Staff WriterBarclay Brown has swapped Stanford red for Stuburt green, signing an apparel deal that will see the Englishman stride onto the PGA and DP World Tours looking as sharp as one of his laser-guided irons.
In a move that marries fresh-faced talent with a brand steeped in heritage, Barclay Brown now joins Stuburt’s stable of globetrotting stars—and if his early form is any indication, this partnership could shine brighter than a freshly polished Claret Jug.
A Brit with a brisk tailwind
Brown’s rise would make a bottle rocket jealous. The 23-year-old first lit up the radar when he played the 2021 Walker Cup, then really rattled the pots and pans by qualifying for the 150th Open at St Andrews.
He actually led that championship—yes, led—during a giddy opening-round stretch before finishing day one T-5 as an amateur.
Toss in two Walker Cups, a decorated Stanford career wrapped up in 2024, and you’ve got a résumé thicker than a winter jumper.
“I like to look smart on the course…”
“I’m excited to sign with Stuburt as the brand grows on the world stage,” said Barclay when he visited the Stuburt showroom in Manchester.
“I love the choice of styles on offer. I like to look smart on the course, and whether it’s the modern, casual designs or the more traditional pieces in in the range I feel smart while being incredibly comfortable.
I’ve been really impressed by everything I’ve seen and look forward to wearing a British brand with pride as I take the next steps in my career.”
That first step already looks pretty fancy. Sporting Stuburt threads for the maiden time, Brown finished runner-up at the Clutch Pro Tour Moroccan Masters Al Houara.
Up next? This week’s Challenge de España in Girona, where the broad fairways and Spanish sun should perfectly complement his new wardrobe—and perhaps a shiny trophy.
Stuburt’s strategy: mix legends with lightning bolts
“Barclay is an incredibly talented young golfer, and we’re delighted to have him on board,” said Graeme Stevens, Managing Director of Stuburt.
“Everyone knows of our high profile sponsorships of players like Sergio Garcia, Joaquin Niemann, Louis Oosthuizen, and Jhonattan Vegas but we also want to invest in the best new talent in the game.
Barclay has had a fantastic start to his career, and we’re excited to be working with a British player as he makes his first steps in the professional game.”
For Stuburt, it’s a smart double-down: keep the marquee names front and centre while planting seeds for the next decade.
The brand’s current range mixes heritage-rich tailoring with “wear-it-to-the-pub” casual pieces—ideal for Brown, whose style sense lands somewhere between classic linksman and Silicon Valley cool.
What this means for the rookie campaign
- Visibility on two major tours – Brown plans to split his 2025 season between the PGA Tour and DP World Tour, giving Stuburt exposure on both sides of the pond.
- Home-grown marketing gold – A British brand backing a British golfer just entering the big leagues is a marketer’s dream, especially when the player speaks with the candour of an old pro.
- Performance credibility – Early podium finishes (hello, Morocco) add proof that Stuburt gear goes beyond looking good; it travels, breathes and bends when your swing speed starts flirting with 120 mph.
Fairway Forecast
Brown already possesses the competitive grit—and now he’s got the kit. Expect the Sheffield native to keep gathering frequent-flyer points and leader-board ink as the year unfolds.
If he continues to roll in birdies while dressed to the nines, don’t be surprised to see fans Googling “Stuburt polo” faster than you can say “R&A sanction.”
One thing’s certain: when Barclay Brown strolls to the first tee, he’ll look every inch the polished professional.
Whether his new apparel brings an extra degree of swagger or simply frees him up to swing without distraction, the result is the same—another reason to keep an eye on Britain’s brightest young hope.
For a closer look at Stuburt’s latest collection, visit their official site at stuburt.com.
