Etixx Named Official Sports Nutrition Provider of London Irish

Aviva Premiership team London Irish have confirmed sports nutrition brand Etixx as their official sports nutrition provider in a three-year deal.

The partnership will see Etixx provide a wide range of their quality nutrition products to the London Irish first team and Academy squads.  

The Etixx logo will appear on the right-hand sleeve of the London Irish first team playing jersey for all Aviva Premiership, LV=Cup and European matches. During London Irish home fixtures at the Madejski Stadium, Etixx will receive widespread in-stadium branding presence on touchline boards and throughout concourse areas as well as adverts on the ground’s big screen. 

Etixx boasts an extensive roster of sports sponsorship deals – including partnerships with the Omega Pharma Quick-Step cycling team (soon to become the Etixx Quick-Step cycling team), 2013 Ironman World Championship winner Frederik Van Lierde and French football club Lille Olympique Sporting Club (LOSC).

Claire Rive, Sports Nutrition National Sales Manager at Etixx said: “Our extensive experience, research and development show that we know exactly what today’s athletes need to supplement their training and aid recovery.  Our first supplement was six years in the making, taking a lot of meticulous planning, development, and testing. Since then we’ve added a lot of products to our range to constantly be on the forefront of innovation. 

Jim O’Toole, London Irish Commercial Director added: “Etixx’s launch plans include an extensive UK retail distribution presence and will add significantly to our brand presence in non traditional arenas. We look forward to working with their team going forward as they continue to develop both their product and business and in creating an innovative activation campaign to drive measurable results.”

CTS Eventim Named Official Provider of Rio 2016 Olympics

CTS EVENTIM AG & Co. has been appointed the exclusive ticketing services provider of the Rio 2016 Olympics.

The appointment was made following an international tender, viagra in which EVENTIM was the winning bidder. Contracts were signed between the RIO 2016 Organizing Committee and CTS EVENTIM Brazil, a fully owned subsidiary of CTS EVENTIM AG & Co. KGaA.

The 2016 Olympics will be held in Rio de Janeiro from August 5 to August 21, 2016 and the XV Paralympic Games from September 7 to September 18, 2016. More than 14,000 athletes will compete in 1,000 sports session across 37 venues, and a total of 9 million tickets are expected to be issued for the Games.

In its partnership with RIO 2016, EVENTIM will continue to contribute to the Olympic and Paralympic movement by providing a robust, state-of-the-art ticketing platform, building on those which have been delivered for Torino 2006 and Sochi 2014 and embracing technological and operational know-how.

Through their cooperation, EVENTIM and RIO 2016 shall ensure the delivery of a fair and transparent system for the distribution of tickets for Brazilian and International customers.

Wonga Renew Sponsorship of Newcastle United Women’s FC

Wonga has extended its sponsorship of Newcastle United Women’s Football Club (NUWFC) for another season.

Wonga has been the club’s principal sponsor since 2013, drugs when it became the first official Newcastle United FC club sponsor to also back the women’s team.

The new sponsorship deal was unveiled at Newcastle United FC’s home game against Crystal Palace on Saturday, when the women’s team also unveiled their new home kit on the pitch at half-time

Trevor Benjamin, Manager of NUWFC, said: “We’re absolutely delighted that Wonga is continuing to give their support to the team.

“It’s vital to the development of women’s football that companies have the vision and interest to support teams like ours. Our players are all amateur and have to combine their normal day jobs with playing for NUWFC, but having names like Wonga on board helps to raise our profile and that of the sport.”

Damian Peachey, Wonga’s Head of External Relations, said: “We’re passionate about our support for both Newcastle teams and are delighted to partner with the women again in 2014.”

Beko Expand Sponsorship of Erebus Motorsport

V8 Supercars team Erebus Motorsport have signed a deal with Beko for the electronics brand to sponsor the outfit for the rest of the season. 

The international appliance manufacturer, stomach who have been minor backers of the cash-strapped team throughout the season, doctor have stepped up to a more major role to coincide with the rollout of Beko’s new corporate logo.

With the deal comes a new livery for Davison’s No. 9 Mercedes, which he will share with brother Alex Davison in the upcoming Pirtek Enduro Cup events, starting with next weekend’s Wilson Security Sandown 500.

“There’s an increased level of excitement around the enduro phase of our year so we wanted to meet that with a different look to capture that enthusiasm, additionally with our valued partners Beko also introducing a new logo to the marketplace, we saw it as a great opportunity to incorporate both into a new design,” Erebus Motorsport CEO Ryan Maddison said.

