NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 28, 2017 – Golf lifestyle brand Greg Norman Collection, a leading worldwide marketer of sportswear for men and women, has been named an Official Branded Merchandise Licensee for the LPGA in 2017 and 2018, including this year’s Solheim Cup.
Through the two-year agreement, the company will produce co-branded men’s and women’s wear for the LPGA for sale across its retail distribution channels, at LPGA Tour events, in green grass shops, golf specialty stores and in sporting good chains.
Greg Norman Collection, and its GN Women’s Collection, encompasses forward-thinking fabric innovations with a wide fashion range of tops, bottoms, outerwear and accessories.
“We are very excited about this new partnership with the LPGA,” said Mike Elliott, President – Golf, Greg Norman Collection. “As an authentic golf brand, Greg Norman Collection is a perfect fit to partner with this organization and also support the prestigious and competitive Solheim Cup.”
“We are very excited to partner with an innovative sportswear brand like the Greg Norman Collection and are delighted to welcome them to the LPGA family,” said Anne McCarthy, Director of Licensing and Merchandising for the LPGA.
The 2017 Solheim Cup team competition will be played from August 18-20 at Des Moines Golf and Country Club in West Des Moines, Iowa.
About Greg Norman Collection:
Built upon a unique combination of performance, luxury and style, Greg Norman Collection is a leading worldwide marketer of golf-inspired sportswear for men and women. Established in 1992, Greg Norman Collection is inspired by one of the world’s leading golf professionals, the man they call “The Shark.” Reflecting his adventurous spirit and confident, independent style, the Collection captures Greg Norman’s powerful elegance, enthusiasm and passion for an individual design sense.
About the LPGA
The LPGA is the world’s leading professional golf organization for women. Founded in 1950, the association celebrates a diverse and storied membership with more than 2,300 members representing 30 different countries. With a Vision to inspire, empower, educate and entertain by showcasing the very best of women’s golf, LPGA Tour Professionals compete across the globe, while dedicated LPGA Teaching and Club Professionals (T&CP) directly impact the game through teaching, coaching and management. The Symetra Tour consistently produces a pipeline of talent ready for the world stage. The LPGA is headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida. Follow the LPGA on its television home, Golf Channel, and on the web via: www.LPGA.com, www.facebook.com/lpga.official, www.twitter.com/lpga, and www.youtube.com/lpgavideo.
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