LOUISVILLE, Ky. – While PowerBilt has long been an international brand in the golf-club industry, its foundation has always been based in Kentucky, where it’s owned by the Hillerich & Bradsby Co, makers of the world-famous Louisville Slugger. Since 1916, H&B has been making golf clubs, which includes nearly a century of support for Kentucky’s youth golfers.
In keeping with its heritage, PowerBilt is playing a role this year in supporting the Kentucky Junior Golf Foundation (KJGF) through a scholarship program implemented by the HB Foundation. In an effort to recognize youngsters who participate in the Musselman-Dunne Junior & College Golf Tour (which is run by KJGT), college scholarships will be awarded to junior golfers based on their playing ability, academics, citizenship (community activities) and extra-curricular school activities.
Another sponsor of the scholarship program is the Golf Headquarters store in Louisville on Shelbyville Road near the Snyder Freeway. “When you turn a kid on to golf, it often becomes a life-long love affair with the game,” says Tony McLaughlin, the long-time owner and manager of the Golf Headquarters store, which has been in business since 1999. “Golf already teaches players the value of being competitive, honest, courteous and respectful. By participating in this scholarship program, Golf Headquarters is proud to play a role in helping junior golfers continue their education.”
The HB Foundation will be awarding five scholarships in the amount of $2,000 each this year to graduating seniors who participate in the Musselman-Dunne Junior & College Golf Tour, which is funded by the Baker-Geary-Dunne Foundation. Interested applicants can download an application and get more information by going to the Kentucky Junior Golf Foundation, www.kjgf.com website, or the HB Foundation site, www.thehbfoundation.org.
In 1991, the Baker-Geary-Dunne Foundation and the Kentucky Junior Golf Foundation formed a partnership for the purpose of providing grants to deserving high school seniors enabling them to a attend a Kentucky college. A total of 62 grants have been awarded since that time. “The grants provided through the HB Foundation will assist the Baker-Geary-Dune Foundations legacy to provide young men and women who would have a very difficult time attending college without one of these grants,” says PGA Professional Drew Conliffe.
PowerBilt has long been a favorite brand of golf equipment in Kentucky. Throughout the years, it’s provided clubs for golfers of all ages – from PGA Tour professionals to two-year-old tikes getting their first sets. Currently, PowerBilt is recognized throughout the industry as having one of the best complete lineups of clubs for junior golfers. For more information on PowerBilt junior equipment as well as the new PowerBilt Air Force One golf clubs, visit http://powerbilt.com.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Friday, March 4, 2011
Powerbilt Air Force One Updated for 2011 By ED TRAVIS
Powerbilt Air Force One
Updated for 2011
By ED TRAVIS
Copyright MMXI, Front Page Golf. All Rights Reserved. www.FrontPageGolf.com is a trademark of FrontPageGolf.
Over the years Powerbilt has been one of the
legendary names in the golf club business, having
been in the bags of the many tournament winners
including Fuzzy Zoeller. The irrepressible Zoeller won
12 times on the PGA Tour and 10 were with Powerbilt
including a Master’s and an U.S. Open. The point
being, this division of Hillerich and Bradsy Co. (Bionic
gloves and Louisville Slugger bats), has been making
clubs since 1916 and has strong credentials from
their past success. Today they continue to be
innovative and forward looking.
The Air Force One driver (a great name for a driver!) was
introduced two years ago with the usual features and
benefits of the now de'rigueur-a titanium head and
graphite shafts driver. However Powerbilt figured out
how to add really different…nitrogen gas.
As with a lot of new things there was a good deal of
skepticism in the trade as in, “This has to be another
gimmick,” and “So what good does nitrogen do? Any?”
The Air Force One clubhead had nitrogen gas under
high pressure to support the head structure which
allowed Powerbilt engineers to make a much thinner
face without having to use internal supports.
The Air Force One - Air Foil 2 for this year comes in
two models. The high-MOI (top) and the Tour
(bottom). Both have are filled with nitrogen gas
under pressure which allows the club face to be very
thin.
A thinner face means more trampoline effect at impact
and therefore more ball speed which in turn equates to
more distance.
Powerbilt says the trampoline effect of the Air Force One
is right at the maximum allowed by the USGAThe use of
high pressure nitrogen in sports equipment is not new
having been in race car tires and baseball bats for
years. It helps race cars run faster and gives bats have a
larger sweet spot for more hits.