Beko has been great supporters of Erebus Motorsport since late 2012 and the Beko brand is performing very well internationally so it is extremely pleasing that they have taken a strategic step in their partnership with the team to the next level for the remainder of the year.”

Beko Australia and New Zealand managing director Michael Goadby commented: “Our new logo represents a new identity for Beko and this is the perfect way to showcase that,” Goadby said. “We love being a part of high profile events and we’re excited about the remainder of the year with Erebus.”

The livery gets its first hit out at Erebus Motorsport’s final pre-enduro test day at Queensland Raceway on Tuesday.

Despite increasing success on track, the team has been struggling to land a major sponsor to support the Betty Klimenko-owned squad. The cars have featured a rotating cast of sponsor’s logos since the end of their previous deals with Irwin Tools, SP Tools and Heavy Haulage Australia at the end of 2013.

The announcement of the Beko deal, which will see Davison’s entry renamed as “Erebus Team Beko” for the remainder of the season, comes as the team continue to negotiate an extension of the AMG Customer Sports agreement which ends at the end of 2014.

Nautica Renews Endorsement Deal with PGA Tour’s Cameron Tringalefor

The Nautica brand, a division of VF Sportswear Inc.,  announced today that it will be extending its marketing partnership with PGA Tour player Cameron Tringalefor an additional two years. 

This will make a total of four years that Tringale has represented the brand.

As part of the agreement, Tringale will continue to wear Nautica apparel on course, focusing on performance golf shirts and pants, as well as complementary sweaters, belts and outerwear.

“We are excited to continue our partnership with Cameron Tringale,” said Karen Murray, President of Nautica.  “He is a great representative for the Nautica brand, and all that it stands for: an active lifestyle, youthful energy, and strong determination.”

In addition to wearing the brand’s apparel, Tringale will be featured in Nautica print advertising campaigns along with in-store advertising, and he will be showcased throughout the Nautica website and social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, and YouTube. 

“I am excited to continue my partnership with Nautica,” said Cameron Tringale.  “Nautica apparel continues to provide me with the combination of classic style with the performance attributes that I need to compete on the course.”

Tringale is one of the more active players on the PGA TOUR having made 23 cuts in 29 starts leading into the BMW Championship.  He has been consistent throughout the season with eight top 25 finishes, including three top five finishes with a career best tie for second two weekends ago at The Barclays. 

Panasonic to Provide Technical Support to Pata Honda World Superbike Team

Panasonic Powertools Europe have agreed to supply professional power tools and technical support to the Pata Honda World Superbike Team for two years, drugs beginning in 2014.

As part of the two-year arrangement, store PPEU has agreed to supply the team with impact drivers, adiposity drills, wrenches and other power tools, together with flat-panel TVs for use as time monitors in the pit box.

Pieter Breddels, Pata Honda’s technical co-ordinator, said, “Panasonic’s power tools are a really big help, but not just for our pit stops. The small wrenches are now being used by our tuning department to build engines, too! For a team like ours, Panasonic is the perfect partner.

“Speed is important, of course, but so is having the best tools available. The products of this world-leading manufacturer are extremely powerful and robust. We’re really happy to have signed this agreement and hope it signals the start of a long-term relationship.”

Joris Hartman, sales and marketing manager of Panasonic Benelux, added, “We’re very pleased with this co-operative venture. Pata Honda, a top-level racing team, is a perfect match for the Panasonic power tool brand.

“For both Pata Honda and Panasonic, quality, speed, reliability, and performance in a wide range of possible conditions are highly important considerations. We look forward to supporting the Pata Honda Team throughout this World Superbike championship season.”

GAC to Sponsor Jacksonville Jaguars

Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed a partnership with global shipping provider GAC for the upcoming 2014-15 season.

The deal will provide GAC with the perfect platform to promote their brand to a receptive and relevant business audience.

“Jacksonville and the Jaguars make perfect sense for us in business terms, symptoms ” GAC’s executive group vice-president Bill Hill said. “Jacksonville’s growing population and reputation as a central logistics hub provide us with the ideal platform to promote everything GAC has to offer.”

The team’s international profile will be further boosted by returning to Wembley Stadium to take on the Dallas Cowboys on November 9 as part of a four-year NFL International Series deal to feature in games at the London venue through to 2016.

Jacksonville Jaguar’s Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships, ampoule Scott Massey said of the deal, herbal “We’re proud to partner with a company such as GAC, with whom we share many similar values. The organizational and customer focused approach required to provide an outstanding fan experience at Jaguars games reflects the same qualities GAC excels at when fulfilling their customers global logistics needs.”

