When it comes to product innovation, no sport outpaces golf. Protecting intellectual property is crucial for the industry and it’s why there have been more than 22,000 patents related to golf filed over the past four decades.

PGA TOUR Superstore is opening its 32nd location this month in Orlando and has tripled its store count across the U.S. in the past seven years.
So how big is the average PGA TOUR Superstore location?

Ledford talks about his time in the golf industry, Golf Pride’s history, evolution and approach, and the construction of the company’s new corporate headquarters in Pinehurst.

The NGF GOLF 100 was created to recognize and celebrate the most successful, influential and innovative companies, organizations and associations in golf.

There are 22 club, shaft, grip and ball companies in the NGF GOLF 100, the most representatives of any sector.