Ericsson were one of the key sponsors at the 2011 Ray Wilkins Charity Golf Day at Foxhills GC supporting the Starlight Children’s Charity. Joining UKKO Amateur Ambassador Malcolm Glen in UKKO were ex-fottballers Steve Coppell and Neil Cox.
Malcolm’s team of Steve Coppell, Steve Haines and Mick Wayman came 3rd overall (out of 33) and were definitely the best dressed!!
As you can see from the pictures below, the teams were wearing our Palace Blue “Avery” and Wine Red “Crispin” polo’s.
The 2011 Breakthrough Cup can only be described as a huge success.
First and foremost the charity was well supported and a lot of money was raised.
Secondly everyone had a great time… The Belfry Brabazon provided a great test of golf to all involved and the Champagne Reception / Dinner / Prize Giving were great fun.
Thirdly and most importantly for this blog was that we had some of our football idols in UKKO gear. Amazing for the brand.
Amongst those adorning our Pink Break “Vigo” Polo were;
- Robbie Fowler
- John Barnes
- Teddy Sheringham
- Lee Dixon
- Steve Harkness
- Jay Bothroyd
- Maik Taylor
- Simon Grayson
- Michael Duff
+ many other Premiership stars past & present.
It was also nice of Chris Evans to chopper in for a quick round too.. and take the mick out of our attempts to find the green on the 10th.
All in all a great day, thanks to everyone who helped to organise it.
UKKO Ambassador & Champions UK Celebrity Manager Oli Wilson recently sent in a picture with snooker legend Willie Thorne during the Age Concern Golf Day at Kilworth Springs GC. Oli is wearing our Blueberry “Strype” Polo.
If you have any pictures on the course or with a celeb in your UKKO gear please send us a copy to contact@ukko.com.
It’s something we didn’t expect… our clothing (Pink Break “Vigo” Polo’s to be precise) will be seen in the Mongol Rally 2011 on a team of lads from Birmingham.
Duncan, Ashley, Adam & Jamie will be covering 10,00 miles in a far from suitable Diahatsu with the aim of raising as much money as possible for Breakthrough Breast Cancer.
Good work guys.
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The first ever Breakthrough Cup, hosted by golf legend Darren Clarke, took place on Sunday 16th May 2010 at The Brabazon golf course at the Belfry. We at UKKO were delighted to have been chosen as one of the sponsors for this prestigous event alongside other premium brands including Mercedes-Benz, Vpar and Sky Sports.
The main purpose of the event was to raise funds and awareness for the Breakthrough Breast Cancer charity and we were more than happy to design and provide a new “Breakthrough” Pink Vigo polo for all of the players to wear.
The event saw 2 footballers from each Premiership club compete on the 18 hole course. Ultimately, Maik Taylor – Birmingham City and Northern Ireland International – was crowned ‘The Best Golfer in Football’.
Patron of the Breakthrough Cup, Darren Clarke, has been a strong supporter of breast cancer research since his wife passed away after a long struggle with breast cancer in 2006. He invited celebrities, sponsors and the public to support the event and its worthy cause.
The Special Edition “Breakthrough” Pink Polos worn at the event will soon be available for purchase at UKKO’s online store and for every sale £5 will be donated to Breakthrough Breast Cancer.
The Brabazon.....
The Duff brothers before kick off
In action
Maik wearing UKKO's Special Edition pink polo
The sponsors
Darren with the Breakthrough Cup
Maik with a winning grin...
Alistair Campbell was dishing out the prizes
Martin O'Neill enjoying the free wine...
On Wednesday 1st July we sponsored one of our first events, the LINC charity golf day at Lilleybrook Golf Club, an Alistair MacKenzie designed course on the outskirts of Cheltenham.
LINC – The Leukaemia & Intensive Chemotherapy Fund – is a Cotswolds based charity and a worthy cause as we’re sure you’ll agree.
More on Steve soon, but even though we didn’t win(!), it was an awesome round and one we’re privileged to have been involved in. Pics below.
UKKO are supporting the RAF Benevolant Fund by sponsoring their upcoming charity golf day at Littlehampton GC near Brighton. The day is in aid of the BF’s Princess Marina House Minibus Appeal. Pictures of the event will be on here soon…
