As women’s sports gain more attention, the desire to get involved and make a difference grows too. It’s a domino effect that ultimately benefits all parties – leagues, organizations, athletes, and sponsors. And while the average fan may not see exactly what goes into each partnership, the growth, thanks to the sponsors, is evident.

The Epson Tour is lucky to have some great sponsors who are willing to go above and beyond to help advance the Tour and the athletes who are drawn here. Seiko Epson Corporation took on the title sponsorship in 2022, elevating experiences all around. Leading golf brand Callaway serves as the Official Equipment Partner, and MGI Golf has brought its innovative technology to athletes as the Official Electric Golf Caddy of the Epson Tour.

There are also four Official Opportunity Partners who make it their mission to improve Tour life week in and week out.

What is the role of an Official Opportunity Partner?

Official Opportunity Partners play many roles in impacting the Epson Tour. Most notably, some partners have contributed to lowering the entry fees that athletes pay to be eligible to compete in every tournament. What once was a $500 weekly fee is now $350, thanks to the support of Epson, Accenture and Reliance Matrix.

In addition to covering part of the entry fees, each partner is committed to bettering the Tour and has different ways of doing so. Some partners focus on athlete development opportunities, some host tournaments, and most get involved by meeting the athletes during pro-ams and hearing firsthand what else can be done to make the game more accessible and dreams more obtainable.

Meet the 2025 Epson Tour Official Opportunity Partners:

Epson

Epson is the title sponsor of the Official Qualifying Tour of the LPGA, leading the way since 2022. Since Epson’s inaugural season, the Tour has grown from 16 tournaments and $1.7 million in prize money to a 20-tournament season and over $5 million in prize money. With the support of Seiko Epson Corporation, the Tour has continuously seen growth, boasting record-breaking achievements in each year of the partnership.

Not only has Epson impacted the LPGA with their support of the Epson Tour, but most importantly, they have positively changed the careers of every athlete who has teed it up on the Tour. Putting professional development at the forefront, Epson has provided numerous activities for players on and off the golf course, including movie nights to opportunities to be active in the communities they visit to break up the on-course work, commercial shoots to showcase the talent and brand of athletes, and much more.

“Our partnership with the Epson Tour began with a clear purpose: to help elevate the tour and invest in the incredible athletes who are paving the way for a better future. These women represent drive, promise, and unwavering determination as they pursue their dreams of playing on the LPGA Tour.” said Kendra Jones, Chief Legal and Sustainability Officer, Epson America, Inc. “Their journeys inspire us, and as a company committed to creating a better world, we’re honored to support them every step of the way.”

Epson is a global technology leader whose philosophy of efficient, compact and precise innovation enriches lives and helps create a better world. The company is focused on solving societal issues through innovations in home and office printing, commercial and industrial printing, manufacturing, visual and lifestyle. Epson’s goal is to become carbon negative and eliminate use of exhaustible underground resources such as oil and metal by 2050.

Accenture

At Accenture, we are proud to be a key partner of both the LPGA and Epson Tours, supporting not only the world’s top golfers but also the next generation of rising stars. Our unwavering commitment to inclusion and diversity drives us to make golf more accessible by alleviating some of the financial burdens that athletes face throughout the season. By tackling affordability, we are fostering a more inclusive environment across both tours.

Embracing change and delivering 360° value is at the heart of what we do every day. We are dedicated to driving positive global impact while serving as responsible business leaders for our people, clients, and the communities we support.

Reliance Matrix

Reliance Matrix has been a partner of the Tour since 2024, this year stepping up their involvement by hosting a championship of their own. The inaugural Reliance Matrix Championship presented by Epson took place May 1-4 at Las Vegas’ Spanish Trail Country Club, providing athletes with more opportunities and a new location to put on the 2025 schedule. In addition to hosting a tournament, the Philadelphia-based company is committed to lowering entry fees for athletes each week and furthering their impact by signing three ambassadors. Representing Reliance Matrix while pursuing their dreams of playing on the LPGA are Epson Tour athletes, Savannah Carlson, Hailee Cooper, and Carley Cox Pruette.

Reliance Matrix delivers employee benefits, absence management, and workforce productivity solutions through the financial stability of a top-rated insurance carrier, the proven innovation of an absence TPA, and the daily commitment of thousands of team members nationwide. In addition, Reliance Matrix holds two US patents for innovation in HR technology and was ranked the #1 US Absence Management provider by Spring Consulting Group, LLC.

“As an Opportunity Partner and, more recently, a tournament sponsor, our experience with the Tour, athletes and tournament operators has been both gratifying and a significant boost to our sales and corporate development initiatives,” Chris Fazzini, President of Reliance Matrix, said. “We pride ourselves on having a unique and compelling story to tell in market, and our affiliation with the Epson Tour helps differentiate us and underscore that standout narrative.”

City of Indian Wells

Since 2024, the City of Indian Wells has hosted and served as the presenting sponsor of the Epson Tour’s season finale, the Epson Tour Championship at Indian Wells. The location change provided the beautiful track of Indian Wells Golf Resort, which also tests the field of 108 athletes, giving them one last chance at preparing their game before hopefully moving onto the LPGA Tour. The partnership has helped grow the tour to new heights, impacting the athletes and leaving a lasting impression on the game.

Nestled in a cove of the Santa Rosa Mountains, the city of Indian Wells, California, blossoms with palm trees, gardens and lush, breathtaking scenery in all directions and features some of Greater Palm Springs’ most luxurious resorts offering world-class dining, spas, golf, tennis, and meeting facilities—yet is just a 20-minute drive from the Palm Springs International Airport.

World-class cultural and sporting events and attractions, including BNP Paribas Open, Desert Town Hall, and more, which bring tens of thousands of visitors, athletes, and epicureans to the city each year. 36 holes of championship golf with the newly renovated Players Course coming online in November, invite visitors to tee off where the likes of Arnold Palmer and President Dwight D. Eisenhower once played, and now the Epson Tour Championship. And with its unmatched collection of spectacular accommodations and pampering spas, the options for finding your own oasis are as endless as the city’s pristine views and blue skies.

"We are incredibly proud to continue our partnership in hosting the Epson Tour Championships at the Indian Wells Golf Resort. This event not only showcases our world-class facilities but also brings our community together in celebration of excellence in women's golf. Our commitment to supporting such prestigious tournaments reflects the pride we have in our city and our dedication to fostering a vibrant, inclusive community,” said Indian Wells Mayor Bruce Whitman.

Meet the 2025 Epson Tour Official Opportunity Partners

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