cypher
DROPPED for Box Hill's VFL preliminary final in 2023
Max Hall's footy career was at a crossroads
The options were to either head back to community footy
It led to his selection with the fourth pick of the 2024 AFL Mid-Season Rookie Draft and on Sunday
"We dropped him for our preliminary final to play Gold Coast in 2023
and I thought maybe that might be the last we see of him," Box Hill head coach Zane Littlejohn said on the State of Play podcast
"But the character of the man to come back fitter
and then get picked up mid-year was great reward and speaks volumes of his character and the person he is
Despite a tough day for the Saints as a whole
Hall was undoubtedly a bright spot with his two majors from 16 disposals
I reckon he's more than a 50-50 chance to be out there in round one'," Littlejohn said
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I sort of had my hopes that he might get the opportunity
and then when I saw the (extended) squad named
I just sent him a message with the thumbs up
And he gave me a thumbs up and I just kept it between us
"I was super rapt that he got the opportunity and look
he held himself really well and hopefully it's the start of a long career."
It is these kinds of wins that keep Littlejohn in the coach's seat
not only heading up Box Hill's VFL program
but also taking the reins for the Big V game for a second straight year
whereby the best of the VFL will take on South Australia during the AFL's Gather Round
and that's part of the reason I do the job I do
I want to win football games and do all that
but to see the young men reach their dreams… as a coach it makes you really proud," Littlejohn said
"That's what I love and that's why being part of the Big V again is something that really excites me
because there's some young men and even staff who have the ambition to go even further with their coaching or their careers
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Read complete reviews of Callaway's Rogue ST Max driver line below
This year’s ClubTest is bigger and better than ever
To help you make sense of the mountain of high-tech new clubs on the market
we put all of the latest offerings from the top golf club manufacturers to the ultimate test
making use of a state-of-the-art swing robot to put each club through its paces
Below you will find our deep-dive into Callaway’s new Rogue ST Max driver line
including full reviews and test results toward the bottom of the page
You can find the full list of ClubTest driver reviews here
With its new line of Rogue ST drivers, Callaway has once again pushed the limits of speed and forgiveness by using a design process that combines Artificial Intelligence (A.I.), real player data, Tour feedback and human brainpower.
While A.I. sounds new age, the Rogue ST isn’t Callaway’s first foray into its usefulness. The company has been using a system of computer development for years — its previous Mavrik and Epic Speed families, for example, were created with A.I. assistance.
The new 2022 Rogue ST drivers, however, are even smarter and more advanced. The company is now using A.I. in different ways to improve parameters such as speed, forgiveness, launch and spin, and optimizing them for different players.
The goal for Callaway was to develop a line of drivers that produced more distance and stability for a variety of golfers, which meant developing each head and face individually.
“It’s like what we’ve seen with Formula 1,” says Dave Neville, Callaway’s senior director of product and brand management. “We’re looking at every aspect of the whole family to make new innovations. A lot of it is industry-first tech that’s proprietary to Callaway, and that’s what makes Rogue ST so good.”
Before we dive a bit deeper into the differences between the four Rogue ST heads, let’s dive into the commonalities.
First off, the “ST” stands for Speed Tuned. This shows Callaway was focused on cranking up your mph. So, yes, the faces are made faster. (The back-weighted tungsten Speed Cartridge is arguably the most innovative and influential technology used in the driver clubheads.)
Here’s how the structure works: A dense tungsten weight, which clocks in at around 20 to 26 grams per head, sits in a urethane structure to help drive the center of gravity (CG) rearward.
The weights are slightly different depending on the individual head models, helping to put weight where it’s most optimal in each head. Overall, the heavy tungsten weight and complicated structure work to move weight away from the face and reduce twisting at impact. For golfers, that means you won’t lose as much speed on off-center shots.
For additional speed and stability, Callaway has also updated its popular Jailbreak technology — a structure that sits behind the face and connects the sole to the crown. The vertical bars on the Jailbreak Speed frame in the Rogue ST are more slender, but the horizontal portions are stiffer, especially lower on the face. This helped Callaway reduce overall weight from the frame but still retain the benefits of Jailbreak at impact.
The smart A.I. faces, matte carbon composite crowns and carbon sole plates are bonded to what Callaway calls a Unibody Construction, which is made of titanium. The Unibody doesn’t have uniform stiffness throughout, though. Certain sections of the body structure have been made stiffer to maximize stability at impact.
Overall, each head has been designed to drive weight lower and more rearward. That’s why the back portion of the sole sits lower to the ground than in previous Epic Speed drivers, which used Callaway’s higher-sitting “Cyclone” shape and had a more forward CG. The reason for the new Rogue ST shape, according to Callaway, is to create more forgiveness and “speed robustness” for the player.
