tgtt
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Remember when people said Titleist was dead when Rory left? That was funny.
I read a lot and never seen that one. On THP or elsewhere? I only remember folks saying it was a mistake for Rory.
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Remember when people said Titleist was dead when Rory left? That was funny.
Remember when people said Titleist was dead when Rory left? That was funny.
I'm not attacking anyone'e thoughts here. But when people mention that company A has the deepest staff, what are they looking at to come to that conclusion? Number of staffers? Wins? Previous Major winners? Youth?
I can assure you it does not hurt them. The average golfer has no idea what they have in their bag outside of what is on their staff bag or clothing. But they cant miss what golf ball is in their bag as its beaten to them repeatedly on every golf show, tournament, etc.
I read a lot and never seen that one. On THP or elsewhere? I only remember folks saying it was a mistake for Rory.
I read a lot and never seen that one. On THP or elsewhere? I only remember folks saying it was a mistake for Rory.
I personally think I could name more players club contracts than the ball contract they have. Most assume the player is gaming the ball of the club manufacturer. You have a good point that advertising plays a huge role, but more people are starting to watch online then ever before.
Anywhere. Dig up the rumor thread that Rory was leaving for Nike and there were quite a few Titleist is dying a slow death comments.
I'm not attacking anyone'e thoughts here. But when people mention that company A has the deepest staff, what are they looking at to come to that conclusion? Number of staffers? Wins? Previous Major winners? Youth?
If this were the case, one company would not own the ball marketshare they do. They do own that marketshare because almost every golfer in the world knows that more pros play titleist than any other ball.
And if they are starting to watch online (which is less than 1%), you will see the leaderboard pegged with the advertisement of every guy using that brand's balls. Nothing wrong with it mind you, but they have a goal and execute that goal.
I saw this as well. The question was raised as to why guys keep leaving. Money or other.
Anywhere. Dig up the rumor thread that Rory was leaving for Nike and there were quite a few Titleist is dying a slow death comments.
I saw this as well. The question was raised as to why guys keep leaving. Money or other.
I am always intrigued when they don't personally. That sticks out to me. As in, they have a deal with one company, but play another ball. If their equipment company makes balls anyways.
If this were the case, one company would not own the ball marketshare they do. They do own that marketshare because almost every golfer in the world knows that more pros play titleist than any other ball.
And if they are starting to watch online (which is less than 1%), you will see the leaderboard pegged with the advertisement of every guy using that brand's balls. Nothing wrong with it mind you, but they have a goal and execute that goal.
From my experience its both. Money will play a huge roll and a company that spends what they do on certain segments, will not also have the ability to shell out major star money.
Then add that there are a lot of golfers that believe in innovation/technology and think it happens fairly quickly.
Then add that many players like the louder marketing because it gives them a personal brand.
Then lastly add that they can double dip as some companies will allow them to still get paid by Titleist for the ball and use clubs elsewhere.
This is just our experiences learned based on a few dozen players however.
I don't really recall any HUGE signings by Titleist, other than when Geoff Ogilvy came over from Cobra shortly after winning the U.S. Open. Many of their current staff have been on staff forever it seems.
Are these players who have a club contract other then Titleist who game Titleist balls getting paid to use the ball or is it because they believe it is the best ball?
I dont know a single person playing a Titleist ball not getting paid. Does not mean there are not any, but I have not seen one.
Which to me is why the Jordan signing was so big.
agreed. They have some other good young talent too. Bud Cauley and Patrick Cantlay come to mind.
Which is why I love your knowledge. We love to toss around the fact that TaylorMade pays through the nose to get drivers in players bags. I know I hadn't heard this till you brought it up. Knowledge is power.
And Uhlein!!!!! Location: somewhere in Europe.
And I dont want to single out any brand. They all pay big money. If asked who pays the most for a single item, I would say Titleist for golf balls, but they all pay serious sponsor money. And frankly it works.