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Tempe is gearing up for a significant golf event as the ‘Summer Grind’ episode will premiere on the Golf Channel YouTube. To celebrate, Grass Clippings Rolling Hills will host a Watch Party, welcoming fans for a communal viewing experience. This episode highlights the 2025 Summer Grind tournament, featuring innovative elements like mic’d players to enhance viewer engagement. Following this, the Grass League championship is scheduled, promising an exciting conclusion to the season as the league continues to grow.
Tempe is set to host an exciting event in the world of golf as the premiere of the much-anticipated episode ‘Summer Grind’ will air on the Golf Channel YouTube on September 18, 2025, at 8 p.m. EST. To celebrate this occasion, Grass Clippings Rolling Hills in Tempe will hold a Watch Party beginning at 6:30 p.m. PST, welcoming fans, teams, and managers for a communal viewing experience.
‘Summer Grind’ showcases the highlights of the 2025 Summer Grind tournament, which took place on August 30 and 31 at Goat Hill Park in Oceanside, California. This two-day, 36-hole tournament featured a competitive lineup of 11 Grass League franchises, each fielding four two-person teams. Utilizing an aggregate scoring format, players competed in a thrilling contest that made them uniquely accessible to fans. In a groundbreaking move, golfers were mic’d up during the event to capture their emotions and reactions live.
This episode marks a notable achievement, as it is the first time the Golf Channel has cross-promoted a YouTube feature on their traditional linear channel. The initiative aims to merge the accessibility of YouTube with high-quality storytelling and production that viewers expect from traditional broadcasts. Co-Founder Jimmy Hoselton emphasizes this blend as a way to enhance viewer engagement and interest in the sport.
Following ‘Summer Grind,’ the Grass League championship, which is the final event of the year, is scheduled for December 5 and 6, 2025. This championship event will also be broadcast live on the Golf Channel, promising to deliver more exhilarating golf action for fans eagerly awaiting the conclusion of the season.
The Summer Grind served as the second event of the 2025 Grass League season, following the inaugural Grass Clippings Open held from April 30 to May 3, 2025. Each franchise is supported by local investors, including prominent figures like Good Good Golf, Wyndham Clark, and Los Angeles Dodgers’ Manager Dave Roberts. This blend of professional and amateur competition showcases the growing popularity of team formats on lighted par-3 courses.
Grass Clippings Rolling Hills recently underwent significant renovations, reopening on November 3, 2023, with enhanced lighting and other improvements for night golf. The course now operates as a par 54, par-3 course during evening hours and transforms into an executive-length course throughout the day. Over 78 LED lights illuminate the course, creating an exceptional atmosphere that offers stunning views of downtown Tempe and surrounding landmarks.
The revamped venue includes a new clubhouse, a golf shop, the Glenrosa Restaurant, a patio bar, and an activity lawn for various events. With its recent investments and enhancements, the Grass League has ambitious plans to expand franchise opportunities further and reach a wider audience.
In a notable recruitment for the Grass League, Paige Spiranac joined the organization in July 2025 in a front-office role. She is expected to lead the digital content strategy and serve as an on-course reporter, adding a new dimension to the league’s presentation and outreach capabilities.
In recent developments, the Grass League has successfully secured an additional $2.75 million in funding, which is earmarked for event production improvements and the hiring of a commissioner. With franchises spanning several major regions, including Los Angeles, Phoenix, and New York, the Grass League continues to make strides in establishing itself as a key player in the golf industry.
As anticipation builds for the ‘Summer Grind’ premiere, both the Watch Party in Tempe and the subsequent championship promise to engage golf fans and continue the momentum for the Grass League’s innovative approach to tournament golf.
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