Golf equipment company PXG has bolstered its roster by signing reigning PGA Tour rookie of the year Aldrich Potgieter. The South African joins after a standout debut season, switching from Titleist. This move follows PXG's recent addition of PGA Tour rookie Marco Penge.
PXG has made a significant addition to its tour staff with the signing of Aldrich Potgieter, the 2025 PGA Tour rookie of the year. Previously aligned with Titleist, Potgieter cited the company's equipment and support as key reasons for the switch. "Last season showed me what it takes to compete out here," Potgieter said in a press release. "I’m focused on getting better every week, and PXG gives me the tools and support to do that. The equipment performs, the process is straightforward, and that’s exactly what I’m looking for."
Potgieter impressed in his rookie year by leading the PGA Tour in driving distance with an average of 325 yards off the tee. This signing comes shortly after PXG announced Marco Penge, a PGA Tour rookie who topped the DP World Tour in Strokes Gained: Off-The-Tee with a 319-yard average drive. With Potgieter on board, PXG now represents the last two PGA Tour rookie of the year winners, including 2024 honoree Eric Cole. Penge is considered a leading contender for the 2026 award.
PXG founder and CEO Bob Parsons praised Potgieter's qualities. "Aldrich didn’t just have a good rookie year – he set a standard," Parsons said. "He’s disciplined, powerful, and knows what he wants out of his equipment. That clarity and competitiveness make him a great fit for PXG as he takes the next step in his career."
Potgieter will use PXG's Lightning Tour driver, Secret Weapon mini driver, GEN8 X driving iron, GEN8 0311 T 4-iron, 0317 ST 5-9 irons, Sugar Daddy 46 and 60 wedges, and Brandon Tour putter. Notably, he remains listed on Titleist's website as a golf ball player, suggesting a partial transition. This appears to be the final major equipment signing before the 2026 season, positioning PXG to potentially claim three consecutive rookie of the year winners on its staff. The company is clearly investing in young talent to establish long-term relevance in professional golf.