The new version of the Air Force One is the Air Force
One – Air Foil 2. The nitrogen is under 85 psi pressure
and the clubface is about 20 percent thinner than most
others coming in at only 2.6 mm thick. There are two
models; a high-MOI driver designed to lower the amount
of side spin for $249 and the Air Foil 2 Tour model with
less offset, a more compact appearance at address and
a price of $299 including a stock Fujikura Motore F-3
shaft.
Powerbilt also added this year Air Foil 2 fairway woods,
hybrids and even Hollow N7 irons all “gassed up” with
nitrogen just like the driver. Suggested retail for the
fairways is $149, for the hybrids $119 and for a set of
irons (4-PW) $599 or $799 graphite shafted.
Powerbilt has introduced both hyrids and fairways using
the pressureized nitrogen gas for improved performance.
Updated for 2011
By ED TRAVIS
Copyright MMXI, Front Page Golf. All Rights Reserved. www.FrontPageGolf.com is a trademark of FrontPageGolf.
Over the years Powerbilt has been one of the
legendary names in the golf club business, having
been in the bags of the many tournament winners
including Fuzzy Zoeller. The irrepressible Zoeller won
12 times on the PGA Tour and 10 were with Powerbilt
including a Master’s and an U.S. Open. The point
being, this division of Hillerich and Bradsy Co. (Bionic
gloves and Louisville Slugger bats), has been making
clubs since 1916 and has strong credentials from
their past success. Today they continue to be
innovative and forward looking.
The Air Force One driver (a great name for a driver!) was
introduced two years ago with the usual features and
benefits of the now de'rigueur-a titanium head and
graphite shafts driver. However Powerbilt figured out
how to add really different…nitrogen gas.
As with a lot of new things there was a good deal of
skepticism in the trade as in, “This has to be another
gimmick,” and “So what good does nitrogen do? Any?”
The Air Force One clubhead had nitrogen gas under
high pressure to support the head structure which
allowed Powerbilt engineers to make a much thinner
face without having to use internal supports.
The Air Force One - Air Foil 2 for this year comes in
two models. The high-MOI (top) and the Tour
(bottom). Both have are filled with nitrogen gas
under pressure which allows the club face to be very
thin.
A thinner face means more trampoline effect at impact
and therefore more ball speed which in turn equates to
more distance.
Powerbilt says the trampoline effect of the Air Force One
is right at the maximum allowed by the USGAThe use of
high pressure nitrogen in sports equipment is not new
having been in race car tires and baseball bats for
years. It helps race cars run faster and gives bats have a
larger sweet spot for more hits.
The new version of the Air Force One is the Air Force
One – Air Foil 2. The nitrogen is under 85 psi pressure
and the clubface is about 20 percent thinner than most
others coming in at only 2.6 mm thick. There are two
models; a high-MOI driver designed to lower the amount
of side spin for $249 and the Air Foil 2 Tour model with
less offset, a more compact appearance at address and
a price of $299 including a stock Fujikura Motore F-3
shaft.
Powerbilt also added this year Air Foil 2 fairway woods,
hybrids and even Hollow N7 irons all “gassed up” with
nitrogen just like the driver. Suggested retail for the
fairways is $149, for the hybrids $119 and for a set of
irons (4-PW) $599 or $799 graphite shafted.
Powerbilt has introduced both hyrids and fairways using
the pressureized nitrogen gas for improved performance.
PowerBilt and HB Foundation sign on as Scholarship sponsor
PowerBilt and HB Foundation sign on as Scholarship sponsor
for the New England PGA Junior Tour
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. – PowerBilt is pleased to support the New England PGA section with its New England PGA Junior Tour by assisting the HB Foundation Scholarship Program. In an effort to recognize children that participate in the New England PGA Junior Tour, college scholarships will be awarded to junior golfers based on their playing ability, academics, citizenship (community activities), and extra-curricular activities (additional school activities)
The HB Foundation's priority is to grow the game of golf while using the game to enhance the quality of life. Working directly with local junior programs the HB Foundation can assist in golf programs that teach core values such as honesty, integrity, respect, self-assurance, courtesy, and perseverance. Through the scholarships the HB Foundation will assist eligible junior golfers with their high education costs.