The four Rogue STs differentiate as follows:
Rogue ST Max: the most forgiving head in the lineup, with a slight draw bias.
Rogue ST Max LS: Compared to the Max driver, the Max LS will have lower spin, more workability and a more neutral trajectory.
Rogue ST Max D: a forgiving slice killer that has a built-in draw bias and upright lie angle.
Rogue ST Max Triple Diamond LS: a Tour-only head shape now available to the masses — perfect for high-speed players.
To find out which driver is truly right for you, we recommend going through a full fitting and trying out each of the heads with different shaft combinations. Professional fitters such as True Spec Golf can help get you dialed into the correct Rogue ST driver for your game. — Andrew Tursky
We tested: Rogue ST Max: 8-11°, 9.5-12.5°, 11-14°; Rogue ST Max LS: 8-11°, 9.5-12.5°; Rogue ST Max D: 8-11°, 9.5-12.5°, 11-14°, Rogue ST Max Triple Diamond: 8-11°, 9.5-12.5°
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Mizuno ST-Max 230 Fairway Wood has a gloss carbon crown
Sam De'Ath testing the Mizuno ST-Max 230 Fairway Wood
Sam De’Ath analyses the experience on offer from the Mizuno ST-Max 230 fairway wood after testing it on the course
The Mizuno ST-Max 230 fairway wood is like the annoying kid back in school that was kind of just good at everything
a high launching ball flight and was particularly good from the fairway and first cut of rough down to a new design feature
A really solid fairway wood option comparable with the leading brands at a slightly lower price point
The larger footprint may not appeal to all
It’s interesting to see how there has been a shift in attention from distance and speed to forgiveness this year across all brand’s driver and fairway wood designs
Last year we saw Mizuno release the ST-G - a low launching and spinning fairway wood that looked great and went straight into a lot of Mizuno Staff players' bags at The Open Championship
but the ST-Max 230 is all about stability with speed
although the deep face would suggest it is better suited to golfers hitting it from the tee rather than a tight lie on the turf
I took it out on the course and wanted to see how it performed in real time
but also alongside last year's low spinning ST-G model
After just a couple of swipes I could see the difference in flight and performance
As a faster swinger of the golf club and someone who naturally creates a lot of spin
the ST-G did perform better for me when struck off a tee
that’s not to say there was anything wrong with the ST-Max 230
It felt as good as I would expect a Mizuno fairway wood to feel through impact and produced a solid 'thud' as the face collided with the ball
It did produce a fairly high ball flight that did become a little difficult to control as the wind picked up
but there is the option of an adjustable hosel to lower the loft on the clubhead for those that want to see a lower trajectory
It was from the fairway and even the first cut of rough where the ST-Max 230 fairway wood excelled
That high ball flight I saw from the tee was also evident when struck from the fairway which actually surprised me given my concerns on the depth of the face
Mizuno has also incorporated what they are calling ‘Speed Bevel’ to the ST-Max 230 - a modification to the leading edge to improve turf interaction and maintain speed from shots struck from the fairway.
While there was nothing that blew me away about this fairway wood
the Mizuno ST-Max 230 is a really solid option that will work for golfers of all abilities
particularly those who play on longer golf courses and hit their fairway woods regularly from the deck or those who have slightly slower swing speeds and seek additional height from their fairway woods
The Mizuno ST-Max 230 fairway wood is available in 15°,18° and 21° loft options and comes to retail with a price tag of $300 or £269
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A Journal of the McGrath Institute for Church Life
More than one concentration camp survivor has remarked that one would need the pen of Dante to describe the horrors that afflicted the “great army of unknown and unrecorded victims.”[1] Hell is that abyss that skews vision and slurs speech
It shreds human community by erasing all marks of personal identity by eviscerating of all bonds of human communion—trust
to empty them of what makes us most human – the free will to love
Auschwitz-Birkenau would certainly top the list
The Nazi camp stands as an icon of the ruthlessness of indifference
mimicking human community as it sought to strip its inhabitants of humanity
Camp prisoners were divested of everything
the Nazis confiscated all their clothing and possessions
even amid one of darkest periods of history
ordinary and extraordinary men and women endured the daily indignity of camp life with hope and love
Men and women who had been stripped of everything
swampy town in the southwest Polish town of Oswiecim
and it lay at the heart of Nazi-occupied Europe
A barbed wire fence containing 220-volts of electricity was flung around the camp’s perimeter when the first prisoners arrived on June 14
These men were put to work digging ditches
and laying railway track and water pipes under the watchful eye of their captors
Into “this Golgotha of the modern world" came St
His enormous heart had been trained for mercy through a life of sacrifice
and in the midst of an evil so dark it was nearly all-consuming
