Partnership expands distribution of golf’s only Vertical Groove Driver – #1 in driving distance and #2 in driving accuracy on PGA Tour Champions in 2017
Boston, MA … December 18, 2017 … The world’s only driver with vertical groove technology continues to penetrate the golf equipment marketplace, as Vertical Groove Golf, LLC today announced a partnership with Club Champion Golf, whereby the innovative driver will now be available for demo and custom fitting at 26 retail locations nationwide.
Club Champion Golf, which is recognized as one of the premier club fitting retailers in the United States, will offer the 450cc Vertical Groove Driver to golfers in both right and left handed models, including 8, 9.5, 10.5 and 12 degree lofts (right), and 9.5 and 10.5 degree lofts (left). A full range of shafts will be available in stock, as club fitting specialists will match golfers with an appropriate shaft based on individual swing characteristics. Today, Club Champion Golf locations are equipped with Trackman, the most advanced launch monitor system, which supports the club fitting process and will greatly benefit golfers in selecting the best Vertical Groove Driver for their game.
“We recognize the importance of product demos, as they help consumers make more informed decisions during the club selection process,” said Jeff Barry, CEO, Vertical Groove Golf. “This partnership with Club Champion Golf provides a perfect solution, as more golfers nationwide will now have the opportunity to demo the Vertical Groove Driver.”
Vertical Groove Technology is proven to reduce spin at impact, forcing tighter dispersion and leading to straighter ball flight and greater distance. The effectiveness of the technology was validated by the performance of the Vertical Groove Driver on the PGA TOUR Champions in 2017, which finished the season ranked #1 in Driving Distance and #2 in Driving Accuracy. John Daly, Kenny Perry and Rocco Mediate highlight a group of professional golfers who compete with the Vertical Groove Drive on the PGA TOUR Champions, PGA TOUR and other professional events worldwide.
Added Barry, “With an experienced team of club fitting specialists at all locations, golfers in new markets across the USA will enjoy a turnkey fitting experience, and the opportunity to tee-it-up with a new custom fit Vertical Groove Driver, proven to increase distance and accuracy, while bringing more enjoyment to the game.”
The Vertical Groove Driver is now available for demo and custom fitting at Club Champion Golf locations in the following markets: Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Cleveland, OH; Dallas, TX; Deerfield, IL; Denver, CO; Detroit, MI; Houston, TX; Indianapolis, IN; Kansas City, KS; Long island, NY; Los Angeles, CA; Minneapolis, MN; Newport Beach, CA; Hackensack, NJ; Orlando, FL; Philadelphia, PA; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; St. Louis, MO; Washington D.C.; White Plains, NY and Willowbrook, IL.
More information on the Vertical Groove Driver is available at www.vertgolf.com or via social media profiles on Facebook and YouTube at Vertical Groove Golf, and @vertgolf on Twitter.
Vertical Groove Golf, LLC
Vertical Groove Golf, LLC is the golf industry’s newest original equipment manufacturer, and the first company to bring to market a golf club with vertical grooves on the club face. Backed by extensive testing from the leading independent testing facility in golf, Vertical Groove Technology is proven to deliver better accuracy and greater distance. Guided by a leadership team comprised of accomplished business executives, and complemented by veteran golf equipment design and marketing experts, the Company’s Headquarters is located in Boston, MA, with its manufacturing facility based in Jupiter, FL. For more information on Vertical Groove Golf, please visit www.vertgolf.com.
Contact:
Jared Minski (jared@mastrocomm.com)
Ari Edelman (aedelman@mastrocomm.com)
Mastro Communications, Inc., @ 732 469-5700
