Most golf tournament tee gifts end up in a closet. Logo towels pile up, divot tools get lost, and the third sleeve of branded balls goes in the shag bag. If you're organizing a charity scramble, corporate outing or member-guest, the best tee gift is something every player uses before they reach the first green: sunscreen.
Why sunscreen makes a better tee gift
A tournament round runs four to five hours, usually with a shotgun start in late morning or midday sun. Plenty of players show up without sunscreen, especially those who flew in, came straight from the office or left their bag in the car. A single-use SPF 50 sunscreen packet in the gift bag solves that on the spot.
- Used the same day: players open it on the range or the first tee, not months later.
- One round, one packet: each 0.34 fl oz packet covers a golfer for 18 holes.
- Fits anywhere: the packet slides into a gift bag, cart basket or bag pocket with no bulk.
- Thoughtful at a low cost: wholesale pricing starts at $1.50 per packet and drops to $1.25.
Tee gift bag ideas that pair with sunscreen
Sunscreen works on its own or as part of a themed "on-course essentials" kit. Popular pairings:
- Golf balls and tees
- A cooling towel or microfiber towel
- SPF lip balm
- Bottled water or an electrolyte packet
- A ball marker or divot tool with the event or sponsor logo
- A visor or cap
For a sponsor-friendly touch, attach a small card with the sponsor's logo to each packet or set out a "Sun Station" at registration with a sign like "Presented by [Sponsor]".
Other places to use sunscreen packets at a golf event
- Registration table: a bowl of packets next to the check-in sheet.
- Range and putting green: players warm up in full sun before the shotgun.
- Cart setup: one packet per player in each cart's cup holder or basket.
- Beverage cart and turn: for players who skipped it on the front nine.
- Volunteer and staff kits: hole marshals and volunteers stand outside all day.
How many sunscreen packets to order for a golf tournament
Plan on one packet per player for the gift bag, plus about 25% extra for registration, volunteers and players who reapply at the turn. A 36-foursome shotgun (144 players) needs about 180 packets. A 72-player outing needs about 100.
| Field size | Packets | Wholesale price |
|---|---|---|
| 72 players (18 foursomes) | 100 | $1.50 each |
| 144 players (36 foursomes) | 180–250 | $1.40 each at 250 |
| Multiple events or a full season | 500+ | $1.25 each |
Shipping is free, and every order includes a clear acrylic countertop display. See full wholesale golf sunscreen pricing.
For golf courses hosting outings
If you run a course that hosts tournaments, sunscreen is an easy upsell to add to outing packages, and the same packets sell at the pro shop counter the rest of the week. Courses buy at $1.25–$1.50 and sell at $2.49–$2.99, for up to 58% margin. See how pro shops stock SunSingles.
Golf tournament sunscreen FAQs
What kind of sunscreen is it?
SunSingles is SPF 50, broad spectrum, water resistant and reef friendly, made in the USA by a veteran-founded company.
What's the minimum order for a tournament?
The minimum wholesale order is 100 packets. Email brayton@sunsingles.shop or call 319-329-8247 with your event date and field size.
Can players take the packets on a flight home?
Yes. At 0.34 fl oz, each packet is well under the TSA carry-on limit. See our TSA sunscreen rules guide.
Planning an outing this season? Order golf sunscreen packets for your event.