which he frequently reminded others has little to do with sentimentality
as it “has nothing to do with sweet tears and sentiments
but is a matter of a free will which holds fast to love even despite our aversion and hesitancy,” as John Paul II said during his papal visit to Auschwitz in 1979
he was a sign of mercy in a place where mercilessness hung as thick as fog
Maximilian’s life was plunged into the mystery of Christ through Mary
Kolbe’s soul never ceased to proclaim the greatness of the Lord even amidst great suffering
his conformity to the Sacred Heart of her Son through her
means that we can apply Pope Benedict XVI’s affirmation of Mary on the Feast of the Assumption in 2005 to St
Mary was . . . ‘at home’ with God’s word, she was penetrated by God’s word. To the extent that she spoke with God’s words, she thought with God’s words, her thoughts were God’s thoughts, her words, God’s words. . . She lived on the Word of God, she was imbued with the Word of God.[8]
All of these things can be said of him, too. Nurtured in the School of Mary, Fr. Kolbe lived the mysteries of Christ’s death with such intensity that we can really say with John Paul II that in “this Golgotha of the modern world,” Fr. Maximilian “won a spiritual victory like that of Christ himself.”[9]
of his childhood was confirmed over a life of practice
He made himself ready for the gift of martyrdom through the daily practice of attuning his heart to Christ through the Immaculata until the day came when he could freely offer himself as a sacrifice of love for another
exposing the lie of the concentration camp
So efficiently cruel and so systematically dehumanizing was Nazi exercise of power
that it even involved its victims in the machinations of destruction
Nazis enlisted concentration camp inmates as spies
effectively isolating people from one another in fear
Maximilian disrupted evil’s insidious logic
For the saint exposes the lie of evil by breaking the chain of its transmission
The saint insists on the logic of creation
which makes space within itself for another
Accepting the crowns offered to him as a child
Kolbe entrusted his love for Christ and His Sacred Heart to Mary and declared his desire to live and die for the Immaculata
The sacrifice of his whole life and the manner of his death affirmed the words of the Apostle John: “By this we know love
And we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren” (1 Jn 3:16)
Born a subject of Czar Nicholas II in the town of Zdunska Wola on January 8
The second of five sons born to the poor Polish weavers
only three of whom would survive to adulthood
in his sketches we find designs for etherplanes and compound telegraphs
Education under the czar was expensive and much of the population remained illiterate
A family that was able to educate one child was considered fortunate
unable to send all of their sons to school
Raymond remained at home to help his parents run their modest shop and to care for his younger siblings
and after attending a mission given by the Franciscans
Raymond and his older brother Francis disguised themselves as farmers and crossed into Austria in order to study at the Franciscan minor seminary in Lwow
The country had not existed political or geographical reality since it was partitioned between 1772-1795
Brother Maximilian was sent to Rome to study at the Order’s seminary
and at the Pontifical Gregorian University
he would receive two doctorates – one in philosophy
his classmates and professors recalled his sensitivity
and his devotion to Mary and the Eucharist
he had often drawn up military plans and at one point planned to leave the Franciscans to join the fight for Polish independence
take a leave of absence from the order to enlist in the military
In a letter written to his mother during his studies in Rome dated April 20
he remembers the unexpected visit from his mother that had prevented him from leaving the order nearly a decade before:
as you can imagine with great consolation as well as sadness
He was the first to ask to be received into the Order
Together we approached for the fist time for Holy Communion
St. Maximilian’s life, his suffering, and his death is, so to speak, a meditation on the mystery of faith hidden within the title Immaculate Conception.[13] Promulgated under Pius IX in 1854
the dogma of Immaculate Conception was defined a mere forty years prior to Raymond’s birth
dates back to antiquity and was strenuously defended by the famed Franciscan theologian Duns Scotus
a series of Marian apparitions occurred at Lourdes
culminating in our Lady’s answer given to St
Bernadette’s repeated plea to the Lady to reveal her name to her: “I am the Immaculate Conception.”
marrying his devotion to the Immaculata with his tactical gifts
Maximilian set about waging war on indifference
The strategy: to set the entire world ablaze with love of Christ through the universal mediation of Mary Immaculate
he joyfully mediated upon the Immaculata even as he awaited his final arrest on February 17
because He is always and eternally begotten of the Father
He is the fruit of the love of the Father and of the Son
The fruit of created love is a created conception
He is the prototype of any conception in the live of the universe
woven into the love of the Most Blessed Trinity
becomes from the first moment of her existence
eternally forever the ‘complement to the Most Holy Trinity.’
