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Texas-Based Escalante Golf Secures Foothold in Ireland and Scotland with GreenGolfBall Acquisition

23 June, 2026

FORT WORTH, TEXAS & DUBLIN, IRELAND - Escalante Golf, a premier boutique owner and operator of luxury golf properties, has announced the strategic acquisition of GreenGolfBall Ltd., an Ireland-based golf tour operator specializing in bespoke travel experiences.

The acquisition marks a major milestone for the Fort Worth-based firm, significantly expanding its international footprint and reinforcing its strategy of investing in high-end, experiential golf businesses.

Capturing the World's Iconic Fairways

For 25 years, GreenGolfBall has built a reputation as a highly trusted, premier golf travel service provider across Ireland, Scotland, Great Britain, and other bucket-list destinations. The tour operator is widely recognized for its deep local expertise and its ability to secure exclusive access to many of the world's most famous golf courses and luxury resorts.

According to Escalante officials, the capital and resources backing the partnership will allow GreenGolfBall to accelerate its growth plans, scale up its product offerings across the UK and Europe, and deepen critical network relationships across North America.

"Ireland and Scotland represent two of the most important and iconic golf destinations in the world," said David McDonald, President and Partner at Escalante Golf. "GreenGolfBall has established itself as a trusted and highly respected operator with deep relationships throughout the industry and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding experiences. This acquisition provides Escalante Golf with an exciting platform to expand our international footprint while strengthening our connection to the global golf traveler".

Seamless Integration for Travelers

For golf travelers and industry partners worried about corporate disruption, both companies confirmed that GreenGolfBall's core setup will remain entirely intact.

  • Brand Continuity: The company will continue to operate under the established GreenGolfBall name.
  • Leadership Structure: The existing leadership team and staff will remain at the helm.
  • Zero Client Impact: No immediate changes will be made to daily operations, existing bookings, current vendor partnerships, or ongoing client relationships.

"This is an incredibly exciting moment for GreenGolfBall and for our clients, partners, and team members," added John Bolger, General Manager of GreenGolfBall. "Partnering with Escalante Golf gives us access to a world-class organization that shares our values, vision and commitment to excellence".

Scale of the Entities

Company Established Portfolio / Scope Distinct Detail
Escalante Golf 1991 26 luxury golf properties across 17 U.S. states Clubs have hosted major professional tournaments like the WGC Match Play and Charles Schwab Cup.
GreenGolfBall Ltd. ~2001 Premium customized golf tours across Western Europe Delivers high-clarity travel itineraries with guaranteed access to key, high-demand course inventories.
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