More Sports Golf Golf Woods signs deal to play with new golf ball Woods began his career using a Titleist golf ball and switched to a Nike ball in May 2000. He said finding the right golf ball was "essential" and that the Bridgestone B333-S was the right fit for him. PTI New York 15 December, 2016 22:31 IST Woods effectively became a free agent for equipment deals when Nike decided to stop making clubs and golf balls focusing on apparel. - AP PTI New York 15 December, 2016 22:31 IST One tournament into his return was all Tiger Woods needed to strike a deal with Bridgestone to play its golf ball. Bridgestone Golf said Thursday it has signed Woods to a multi-year agreement in which he will play and promote the golf ball. Woods effectively became a free agent for equipment deals when Nike decided to stop making clubs and golf balls and instead focus on apparel. Woods began his career using a Titleist golf ball and switched to a Nike ball in May 2000. He said finding the right golf ball was “essential” and that the Bridgestone B333-S was the right fit for him. Woods had not played in 15 months while recovering from back surgeries until the Hero World Challenge two weeks ago. Subscribe to our daily newsletter Get your daily dose of Sportstar with handpicked stories delivered right to your inbox! SUBSCRIBE Please enter a valid email address.