but the first one of them is all the love of the Most Holy Trinity
while the second is all the love of creation
all Uncreated Love with all created love; it is the highest expression of love
At Lourdes, the Immaculata did not say of herself that she had been conceived immaculately, but, as Bernadette repeated it, “I am the Immaculate Conception.” . . . The Holy Spirit dwells in her, lives in her.[15]
comes from the Father through the Holy Spirit
and becomes incarnate in the hallowed space under Mary’s heart
the Sacred Heart of the child dwells and she carries within her the fullness of God
Jesus Christ is flesh of her flesh and bone of her bones
the Word of God descends into the womb of Immaculata
Maximilian’s heart burned with the desire to become a Son of Mary
to become alter Christus – another Christ and to bring a world ravaged by war to the tender
Sacred Heart of Jesus through the Immaculata
Brother Maximilian and six other Conventual Franciscans
which Pope Benedict XV blessed a year and a half later on March 28
was and is to “extend as much as possible the very gentle Kingdom of the Sacred Heart of Jesus through Mary Immaculate”—to spread the civilization of love
Maximilian did not hesitate to use any means at his disposal to fulfill this mission
Kolbe set about forming groups of Militia Immaculata and establishing a printing press
Despite the massive post-war devastation that afflicted the fledgling country
he was successful not only in founding the Marian newspaper
but grew the publication at a time when others were folding
With the help of a small contingent of fellow Franciscans
Maximilian published the first issue of the Knight in 1922
Kolbe founded Niepokalanow (City of Mary) near Warsaw
The original community included two priests and eighteen friars
but by 1938 had become the largest friary in the world with nearly 800 members operating the largest printing press in Central Europe
Meanwhile the Militia of the Immaculata had close to 700,000 members in Poland alone and several hundred thousand additional members abroad
Maximilian had traveled to India and China and established a mission in Japan
His goal: to establish a ring of Marian centers around the globe
Maximilian did was animated by his desire to be reborn in the form of Christ in the heart of Mary
His contemplation of Mary was remembering in the deepest
biblical sense; for to remember (zakar) is to make present the events of salvation—to live the mysteries of faith—to live the mysteries of Love
he expresses his desire to love without limits
the Gestapo arrived at the City of Mary to arrest Fr
Rufin Majdan later recalled that Maximilian
dressed in his good habit that was normally reserved for holy days
“Praised be Jesus Christ.” He calmly set about giving the Third Reich officers a tour
He was transported to Pawiak Prison until his transfer to Auschwitz at the end of May 1941 along with 320 other prisoners
Like millions of others herded under the cynical sign: “Work Leads to Freedom,” Fr
and he was stripped of his name and given the number #16670
Indifference begins with the erasure of all signs of humanity
the Third Reich was efficient at eroding all humanizing features of the men
and children brought there to work and to die
Into a place where ruthless indifference stifled communion, Fr. Maximilian made his body a space for mercy. He heard confessions made in whispers at night. He held secret conferences throughout June and July of 1941, instructing others in the lives of the saints and martyrs. Though sick himself, he often gave his rations away. He reminded fellow inmate Joseph Stemler “Hate is not creative; only love is creative.”[23] Where evil had eroded human dignity
Where evil declared that there is no mercy
Maximilian’s ascent to Golgotha made room for a burning expansiveness of love
whose pierced side makes a space in his body for us to enter his Sacred Heart
Maximilian’s body became a space of quiet joy in the dense fog of evil
but did not pass on the hatred and indifference that spread and circulated like cancer
God transplanted a rose—in a man who lived in the palm of the Blessed Mother
Because he was formed in the memory of Love
to fulfill his commandment: “Love the Lord your God and love your neighbor as yourself” (Mt 22:37–8)
In dying he affirmed the value of every human life because
sum up the logic of indifference as the refusal of another’s gaze
Like Dante’s depiction of the lowest circles of hell
where even light becomes an offensive intrusion into one’s space
In Cell 18 of Block 11—the hunger block—Fr
until after about two weeks the Nazis decided they were taking too long to die
Animated by the desire to sow the fruit of hate
Valuing the space of Cell 18 more than the bodies within it
the SS ordered that Maximilian be killed by a lethal injection of carbolic acid
was incinerated in the crematorium the following day
In a letter to his younger brother and fellow Franciscan dated April 28, 1919, Kolbe writes that there is “a very serious epidemic of indifference.”[28] It remains so in our own age
Indifference breaks the bonds of communion
Indifference hardens our hearts; it makes us less merciful
Euphemism upon euphemism programmatically obscures both human dignity and the brutality that erodes it
all the while collapsing the possibility of love
the Strong Man is exposed as the idiot whose tale
Maximilian the words of the Psalmist became a reality:
you knit me in my mother’s womb (Ps 139: 8; 12–13)
In the face of the poison of indifference we are called to love without limit
Maximilian Kolbe’s childhood fiat was confirmed through a life of joyful sacrifice that was sealed in his death
because the good God is in every place and with great love He thinks about everyone and everything
It would be best not to write to me before I send you another letter
because I do not know how long I will remain here
With warm greetings and kisses, Raymond Kolbe[30]
[1] Viktor Frankl
[2] Pope Saint John Paul II, Apostolic Pilgrimage to Poland: Homily at Auschwitz-Bierkenau (June 7
[3] Ibid.
