[Southampton, UK] — Specialist Sports today announces the appointment of Ben Davis as Category Director for Golf, primarily focusing on driving the growth and success of the company’s growing golf brand representation in the UK and Europe for PAYNTR Golf. Davis’ appointment marks a significant step in Specialist Sports’ strategy to establish itself as a premier multi-brand golf distributor, catering to more than 2,000 golf retailers across the UK and Ireland, while also exploring new opportunities in the European market.
With more than 25 years of experience in the golf industry, Ben brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success. He began his career at Adidas/TaylorMade in 2000, where he gained deep insight into the golf trade. He then held key positions at Srixon/Cleveland Golf/XXIO before becoming Commercial Director at Yumax Golf, where he successfully introduced leading brands such as Skechers footwear, Castore apparel, and Bushnell rangefinders to market.
“We are thrilled to welcome Ben to the Specialist Sports team,” said John Taylor, Sales and Marketing Director of Specialist Sports. “Ben’s extensive experience and industry knowledge will be invaluable as we expand our golf portfolio and strengthen our relationships with retailers and partners. His appointment aligns perfectly with our strategic vision to grow the multi-brand side of our business and enhance our service offering to the golf trade.”
Ben’s immediate focus will be on Specialist Sports’ growing PAYNTR Golf business, which continues to gain momentum in the golf performance footwear category.
“I’m excited to join Specialist Sports at such a pivotal moment in their growth journey,” said Ben Davis. “The golf industry thrives on strong customer service and reliable delivery, and I’m looking forward to helping Specialist Sports build a robust and diverse portfolio of golf brands that meet the evolving needs of retailers and golfers alike.”
Ben’s arrival signals Specialist Sports’ commitment to expanding its product range and reinforcing its position as a trusted distributor in the golf market. Retailers can anticipate a wave of new product lines and brand offerings under Ben’s leadership, enhancing Specialist Sports’ ability to provide next-day delivery and top-tier customer service, a hallmark of success in the sporting goods industry.
As a passionate and highly skilled golfer, Ben understands the nuances of the game and the importance of delivering quality products and services. For more information about Specialist Sports and its expanding golf portfolio, please visit www.specialistsports.com.
Contact:
Ben Davis
Category Director Golf – Specialist Sports
ben.davis@specialistsports.com
About Specialist Sports
Specialist Sports is a leading performance sports distribution and brand marketing agency with over 30 years of experience. We provide comprehensive expertise across sales strategy, brand marketing, product creation, distribution, and logistics, ensuring seamless market entry and sustained growth for our partners. Our sales strategy is built on extensive product and industry knowledge, allowing our team to manage every aspect of market positioning and sales execution with a holistic, results-driven approach. With a dedicated warehouse operation, Specialist Sports offers next-day fulfillment across the UK and global distribution capabilities, ensuring efficient and reliable delivery to retailers and customers worldwide. Our in-house creative marketing team collaborates closely with brand partners to develop tailored strategies across design, social media, and content marketing, enhancing brand visibility and engagement. Additionally, our expertise in product creation enables us to develop innovative products under license for brands across the globe, helping to bring high-performance sports equipment and apparel to market.