Axxess Pharma Announces UFC’s Tyron Woodley as Brand Ambassador

Axxess Pharma Inc., a specialty pharmaceutical and nutritional supplements company, have announced that UFC Welterweight fighter Tyron Woodley will be joining Axxess Pharma as spokesperson.

Tyron Woodley is a mixed martial artist who competes as a Welterweight for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

Tyron Woodley’s recent accomplishments include an 8-1 record in Strikeforce MMA. Soon after Strikeforce, he moved to the UFC where he executed an impressive 36-second KO of Jay Heiron — and put the welterweight division on notice.

Tyron will work with AllStar Health Brands in aggressively marketing their TapouT line of all-natural Pain Relief and Muscle Growth products, including the Ready to Drink protein meal replacements. He will utilize his strong MMA following both in social media and at MMA fighting events.

Dr. Daniel Bagi, President of Axxess Pharma, stated: “We are extremely pleased to have Tyron Woodley represent our company. The TapouT brand is highly recognized and respected within the UFC and around the world. We look forward to Tyron expanding awareness of our TapouT line of Pain Relief and Muscle Growth products as well as our Ready to Drink protein meal replacements.” Dr. Bagi further stated, “Unlike many protein drinks, we have developed our drinks to taste great. This is an important feature when comparing to market.”

Softball Player Natalie Hernandez Signs Vinci Endorsement Deal

Vinci Co., anabolics LLC, buy order | a family-owned and operated sports equipment company, denture have announced they have signed professional softball player Natalie Hernandez to an endorsement deal.

From 2011-2014, Hernandez played collegiately for the University of Illinois-Chicago before turning professional in June and is currently a GA at Robert Morris in Chicago.

“Speaking with Natalie on the phone was the icing on the cake,” said Peter J Vinci, CEO of Vinci. Vinci added “I could hear it in her voice the energy, excitement and passion, these are things that we already share in common. We’re proud to have her as our first professional softball player”

During the 2014 season with UIC, Hernandez started in all but one game at shortstop, was the lead-off hitter all season and finished with a .413 average.  Between February 23 and April 8, she went on a 13-game hitting streak. Hernandez’s final season with the Flames ended with many honors including; All-Horizon League First Team, NFCA All-Great Lakes Region Third Team and Horizon League Honor Roll.  Hernandez was also named Batting Champion and to the All-Tournament Team at the Horizon League Championship in 2014 after posting a .563 average over four games with three home runs.

“Joining the Vinci team and players such as Joakim Soria of the Detroit Tigers, and Carlos Torres of the New York Mets in representing Vinci is a tremendous honor and one that I accept with a great level pride.  I look forward to a working with Vinci to help grow the brand throughout the softball world,” said Hernandez.

Golfbreaks Seal Volvo World Match Play Championship Partnership

Golf trip organiser Golfbreaks.com has agreed a partnership with the Volvo World Match Play Championship, viagra 40mg the European Tour has announced.

The deal will give more than 500,000 golfers across the United Kingdom the chance to buy discounted tickets for the 50th anniversary of the tournament, held at London Golf Club from 15-19 October.

The partnership sees Golfbreaks.com, which is widely recognised as Europe’s leading golf tour operator, enhance its association with European Tour Properties, a network of venues which includes London Golf Club, in Ash, Kent.

The International Course will for the first time stage the €2.25million tournament, which pits 16 of the world’s leading players – including defending champion Graeme McDowell and his 2014 Ryder Cup team-mate Henrik Stenson – against one another in head-to-head match play.

Keith Waters, The European Tour’s Chief Operating Officer, said: “We applaud Golfbreaks.com for their support and this superb initiative in encouraging golfing fans to attend what has undoubtedly become one of the highlights of The European Tour International Schedule.

“The two editions of the European Open held at London Golf Club in 2008 and 2009 drew fantastic crowds, and I’m sure this partnership will help ensure another tremendous turnout during the week of the Volvo World Match Play Championship.”

Keith Mitchell, Marketing Director of Golfbreaks.com, said: “It is great to have another high-profile event in the UK so close after The Ryder Cup, giving golf fans another chance to see their heroes in action.

“With well over 500,000 golfers booking either a holiday or tee time through Golfbreaks.com and Teeofftimes.co.uk, we are delighted to be able to offer discounted tickets to our loyal golfing fans and we look forward to seeing many of them in person at the tournament this autumn.”