Weatherford Capital and Bolt Ventures Invest in Arnold Palmer Junior Golf Tour
Weatherford Capital has announced an investment in the Arnold Palmer Junior Golf Tour (APJGT) in partnership with Bolt Ventures, the family office of David Blitzer. The tour is a national platform created by merging the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour and the Texas Junior Golf Tour, designed to provide year-round competitive opportunities for golfers aged 8 to 18. The investment aligns with Weatherford Capital's 'Sports Continuum' strategy, which targets growth across youth, collegiate, and professional sports. The tour plans to expand its footprint significantly, aiming to host nearly 400 tournaments nationwide in 2027. This move capitalizes on the rapid growth of junior golf, a segment that has seen a 48% increase in participation since 2019.
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