Los Angeles, CA – johnnie-O, the premium lifestyle brand known for its deep roots in golf, is thrilled to announce the signing of Austin Greaser to a multi-year deal. Greaser, a standout amateur golfer, will now sport johnnie-O apparel exclusively as he transitions to his professional career on the Korn Ferry Tour.
Austin Greaser concludes an exceptional amateur career with notable achievements, including:
- Walker Cup Victory: Played a crucial role in Team USA’s victory over Team Great Britain & Ireland in the 2023 Walker Cup (University of North Carolina Athletics).
- All-American Honors: Achieved All-American status twice during his tenure with the North Carolina Tar Heels (R&A).
- PGA TOUR University: Ranked third, securing his spot on the Korn Ferry Tour (PGA TOUR).
- 2022 Western Amateur Champion (The Western Amateur)
- Medalist at the 2024 NCAA Regionals (GoHeels.com)
“Austin embodies the spirit and ethos of johnnie-O and is a welcomed addition to Team j-O,” said John Collins, CEO of johnnie-O. “He had an incredible playing career at UNC-Chapel Hill, and we are proud to support him as he embarks on his professional journey.”
“I have always admired the johnnie-O brand and felt it was a perfect fit for me,” added Greaser. “Meeting some of the amazing people behind the brand and learning more about their vision has been a fantastic experience. I feel great knowing that this team is behind me as I embark on my professional career on the Korn Ferry Tour.”
johnnie-O takes pride in collaborating with athletes who are exceptional players, who work to further the game of golf, and who value performance and style in their on-course and off-course attire. Greaser joins other pro golf athletes who are on the team johnnie-O roster, such as Kevin Streelman, Jimmy Stanger, Sam Bennett, Jorge Fernández Valdés, Nate Lashley, Sean O’Hair, Scott Gutschewski, and others.
For more information about johnnie-O and its partnership with Austin Greaser, please contact: Courtney Pierson Hoppes, courtney.hoppes@johnnie-O.com, (443) 699-5564
About johnnie-O:
johnnie-O was founded in 2005 by John O’Donnell in Santa Monica, CA. johnnie-O is a premium lifestyle brand differentiated by its loyal and passionate consumer following, high-quality products, and omnichannel leadership. johnnie-O currently offers a range of premium apparel, footwear, and accessories for men, women, and boys. The collection includes polos and button-downs featuring the patented “Tweener Button,” bottoms, swim, outerwear, and a line of PREP-FORMANCE™ gear for the active lifestyle. johnnie-O is available online at www.johnnie-O.com, and at specialty retailers and golf and racquet clubs across the United States. For more information, visit johnnie-O.com or follow @johnnieobrand.
