Springfield Armory announced on August 12 that Julie Golob has joined the company as a brand ambassador and professional shooter. Golob is a world champion shooter, author, and military veteran. The company's Springfield Armory's press release confirms the hire from its Geneseo, Ill. headquarters.
What Was Announced
Golob will compete for Springfield Armory and create content for the brand. She will also help guide new product development. She joins legendary pro shooter Rob Leatham on the company's shooting team.
Key Details
- Role: Brand ambassador and professional shooter
- Background: Veteran of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit
- Championships: Top honors in Bianchi Cup, Steel Challenge, USPSA, IDPA, and IPSC competitions
- Career total: More than 170 championship titles and top scores across seven shooting disciplines
- Notable title: First and only 7 Division USPSA Ladies National Champion
- Other recognition: Named U.S. Army Female Athlete of the Year
- Writing: Author of a primer on shooting sports and a children's book on firearm safety, with articles in firearms publications
- Upcoming work: Contributions to The Armory Life, per the release
Golob also works as an instructor, consultant, speaker, and conservation and hunting advocate. Her public work centers on firearm safety.
What It Means for Gun Owners
Golob's competition record is long and varied, and the release gives little detail beyond her titles and roles. Readers who follow competition shooting or Springfield Armory's lineup should watch for her first appearances and content. The release does not say which products she will shoot or what new models her input will shape.
Bottom Line
Springfield Armory is adding a decorated competitor with a long résumé and a teaching background to its
