Sparco Renews Patnership with GP2’s Racing Engineering

Racing Engineering have announced that Sparco has extended its collaboration with the Spanish GP2 team.

Sparco is the largest Automotive Safety Supplier in the world, therapy and continues as official partner during the upcoming years.

For 2014 Sparco is supplying the team with the world’s lightest and best breathable race suit in the world, yet another innovation breakthrough, which should make drivers not only feel more comfortable, but also allow them to better cope with hot conditions.

Claudio Pastoris, Sparco CEO: “It is a privilege for Sparco to extend its collaboration with Racing Engineering, one of the most prestigious teams in the GP2 Series and we all at Sparco are very proud of Racing Engineering GP2 Championship win last season.

“We have enjoyed a very positive collaboration over the past seasons and I am confident that our new state-of-the-art Extrema RS-10 race suits based on our unique Hocotex technology will make a valuable contribution to the team and its drivers for this coming season. Our two companies share mutual values and an underlining drive to be successful, so we look forward to sharing more podiums and race victories with the team in 2014.”

Nike Expands U.S. Soccer Relationship to Include US Youth Soccer Events

Nike have extended their relationship with U.S. Soccer with a new emphasis on US Youth Soccer to further elevate the sport of soccer at all levels of the game.

Nike’s partnership with US Youth Soccer will guarantee the world’s leading innovator in athletic footwear, ailment apparel, ed equipment and accessories has a presence at all major US Youth Soccer events — including the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series, the US Youth Soccer National League, the US Youth Soccer Olympic Development Program (US Youth Soccer ODP), the US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup and more.

“Nike and U.S. Soccer share a vision to further grow the sport in the United States and what better way than to extend our partnership to US Youth Soccer,” said Nike Soccer GM Aaron Barnett. “We look forward to further building this important relationship as we continue to deliver game changing innovation on the pitch.”

“This year marks the 40th anniversary of US Youth Soccer and today we write another page in our history with this partnership between U.S. Soccer and the world’s leading sports brand Nike,” said US Youth Soccer President John Sutter. “We expect this relationship to benefit our association today and well into the future.”

SKINS Increases Triathlete Partnerships with Kemp & Cave Sponsorship

SKINS, store the compression apparel specialist, pills has announced a partnership with Australian professional triathlete Christian Kemp, viagra 40mg as well as re-signing 2012 Ironman World Champion Leanda Cave, each for one year.

Kemp and Cave will be sporting the latest technology compression garments from SKINS, designed for maximum activity performance and quick recovery. Kemp will wear a two piece triathlon suit with the SKINS logo on the front throughout the 2014 triathlon season, beginning this weekend at Ironman Melbourne – where he finished in the top ten, eighth overall.

2012 Ironman World Champion Leanda Cave will sport a SKINS’ triathlon suit with a rear zip.

“We’re proud to welcome Christian Kemp to the SKINS family, as well as extend our already existing partnership with Leana,” said Dani Said, Senior Marketing Director, SKINS North America. “These relationships exemplify our commitment in outfitting the world’s elite endurance athletes with the latest advances in compression wear, helping them achieve their ultimate goal on race day.”

In 2010, after working in finance in his native Australia, Kemp opted for a career as a professional triathlete, quickly establishing himself as one of the most recognized athletes in his sport. Kemp kicked off the 2013 season in fine fashion, beating a stellar pro field at the inaugural Auckland (New Zealand) Ironman 70.3 race to be crowned Asia-Pacific Champion.

“SKINS is the compression choice for me thanks to the brand’s dedication to research and development, as well as a relentless pursuit of superior quality compression garments”, said Kemp. “Having suffered from a number of injuries throughout my triathlon career, I rely on the most advanced technology in compression and recovery, which is what SKINS gives me each and every day I train to be the best athlete I can be.”

Leanda Cave added: “I love SKINS because they combine the benefits of compression into active sports clothing. Its research has helped benefit me in not only my training efforts, but on race day as well.”

ATP Renew FedEx Sponsorship

The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) have announced today an extension of their partnership with shipping giant, FedEx.

The American company will continue its sponsorship as a global Platinum Partner of the ATP World Tour.

Under the agreement, FedEx maintains an international sponsorship programme for 17 tournaments across 13 countries, including the season-ending Barclays ATP World Tour Finals. 

In 2013, the FedEx sponsored tournaments delivered record global exposure, reaching a dedicated TV audience of 485 million viewers, as well as 2 million spectators on-site.  

