More Golfers are Shipping Their Clubs to Avoid Airport Logistics and Escalating Fees
FRISCO, Texas and PALM BEACH GARDENS, Florida — The PGA of America and ShipSticks, the world’s leading golf club and luggage shipping service, announced today a partnership naming ShipSticks the Official Golf Club Shipping Partner of the Association. This strategic partnership underscores ShipSticks’ commitment to making golf travel more convenient and stress-free for players at all levels, and reflects both organizations’ dedication to enhancing the golfer experience and the game overall.
The partnership will focus on event sponsorship and on-site activation, including offering free shipping for the 312 competing PGA of America Members in the PGA Professional Championship, and access to shipping for PGA of America Associates attending Education Seminars at the Home of the PGA of America in Frisco, Texas, as they pursue membership within the Association.
Additionally, ShipSticks will join Golf Retirement Plus, providing PGA of America Golf Professionals with an opportunity to earn incentives into their Golf Retirement Plus Account. This highly impactful program has helped many PGA of America Golf Professionals at all levels achieve a more secure financial future.
“The PGA of America’s mission is to serve our Members and grow the game, and we believe this partnership with ShipSticks helps accomplish both,” said PGA of America Chief Membership Officer John Easterbrook Jr., PGA. “We are honored to work alongside ShipSticks in supporting our current and future PGA of America Members.”
“We are thrilled to partner with the PGA of America, a renowned organization that shares our passion for the game and its players,” said Jonathan Marsico, CEO and Co-Founder of ShipSticks. “Our mission has always been to simplify golf travel, and this collaboration allows us to extend our services to even more golfers. By eliminating the hassle of transporting clubs, we aim to ensure that every golfer can enjoy the game to its fullest, whether they’re traveling for a PGA of America Championship, or a golf trip with friends and family.”
ShipSticks has built its reputation on providing reliable, door-to-door shipping services that save golfers time and effort while ensuring their equipment arrives safely and on time. Through this partnership, ShipSticks and the PGA of America will empower golfers nationwide to play more, travel with ease, and enjoy the game without compromise.
About ShipSticks:
Founded in 2011, ShipSticks is the leading provider of golf club and luggage shipping services worldwide. The company is committed to providing golfers with a hassle-free alternative to lugging their clubs to and from the airport. They enhance the travel experience for golfers by offering affordable, door-to-door shipping options backed by outstanding customer support.
For more information about ShipSticks, visit www.shipsticks.com.
About the PGA of America
The PGA of America is one of the world’s largest sports organizations, composed of more than 30,000 PGA of America Golf Professionals who love the game, are expert coaches, operators and business leaders, and work daily to drive interest, inclusion and participation in the sport. The PGA of America owns and operates numerous championships and events, including major championships for men, women, seniors and the Ryder Cup, one of the world’s foremost sporting events. For more information, visit PGA.com and follow us on X, Instagram and Facebook.
Media Contacts:
Jesse Dodson, PGA of America, jdodson@pgahq.com
Sally Spaulding, ShipSticks, sally@spauldingpr.com
