Sascha Günther
Partner
Vice Golf
Key facts
Playing golf
70m+
people worldwide
Revenues
80%
generated in the USA
Topline CAGR
>40%
between FY18 and FY21
Vice Golf has successfully disrupted the golf ball market by offering premium golf balls at significantly lower price points than comparable products through its D2C-first (‘direct-to-consumer’) business model and innovative social media marketing.
30-50% discount
vs traditional
performance brands
A strong track record of profitable growth
Vice Golf has a strong track record of profitable growth with >40% top-line CAGR between FY18 and FY21 at ~20% EBITDA margin.
Our investment
Oakley’s investment in Vice Golf is another example of our ability to leverage our wider network and reputation to form long-lasting partnerships with successful entrepreneurs.
We acquired the business in May 2022 and are partnering with the Vice Golf team including co-founders Ingo Düllmann and Rainer Stöckl to accelerate the business’ growth, product diversification strategy and internationalisation.
Vice enjoys high barriers to entry due to its exclusive access to superior patent-protected production and strong brand equity.
We were attracted to Oakley's successful record of partnering with disruptive brands and founders. And as business founders, Oakley's entrepreneurial heritage particularly appealed to us.
Ingo Düllmann & Rainer Stöckl
Co-Founders — Vice Golf
Market dynamics
Golf is a centuries-old sport that has proven its enduring appeal and stability through economic cycles and today is played by c.70 million players across the globe. The sport has become more popular in recent years with data showing players are getting younger and playing more rounds, amidst a shift to healthy living and flexible working.
Team
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