February 24, 2025 — Upper Deck Golf and PXG just launched a special hole-in-one challenge last week at the season opening event at Daikin Park, home of the Houston Astros. Sure enough, a participant named Tanner Galatian hit a perfect shot from 97-yards right into the hole to win an incredible prize package that includes a full custom PXG fitting and a 14-club bag of custom PXG clubs.
Galatian, 33 and a 12-handicap from Houston, said, “My first shot I hit a 52° wedge and it went long. Then, for my next shot, I changed to a 56° wedge and hit it slightly long, but was able to spin it back, and it went in the hole! When I saw it go in, the spectators and my buddy behind me started cheering that I made a hole-in-one, which is the first I’ve ever made. Currently, I use another manufacturer’s equipment and I am looking forward to stepping my game up with some new PXG clubs. I had a blast at Upper Deck Golf today!”
Upper Deck Golf Managing Partner Marc Bender said, “this hole-in-one challenge was months of planning with our new partner PXG and we had no idea how long it would take to see a hole-in-one winner. To have it happen on the second day after launching is both surreal and fantastic and we could not be more excited for Tanner. This is a very generous and valuable prize donated from PXG and we are most appreciative for the partnership.”
Upper Deck Golf fellow Managing Partner Adam Wachter added, "I was at the event with my twin 12-year old boys who are passionate golfers. We participated in the PXG hole-in-one challenge and were reminded how hard it is to make a hole-in-one. The fact Tanner stepped up and made one on his second shot is incredible. Congrats to him on a great shot!”
Leela Brennan, VP of Brand Communications & Engagement at PXG, expressed her enthusiasm about the partnership with Upper Deck Golf, stating, “We're thrilled to be part of these special golf events. The unique challenges and stadium settings, combined with PXG's game-changing golf clubs and balls, truly empower players to experience the game like never before. It was fun witnessing the action firsthand last week at Daikin Park. A huge congratulations to Tanner on his hole-in-one; we eagerly look forward to custom fitting him at PXG Houston and seeing how our clubs can elevate his performance on the course."
Upper Deck Golf events allow fans to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime stadium golf engagement. Those lucky enough to snag tickets to the typically sold-out events will see their favorite stadiums set up in a unique way and play golf like never before, with PXG clubs and golf balls, from the upper decks, with no screaming fans.
Throughout the season, Upper Deck Golf’s participants will have a chance to swing PXG golf clubs on every hole and at every featured activation throughout the stadium experience. Driver to putter, Upper Deck Golf will be equipped with PXG clubs for golfers of all skill levels so guests can enjoy the game like never before.
For more information about Upper Deck Golf and its tour schedule, or to book a tee time, visit UpperDeckGolf.com.
To learn more about PXG, its equipment, and apparel, visit www.PXG.com.
ABOUT UPPER DECK GOLF
Upper Deck Golf is a entertainment leader that offers participants the chance to play 9 holes inside iconic MLB, NFL and College Stadiums throughout the country. Sports fans have the unique opportunity to see stadiums like they never have before with a limited number of tickets available for each event, most sell-out early and fans have a chance to hit golf shots onto the field from every angle throughout the stands with shots ranging from 50-140 yards. Beyond that, there are many special contests offered at each event including long drive, closest to the pin and a putting challenge. Upper Deck Golf’s official charity partner is Stand up to Cancer.
ABOUT PARSONS XTREME GOLF
Founded by entrepreneur and self-proclaimed golf nut Bob Parsons, PXG embodies his belief that every new product – from golf clubs to sport fashion apparel – should be markedly better. Every innovation should noticeably improve your performance. And every moment of impact should elevate your enjoyment.
Today, PXG offers a complete lineup of right- and left-handed golf clubs, including drivers, fairway woods, hybrids, irons, wedges, and putters, engineered to be custom fit and built to every golfer's unique specification. The company also designs and delivers high-performance golf and lifestyle apparel and accessories.
PXG's professional staff includes Christiaan Bezuidenhout, Eric Cole, Jake Knapp, Patrick Fishburn, Zach Johnson, David Lipsky, Henrik Norlander, Chad Ramey, Mason Andersen, Cristobal Del Solar, Patrick Cover, Brandon Crick, Seth Reeves, Augusto Nunez, Paul Barjon, Sebastian Cappelen, Kevin Dougherty, Ryan McCormick, Scott Gutschewski, Shad Tuten, Joey Garber, Nathan Petronzio, Grant Hirschman, Celine Boutier, Linnea Strom, Mina Harigae, Auston Kim, Gina Kim, Megan Khang, Minji Kang, Kaitlin Milligan, and Christina Kim.
Contact: Marc Bender, managing partner, Upper Deck Golf, bender@upperdeckgolfing.com.
Contact: Leela Brennan, VP of Communications, PXG, press@pxg.com.