Press Conference of Cardinal Karol Wojtyla
1971 in Immaculate Conception and the Holy Spirit: The Marian Teaching of St
[4] Ibid
[5] Paul VI
Beatification of Father Maximilian Mary Kolbe
[6] Ibid
[7] Pope Saint John Paul II
Canonization of Blessed Maximilian Mary Kolbe
1982 in Immaculate Conception and the Holy Spirit: The Marian Teaching of St
[8] Benedict XVI, Homily for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
[9] Pope Saint John Paul II, Apostolic Pilgrimage to Poland: Homily at Auschwitz-Bierkenau (June 7
[10] Patricia Treece
A Man for Others: Maximilian Kolbe the “Saint of Auschwitz in the Words of Those Who Knew Him,” (Libertyville: Marytown
[11] Treece
[12] Maximilian Kolbe
[13] Manteau-Bonamy
[14] Maximilian Kolbe
[15] Ibid.
[16] Kolbe
[17] Ibid.
[18] Pope Saint John Paul II
[19] Ibid
[20] Kolbe
[21] Ibid.
[22] Ibid.
[23] Treece
[24] Ibid.
[25] Jean Luc Marion
[26] Ibid.
[27] Treece
[28] Kolbe
[29] Pope Francis
[30] Kolbe
Maximilian Kolbe at the Jasna Góra Monastery in Częstochowa
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Essendon’s forgotten midfielder Dylan Shiel is a strong chance to be recalled on Friday night for what would be just his second game of the year
Shiel was close to the best afield in the VFL on the weekend and is in line for promotion against Collingwood
who have been hit by injuries and may look at three forced changes
has played only once at senior level this year – in round 10 against North Melbourne
Essendon midfielder Dylan Shiel.Credit: AFL Photos
He was sidelined over summer after foot surgery
Shiel is an excellent chance to be promoted into the senior side this week against Collingwood
according to a club source speaking on the condition of anonymity ahead of the team being selected
who showed precocious talent against the Eagles in round 15
is also a chance for promotion by the Dons
depending on the mix of talls in attack and the ruckman that Brad Scott settles on
having used Sam Draper in attack occasionally and in a ruck tandem with veteran Todd Goldstein
Collingwood coach Craig McRae said Brayden Maynard (corked thigh) had done enough at training to take his place in the side on Friday night
but Josh Daicos (calf) is highly doubtful for Friday night
having been restricted and running with a limp at training
But McRae said defender Maynard had done “more than enough” and would play
mid-season draft selection Ned Long will make his debut for the side
The 194-centimetre inside midfielder played five games in the brown and gold after being initially drafted by Hawthorn with pick five in the 2022 rookie draft
He now gets his chance on the big stage for Collingwood after playing six games at VFL level since being chosen in the mid-season draft with pick 19
McRae said the elder Daicos brother looked “proppy” but had not been ruled out yet
he still looks a little proppy for my eyes but I’m getting told that we’ll give him every opportunity,” McRae said
“So we’ll give him every chance to get to the line.”
