Eversheds Sutherland Sponsors US Amateur Champion Mason Howell


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A Georgia native, Mr. Howell made history when he won the 125th US Amateur Championship, becoming the third‑youngest champion in the event’s history. At just 18 years old, he is competing on golf’s biggest stage while maintaining his amateur status, a distinction that underscores what makes this moment in his career unique. “This sponsorship reflects our firm’s commitment to investing early and supporting the next generation, both within the legal profession and in our communities,” said Lino Mendiola, Global Co‑CEO and US Chief Executive of Eversheds Sutherland. “We are proud to watch Mason compete and to support him at this stage of his journey.” Under the sponsorship, Eversheds Sutherland will partner with Mr. Howell throughout the 2026 and 2027 seasons, alongside co‑sponsor Huntington Bank. “I’m grateful for the support from Eversheds Sutherland,” said Mr. Howell. “It means a lot to me, and I’m excited to represent an organization that believes in investing in people and their future.” Mr. Howell will make his Masters debut next week at Augusta National Golf Club, where he will be paired with Rory McIlroy, last year’s Masters champion, for the opening two rounds. Eversheds Sutherland has a long‑standing presence at Augusta National and looks forward to watching Mr. Howell as he takes on one of the sport’s most iconic tournaments. After the Masters, Mr. Howell will compete at the US Open Championship in June and The Open Championship in July. About Eversheds Sutherland Eversheds Sutherland provides the full range of legal services to a global client base ranging from small and mid-sized businesses to the largest multinationals, acting for 70 of the FTSE 100, 70 of the Fortune 100, and 125 of the Fortune 200. With more than 3,000 lawyers, Eversheds Sutherland operates in over 70 offices in more than 30 jurisdictions. Eversheds Sutherland is a global legal practice and comprises two separate legal entities: Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP (headquartered in the UK) and Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP (headquartered in the US), and their respective controlled, managed, affiliated and member firms. 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ATLANTA | Eversheds Sutherland (US) is proud to announce the sponsorship of Mason Howell, the reigning US Amateur Champion, as he prepares to compete in several of professional golf’s most prestigious championships during the 2026 season, including the Masters Tournament, the US Open, and The Open Championship.

A Georgia native, Mr. Howell made history when he won the 125th US Amateur Championship, becoming the third‑youngest champion in the event’s history. At just 18 years old, he is competing on golf’s biggest stage while maintaining his amateur status, a distinction that underscores what makes this moment in his career unique.

“This sponsorship reflects our firm’s commitment to investing early and supporting the next generation, both within the legal profession and in our communities,” said Lino Mendiola, Global Co‑CEO and US Chief Executive of Eversheds Sutherland. “We are proud to watch Mason compete and to support him at this stage of his journey.”

Under the sponsorship, Eversheds Sutherland will partner with Mr. Howell throughout the 2026 and 2027 seasons, alongside co‑sponsor Huntington Bank.

“I’m grateful for the support from Eversheds Sutherland,” said Mr. Howell. “It means a lot to me, and I’m excited to represent an organization that believes in investing in people and their future.”

Mr. Howell will make his Masters debut next week at Augusta National Golf Club, where he will be paired with Rory McIlroy, last year’s Masters champion, for the opening two rounds. Eversheds Sutherland has a long‑standing presence at Augusta National and looks forward to watching Mr. Howell as he takes on one of the sport’s most iconic tournaments.

After the Masters, Mr. Howell will compete at the US Open Championship in June and The Open Championship in July.

About Eversheds Sutherland

Eversheds Sutherland provides the full range of legal services to a global client base ranging from small and mid-sized businesses to the largest multinationals, acting for 70 of the FTSE 100, 70 of the Fortune 100, and 125 of the Fortune 200. With more than 3,000 lawyers, Eversheds Sutherland operates in over 70 offices in more than 30 jurisdictions. Eversheds Sutherland is a global legal practice and comprises two separate legal entities: Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP (headquartered in the UK) and Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP (headquartered in the US), and their respective controlled, managed, affiliated and member firms. For more information, visit eversheds-sutherland.com.

The materials on the Eversheds Sutherland website are for general information purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. While reasonable care is taken to ensure accuracy, the materials may not reflect the most current legal developments. Eversheds Sutherland disclaims liability for actions taken based on the materials. Always consult a qualified lawyer for specific legal matters. To view the full disclaimer, see our Terms and Conditions or Disclaimer section in the footer. Eversheds Sutherland is a provider of legal and other services operating through various separate and distinct legal entities. For further information about these entities and Eversheds Sutherlands' structure please see the Legal Notice page of this website.