Golf fans of all abilities can register now
for the Unified Fore Joy ProAm
WASHINGTON, June 6, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics and modern golf
entertainment leader Topgolf will play host to the largest day
of inclusive golf in the world during the Unified Fore Joy ProAm on
Sept. 27. Golf fans of all abilities
will support and raise funds for Special Olympics programming at
thirty-one participating Topgolf venues located in the United States and United Kingdom.
Special Olympics and Topgolf will host the
Unified Fore Joy ProAm on September
27 in the US & UK.
"Teaming up with Topgolf further expands how Special Olympics
brings together people of all abilities," said Jon-Paul Saint Germain, Vice President of Sport
Development with Special Olympics International. "Topgolf and
Special Olympics are aligned in the shared knowledge that sport has
the power to forge friendships, create inclusive communities and
change lives. We are grateful that Topgolf has welcomed Special
Olympics golfers with access to their state of the art venues
providing them an unparalleled opportunity to improve their skills,
demonstrate their determination and courage while inspiring all of
us to strive to do our best."
Six-person teams in the U.S. and the United Kingdom can sign up now to
participate in the charitable event. Teams will then compete
against each other in a test of their Topgolf skills.
"Hosting an event of this scale all in an effort of supporting
Special Olympics is something truly special for us at Topgolf,"
said Tiffany Brush, Topgolf Senior
Director of Venue Marketing and Charitable Initiatives. "Topgolf's
mission is to make the game of golf more inclusive and open for
all. Joining forces with Special Olympics is for the Unified Fore
Joy ProAm is partnership that brings so much joy to our hearts as
we're seeing people around the globe join us in this effort."
In addition to the Unified Fore Joy ProAm, Topgolf locations in
the U.S. will continue to support Special Olympics through the
annual Giving Season Aug. 1 –
Sept. 30. Topgolf's 90 U.S. venues
will host their annual giving campaign, providing players the
opportunity to donate to Special Olympics by donating on their
check, purchasing a $5 Law
Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics Flame icon or
purchasing an exclusive Red Glove to donate $5 to Special Olympics.
On Aug. 3 and Sept. 7, Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR)
officers and department personnel will volunteer their time at
participating Topgolf locations to serve as celebrity waiters and
collect tips in support of their local Special Olympics athletes.
The LETR Tip-A-Cop® events will directly support local Special
Olympics Programs.
Special Olympics and Topgolf partnered to share the sport of
golf globally by establishing Topgolf as a sanctioned Special
Olympics Unified event. Special Olympics Unified
Sports® activities bring individuals with and without
intellectual disabilities together to train and compete on the same
team. Topgolf will provide access to 90+ Topgolf venues to Special
Olympics athletes, Unified partners and coaches for training and
competition.
Beginning this year, Topgolf will be the first branded, medaled
event in Special Olympics history. Special Olympics Topgolf
competitions will consist of individuals and Unified Sports® teams
competing in Topgolf's signature game.
Special Olympics and Topgolf are committed to working together
to increase participation in the sport of golf while demonstrating
the transformative power of inclusive sport for all.
About Topgolf
A Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp. (NYSE: MODG)
brand, Topgolf is the ultimate instigator of play. Thanks
to our 90+ venues around the globe, industry-leading Toptracer
technology, mobile games and app, we're leading the charge of
modern golf wherever our Players are. We offer a variety of
tech-driven games, a top-tier food and drink menu, and a vibe
focused on more play for all. Topgolf brands are on a mission to
enable Players to hit 50 billion golf balls between 2022 and 2025.
To learn more or make plans to come play around, visit
topgolf.com.
About Special Olympics
Founded in 1968, Special Olympics is a global movement to end
discrimination against people with intellectual disabilities. We
foster acceptance of all people through the power of sport and
programming in education, health and leadership. With nearly four
million athletes and Unified Sports® partners and one million
coaches and volunteers in more than 170 countries, Special Olympics
delivers more than 30 Olympic-type sports and nearly 50,000
games and competitions every year. Engage with us on: X, Facebook,
YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn. Learn more
at SpecialOlympics.org.
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