Resources

Practical tools for serious golfers.

Checklists, assessments, and answers to the questions we hear most often — available to any player who needs them.

Checklist

Professional Transition Checklist

A comprehensive checklist covering every dimension of turning professional — financial readiness, legal structure, brand preparation, equipment and apparel, tour entry, and advisory team. Built for elite amateurs in the 12–24 months before they make the turn.

  • Financial runway assessment (minimum 24 months recommended)
  • Legal entity structure established
  • Bank accounts and financial systems in place
  • Tax advisor and accountant engaged
  • Equipment and apparel deal status reviewed
  • Agent or representative engaged or evaluated
  • Tour entry pathway identified and planned
  • Brand audit completed
  • Social media presence reviewed and optimised
  • Sponsor target list developed
  • Insurance coverage reviewed
  • Family and support structure plan in place

Checklist

Sponsor Readiness Checklist

Before approaching sponsors, every player should be able to answer a set of fundamental questions about their brand, their audience, and their value proposition. This checklist helps you assess your readiness and identify the gaps.

  • Clear personal brand statement articulated
  • Social media profiles complete and consistent
  • Follower and engagement metrics documented
  • Media coverage and press history compiled
  • Playing record and ranking history documented
  • Sponsor target list developed and prioritised
  • Sponsorship deck or one-pager prepared
  • Activation capacity assessed (time, willingness)
  • Exclusivity constraints from existing deals reviewed
  • Legal review process for new contracts in place

Assessment

Player Business Assessment

A structured self-assessment covering the key dimensions of your professional business — financial management, legal structure, brand health, contract portfolio, and advisory team. Use it to identify where you're strong and where you have gaps.

  • Do you have a legal entity (LLC, S-Corp, or equivalent) for your professional income?
  • Do you have a dedicated business bank account separate from personal finances?
  • Do you have a qualified accountant who understands professional athlete taxation?
  • Do you have a financial planner with experience in irregular income management?
  • Have all current contracts been reviewed by a qualified attorney?
  • Do you have a clear understanding of all exclusivity obligations across your contracts?
  • Do you have a documented brand positioning statement?
  • Do you have a consistent and active presence on at least one social platform?
  • Do you have a target list of sponsors you want to approach in the next 12 months?
  • Do you have a written career plan covering the next three to five years?
  • Do you have a transition plan for life after professional golf?

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions we hear most often from players and their families.

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