“FedEx has been a terrific sponsor of the ATP World Tour since 2010 and we’re delighted to continue our relationship,” said Laurent Delanney, ATP Commercial Director. “An association with an industry leader like FedEx reflects the strength and widespread appeal of our worldwide Tour. FedEx also provides valuable support to our organisation and our members in handling various logistical matters inherent to the global nature of our year-long Tour.”  

“The ATP World Tour has been an effective way for FedEx to engage in the community and connect with our customers on a global level,” said Raj Subramaniam, executive vice president of Marketing and Communications at FedEx Services. “As a sponsor of the Tour, we are delighted to participate in the excitement and passion of tournament tennis.”

The FedEx renewal represents the ATP’s ninth sponsorship agreement in the last two years, a period of sustained commercial success for the ATP.   

“ATP commercial revenues have increased 200% since 2009 when a number of structural changes were made to the Tour,” said Delanney. “The continued growth of our fan base, with TV viewership of the ATP World Tour up more than 75% since 2008 is a testament to the generations of iconic athletes who have transcended our sport, as well as the strength of our global platform of tournaments.”

The announcement follows ATP’s recent partnership extension with ENEL.

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Golf Pride Named New Supplier of PGA

The Professional Golfers Association have announced Golf Pride as a new official supplier. 

As part of the arrangement, seek the leading grip manufacturer will also present an award to the leading assistant professional in the equipment and technology category at the annual PGA Graduation ceremony.

In addition Golf Pride will take centre stage in the PGA Training Academy’s own simulated PGA professional shop which is used to hone the marketing and retail skills of PGA assistants coming through the three year foundation degree programme at its PING House headquarters at the Belfry.

The company is also set to dispense its skill and expertise by creating online webinars and e-learning solutions for both PGA Members and a larger consumer audience.

“We are delighted to have signed this agreement with The PGA and firmly believe it will be beneficial to both parties,” said Conor Dillon, Golf Pride’s regional manager for Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

“By aligning ourselves with the PGA Professional we hope to highlight the importance and benefits of re-gripping and significantly grow the size of the re-gripping market.

“Not only is it important for the end customer, but it can also be a vital source of revenue to the retailer.

“Ultimately the agreement can only raise awareness of the Golf Pride range and help PGA Professionals to sell more grips.”

“Every golfer needs clubs that have grips in tip top condition and we are delighted to welcome Golf Pride into our official supplier programme,” added Robert Maxfield, The PGA’s joint chief operating officer and property and commercial director.

NFL’s Jordan Campbell & Athlete Shawn Crawford Endorse Apparel Brand

Sports apparel manufacturer 1st Round Athletics has signed endorsement deals with with Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jordan Campbell and Olympic sprint athlete Shawn Crawford.

Between 2004 and 2008, erectile Olympic Sprinter Shawn Crawford received not only two silver medals for the 200 meter and 4×100 meter relay, drugs but an Olympic gold medal for the 200 meter sprint.

“Every advantage you can get is worth it,” said Crawford. “energyDNA gives me that advantage for me to be the best in the world. It’s apparel that gives back. If you don’t get with the program, you’re going to be left behind.”

At the age of 25, after playing for USC for three years and logging a pair of 100-tackle seasons at NCAA Division II New Mexico Highlands, Jordan Campbell started his career with the Cincinnati Bengals as a linebacker and recently signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.

“After wearing 1st Round energyDNA for the past 6 weeks, I can’t believe how much my performance has increased,” adds Campbell. “I’ve become stronger, faster, and more explosive.”

Vision Surveys Secures Naming Rights to Airlie Beach Race Week

The Whitsunday Sailing Club has announced Vision Surveys as its new naming rights sponsor of Airlie Beach Race Week.

Whitsunday Sailing Club Commodore and Race Week Chairman Jim Hayes said he is thrilled to welcome the local survey business and directors Brian Forrester and David Wilson onboard in the 25th anniversary year of the event.

“We are very excited to work beside Vision Surveys this year to put on a very special regatta for our sailors, clinic ” Mr Hayes said, “we are known to have real people, real sailing and real fun”.

Forrester added: “Airlie Beach Race Week brings together everything we love about this area – tropical sailing on clean waters, with amazing scenery and wildlife, together with the real party atmosphere for which Airlie Beach is famous,” Mr Forrester said.