PowerBilt Golf is looking forward to working with Junior Tours and partners that have contributed to their local market. “Powerbilt is excited to have the opportunity to help grow the game of golf and assist junior golfers with their higher education costs. We have set out to develop a community driven program and the New England PGA Section is an outstanding partner to develop these programs,” says PowerBilt President Ross Kvinge.
The scholarships administered through the HB Foundation will be awarding five (5) scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each this year to graduating seniors and students currently attending college that are members of the New England PGA Junior Tour. Interested applicants can download an application and get more information by going to www.nepgajuniortour.com or The HB Foundation site @ www.thehbfoundation.org.
The New England PGA Junior Tour is entering its 17th season of providing quality golf events for developing junior golfers in New England. With more than 60 events every summer, there is always room to play on the tour. The New England PGA Junior Tour is open to all junior amateurs who live in the jurisdiction of the New England PGA from the ages of 9-21.
PowerBilt’s commitment to junior golf currently encompasses manufacturing quality, game-improvement products to enhance the experience during their beginning years in golf. By supporting junior tours, PowerBilt Golf will be able to get more involved with junior golf, and help grow the game at the local level.
For more information on PowerBilt Junior Equipment and the new PowerBilt Air Force One golf clubs, visit http://powerbilt.com.
PowerBilt is licensed in the U.S. by Plus One Sports, Inc. PowerBilt is a division of the Hillerich & Bradsby Co., a family-owned company which has been making golf clubs since 1916. Based in Louisville, Ky., H&B is also the maker of world-famous Louisville Slugger bats and Bionic gloves.
for the New England PGA Junior Tour
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. – PowerBilt is pleased to support the New England PGA section with its New England PGA Junior Tour by assisting the HB Foundation Scholarship Program. In an effort to recognize children that participate in the New England PGA Junior Tour, college scholarships will be awarded to junior golfers based on their playing ability, academics, citizenship (community activities), and extra-curricular activities (additional school activities)
The HB Foundation's priority is to grow the game of golf while using the game to enhance the quality of life. Working directly with local junior programs the HB Foundation can assist in golf programs that teach core values such as honesty, integrity, respect, self-assurance, courtesy, and perseverance. Through the scholarships the HB Foundation will assist eligible junior golfers with their high education costs.
PowerBilt Golf is looking forward to working with Junior Tours and partners that have contributed to their local market. “Powerbilt is excited to have the opportunity to help grow the game of golf and assist junior golfers with their higher education costs. We have set out to develop a community driven program and the New England PGA Section is an outstanding partner to develop these programs,” says PowerBilt President Ross Kvinge.
The scholarships administered through the HB Foundation will be awarding five (5) scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each this year to graduating seniors and students currently attending college that are members of the New England PGA Junior Tour. Interested applicants can download an application and get more information by going to www.nepgajuniortour.com or The HB Foundation site @ www.thehbfoundation.org.
The New England PGA Junior Tour is entering its 17th season of providing quality golf events for developing junior golfers in New England. With more than 60 events every summer, there is always room to play on the tour. The New England PGA Junior Tour is open to all junior amateurs who live in the jurisdiction of the New England PGA from the ages of 9-21.
PowerBilt’s commitment to junior golf currently encompasses manufacturing quality, game-improvement products to enhance the experience during their beginning years in golf. By supporting junior tours, PowerBilt Golf will be able to get more involved with junior golf, and help grow the game at the local level.
For more information on PowerBilt Junior Equipment and the new PowerBilt Air Force One golf clubs, visit http://powerbilt.com.
PowerBilt is licensed in the U.S. by Plus One Sports, Inc. PowerBilt is a division of the Hillerich & Bradsby Co., a family-owned company which has been making golf clubs since 1916. Based in Louisville, Ky., H&B is also the maker of world-famous Louisville Slugger bats and Bionic gloves.
