Kid Who Lost Everything in Iowa Tornado Made Public Plea for New Golf Clubs on Local News — And It Actually Worked
WHO 13
A recent high school graduate who lost most of his possessions in a recent tornado in Iowa had one thing on his mind amid the destruction: he needed new golf clubs.
Multiple tornadoes tore through the state on Tuesday, with one causing heavy damage to the town of Greenfield. Bradley Gebbie, a resident of the town, appeared on WHO 13 to talk about how the tornado affected him. He used his time on live TV to plead for a new set of clubs after losing his in the destruction.
“I lost a lot, including my golf clubs,” Gebbie said with a smile on his face. “I had like three grand into that.”
“I’d like to shout out Taylor Made and Titleist and Callaway. I really need a new set. I lost it; and I just love golf,” he said.
Hey @Titleist @TaylorMadeGolf @CallawayGolf, which one of you wants to help this young man who lost his home in a tornado? Have a listen please. 🔊
h/t @andyfales @PhotogKobeG pic.twitter.com/HQ6cb0K5Yd
— Keith Murphy (@MurphyKeith) May 23, 2024
Fortunately for Gebbie, Callaway answered the call. Less than 12 hours after the clip was posted online, the brand’s official Twitter account responded and said the brand was “happy to help.”
Happy to help. Shoot us a DM
— Callaway Golf (@CallawayGolf) May 23, 2024
According to WHO reporter Keith Murphy, Callaway did get in touch with Gebbie to get him the new set.
I’m happy to report @CallawayGolf is in touch with Bradley, who just graduated Nodaway High School Sunday, and Callaway says it will provide a full upgrade of clubs and gear. 🏌️♂️
Bradley was on the Wolverines’ golf team and his sense of humor at a tough time is inspiring.
Also… pic.twitter.com/r6vmbRNGJn
— Keith Murphy (@MurphyKeith) May 23, 2024
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