Veterans

TRUE linkswear Patriot Pack Collaboration with PGA HOPE

Joanne Miller July 1, 2025

Golf News

Red, White, and Blue Patriot Pack features Lux² Player, All Day Ripstop V2, and FS Slide

TACOMA, WASHINGTON – TRUE linkswear (TRUE), creator of ultra-comfortable modern golf footwear designed for walking on and off the course, is proud to announce a collaboration with PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere), the flagship military program of the PGA of America REACH Foundation, to celebrate its work with Veterans’ and Active Duty Military service members, generate more awareness of the program through TRUE’s new Patriot Pack offering of red-white-and-blue themed footwear.

PGA HOPE introduces golf to Veterans and Active-Duty Military to enhance their physical, mental, social and emotional well-being. In 2024, more than 17,000 Veterans were served, with the help of more than 550 programs located in all 50 states. More than 50,000 Veterans have been impacted by PGA HOPE since the inception of the program in 2015.

Led by PGA of America Golf Professionals trained in adaptive golf and military cultural competency, PGA HOPE is introducing and teaching golf through a six- to eight-week curriculum while creating a path forward for thousands of Veterans and active-duty service members to learn and enjoy the game. PGA HOPE has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which enables direct referrals to the PGA HOPE program as a form of therapy, and is proud to serve communities in all 50 States.

The launch of TRUE’s limited-edition Patriot Pack allows the footwear and apparel brand to use its reach and platform to help amplify the impact of PGA HOPE.

“The work PGA HOPE does in communities all across the country is inspiring and vital and one of the truly impactful ways that the PGA of America is using golf to enrich and empower our military heroes,” said TRUE Vice President of Sales Adam Minnich. “It’s an honor for TRUE to play a small role in shining some light on the thriving community that has been brought together by this important initiative.”

The TRUE linkswear Patriot Pack features three TRUE’s latest golf shoe models: the Lux² Player, All Day Ripstop V2, and FS Slide. The Lux²Player features a predominantly white upper with navy accents around the heel and collar, complemented by red details on the laces. The Ripstop V2 has navy detailing around the laces, heel, and toe box accented with an anchoring red tread underfoot. The FS Slide is a bold Claret Red. Each shoe features a soaring eagle logo on the insole.

“It’s an honor to collaborate with TRUE linkswear to further amplify PGA HOPE’s mission to change Veterans’ and Active Duty Military Service Members’ lives through the power of golf,” said Marine Corps Veteran and PGA HOPE Military & Veteran Liaison Chris Nowak.

The TRUE linkswear Patriot Pack will go live on TRUElinkswear.com on July 4.

ABOUT THE LIMITED-EDITION PATRIOT PACK RELEASE:

Lux² Player: Lux² Player is a high-performance, spiked golf shoe is flexible, but stable where it counts. Naturally wide, comfortable beyond reason, a marriage between TRUEs iconic fit and feel, and the performance benefits made possible by the latest generation spiked FlexBolt outsole. Color stories: red/white/blue, and a red insole Eagle logo, Men’s 7 – 12.5 (half sizes), 13, 14, and 15, MSRP $219

All Day Ripstop V2

Designed to keep you moving, from the fairway to when you stray off course and into the wild. The Ripstop V2 is designed to keep you warm and dry on cold, wet days while remaining breathable and comfortable on warmer days thanks to its all-season design and temperature regulating premium wool liner. Color stories: red/white/blue, and a red insole Eagle logo, Men’s 7 – 12.5 (half sizes), 13, 14, and 15, MSPR $219

FS Slide

The solution to post-round leisure has a new twist. This modern mule is an ode to patriotism as a primarily red shoe with an Eagle logo. Men’s 7 – 12.5 (half sizes), 13, 14, and 15, MSPR $219.

Learn more at TRUElinkswear.com.

About PGA HOPE

PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) is the flagship military program of the PGA of America REACH Foundation, the 501(c)(3) charitable foundation of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE introduces golf to Veterans and Active Duty Military to enhance their physical, mental, social and emotional well-being. For more information, visit PGAREACH.org, follow @PGAHOPE on Instagram, X, and find us on Facebook.

About TRUE linkswear
TRUE crafts naturally comfortable gear ready to perform from the links to the streets. As a collective, we aim to inspire each other to achieve camaraderie, wellness and purpose in the pursuit of par. We’re a group of family and friends dedicated to sharing our passion and excitement for footwear and the game of golf with like-minded players. Born amid the rugged golf landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, we use only the finest and responsibly sourced materials to protect golfers from the elements and help them #enjoythewalk.

In keeping with its global ethos, TRUE’s current footwear portfolio includes five core designs: ORIGINALS (OG), TOUR PERFORMANCE (LUX), FUTURE STAPLES (FS), ALL DAY (AD), AND ASCENT (A+). Each design is focused on sustainability, performance and comfort with a modern, minimalist aesthetic appealing to professional golfers, dedicated amateurs, avid recreational players, and new golfers alike. For more information on all of the new TRUE products, visit www.truelinkswear.com.

