TROON ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH SHIP STICKS

Scottsdale, Ariz. – Troon®, the leader in golf course management, development, and marketing, has selected Ship Sticks, the world’s premiere golf club shipping provider, as the company’s preferred partner for golf club shipping.

As part of the partnership, Ship Sticks will utilize a number of Troon’s dynamic marketing platforms including digital and print media through Troon Golf & Travel, customer engagement through Troon’s expansive database, and other Troon marketing channels that reach a number of key golfer demographics. Participating Troon facilities will also utilize Ship Sticks to offer customers reliable club and luggage shipping services to and from the golf course at rates up to 60 percent less than major logistics providers.

“Our new partnership with Ship Sticks is exciting on many fronts as the relationship benefits both Troon customers and Troon Privé club members, along with Troon facilities across the globe,” said Mike Ryan, co-chief operating officer and executive vice president, Troon. “Ship Sticks makes it easy for golfers to ship their clubs anywhere in the world. The ease of their service ultimately encourages golfers to travel more and play more golf.”

In addition, Ship Sticks becomes an official sponsor of both the Troon Cup and Troon Challenge annual golf tournaments – two nationwide events that attract more than 1,300 players. Participants playing in both tournaments will receive special offers from Ship Sticks on shipping their clubs to and from the event destinations.

“We are excited to launch our partnership with Troon and look forward to offering our services to their extensive membership and managed facilities.” said Nick Coleman, CEO. “Our goal is to simplify the way one travels with their clubs, and drive more rounds of golf worldwide.”

About Ship Sticks
Founded in 2011, Ship Sticks provides a door-to-door shipping solution for the traveling golfer who desires a hassle-free traveling experience. As the most reliable and cost effective shipping service available, Ship Sticks has partnered with the world’s finest Golf Resorts, Country Clubs and Hotels to allow for an effortless shipping experience. Shipping golf clubs and luggage with Ship Sticks allows you to save time and money at the airport by avoiding the long check-in lines, crowded baggage terminals, and expensive baggage fees. Whether your clubs are being picked up from your home or office, Ship Sticks guarantees an on-time delivery to wherever you’re staying or playing. For additional information with regards to these convenient services, please visit www.shipsticks.com.

About Troon
Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Troon is the world’s largest golf management company, with more than 270 golf courses in its portfolio. Also specializing in homeowner association management, private residence clubs, estate management and associated hospitality venues, the company oversees operations at Troon Golf®, Honours Golf, Troon Privé (the private club operating division of Troon) and Troon International properties located in 36 states and 31 countries Additionally, there are 57 Troon affiliated properties featuring 79 courses that have been recipients of a “Top 100” ranking by national and international publications. Troon properties include Princeville Makai Golf Club, Kauai, Hawaii; Centurion Club, London, England; The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa, Tucson, Ariz.; The Bay Club, Berlin, Md.; Prince’s Golf Club, Sandwich, England; and CostaBaja Golf Club, in La Paz, Mexico.

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Media contact:
Rob Myers
Troon
480.477.0506
rmyers@troon.com