Case study

Rocket
Classic

In a city defined by its relentless pursuit to do things first and best, Rocket brought the Rocket Classic to the city of Detroit – one of the only PGA tournaments played in an American city. In 2025, we turned this already iconic sporting event into the standard for what a golf tournament should be.

Every fence, flag, social post, and piece of swag was reimagined to reflect the city and its people. Thousands of fans celebrated professional golf while raising $10 million to uplift the communities they call home. A new trophy. A renewed energy. A hometown event with a national heartbeat. A reminder that when Detroit comes together, we can give everyone their shot at the American Dream.

• Experiential
• Online ads
• OOH
• Social
• TV
A golfer in a blue shirt and black pants takes a swing during a tournament, with spectators and red tournament structures in the background.
A large red Rocket Classic logo sculpture sits in front of a promotional booth showcasing community initiatives like Black Tech Saturdays and Human-I-T.
A black wire basket filled with white golf balls marked with a red circular logo, set on a golf course.
A young woman wearing a colorful cap, hoop earrings, and a blue jacket speaks outdoors on a golf course.
The Rocket Classic trophy featuring a sleek black and red modern design standing on a textured black base against a dark background.
A red and white exhibit display for Black Tech Saturdays featuring startup pitch information and signs promoting mentorship, education, and advocacy, with golf balls in a basket at the bottom.
Close-up of a black trophy base engraved with the words “Rocket Classic Detroit” in silver text.

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