Press release by: Kevin Frisch PR

2024 PGA Show Celebrates PGA Hope Day!

Ted Odorico January 28, 2024

Golf News

The 2024 PGA Show once again was a great success. It was especially successful in it’s recognition of all the veterans who have made sacrifices defending their country. The PGA Hope of America showcased at this years show, was recognized on Day 2 at this year’s PGA Show.

While PGA HOPE, the flagship military program of PGA REACH, occupied the spotlight on Thursday, the second day of the 2024 PGA Show was very busy, with a full schedule of PGA Education Conference seminars, presentations and panel discussions on five show floor stages, 10 specialty pavilions housing special events and special exhibitors, and a handful of celebrities again on the PGA Show floor as more than 1,000 companies showed off their latest products and innovations.

“The PGA Show usually slows down a bit on the second day, but it seemed to be just as busy as opening day today,” observed Jennifer Bermingham, PGA of America Director of Development for Invited Clubs in Irving, Texas (formerly Club Corp.). “I take in a lot of the education seminars and presentations every year at the PGA Show, and this year some of the most educational presentations have been on the PGA Industry Stage. Each panel discussion has the foremost experts and each is a new learning experience.”

“It’s nice to see such great energy back at the PGA Show,” said Jeff Leonard, PGA Director of Golf at The Club at Cheval in Tampa, Florida, who is attending his 20^th PGA Show. “I’m here to see what’s new on the technology side of golf, but I have also discovered several new companies that I haven’t seen before. It has been very productive.”

On the business side of the PGA Show Thursday, Tifosi Optics Marketing Director Henk Van Dongen was writing orders at a record pace. “We wrote as much business yesterday as we did all three days last year, and it has been equal or better than that today,” said Van Dongen. “My background is in auto shows, but the PGA Show has surpassed all of our auto shows from a sales standpoint. The traffic has been phenomenal.”

Thursday’s activities concluded with the PGA Show Winter Jam concert, supported by adidas and Corebridge Financial and headlined by country music star Jake Owen in a new concert lounge in Hall E of the Orange County Convention Center. The concert served as a fundraiser for PGA REACH and PGA HOPE, while honoring PGA HOPE Ambassadors and PGA Professionals who host PGA HOPE programs.

To learn more visit: PGA HOPE

Military Appreciation Month

Ted Odorico May 1, 2023

Golf News

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
May 1, 2023

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On Course Foundation Kicks Off Annual Fundraising Campaign
During Military Appreciation Month

(ORLANDO, Fla.) – On Course Foundation kicked off its annual fundraising campaign during Military Appreciation Month (May), prompting wounded, injured and sick veterans to use golf as a vehicle for physical and mental recovery, and harvest newfound confidence into careers in golf.

Corporate and individual contributions are earmarked to expand On Course Foundation’s impact across America. The organization currently conducts free educational programs in 15 regional markets for Service men and women develop golf business and golf playing skills.

Apollo Global Management, Barclays, Charles Schwab, CSX, , , Callaway, Clubessential and Summit Golf Brands are among the On Course Foundation sponsors saluting the military, the game of golf and vastly improving lives which otherwise would have spiraled downward.

“Golf is a powerful tool during the rehab process and for a lifetime,” says John Simpson, Founder and Chairman of On Course Foundation. “There are countless psychological and physical difficulties in assimilating back into society, and golf eases transformations into productive family, professional, social, financial and athletic lives.”

Thousands of On Course Foundation members have benefited from the organization’s golf education and career services. Exhibiting profound changes of character, they are placed in full-and part-time jobs with, , Invited, Marriott Golf, TaylorMade Golf, Topgolf Callaway Brands, and TPC Network , as well as at golf courses, country clubs and resorts coast to coast.

Many On Course Foundation “members” never picked up a golf club before introduction to the organization. Through sheer determination, they often achieve single-digit handicaps and qualify for the annual Simpson Cup pitting U.K. and U.S. team in Ryder Cup-style matches. The 2023 edition will be played August 28-31 at Royal Lytham and St. Annes Golf Club.

A poignant video about On Course Foundation and the Simpson Cup, produced by Charles Schwab, is here.

In 1999, Congress designed May as Military Appreciation Month, a time to pause to remember the sacrifice and service of past and present members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marines, Space Force and National Guard. May also marks Military Spouse Appreciation Day and Armed Forces Day. There are more than 4.5 million wounded, injured and sick Service people in the U.S.

About On Course Foundation

With offices in Orlando and London, On Course Foundation helps wounded, injured and sick military veterans use golf to facilitate their transitions back into society. Founded in 2010 by John Simpson – former business manager to Nick Faldo, Vijay Singh, Bernhard Langer, Nick Price and winners of 17 major tournaments – the organization breathes newfound confidence into more than 2,000 members. Education focuses on myriad facets of embarking on a career in golf with part- and full-time job placements at top golf companies, golf courses, clubs and resorts. Many members were first introduced to golf by On Course Foundation where they learned playing skills, overcoming lost limbs, mobility, mental acuity and other physical and psychological debilitation. On Course Foundation’s pinnacle event is the annual Simpson Cup that pits 13-person teams from the U.S. and U.K. against one another in Ryder Cup-style matches with many competitors amazingly carrying low, single-digit handicaps.

More information: oncoursefoundationusa.org, info@oncoursefoundationusa.org, 407.529.2674