Myrtle Beach, SC – Ultimate Long Drive, Inc. (ULD™), the global leader in long drive golf competitions, is excited to announce a groundbreaking exclusive territorial license agreement with TeeTime Ventures, India’s premier provider of indoor and outdoor golfing and multi-sport recreation solutions. This strategic partnership will introduce ULD’s proven USA League and Championship Series format to India, opening up new opportunities for golfers and athletes of all ages and skill levels to engage in thrilling long drive events.
This collaboration represents a key step in ULD’s ambitious international expansion. Since our founding in 2017 (originally as Amateur Long Drive™), we’ve built a robust platform that includes professional, amateur, valor, and adaptive divisions, with categories spanning from youth (7U) to seniors (85+). Our North American Tour and sanctioned events in countries like Canada, Japan, Europe, Mexico, South Africa, and Zimbabwe have drawn thousands of participants each year, promoting inclusivity and top-tier competition. Now, we’re bringing that same energy to India, a market ripe with potential for growth in recreational and competitive golf.
TeeTime Ventures: Pioneers in Golf Innovation
Headquartered in Bengaluru and founded by Hari Natarajan in 2014, TeeTime Ventures has established itself as a trailblazer in golf simulation and recreational infrastructure. With over 80 installations of indoor golf and multi-sport facilities across India and Sri Lanka—including their own studios like Golfer’s Edge in Bengaluru and Chennai—the company specializes in cutting-edge solutions such as AI-powered simulators like the ProTee VX. This expertise makes them the ideal partner to integrate ULD’s dynamic long drive format into India’s golfing ecosystem, from community tournaments to corporate events.
Voices from the Partnership
“We are thrilled to partner with TeeTime Ventures to bring the excitement of long drive golf to India, a market with immense potential for growth in recreational and competitive sports,” said Jeff Gilder, Founder & CEO of Ultimate Long Drive, Inc. “Our championship series format has proven successful in building vibrant leagues and events worldwide, and this exclusive agreement will empower TeeTime Ventures to replicate that success, making long drive accessible to players from beginners to professionals.”
Hari Natarajan, Founder of TeeTime Ventures and Co-founder of Golfer’s Edge, echoed the enthusiasm: “This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to revolutionize golf and multi-sport experiences in India. By adopting ULD’s renowned format, we can offer authentic, high-energy competitions that blend our cutting-edge indoor and outdoor solutions with the thrill of long drive.”
Bharath Arvind, Head of Marketing at TeeTime Ventures and Co-founder of Golfer’s Edge, added: “We’re excited to launch leagues and championships that will inspire a new generation of athletes and enhance the golfing landscape in the country. We will also be introducing the ULD Academy to India to help further train athletes for the speed required for long drive competitions.”
What’s Next for Long Drive in India
Under the agreement, TeeTime Ventures will organize licensed ULD territories and events, including local qualifiers, regional tours, and national championships. These will follow ULD’s established guidelines, incorporate our world ranking points system, and provide pathways for participants to qualify for international ULD competitions. The first league events are slated to kick off later this year, connecting India’s emerging long drive community to the global stage.
To support this initiative, AJ Gohil, based in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, has been appointed as the ULD Tour Commissioner for India. In this role, AJ will act as the primary liaison between Ultimate Long Drive, Inc. and TeeTime Ventures, overseeing strategic planning, compliance, communication, and operational guidance.
About TeeTime Ventures
TeeTime Ventures is India’s leading provider of indoor and outdoor golf simulators, virtual gaming, and multi-sport recreation solutions. Focused on innovation and accessibility, the company designs and installs custom facilities for residential, commercial, and corporate clients from its Bengaluru base. Learn more at teetimeventures.com.
Stay tuned to Ultimate Long Drive for updates on this exciting expansion and upcoming events in India!