Morgan Pressel grabs LPGA Tour Membership and Callaway Endorsement
Business, LPGA December 20th, 2005
It looks like Morgan Pressel, 17 year-old golfer, is having a pleasant week. After being denied LPGA membership for being a minor, she was granted an exception and given full membership, adding another teen golfer to the Tour.
However, on Monday LPGA commissioner Carolyn Bivens called the 17-year-old to say an exception had been made.
Shortly afterwards, it was announced that Callaway Golf was signing her to a multi-year contract to play with and endorse their golf equipment.
“I am really proud to be associated with Callaway Golf,” said Pressel, 17, who had a number of Callaway clubs in her bag prior to turning professional and signing with IMG on November 17. “I truly believe Callaway Golf is the best golf equipment company to help me become a better golfer and reach my goal of becoming No. 1 in the world. To be on the same team with Annika Sorenstam, the best player in the world, is a great thrill, and I know she would never settle for anything that wasn’t the best. Callaway is synonymous with breakthrough technology in golf clubs and golf balls, and they have the best reputation for service on the tours. I look forward to a great partnership for a long time.”
This is all very impressive for a young woman who hasn’t even finished high-school yet. Of course, we can’t forget that Michelle Wei, who just turned 16 in October, is in the same boat.
You can read the full press release from Callaway at CNN Matthews.



