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Meet the PGA TOUR’s Custom Ball Marker Maestro
PGATour.com goes inside the story of how a Long Island golf fanatic became the go-to marker maker for…
These Homemade Ball Markers Are Taking Over Golf
MyGolfSpy investigates how GLM's handcrafted markers quietly became a staple on professional greens worldwide.
Rory McIlroy’s Classy Gesture to the Man Behind The Marker That Won The Masters
Golf Monthly covers Rory McIlroy's remarkable personal gesture to GLM founder Jon Millman following the 2025 Masters victory.
Making His Mark — The Met Golfer Profile
The MGA's exclusive profile of Jon Millman — from pandemic hobby at Bethpage to the pockets of PGA…
How This Long Island Dad Crashed Pro Golf’s Biggest Stages
The local story behind GLM — how a Plainview dad went from Etsy to the Ryder Cup in…
From Kiawah to East Lake: Tommy Fleetwood’s Long Road to Glory — With a GLM Marker Every Step of the Way
Tommy Fleetwood has carried a GLM marker through some of the biggest moments of his career. This is…
Augusta, A Signed Flag, and Four Little Trophies: The GLM Story Behind Rory’s Masters
On April 13, 2025, Rory McIlroy stood on the 18th green at Augusta National with a GLM marker…
The Marker Behind the Win: How a Long Island Craftsman Became Part of THE PLAYERS Championship
When Rory McIlroy won THE PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass, a GLM marker was in his pocket.
GLM at the Ryder Cup: Markers That Crossed the Atlantic
GLM markers have appeared at the Ryder Cup, carried by players on both sides of the Atlantic.
Jon Millman: The Man Who Makes the Markers Champions Carry
A profile of the founder of Golf Life Metals — the man behind the copper markers that have…
Metropolitan Golf Association Exclusive on Jon Millman
The MGA sits down with Jon Millman to talk about the craft of making golf ball markers and…
The Custom Golf Ball Marker: A Complete Industry White Paper
A comprehensive look at the custom golf ball marker industry — its history, its players, and its future.
Why Every GLM Marker Tells a Story
No two GLM markers are the same. Every one is made by hand, stamped with meaning, and designed…
How to Order Your Custom GLM Marker
Everything you need to know about ordering your own custom Golf Life Metals marker — from design to…
GLM Gift Guide: The Perfect Present for the Golfer in Your Life
Looking for the perfect gift for a golfer? A custom GLM marker is personal, lasting, and unlike anything…