June 3, 2026

Driving Change: TPSO USA and Industry Partners Team Up for the 2026 Nashville Advertising Co-op Scholarship Tournament

On June 3, 2026, TPSO USA had the privilege of joining industry partners, franchise leaders, and community supporters at the beautiful Hermitage Golf Course in Old Hickory, Tennessee providing the perfect backdrop for a day of community giving. The occasion? The annual Nashville Advertising Co-op College Scholarship Golf Tournament—a premier event bringing together the SONIC community and its valued partners for a day of friendly competition, networking, and most importantly, investing in local students.

Over Three Decades of Making a Difference

The tournament directly supports the Nashville Advertising Co-op College Scholarship Program, an initiative that has helped students pursue higher education for more than 30 years. Thanks to the unwavering commitment of SONIC franchisees, sponsors, and community partners, the program has historically awarded more than $1.5 million in scholarships to deserving students throughout the Mid-South region.

This year’s event continued with that incredible legacy, raising more than $100,000 in critical scholarship funding to help local students achieve their academic and professional dreams.

TPSO USA was proud to serve as an official sponsor for the event. We were honored to support the community alongside fellow event sponsors, including KBP Brands, the Sonic Foundation, Keurig Dr Pepper, and Coca-Cola.

Hermitage Golf Course in Old Hickory, Tennessee

Ellsworth Sheldon

Big Wins On and Off the Course

The event welcomed golfers from across the industry for a fast-paced, four-person scramble. While the primary focus was strengthening relationships and giving back to the Nashville community, the tournament also brought some serious excitement to the leaderboard.

Adding a spectacular highlight to an already memorable day, Ellsworth Sheldon, co-owner of TPSO USA, captured first place honors with an incredible round of -17 under par!

“Events like these demonstrate exactly what can be accomplished when industry partners come together. We are thrilled to support the next generation of leaders both through our sponsorship and our passion for the game.”

Looking Ahead

TPSO USA extends its deepest gratitude to all the sponsors, players, volunteers, and organizers who worked tirelessly to make this year’s tournament a massive success. We look forward to partnering with the Nashville Advertising Co-op College Scholarship Program for many more years to come, continuing our deep commitment to education, community involvement, and strong industry relationships. See you on the green next year!

Events like these demonstrate exactly what can be accomplished when industry partners come together.

A Detailed Overview of the Tournament

Purpose: The tournament’s primary goal is to raise funds for the Nashville Advertising Co-op’s college scholarship program.
Format: The tournament is a four-person scramble.
Location: It’s held at the Hermitage Golf Course, Nashville TN
Cost: The cost to participate is $200 per player.
Registration: Participants can register on the Sonic Scholarship website.
Donations: The Nashville Co-op aims to donate over $100,000 to scholarship recipients.
Details: Lunch is served at 12:00 p.m., a shotgun start is at 1:00 p.m., and dinner and awards follow.