(CARLSBAD, Calif.) – TaylorMade Golf Company announced today the selection of the Hack to Jack golf reality show as their initial supported initiative for HackGolf.
TaylorMade Golf Company, with support of the PGA of America, launched the HackGolf initiative last January to help make golf more fun and grow global interest and participation in the game. By the selection of the Hack to Jack Reality Show, HackGolf has officially begun supporting initiatives targeted toward achieving these goals.
“Of more than 1,700 ideas submitted last year on HackGolf.org, the Hack to Jack golf reality show concept received the most votes, social media engagement and support from the HackGolf community,” said Ben Sharpe, CEO of TaylorMade Golf Company. “We are excited to help advance this unique golf reality show concept and see it as a global platform for testing many of the ideas that people from around the world have contributed to help make golf more fun.”
“It was really an experiment to see what would happen if we gave average golfers a chance to be on a local golf reality show,” said creator and Executive Producer Kevin Unterreiner. “People loved the idea of improving their game & fitness by doing fun skills challenges and on-course games.”
Unterreiner, who came up with the idea while sitting on his couch scanning through reality shows on his family’s DVR, is no stranger to the golf community, having run over 1,000 golf events since 1998.
“When we passed two million views in only 12 weeks, I knew we were on to something and quickly realized that a reality show opportunity that average golfers could be a part of might be the next big thing in golf,” says Kevin Unterreiner.
In their first season last summer, the Hack to Jack show chose 20 finalists who completed a 12 week program of golf instruction, fitness training, golf skills challenges and never-before seen on-course contests.
The Hack to Jack show plans to launch local golf reality shows in cities all across the world and create a global community of passionate golfers who enjoy gathering and playing golf in a non-intimidating and fun environment.
Filming for Season 2 begins in March. To apply to be a contestant on an upcoming season, participate in local Hack to Jack events, or to submit your product or service to be featured in upcoming episodes, go to www.HackToJack.com.
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Tour Edge Joins Traveling Golfer as Official Equipment Sponsor
(PHILADELPHIA, Pa.) - Tour Edge Golf, an American-owned golf company based in Batavia, Illinois, has signed an agreement to become the Official Equipment Sponsor of the award-winning Traveling Golfer television show.
The announcement was made public in a joint statement by David Glod, president and founder of Tour Edge Golf, and Traveling Golfer host Tony Leodora. The one-year agreement outlined a number of areas of involvement for Tour Edge - including creation of "Tech Talk" segments on the show, with Glod explaining technology issues in the research and development of golf clubs. Tour Edge also will have a strategic placement on the show's website, www.travelinggolfervideo.com. In addition, Leodora will play Tour Edge golf clubs throughout the monthly episodes of the show that travels the globe in an effort to bring the most interesting golf destinations to its viewers.
"We saw this as a good opportunity to gain exposure to the avid golfers who are part of a rapidly growing audience," said Glod. "There is a good symmetry between our products and the show."
The main area of similarity comes in the fact that both Tour Edge and Traveling Golfer have been on a fast growth track in recent years.
Headquartered in the suburbs of Chicago, Tour Edge was founded in 1986 by David Glod, a former golf professional. As a young entrepreneur, Glod truly believed there was an opportunity in the golf industry to provide a high-quality product at an affordable price. He designed his first club in 1987 and never looked back.
Today, Tour Edge maintains the same focus, providing golfers with premium quality golf equipment that is affordable. The company has become a top-10 manufacturer in every club category.
"I have known Dave Glod almost from his beginning days with Tour Edge," explained Leodora. "His company is a prime example of the American principles of ingenuity and hard work. There couldn't have been a better match for our Traveling Golfer show and I am extremely proud to be associated with Tour Edge. We will be able to show off quality equipment, backed by cutting edge technology."
The announcement of Tour Edge as Official Equipment Sponsor coincides with the start of the third season of Traveling Golfer on the air. Responding to golfers' never-ending demands to learn more about interesting golf courses and golf resorts across the country and around the world, Traveling Golfer was created by the well-traveled Leodora so he could take viewers on video golf trips to interesting golf locations. The show, produced and directed by Jamie McWilliams, won a first place award for golf television in the prestigious International Network of Golf Media Awards at the PGA Merchandise Show in January.
The Traveling Golfer appears as a series of monthly shows hosted by Leodora, who has 15 years of experience in televised golf shows. The featured destination stays on a network of websites for one month, before being replaced by a new show. The old shows are archived for continued viewing on the home website, www.travelinggolfervideo.com and through the show's YouTube network. A list of all hosting websites appears on the home website. Exposure across the country and to 15 foreign countries comes via The Golf Director Network, at www.thegolfdirector.com.
The Traveling Golfer show airs multiple times each month on Comcast SportsNet, in the Philadelphia and Washington D.C. markets, as part of the Inside Golf television show. It is also carried on Ch. 4 in the Myrtle Beach market by the Press Box television show.
For more information about the Traveling Golfer show, contact TL Golf Services at 610-279-9220 or go to the website at www.travelinggolfervideo.com. For more information on the Inside Golf television show, go to www.insidegolf.net.
