PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Callaway Golf Apparel, a division of Ashworth Inc., one of the most successful golf apparel brands, has become the newest supporting sponsor of Golf Retirement Plus™ .

In 2002, Callaway Golf teamed with Ashworth Inc., the No. 1 apparel brand in the game, and re-launched the Callaway Golf apparel line. The joint effort resulted in the most successful and largest launch of any apparel brand in the golf industry.

During the past five years, the brand has continued to evolve and expand into many distribution channels and offer a wide range of styles that capture the spirit of the golfing lifestyle.

"The PGA of America is proud to welcome Callaway Golf Apparel into our family of outstanding companies which make up Golf Retirement Plus," said PGA of America President Brian Whitcomb. "The Callaway Golf name is synonymous with the highest level of quality and service, and it is no surprise that Callaway Golf Apparel has elevated itself to the top in presenting consumers the best product choices available."

Innovation, superior design and attention to detail are inherent to the values of the Callaway Golf Company. Callaway takes pride in the knowledge that everything produced is of the very highest quality right down to the last stitch. From the very latest in modern fashion to the finest craftsmanship and fabrication, the Callaway Collection offers unique look and feel to compliment the consumer's active lifestyle.

"The PGA Professional is the heart and soul of our industry," said Tim Urlocker, Callaway Golf Apparel Director of Sales. "Callaway Golf Apparel is honored to raise our commitment to the PGA Professional by partnering with The PGA of America in Golf Retirement Plus."

Founded in 1997, Golf Retirement Plus™ is a supplemental retirement program for PGA Professionals and apprentices, GCSAA Superintendents, and CMAA Club Managers, which allows them to make their own contributions or have their employers contribute to their Golf Retirement Plus™ account on their behalf. PGA Professionals may also earn personal incentives by participating in 48 Retirement Plus™ Sponsor Programs.

The PGA of America is the world's largest working sports organization, comprised of 28,000 men and women golf Professionals who are the recognized experts in growing, teaching and managing the game of golf while serving millions of people throughout its 41 PGA Sections nationwide. Since its founding in 1916, The PGA of America has enhanced its leadership position in a $62 billion-a-year industry by growing the game of golf through its premier spectator events, world-class education and training programs, significant philanthropic outreach initiatives, and award-winning golf promotions. Today's PGA Professional is the public's link to the game, serving an essential role in the operation of golf facilities throughout the country.