How The Best Golfer of All Time Is Carving A New Path Again

In this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, Nick Engvall speaks with Charley Hudak Head of Footwear at Tiger Woods’ Sun Day Red. They discuss the intersection of golf and sneaker culture, its evolution over the past decade, and what’s to come. They dive into the evolution of Sun Day Red, the design process behind their new golf shoe, the Osprey, and the brand’s vision for the future. Charley shares insights on the challenges of footwear design, the importance of authenticity in collaborations, and the impact of Tiger Woods on the brand’s direction.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Sneaker and Golf Convergence

02:35 Charley Hudak’s Journey in Footwear Design

06:39 Building the Sun Day Red Brand with Tiger Woods

11:40 The Philosophy Behind Footwear Design for Golf

19:21 The Launch of the Osprey Shoe

25:15 Elevating Golf Footwear: A Tribute to Legends

32:01 Navigating Trends in Golf and Footwear

41:03 The Design Process: From Concept to Creation

46:20 Future Collaborations: Merging Golf and Sneaker Culture

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