"We saw this as a good opportunity to gain exposure to the avid golfers who are part of a rapidly growing audience," said Glod. "There is a good symmetry between our products and the show."
The main area of similarity comes in the fact that both Tour Edge and Traveling Golfer have been on a fast growth track in recent years.
Headquartered in the suburbs of Chicago, Tour Edge was founded in 1986 by David Glod, a former golf professional. As a young entrepreneur, Glod truly believed there was an opportunity in the golf industry to provide a high-quality product at an affordable price. He designed his first club in 1987 and never looked back.
Today, Tour Edge maintains the same focus, providing golfers with premium quality golf equipment that is affordable. The company has become a top-10 manufacturer in every club category.
"I have known Dave Glod almost from his beginning days with Tour Edge," explained Leodora. "His company is a prime example of the American principles of ingenuity and hard work. There couldn't have been a better match for our Traveling Golfer show and I am extremely proud to be associated with Tour Edge. We will be able to show off quality equipment, backed by cutting edge technology."
The announcement of Tour Edge as Official Equipment Sponsor coincides with the start of the third season of Traveling Golfer on the air. Responding to golfers' never-ending demands to learn more about interesting golf courses and golf resorts across the country and around the world, Traveling Golfer was created by the well-traveled Leodora so he could take viewers on video golf trips to interesting golf locations. The show, produced and directed by Jamie McWilliams, won a first place award for golf television in the prestigious International Network of Golf Media Awards at the PGA Merchandise Show in January.
The Traveling Golfer appears as a series of monthly shows hosted by Leodora, who has 15 years of experience in televised golf shows. The featured destination stays on a network of websites for one month, before being replaced by a new show. The old shows are archived for continued viewing on the home website, www.travelinggolfervideo.com and through the show's YouTube network. A list of all hosting websites appears on the home website. Exposure across the country and to 15 foreign countries comes via The Golf Director Network, at www.thegolfdirector.com.
The Traveling Golfer show airs multiple times each month on Comcast SportsNet, in the Philadelphia and Washington D.C. markets, as part of the Inside Golf television show. It is also carried on Ch. 4 in the Myrtle Beach market by the Press Box television show.
For more information about the Traveling Golfer show, contact TL Golf Services at 610-279-9220 or go to the website at www.travelinggolfervideo.com. For more information on the Inside Golf television show, go to www.insidegolf.net.
Anirban Lahiri Clinches Second European Tour Title in Three Weeks
“Hopefully I’ll have more days like this in my career, but for now I’m just going to enjoy the moment,” said Lahiri. “Every Indian golfer puts winning the Indian Open on their bucket list, but not many get the chance to actually tick it off. I couldn’t have asked for a better day.”
Lahiri currently plays Srixon’s new 4th generation Z STAR XV golf ball with Spin Skin technology, Srixon Z Series irons, a Cleveland 588 Tour Action wedge (53°), and a Cleveland 588 RTX 2.0 CB wedge (60°). Lahiri also wears a Srixon glove and carries a Srixon bag.
Sunday’s win at the Hero Indian Open, coupled with his victory at the Maybank Malaysian Open just three weeks earlier, has solidified Lahiri’s place in the top 50 of the world rankings and has effectively secured his Masters debut in April.
For more information on Anirban Lahiri and his Journey to Better, visit: www.anirbanlahiri.com.
For additional information on Srixon, Cleveland Golf, and XXIO products or their staff players, visit: www.srixon.com, www.clevelandgolf.com, and www.xxiousa.com.
Monday, February 23, 2015
Learn More about VPAR Live Golf Scoring
VPAR works with charity events, corporate outings and Pro-Ams, mostly, and brings scoring devices that allow teams to score, instead of a scorecard. There's also a live leaderboard on the device.
VPAR does more than 900 events in 23 countries. Here are a few handled by VPAR FL:
- Arnold Palmer Kingdom Cup at Bay Hill in January;
- ANNIKA Invitational Junior-Am in February;
- Allianz Championship Pro-Ams in February;
- Lowes Miami Beach Celebrity Invitational in November; and
- They will be running the DEREK JETER CELEBRITY INVITATIONAL in Las Vegas.
More on the service:
- Can score any golf format, including scrambles, Ryder Cup, Callaway, etc.;
- Incorporates handicaps and provides gross and net scores, which takes hassle away from staff;
- Live leaderboards for players displayed on devices, displayed on Clubhouse TVs and online;
- Online ScoreCenter for family & friends to see tee times, scores, leaderboards and round details
Ex: http://florida.vpar.com/live/annikajunioram/r1;
- Branding and sponsorship opportunities on the device and online ScoreCenter;
- Helps staff to know exactly when groups will be done with play;
- Creates more exposure to your event and/or charity.
For more information: www.vpar.com.
SKIMP, Stylish Accessories Collection, Hires Sales Reps
“SKIMP accessories are being enthusiastically received by retailers and consumers across the country,” said Laurent-Alix Huguet, CEO of H4 Distribution, which distributes SKIMP products throughout the U.S. “We are pleased to appoint this first group of sales representatives to assist with the impending growth of this exciting company.”