PowerBilt and Puetz Golf sign on as scholarship sponsors for the Northwest Junior Golf Tour
PowerBilt and Puetz Golf sign on as scholarship sponsors for the Northwest Junior Golf Tour
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. – PowerBilt Golf has partnered with Puetz Golf in Seattle, Wash., to support the Northwest Junior Golf Tour by assisting the HB Foundation Scholarship Program. In an effort to recognize youngsters who have gone through the Northwest Junior golf program, college scholarships will be awarded to junior golfers based on their playing ability, academics, citizenship (community activities) and extracurricular activities (additional school activities)
PowerBilt Golf is looking to partner with junior tours and golf retailers that have contributed to their local markets. “We have set out to develop a community-driven program that helps golfers in their formative years,” says PowerBilt President Ross Kvinge. “This is why Northwest Junior Golf Tour and Puetz Golf are going to be outstanding partners with PowerBilt in the HB Foundation scholarship programs. We’re excited to have the opportunity to help grow the game of golf and assist junior golfers with their higher education costs.”
The scholarships, administered through the HB Foundation, will be awarded in the amount of $1,650 to six (6) individual high school seniors. Eligible students are those who participate in the Northwest Junior Golf Tour. Interested applicants can download an application and get more information by going to www.jrgt.com or www.thehbfoundation.org.
The Northwest Junior Tour, based at McCormick Woods Golf Course, is operated by PGA Professional Jeff Mehlert and is a not-for-profit group committed to helping youth, regardless of economic or social background, reach their potential through the great game of golf. “Our Junior Tour has always strived to make golf more accessible to junior golfers. The scholarship program is the next step in helping young golfers to not only improve their game, but succeed in life as well,” says Mehlert.
Both PowerBilt and Puetz Golf have demonstrated a commitment to developing junior golfers. For the past decade, PowerBilt has offered hi-tech junior clubs touted by many as the best on the market. For decades, Puetz Golf has operated junior clinics to help introduce youngsters to the game and hone their skills. “Teaming up to create a scholarship program takes our commitment to young golfers in our community to a new level,” says Mike Livingston, Puetz Golf General Manager.
For more information on PowerBilt Junior Equipment and the new PowerBilt Air Force One golf clubs, visit http://powerbilt.com.
PowerBilt is licensed in the U.S. by Plus One Sports, Inc. PowerBilt is a division of the Hillerich & Bradsby Co., a family-owned company which has been making golf clubs since 1916. Based in Louisville, Ky., H&B is also the maker of world-famous Louisville Slugger bats and Bionic gloves.
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. – PowerBilt Golf has partnered with Puetz Golf in Seattle, Wash., to support the Northwest Junior Golf Tour by assisting the HB Foundation Scholarship Program. In an effort to recognize youngsters who have gone through the Northwest Junior golf program, college scholarships will be awarded to junior golfers based on their playing ability, academics, citizenship (community activities) and extracurricular activities (additional school activities)
PowerBilt Golf is looking to partner with junior tours and golf retailers that have contributed to their local markets. “We have set out to develop a community-driven program that helps golfers in their formative years,” says PowerBilt President Ross Kvinge. “This is why Northwest Junior Golf Tour and Puetz Golf are going to be outstanding partners with PowerBilt in the HB Foundation scholarship programs. We’re excited to have the opportunity to help grow the game of golf and assist junior golfers with their higher education costs.”
The scholarships, administered through the HB Foundation, will be awarded in the amount of $1,650 to six (6) individual high school seniors. Eligible students are those who participate in the Northwest Junior Golf Tour. Interested applicants can download an application and get more information by going to www.jrgt.com or www.thehbfoundation.org.
The Northwest Junior Tour, based at McCormick Woods Golf Course, is operated by PGA Professional Jeff Mehlert and is a not-for-profit group committed to helping youth, regardless of economic or social background, reach their potential through the great game of golf. “Our Junior Tour has always strived to make golf more accessible to junior golfers. The scholarship program is the next step in helping young golfers to not only improve their game, but succeed in life as well,” says Mehlert.
Both PowerBilt and Puetz Golf have demonstrated a commitment to developing junior golfers. For the past decade, PowerBilt has offered hi-tech junior clubs touted by many as the best on the market. For decades, Puetz Golf has operated junior clinics to help introduce youngsters to the game and hone their skills. “Teaming up to create a scholarship program takes our commitment to young golfers in our community to a new level,” says Mike Livingston, Puetz Golf General Manager.
For more information on PowerBilt Junior Equipment and the new PowerBilt Air Force One golf clubs, visit http://powerbilt.com.
PowerBilt is licensed in the U.S. by Plus One Sports, Inc. PowerBilt is a division of the Hillerich & Bradsby Co., a family-owned company which has been making golf clubs since 1916. Based in Louisville, Ky., H&B is also the maker of world-famous Louisville Slugger bats and Bionic gloves.
