Hey, Founding Member

Has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it?

1) About That Portrait…

You know — the one you were promised when you joined this historic little society.

If you’ve logged into the Hub and seen your mug — congratulations, you’ve achieved the bare minimum.

If you haven’t, it’s because you didn’t finish onboarding. Shocking.

Finish your onboarding so your likeness can be painted, framed, and judged in the manner it deserves. The archives wait for no one.

2) The Cozy Collection —
Founding Members Only

The store is live. And yes, these limited‑run items are moving quickly. Why?

Possibly because Founding Members can currently buy everything at cost
(plus a sliver to keep the lights on).

Inside you’ll find:

• The First Truly American Golf Brand Logo — a nod to the first club in 1884 and every first club founded since.
• The Four Asterisks (****) — our signature, pulled from early member pins.
• The Modern Fashion Logo — for when you want to confuse outsiders but connect instantly with members.
• The Single Asterisk — minimalist, but still connected.

3) Your Code: ****

That’s four asterisks, for those complaining this is too small.

Use it to:

• Access the Inside the Ropes hub
• Unlock the store
• Apply it at checkout to get everything at cost

Fill your cart, apply the code, and watch the price drop.
It’s the most satisfying drop you’ll experience all week… unless you plan on three‑putting a two‑footer.

Next Week

You’ll hear the story of yours truly and my take on the Ryder Cup.

The First Truly American Golf Brand has more to do with why the game has U.S. vs. Europe than most know — though I suspect you’ll always pull for self‑expression over self‑respect anyhow.

Until then,
Mr. Judge
Keeper of the Archives, Patron Saint of the Heckle