The obvious move for the Magpies would be to promote small forward/wingman Joe Richards from the sub into the 22
and they will regain small forward Lachie Schultz as a replacement for the injured Beau McCreery (calf strain)
They also have to find a replacement for small defender John Noble
who suffered a concussion in the final quarter against Gold Coast
St Kilda will need to rejig their forward line with Max King to miss the rest of the season after scans showed he suffered a tear to the posterior cruciate ligament in his left knee just after half-time of Sunday’s match against Port Adelaide
Forward ruck Rowan Marshall kicked three goals against Port Adelaide sharing ruck duties with Tom Campbell while Tim Membrey could be elevated from the VFL
Zaine Cordy could also create a contest up forward while Mattaes Phillipou could slot into a smaller forwardline after kicking two goals and gathering 31 touches for the Zebras with Anthony Caminiti - who has been playing in defence - in doubt with an ankle injury
The Saints praised King for his effort to play out the second half with the injury to his left knee as the Saints went down in a nail-biter by two points and said they were confident he would bounce back as a long-term player for St Kilda
Max King received heavy criticism for his performance on SundayCredit: AFL Photos via Getty Images
He will be in a brace for three weeks before starting his rehabilitation process but he has avoided surgery
The star forward had received heavy external criticism for his performance against the Power after he went goalless
was outmarked and was unable to get to contests late in the game however internally the Saints praised his effort to stay on the field while injured
St Kilda football manager David Misson said the injury was to the same knee that forced King out of two matches earlier in the season
but they believed the injuries were unrelated
“It’s a credit to Max’s commitment to his teammates that he played out the game on Sunday
it’s important we now give his knee some time to rest and recover,” Misson said
“While this will see Max miss the rest of the season
and this course of action will place him in the best possible position to attack pre-season.”
Misson said he reminded King that Carlton star Charlie Curnow missed nearly two years of football with a knee injury before returning to win back to back Coleman Medals and the club was rapt to have him
“We feel that Max is a long-term player at St Kilda,” he said
“I spoke to him on the phone earlier and cited Charlie Curnow’s history
who played 15 games in three years and virtually missed two seasons with knee injuries
“But we’re really confident that he’s going to overcome those and he’s going to be a long-term established player for this football club
“They (contract talks) have started and we are in talks and we’re really pleased with the way they’re going but we’re not at a stage yet to announce anything.”
King has endured shoulder injuries in the past two seasons as he attempts to realise his talent after suffering an ACL injury to his right knee in the year he was drafted to St Kilda with pick four in the 2018 national draft
King has kicked 159 goals in 83 matches but has only played 23 matches in the past two seasons after kicking 52 goals in 2022
but they are battling to score from or defend stoppages
with Port Adelaide dominating centre bounces in the first half on Sunday
King kicked the matchwinner against the Gold Coast
with most of his goals coming from set shots
but he has struggled to become a leading target inside 50
The prospect of Tigers star Dustin Martin ending his career at the Gold Coast under premiership coach Damien Hardwick remains alive after the former Richmond coach said his club would be mad not to consider whether a Brownlow medallist could add to their team
who attracted 90,000 fans to the MCG for his 300th game in round 14
is an unrestricted free agent who remains unsigned beyond 2024
Dustin Martin was subbed off in the Tigers’ clash with the Blues.Credit: Getty Images
He has given no indication as to what he plans to do in 2025 with retirement
or exploring his options at other clubs all possible avenues
Hardwick said the recently turned 33-year-old’s decision on his future would determine what happened next
“Dustin’s a contracted player at Richmond [until the end of 2024]
That’s obviously for Dustin to decide and Richmond to work their way through,” he said
and every single club would be crazy if they didn’t sit there and at some stage make an assessment.”
Those list management calls will get made at the back-end of the year.”
Martin is a mega-celebrity in football obsessed Melbourne and could be interested in continuing his career up north having won three flags and three Norm Smith medals at Richmond
who are improving rapidly under Hardwick as their list matures
would need to determine how much good football Martin has in him if he made the move given he has been a long way off his stunning best in 2024
Neither party would be in a position to make such a decision until after the season
Gary Ablett junior was only a month younger than Martin is now when he returned from the Suns to play with Geelong in 2018
although he was returning to his former club
Ablett was not at his best in his final three seasons at the Suns but played a significant role at Geelong when he returned with 55 games in three years
Martin is in doubt to play against Fremantle in Perth this Saturday after suffering a back spasm against Carlton on Sunday
Essendon\\u2019s forgotten midfielder Dylan Shiel is a strong chance to be recalled on Friday night for what would be just his second game of the year