“This place has been really good to us and has supported our business for many years, so it’s great to be giving something back to show our appreciation,” he said.

With plenty of interest surrounding the 25th anniversary, Whitsunday Sailing Club is expecting the biggest event to date in 2014, with Vision Surveys welcoming the participants.

“We look forward to welcoming the entrants, crew and support teams for the visiting yachties to Airlie Beach, and encourage all local business operators to get behind this 25th annual race week and make it a memorable event for locals and visitors alike,” Mr Forrester said.

Airlie Beach Race Week will run from 8-15 August 2014

Janssen Named Official Cardiovascular Partner of NASCAR

NASCAR announced today that Janssen Pharmaceuticals, capsule Inc., ambulance has been named the new Official Cardiovascular Partner of NASCAR.

“We are encouraged to see Janssen Pharmaceuticals’ level of dedication to helping fans affected by blood clots, purchase ” said Jim O’Connell, NASCAR chief sales officer. “We welcome them to the NASCAR family, not only as an Official Partner but also as a race entitlement and team sponsor.” 

Blood clots have hit close to home for the NASCAR community. Brian Vickers, full-time driver of the No. 55 Aaron’s Dream Machine Toyota for Michael Waltrip Racing in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, recently overcame his second episode with the condition. Having completed his treatment with XARELTO and being cleared by his physician, Brian is now competing again in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and is currently 18th in points, with a top-10 finish at the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway on Sunday, March 16. 

“I’m so grateful for all of the fans who have reached out to me to show their support,” said Vickers. “When I had my first deep vein thrombosis in 2010, I did everything I could to treat it and get back to racing. It worked, but the drug I was prescribed required me to have my blood drawn a lot and avoid certain foods. The second blow came when I developed another clot last year. While it was hard to be away from the track until I completed my treatment, I was relieved that this time around my doctor prescribed me XARELTO, which didn’t require me to have my blood checked regularly or change my diet.” 

Brian Vickers will be competing at the Auto Club Speedway in a custom TREATMYCLOT.COM Aaron’s Dream Machine Toyota Camry co-sponsored by Janssen on March 23, 2014.

Pittsburgh Pirates Partners with Local Brewing Company

Major League Baseball franchise Pittsburgh Pirates today announced a multi-year partnership with Pittsburgh Brewing Company.

The beer producer will offer fans in the Pittsburgh market Pirates themed cans throughout the summer of 2014. The Pirates branded cans will feature one of three Pirates designs and will be available in 30-packs throughout the season.

The Pirates and Pittsburgh Brewing will also unveil the I.C. Light Landing at PNC Park. The newly branded area in the left field bleachers area will provide Pittsburgh Brewing with a unique designated location in the ballpark to add to the game day fan experience. The space will include I.C. Light branding, discount in-bowl signage and will have an I.C. Light stand to sell the new Pirates branded cans during all home games.

“Pittsburgh Brewing Company is very pleased to have had the opportunity to extend our sponsorship agreement with the Pittsburgh Pirates, unhealthy ” said Brian Walsh, CEO of Pittsburgh Brewing Company. “The extension allows Iron City Brands the ability to make this sponsorship the corner stone of our spring and summer marketing plans and add to the PNC Park experience at the point of connection.”

Pittsburgh Brewing will unveil three Pirates designed I.C. Light cans throughout the year, with the first can design released this month (March) and the remaining two released during the season. The two remaining designs will be available exclusively to Pirates fans at the I.C. Light Landing area a day before the cans go to distributors.

As part of the promotion of the cans, Pittsburgh Brewing Company will launch their “95 Days of Summer” promotion.

Pacific Street Car Association Secures Apparel Sponsor

The Pacific Street Car Association and Kenzevich Motorsports are partnering with ‘Got Racing?’ Apparel, a brand that will be marketed to drag racers and drag racing fans.

The clothing line has been named as an associate sponsor of the Kenevich Wild Street Mustang starting with this weekend’s Chris Alston’s Chassisworks NorCal Nationals. “The company is thrilled to be with us and we will do our best to bring home a trophy for them,” said Kenzevich Motorsports owner Jason Kenzevich.

“It’s very exciting to be with this company on the ground floor and watch it grow,” said PSCA President Mel Roth. “They will market several of our cars and we will not only sell their products at our events, but in our online store as well at PSCARacing.com so fans all over the world can represent ‘Got Racing?’ and PSCA.”