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Golf media company Pro Shop raises $24M in Series B led by Arthur Blank's family office, Causeway Partners, and Ares Capital to expand content and live events.

PRIVATEOct 05, 2026

Amount Raised

$24 Million

Round Type

Series B

EventsSports

Investors

Powerhouse CapitalPGA of AmericaAres CapitalCauseway PartnersArthur Blank's family office

Description

Pro Shop, a golf media company founded in 2023, has closed a $24 million Series B funding round led by Arthur Blank's family office, with participation from Causeway Partners and Ares Capital. Returning investors including PGA of America and Powerhouse Capital also participated in the round. The company plans to expand its content franchises, including Dan On Golf and The Vanity Index Podcast, while investing in talent and programming. Pro Shop will also focus on expanding live events and real-world experiences for golf fans, building on recent successes including Netflix productions and The Skins Game on Prime Video.

Company Information

Company

Pro Shop

About

Pro Shop is a golf media company founded in 2023 by Joe Purzycki and Chad Mumm that produces scripted content, docuseries, podcasts, and live programming for golf enthusiasts. The company acquired the PGA Tour's digital and social media brand Skratch and co-produces Netflix originals including Happy Gilmore 2 and Full Swing. Pro Shop operates a dedicated studio and creates branded content franchises like Dan On Golf and The Vanity Index Podcast while expanding into live events and experiential golf programming.

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Timeline to next round
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