has played only once at senior level this year \\u2013 in round 10 against North Melbourne
But McRae said defender Maynard had done \\u201Cmore than enough\\u201D and would play
McRae said the elder Daicos brother looked \\u201Cproppy\\u201D but had not been ruled out yet
he still looks a little proppy for my eyes but I\\u2019m getting told that we\\u2019ll give him every opportunity,\\u201D McRae said
\\u201CSo we\\u2019ll give him every chance to get to the line.\\u201D
St Kilda will need to rejig their forward line with Max King to miss the rest of the season after scans showed he suffered a tear to the posterior cruciate ligament in his left knee just after half-time of Sunday\\u2019s match against Port Adelaide
\\u201CIt\\u2019s a credit to Max\\u2019s commitment to his teammates that he played out the game on Sunday
it\\u2019s important we now give his knee some time to rest and recover,\\u201D Misson said
\\u201CWhile this will see Max miss the rest of the season
pleasingly he doesn\\u2019t require surgery
and this course of action will place him in the best possible position to attack pre-season.\\u201D
\\u201CWe feel that Max is a long-term player at St Kilda,\\u201D he said
\\u201CI spoke to him on the phone earlier and cited Charlie Curnow\\u2019s history
he\\u2019s had some problems with his body
\\u201CBut we\\u2019re really confident that he\\u2019s going to overcome those and he\\u2019s going to be a long-term established player for this football club
\\u201CThey (contract talks) have started and we are in talks and we\\u2019re really pleased with the way they\\u2019re going but we\\u2019re not at a stage yet to announce anything.\\u201D
Hardwick said the recently turned 33-year-old\\u2019s decision on his future would determine what happened next
\\u201CDustin\\u2019s a contracted player at Richmond [until the end of 2024]
That\\u2019s obviously for Dustin to decide and Richmond to work their way through,\\u201D he said
and every single club would be crazy if they didn\\u2019t sit there and at some stage make an assessment.\\u201D
we\\u2019re always looking for good players
Those list management calls will get made at the back-end of the year.\\u201D
Driver expert Joe Ferguson takes a look at Mizuno's entry into the super stable
Directly competing with the TaylorMade Qi10 Max and the Ping G430 Max 10K drivers is a brave play
but Mizuno have produced a very competitive product
The classy looks will appeal to many and the sophisticated impact feel will please the purists
but that will be music to many players' ears
Entering that market is the Mizuno ST-MAX 230 driver
promising to be Mizuno’s most stable driver ever
I would be wondering whether I had a spy in my R&D department if I were running TaylorMade
as it seems that all three have essentially achieved the same thing in the same way
Mizuno has lowered the profile of the ST-Max head to accommodate spreading and increasing the overall footprint of the driver head whilst staying within the maximum permitted 460cc head size
this has allowed Mizuno to add weight in more extreme locations to increase that all important MOI number
which is essentially a measure of a clubhead's resistance to twisting
this takes the form of a very hefty 54 grams of internal back weighting.
Mizuno has chosen not to put a number on this MOI measurement whereas Ping and TaylorMade have gone as far as naming their drivers after it
Other technology Mizuno have added in the ST-Max 230 includes a new face that it is referring to as Beta Rich Ti LFS
Mizuno say that it is lighter and faster than previous iterations
Mizuno has increased the standard playing length of the ST-Max 230 driver to 45.75 inches to help with the production of clubhead speed
It feels comfortable that the forgiving design of the head allows this as off center strikes should not suffer as severe punishment
In terms of the looks, much like other drivers in the Mizuno range such as the ST-G
I don’t know whether it is down to the sophisticated color scheme or the materials used
but Mizuno does seem to have the knack when it comes to creating great looking driver heads.
looking much bigger than its 460cc dimensions
although not as extreme as the Ping G430 Max 10K for example
The face sits very square and the additional footprint really does inspire confidence at address
From a feel and sound standpoint, I really like this driver. The impact feel is more subtle than some of the other most forgiving drivers on the market and the audio follows suit
Loud enough to let you know you have struck something very powerful but not so loud as to offend other range users
impact seems to last a fraction of a second longer which is a really nice sensation
with ball speed sitting almost directly between its two aforementioned main rivals
it must be said that the TaylorMade Qi10 Max has been built as standard at 45.5 inches
which is quarter of an inch shorter than both the Mizuno and Ping equivalents which will affect clubhead speed and subsequently ball speed
Spin rates were a little higher in the ST-Max
and this is very player dependent as to whether this is good or bad news
but it certainly added to the overall dispersion story
I set myself an imaginary fairway using flags on the outfield of the practice ground that to my eye looked around 25 yards wide
I only clearly missed this fairway with 11 balls
There were another 3 that were probably borderline but I gave myself the benefit of the doubt on those
An 89% fairway statistic is one I would be very happy with
this isn’t entirely reflective of course play as you get in a rhythm hitting the same shot over and over again
The higher spin rate did take its toll on my overall distance output which was a little way behind the Ping driver
