Parkside's initial investment occurred in August 1998 with its acquisition of the MacGregor Golf Company. The Company is a global brand with subsidiaries in the United Kingdom and Hong Kong, in addition to its manufacturing plant and marketing offices in the United States. MacGregor is the second oldest Golf Company in the world; its storied 104 year history is filled with innovation and success. In fact, 59 tournament "Majors" have been won by golfers playing MacGregor golf equipment.