Friday, February 25, 2011
HB Foundation and PowerBilt sign on as Scholarship sponsor
HB Foundation and PowerBilt sign on as Scholarship sponsor
for the Michigan PGA Junior Tour
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. – PowerBilt Golf will support the Michigan PGA section, with its Michigan PGA Junior Tour, by assisting the HB Foundation Scholarship Program. In an effort to recognize children that participate in the Michigan PGA Junior Tour presented by Lincoln and your Lincoln Dealer, college scholarships will be awarded to Junior golfers based on their playing ability, academics, citizenship (community activities), and extra-curricular activities (additional school activities)
Powerbilt Golf is looking forward to working with Junior Tours and partners that have contributed to their local market. “Powerbilt is excited to have the opportunity to help grow the game of golf and assist junior golfers with their higher education costs. We have set out to develop a community driven program and the Michigan PGA Section is an outstanding partner to develop these programs” says PowerBilt President Ross Kvinge.
The scholarships administered through the HB Foundation will be awarding (5) scholarships in the amount of $2,000 each this year to graduating seniors that are members of the Michigan PGA Junior Tour. “We are excited about this new opportunity as the scholarship program is a tremendous added value to our tour and a great benefit for the Juniors” says Justin Phillips, Tournament Director of the Michigan PGA. Interested applicants can download an application and get more information by going to www.michigan.pga.com or The HB Foundation site @ www.thehbfoundation.org.
“PowerBilt is excited to support the Michigan PGA, as the PGA Section and the Michigan community have supported PowerBilt for decades” says PowerBilt President Ross Kvinge. “In the past PowerBilt has had the opportunity to sponsor the PowerBilt Junior Tour in Michigan and it is a pleasure to have the opportunity to give back to the community once again with the help of the Michigan PGA Section”
PowerBilt’s commitment to junior golf currently encompasses manufacturing quality, game-improvement products to enhance the experience during their beginning years in golf. By supporting junior tours, PowerBilt Golf will be able to get more involved with junior golf, and help grow the game at the local level.
For more information on PowerBilt Junior Equipment and the new PowerBilt Air Force One golf clubs, visit http://powerbilt.com.
PowerBilt is licensed in the U.S. by Plus One Sports, Inc. PowerBilt is a division of the Hillerich & Bradsby Co., a family-owned company which has been making golf clubs since 1916. Based in Louisville, Ky., H&B is also the maker of world-famous Louisville Slugger bats and Bionic gloves.
for the Michigan PGA Junior Tour
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. – PowerBilt Golf will support the Michigan PGA section, with its Michigan PGA Junior Tour, by assisting the HB Foundation Scholarship Program. In an effort to recognize children that participate in the Michigan PGA Junior Tour presented by Lincoln and your Lincoln Dealer, college scholarships will be awarded to Junior golfers based on their playing ability, academics, citizenship (community activities), and extra-curricular activities (additional school activities)
Powerbilt Golf is looking forward to working with Junior Tours and partners that have contributed to their local market. “Powerbilt is excited to have the opportunity to help grow the game of golf and assist junior golfers with their higher education costs. We have set out to develop a community driven program and the Michigan PGA Section is an outstanding partner to develop these programs” says PowerBilt President Ross Kvinge.
The scholarships administered through the HB Foundation will be awarding (5) scholarships in the amount of $2,000 each this year to graduating seniors that are members of the Michigan PGA Junior Tour. “We are excited about this new opportunity as the scholarship program is a tremendous added value to our tour and a great benefit for the Juniors” says Justin Phillips, Tournament Director of the Michigan PGA. Interested applicants can download an application and get more information by going to www.michigan.pga.com or The HB Foundation site @ www.thehbfoundation.org.
“PowerBilt is excited to support the Michigan PGA, as the PGA Section and the Michigan community have supported PowerBilt for decades” says PowerBilt President Ross Kvinge. “In the past PowerBilt has had the opportunity to sponsor the PowerBilt Junior Tour in Michigan and it is a pleasure to have the opportunity to give back to the community once again with the help of the Michigan PGA Section”
PowerBilt’s commitment to junior golf currently encompasses manufacturing quality, game-improvement products to enhance the experience during their beginning years in golf. By supporting junior tours, PowerBilt Golf will be able to get more involved with junior golf, and help grow the game at the local level.