but it could certainly still be described as competitive in the category and for someone with different speed and launch conditions to me
this added spin might actually increase distance
high MOI drivers is a very interesting one this year and the Mizuno ST-Max 230 driver should certainly be in the conversation for those shopping in this market
The Mizuno ST-Max 230 driver retails at $500/£499
and I think this represents decent value for a very solid and great looking driver
After a successful amateur career being involved in England squads at every age group
Joe completed his PGA degree qualification in 2014 as one of the top ten graduates in his training year and subsequently went on to become Head PGA Professional at Ryder Cup venue The Celtic Manor Resort
Equipment has always been a huge passion of Joe’s
he headed up the National Fitting Centres for both Titleist and Taylormade
He’s excited to bring his knowledge of hardware to Golf Monthly in the form of equipment reviews and buying advice
Joe lives in North Devon and still plays sporadically on the PGA West region circuit
His best round in recent years came earlier in 2023 where he managed a 9 under par 63 at Trevose GC in a Devon & Cornwall PGA Tournament
Driver: Switch between TaylorMade Qi35 and Callaway Elyte TD - both with Fujikura Ventus Black 6-X
Fairway wood 1: TaylorMade BRNR Copper Mini Driver - Fujikura Ventus Black 7-X
Fairway wood 2: Callaway Apex UW 17˚- Fujikura Ventus Black 9-X
Irons: TaylorMade P7CB 3-PW with Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 shafts
Former Saint's Pro-Bowl offensive lineman
has been making the most of his time in retirement by shedding the extra weight needed to be a dominant center in the NFL
The Saints put out the information from their Twitter account today @Saints
He is probably walking around right now feeling incredible after succesful years of keeping his weight up to go against NFL defenses
centers are often times not only the smartest guy on the offensive line
but sometimes the smartest guy on the team too
The center for my high school football team was also the valedictorian of his class
The Center on an offensive line is integral to the success of an offense
which is why often times they can be smaller guys who need to bulk up for the role
The case of Unger's 60 pound weight loss in just over a year leads me to believe he was one of those smaller guys who needed to add on extra weight in order to be able to succeed against the monsters that make up NFL defenses
Unger has spent his retirement so far slimming down as he no longer needs to be able to move massive of men around the Superdome while protecting Drew Brees and co
Congratulations to Unger on his weight loss and also on his fantastic professional football career
Former Saint's Pro-Bowl offensive lineman, Max Unger, has been making the most of his time in retirement by shedding the extra weight needed to be a dominant center in the NFL.\nRead More
In an interview with local reporters today, former Saint Max Unger said he has lost 60 pounds since he retired in March of 2019 #Saints pic.twitter.com/HyGVKxka3M
The Mizuno ST-Max 230 Hybrid has a speed bevel on the leading edge to help with turf interaction
Sam De'Ath on the course with the Mizuno ST-Max 230 Hybrid
Should you consider adding the Mizuno ST-Max 230 hybrid to your bag
Sam De’Ath puts it to the test to find out
The Mizuno ST-Maz 230 is a hybrid option worth considering for any golfer looking to upgrade
The classic Mizuno look remains while small refinements have improved the forgiveness compared to its predecessor
Ball speed is marginally down compared to some competitors
Still compact and with a classic shape at address
Mizuno has set about to produce a hybrid that offers the best performance in a number of key areas
It is a larger head than the previous model
but is certainly not one of the largest on the market and will maintain its appeal to the more confident ball striker
The MAS1C steel face has been expanded by a larger Cortech Chamber on the sole than previous models to improve ball speed consistency
But it is the change to the leading edge that I felt really enhanced my enjoyment and performance with the ST-Max 230 hybrid
While I can’t categorically say this technology helped me from the first cut of rough
I did hit one of the cleanest fairway bunker shots I have ever hit with the ST-Max 230 thanks to that leading edge not digging into the sand
The deeply positioned CG (Center of Gravity)
made possible from the weight saving on the carbon crown
meant the ST-Max 230 hybrid produced an extremely high ball flight
perfect for hitting into long par fours or having a crack at a par-five green in two
This high spinning ball flight did see me lose a little yardage compared to some the market leaders in this category especially into the wind
but only by three to four yards on average
The 19° model I tested still saw carry distances reach 236 yards
It should be said that the stock UST Mamiya Linq shaft was probably a little soft for my particular swing speed
which would have exaggerated the height of the trajectory
All in all the Mizuno ST-Max 230 is certainly a hybrid golfers looking to upgrade the top end of their bag should check out and consider
there weren't many better models I tested this year that will help you than the ST-Max 230
The adjustable hosel did mean you could knock some loft and spin off
so for those golfers who swing it slightly faster or want a touch more distance
this option undoubtedly enhances the overall versatility on offer from this club
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