A first-time exhibitor at the PGA Merchandise Show last month, SKIMP enjoyed an exuberant reception in displaying its snazzy array of belts, watches and carry bags for men and women. SKIMP products, presented in easy-to-display packaging to conserve space in golf and retail shops, are priced attractively and appeal to golfers of all ages.
The newly-hired SKIMP sales representatives are as follows:
• Dean Baker, southern Florida
dean@deanbakersports.com
954-234-3377
• Jere Hodges, Michigan
jerehodges@gmail.com
586-212-0906
• Kraig Kesner, Ohio
kkesner32@gmail.com
330-774-1981
• Pat Lyle, northern California & northern Nevada
pattyle3@comcast.net
415-265-9593
Plans call for more SKIMP sales representatives to be added in the future.
For more information, see www.birdietown.com.
Check Out the Esquire Network Documentary Series, The Short Game
The Short Game airs on Tuesdays. Check your local listings.
Stellar Field at The Honda Classic Kicks off PGA TOUR's Florida Swing
Honda Classic Starts Six Consecutive Tournament Weeks on Golf Channel and Golf Channel on NBC
(ORLANDO, Fla.) – Golf Channel and Golf Channel on NBC will present 23 live hours of The Honda Classic this week, as the PGA TOUR moves east for the Florida Swing and NBC Sports Group kicks off exclusive coverage of the TOUR’s next six weeks.The Honda Classic, with 16 of the top-25 players in the world in the field, will feature marquee names, such as World No. 1 Rory McIlroy – making his U.S. debut in 2015 – Sergio Garcia (7), Justin Rose (8), Martin Kaymer (11), Rickie Fowler (12), Hideki Matsuyama (14), Patrick Reed (15), Victor Dubuisson (16), Billy Horschel (17), Phil Mickelson (18) and Brooks Koepka (19).
Hicks & Miller Set Record: Leading Golf Channel on NBC’s weekend coverage will be Dan Hicks and Johnny Miller, who will begin their 16th year as play-by-play announcer and lead analyst, which sets a record in golf for the longest-tenured 18th-hole broadcasting tandem for any network. Joining Hicks and Miller will be Gary Koch, Roger Maltbie, Peter Jacobsen, Notah Begay and Steve Sands. Calling the action for Golf Channel’s early round coverage will be Terry Gannon and Frank Nobilo, supported by the NBC crew, as well as Todd Lewis and Angela Hamann reporting for Golf Central.
Spotlight Coverage: Golf Channel’s Spotlight Coverage debuts in 2015 at The Honda Classic, featuring live action of players navigating what has become one of the toughest three-hole stretches in golf and complementing Golf Channel on NBC’s award-winning traditional coverage. While NBC is on the air live with traditional coverage, Golf Channel also will be on the air live, but focusing on “The Bear Trap,” encompassing Nos. 15-17 on the Jack Nicklaus-designed PGA National Champion Course. Calling the action will be Bob Papa, Curt Byrum, Tom Abbott and Jerry Foltz.
The Honda Classic – Live Tournament Airtimes
* Wednesday 5-6 p.m. ET (Golf Channel Pro-Am coverage)
* Thursday 2-6 p.m. ET (Golf Channel live traditional coverage)
* Friday 2-6 p.m. ET (Golf Channel live traditional coverage)
* Saturday 1-3 p.m. ET (Golf Channel live lead-in coverage)
* Saturday 3-6 p.m. ET (NBC live traditional coverage)
* Saturday 3-5 p.m. ET (Golf Channel live Spotlight Coverage)
* Sunday 1-3 p.m. ET (Golf Channel live lead-in coverage)
* Sunday 3-6 p.m. ET (NBC live traditional coverage)
* Sunday 3-5 p.m. ET (Golf Channel live Spotlight Coverage)
Exclusive PGA TOUR Coverage: The Honda Classic will commence six consecutive weeks of PGA TOUR action on Golf Channel and Golf Channel on NBC, including:
* The Honda Classic, PGA National Resort & Spa – Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. (Feb. 26-March 1)
* World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship – Trump National Doral, Doral, Fla. (March 5-8)
* Puerto Rico Open – Trump International Golf Club Puerto Rico, Rio Grande, Puerto Rico (March 5-8)
* Valspar Championship – Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club, Palm Harbor, Fla. (March 12-15)
* Arnold Palmer Invitational – Bay Hill Club and Lodge, Orlando, Fla. (March 19-22)
* Valero Texas Open – TPC San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas (March 26-29)
* Shell Houston Open – Redstone Golf Club, Humble, Texas (April 2-5)
Cara Robinson Joins Morning Drive: English sports television presenter Cara Robinson will make her on-air debut as the newest co-host for Morning Drive on Thursday, Feb. 26. A London native, Robinson brings extensive experience in television and golf. She most recently served as host of Golfing World, a weekly, internationally distributed program that travels to golf’s biggest events to conduct player interviews and features about all aspects of the game. She also participated in @TheOpenLIVE, a live digital telecast of the Open Championship, and has contributed as a studio host and reporter for productions surrounding Wimbledon, World’s Strongest Man, rugby and tennis at the London 2012 Olympics.
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