For more information on PowerBilt Junior Equipment and the new PowerBilt Air Force One golf clubs, visit http://powerbilt.com.
PowerBilt is licensed in the U.S. by Plus One Sports, Inc. PowerBilt is a division of the Hillerich & Bradsby Co., a family-owned company which has been making golf clubs since 1916. Based in Louisville, Ky., H&B is also the maker of world-famous Louisville Slugger bats and Bionic gloves.
Monday, February 21, 2011
PowerBilt Golf committed to junior golf
PowerBilt Golf committed to junior golf
2011 junior clubs unveiled; HB Foundation to donate $5 million in scholarships
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. – PowerBilt Golf continues to focus on the junior golf market in 2011. The company takes seriously its position as the best choice for junior golfers by continually advancing manufacturing quality and game-improvement products. Plus, through a partnership with the HB Foundation, PowerBilt is proud to offer a junior scholarship fund that will further enhance the experience for young golfers and help mold the stars of tomorrow.
The new junior clubs available this spring include sets for players as young as 3. “These clubs are definitely not toys, though,” says Ross Kvinge, president of PowerBilt’s U.S. operations. “More than a decade ago, PowerBilt helped to redefine the junior club market by making clubs that fit their style of play and are like the adult clubs they will eventually use.”
The materials are top-notch, with an oversized, hot-forged driver. All clubs are fitted with ultra-light, high-modulus and junior-flex graphite shafts. The box sets include age-appropriate configurations, starting with the Orange Series (for ages 3-5), which includes a 320 cc driver, wedge, putter, stand bag and head cover. The sets continue up through the Red Series (for ages 12+), which includes a 380 cc driver, 5 hybrid, 7 iron, wedge, putter, stand bag and two head covers. The irons feature an undercut cavity design, which helps enlarge the sweetspot and enhance club performance.
To further encourage these young golfers, PowerBilt has partnered with the HB Foundation to invest in the future of golf with a $5 million commitment to junior golf. The Foundation will donate up to 50 scholarships a year based on several criteria, including academic achievement, playing ability, community activities and extra-curricular activities.
“We want to encourage kids to enjoy golf,” according to Ross Kvinge, President of PowerBilt Golf. “And, with the junior scholarship fund, we can not only encourage them to play, but also help them get a college degree – two things in life that will help them learn self-confidence and persistence.”
The HB Foundation has pledged $5 million in scholarships over the next 10 years. The Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that coordinates with local junior golf associations to assist with golf programs. The Foundation aims to grow the game of golf and use the game of golf to enhance the quality of life of young people.
Plus One Sports, Inc., is the U.S. licensee of the PowerBilt brand. Club Pro Golf, Inc., is the exclusive distributor of Citation golf clubs in the U.S. PowerBilt is a division of the Hillerich & Bradsby Co., a family-owned company which has been making golf clubs since 1916. Based in Louisville Ky., H&B is also the maker of world-famous Louisville Slugger bats and Bionic gloves.
2011 junior clubs unveiled; HB Foundation to donate $5 million in scholarships
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. – PowerBilt Golf continues to focus on the junior golf market in 2011. The company takes seriously its position as the best choice for junior golfers by continually advancing manufacturing quality and game-improvement products. Plus, through a partnership with the HB Foundation, PowerBilt is proud to offer a junior scholarship fund that will further enhance the experience for young golfers and help mold the stars of tomorrow.
The new junior clubs available this spring include sets for players as young as 3. “These clubs are definitely not toys, though,” says Ross Kvinge, president of PowerBilt’s U.S. operations. “More than a decade ago, PowerBilt helped to redefine the junior club market by making clubs that fit their style of play and are like the adult clubs they will eventually use.”
The materials are top-notch, with an oversized, hot-forged driver. All clubs are fitted with ultra-light, high-modulus and junior-flex graphite shafts. The box sets include age-appropriate configurations, starting with the Orange Series (for ages 3-5), which includes a 320 cc driver, wedge, putter, stand bag and head cover. The sets continue up through the Red Series (for ages 12+), which includes a 380 cc driver, 5 hybrid, 7 iron, wedge, putter, stand bag and two head covers. The irons feature an undercut cavity design, which helps enlarge the sweetspot and enhance club performance.
