pioneer golf and performance apparel company continues longstanding support of PGA professionals
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. – The PGA of America has announced today that Antigua Group will extend its partnership in the Golf Retirement Plus™ program through 2016. As the first golf apparel company to join the program in 1998, Antigua has been a dedicated Presenting Partner that has continued commitment to the financial goals of PGA professionals.
“With their unwavering commitment to quality and customer service, Antigua represents a symbol of excellence in the golf apparel industry,” said PGA President Ted Bishop. “The PGA of America is grateful for the ongoing support Antigua will continue to provide to our PGA Professionals through their offering of financial incentives. The PGA sincerely appreciates this partnership and looks forward to the promising years to come.”
Celebrating its 35th anniversary of business in 2014, Antigua has always held a strong position in the golf apparel market. The clothing company was the official golf apparel licensee for the 2013 U.S. Solheim Cup Team and also sponsors the LPGA’s Stacy Lewis, the PGA TOUR’s Brian Stuard and Tom Pernice Jr. of the Champions Tour. In extending their Golf Retirement Plus partnership, Antigua bolsters not only their position in the golf industry, but also their great relationship with PGA Professionals around the world.
“Antigua is very proud to continue our support and involvement with the Golf Retirement Plus program through the PGA of America,” stated Ron McPherson, President and CEO of Antigua Group. “We started with the program back in 1997 and have watched it grow and prosper to provide excellent results for PGA Professionals.”
The Antigua Group, Inc. is a leading designer and marketer of men’s, women’s and children’s lifestyle apparel and sportswear under the distinctive Antigua label. In 2014, Antigua celebrates its 35th Anniversary serving the apparel needs of the Golf, Licensed Sports, Corporate and identity Specialty Retail markets.
Founded in 1997, Golf Retirement Plus is a retirement program for PGA Professionals, apprentices, GCSAA Superintendents and CMAA Club Managers, which allows them to make their own contributions or have their employers contribute to their Golf Retirement Plus accounts on their behalf. PGA Professionals may also earn personal incentives by participating in the Golf Retirement Plus™ Partner Programs.
For more information on the PGA of America, please visit PGAMediaCenter.com.
For more information on The Antigua Group, please visit Antigua.com
Contact:
Michael Abramowitz, PGA of America, 561-624-8458, MAbramowitz@pgahq.com
Mary Beth Lacy, The Antigua Group, 760-346-6942, mb@mblacy.com
