Blackpool-based global sports technology distributor Second Chance Ltd has partnered with Samsung to distribute an exclusive new range of GPS golf watches in Europe.
The Galaxy Watch Golf Edition and Galaxy Watch Active2 Golf Edition offer all the capabilities and functions of Samsung’s existing Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Watch Active2 with the addition of the Smart Caddie App, which comes pre-installed and with a lifetime premium subscription worth £76. The app provides real-time information to help users elevate their performance on the course.
Dan Brizell, Samsung’s Head of Sales for UK & Ireland, said: “We are pleased to be partnering with Second Chance, who are an experienced European sports technology distributor, especially within the golf industry, where they possess great insight, relationships and partnerships. We look forward working closely together and forging new relationships and pathways for both business in the many months and years to come.”
Second Chance Ltd is a leading European sports technology distributor. Specialising in golf, cycling and connected sports technology. From contract and margin negotiations, to warehouse logistics and multilingual customer service, through to product sales and marketing channels, Second Chance connect brands to leading retailers, schools and institutions in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Patrick Daniels, Managing Director of Second Chance, which also distributes products for GolfBuddy, Zepp and PuttOUT, added: “This is exciting news for both Samsung and Second Chance. We are delighted to be working so closely with the world’s leading technology brand that possesses products which are packed with genuinely useful smart features, opening up the benefit of fresh technology in the golfing industry.”
The Galaxy Watch Golf Edition comes preloaded with 40,000 course maps, offering full-colour aerial shots, and distances to the front, middle and back of greens from the players angle of approach. It also offers shot tracking and a digital scorecard. It has a touch-sensitive screen and a rotating bezel for easy access to calls, emails, and other notifications. It is 46mm thick and comes in silver with a black rubber strap. (RRP £359)
Galaxy Watch Golf Active2 Golf Edition comes in a lightweight, sporty, aluminium body, with an exclusively developed watch face and two size and colour options — 44mm with an Aqua Black strap, and 40mm with Pink Gold strap. It features a rotating touch bezel to advance screens so users can easily select their favourite apps. (RRP £339).
Both products are available now from www.samsung.com/uk/galaxy-golf-edition, Amazon and selected retailers.