Next Round Expands Partnership with Club Champion to Complete Global Rollout

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 6, 2026

Next Round becomes the only golf trade-in service operating in all four global golf markets, partnering with trusted, established resale experts in each region to get quality pre-owned clubs into golfers' hands

RICHMOND, VA. — Next Round, a leading trade-in platform powering upgrades for pro shops, club fitters and retailers worldwide, and Club Champion, the nation’s leading premium club fitting and building company, recently announced the expansion of their partnership into the United Kingdom, completing Next Round's integration across every Club Champion market worldwide. The UK launch is powered by Next Round's new partnership with Golf Clubs 4 Cash, one of the UK's largest buyers and sellers of pre-owned golf equipment, and marks the completion of Next Round's global network of local trade-in partners.

Andrea Giustozzi, Director of Operations for Club Champion UK, expressed excitement about growing the partnership with Next Round in the UK. “Our mission is to help golfers improve in any way they can, and an easy way of trading in used clubs is just what they need to upgrade their equipment,” Giustozzi noted. “Next Round is the ideal partner because they offer a simple process and give our customers peace of mind”.

With the UK launch, Next Round's trade-in program is now available across Club Champion's international footprint of more than 160 fitting studios spanning the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia, giving golfers around the world a seamless way to trade in their current equipment and upgrade into custom-fit clubs.

"The UK launch marks an exciting milestone for our global partnership with Club Champion," said Steve Stoloff, Founder & CEO of Next Round. "With Next Round now powering trade-in across every Club Champion market, we've created a truly global solution that makes it easier than ever for golfers to unlock value from the clubs they already own.”

Rather than competing with regional resale specialists, Next Round brokers traded-in equipment to established industry allies in each market with partners who know their local golfers, their local demand, and how to get quality pre-owned clubs back into play. In the U.S., trade-ins flow through Next Round's own operations; in the UK and Canada, equipment is distributed to Golf Clubs 4 Cash and Rebound Equipment, respectively; and in Australia, Next Round resells through its own channel, Next Round Australia.

"Our partnership with Next Round Golf has been a game-changer for us at Rebound Equipment,” said Ryan Quirk, Director of Retail Operations at Rebound Equipment. “This incredible opportunity has not only allowed us to build one of the largest selections of quality used golf clubs in the region, but it has also played a major role in the growth that made opening our second Peterborough location possible. We're excited to continue helping golfers across Canada find great clubs at an even better price."

Next Round’s growth extends beyond the club fitters and resale to also help support the game's future. Proceeds from the trade-in program have contributed toward a lifetime donation commitment of $250,000 to First Tee, helping fund programs that use golf to build confidence, character, and leadership skills in young people nationwide.

About Club Champion 

Club Champion is the globe’s most prominent name in custom club fitting and building services. Established in 2010, there are now more than 150 Club Champion locations internationally, including studios in Canada, the UK, and Australia. Each US studio offers golfers access to over 65 brands and more than 65,000 hittable head and shaft combinations. Club Champion has solidified their position at the top of the industry through comprehensive Tour-level fittings, unrivaled club building, and the use of top-tier technology. The company is headquartered in Willowbrook, IL and boasts more than 400 employees, including hundreds of the most highly trained Master Fitters in the world. For more information about Club Champion, visit clubchampion.com.

About Next Round 

Founded in Richmond, Virginia, Next Round provides high-quality, gently used golf equipment and turnkey trade-in programs that make upgrading clubs seamless, convenient, and rewarding for golfers and facilities alike. The company’s industry-leading operations minimize staff hassle, enhance the member experience, and support golf facilities. Beyond creating value for golfers and pro shops, Next Round is committed to growing the game by supporting organizations such as First Tee and PGA HOPE, helping make golf more accessible to players of all ages and abilities. Each trade-in advances this mission, while giving clubs a second life, reducing landfill waste and promoting a more sustainable future, combining social impact, environmental responsibility, and industry innovation.