To further encourage these young golfers, PowerBilt has partnered with the HB Foundation to invest in the future of golf with a $5 million commitment to junior golf. The Foundation will donate up to 50 scholarships a year based on several criteria, including academic achievement, playing ability, community activities and extra-curricular activities.
“We want to encourage kids to enjoy golf,” according to Ross Kvinge, President of PowerBilt Golf. “And, with the junior scholarship fund, we can not only encourage them to play, but also help them get a college degree – two things in life that will help them learn self-confidence and persistence.”
The HB Foundation has pledged $5 million in scholarships over the next 10 years. The Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that coordinates with local junior golf associations to assist with golf programs. The Foundation aims to grow the game of golf and use the game of golf to enhance the quality of life of young people.
Plus One Sports, Inc., is the U.S. licensee of the PowerBilt brand. Club Pro Golf, Inc., is the exclusive distributor of Citation golf clubs in the U.S. PowerBilt is a division of the Hillerich & Bradsby Co., a family-owned company which has been making golf clubs since 1916. Based in Louisville Ky., H&B is also the maker of world-famous Louisville Slugger bats and Bionic gloves.
Powerbilt and Haggin Oaks Team Up for Scholarship Program
NEWS RELEASE February 22, 2011
Powerbilt and Haggin Oaks Team Up for Scholarship Program
$10,000 to be awarded to junior golfers this year in Sacramento area
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. – PowerBilt, one of the most storied names in golf clubs, is teaming up with the legendary Haggin Oaks Golf Complex in Sacramento to create a scholarship program for young Northern Californian golfers. This year, five college scholarships of $2,000 each will be awarded to students in the Sacramento area.
“This is a great example of two heritage brands coming together to invest in the future of the game,” says Ross Kvinge, president of PowerBilt’s U.S. operations. “Both PowerBilt and Haggin Oaks have been around for the better part of the past century helping golfers of all types, from beginners to champions. With this scholarship program, we want to play a role in helping young golfers not only improve their game, but succeed in life as well.”
“We see this as an opportunity to give back to the game of golf,” says Ken Morton, Sr., the primary owner of Haggin Oaks. “Golf teaches sportsmanship, personal responsibility and perseverance. It also builds self-confidence. Through our scholarship program with PowerBilt, we believe we’re helping create the leaders of tomorrow on and off the golf course.”
The scholarships will be administered through the Morton Golf Foundation (Haggin Oaks) and the HB Scholarship Foundation (PowerBilt) and will be awarded to five individual high school seniors. Eligible students are those who’ve gone through any Northern California Golf Association, The First Tee of Greater Sacramento (SAY Golf) or high school golf programs. Students who have worked at a golf facility are also eligible. Interested applicants should contact Angie Dixon at (916) 784-7272 or jrtour@tftgs.org.
PowerBilt and Haggin Oaks have many things in common. Both are family-owned and have stood for excellence in golf for decades. PowerBilt is owned by the Hillerich & Bradsby Co., of Louisville, Ky., which has been making golf clubs since 1916. PowerBilt clubs have been used to win more the 100 PGA Tour events, including eight Majors. Haggin Oaks, founded in 1932, is run by the Morton family and is one of the country’s most renowned golf centers where many legends have played ranging from Sam Snead to Annika Sorenstam.
Both PowerBilt and Haggin Oaks have demonstrated a commitment to developing junior golfers. For the past decade, PowerBilt has offered hi-tech junior clubs touted by many as the best on the market. For decades, Haggin Oaks has run junior programs to help youngsters learn the game and hone their skills. “Teaming up to create a scholarship program takes our commitment to young golfers to a new level,” says Kvinge.
For more information on PowerBilt Junior Equipment and the new PowerBilt Air Force One golf clubs, visit http://powerbilt.com.
PowerBilt is licensed in the U.S. by Plus One Sports, Inc. PowerBilt is a division of the Hillerich & Bradsby Co., a family-owned company which has been making golf clubs since 1916. Based in Louisville, Ky., H&B is also the maker of world-famous Louisville Slugger bats and Bionic gloves.
PowerBilt Golf •72-370 Quarry Trail• Thousand Palms, CA 92276 • (888) 488-4653 • powerbilt.com Media contact •Bob Lauder •blauder@doeanderson.com• (502) 815-3367 office • (502) 403-9976 cell
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