Samsung Acquire Title Sponsorship Rights to Surfing’s ASP World Championship

South Korean electronics giant Samsung has been named the title sponsorship of premier surfing tournament, site the ASP World Championship Tour.

The 2014 Samsung Galaxy ASP World Championship Tour will commence its 21-event international series on March 1 with the Quiksilver and Roxy Pro Gold Coast.

“From the beginning, cialis our goal has been to elevate the platform of this tremendous sport through top-of-class media and sponsor partnerships,” Paul Speaker, ASP CEO, said. “Samsung is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere, an ideal partner for professional surfing. Samsung will help us deliver a world-class experience for our athletes and fans. We are honored to have Samsung partner with us to celebrate the world’s best surfers in the world’s best waves.”

Nike to Sponsor University Boat Race

Nike has been announced as the Official Performance Wear Partner of The BNY Mellon Boat Race and The Newton Women’s Boat Race for 2014.

In addition to producing the race and training kit for the men’s and women’s crews, Nike has acquired licensing rights to develop and retail branded merchandise.

The merchandise will include Oxford and Cambridge University Boat Club and Women’s Boat Club Kit, as well as a collection celebrating The 160th Boat Race.

David Searle, Executive Director at BCRL commented: “We are delighted to announce the new partnership with Nike for 2014. The relationship with the world’s leading global sports brand highlights the international appeal of this iconic event. This signifies another important step in the development of the event and we are looking forward to working closely with Nike in the future.”

The Newton Women’s Boat Race takes place on 30th March and The BNY Mellon Boat Race on 6th April 2014.

Adidas Expands UEFA Deal to Include Match Ball Rights

UEFA have expanded their parthership with German sports apparel giant adidas for the European Qualifiers from 2014 to 2017.

With the new deal adidas will become the official match ball supplier for the Qualifiers. 

Following the announcements of Carlsberg, generic Socar and Continental as Official Partners, pills adidas joins the programme as the Official Ball Supplier. With the European Qualifiers due to begin in September, cheap UEFA can expect to see other commercial partners coming on board in the coming months.

Guy-Laurent Epstein, Marketing Director of UEFA Events SA, commented: “As a long-standing partner of UEFA whose equipment has been tried and tested for decades across the biggest stages in football, adidas are the ideal company to have on board as the Official Ball Supplier for the European Qualifiers. We look forward to them being at the heart of the action once the matches kick-off in September this year.”

Claus-Peter Mayer, Vice President Global Sports Marketing Football of adidas, added: “adidas are committed to the development of global football and are delighted to be reaffirming our presence across the European national team game by becoming the official match ball supplier for the European Qualifiers. With the new move towards centralisation, we are delighted that our world class products will be at the heart of the competition from day one.”

American Ethanol Partners with Richard Childress Racing for 2014 Season

American Ethanol has announced a partnership with Richard Childress Racing and driver Austin Dillon for the 2014 NASCAR season.

Beginning with the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Phoenix International Raceway on March 2, Dillon will race the No. 3 American Ethanol Chevrolet SS in select races during the 2014 season.

“American Ethanol is extremely pleased to once again partner with Austin Dillon, Richard Childress and the entire RCR team to help promote a sustainable homegrown American fuel that is better for our environment, reduces our dependence on foreign oil and creates jobs right here in the U.S., while revitalizing rural economies across America and save consumers at the pump,” said Tom Buis, CEO of Growth Energy.

“We want to show consumers coast-to-coast there is a great alternative to imported oil and our association with NASCAR and RCR is doing that extremely well,” said Jon Holzfaster, a Paxton, NE farmer and chairman of the National Corn Growers Association’s NASCAR Advisory Committee. “Ethanol is also responsible for bringing a rural renaissance from Main Street to the family farm.”

American Ethanol will also serve as a major associate sponsor for Dillon’s No. 3 Chevrolet for the full 2014 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season joining Dow, Cheerios, Realtree Outdoors, Bass Pro Shops and the University of Northwestern Ohio.

“Homegrown biofuels like American Ethanol have stepped up to help our nation’s economy,” said Dillon. “NASCAR drivers have run more than 5 million competitive miles on Sunoco Green E15 and I know we will reach even more milestones together. I am proud to wear the American Ethanol colors in NASCAR and I hope I can bring them to Victory Lane in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series in 2014.”

Carsforsale.com Sponsor Landon Cassill for Daytona Speedweeks

Carsforsale.com have announced a partnership with NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Landon Cassill at Daytona Speedweeks. 

As part of this exciting, new partnership, Carsforsale.com has become the primary sponsor for Hillman Racing’s No. 40 Chevrolet SS which started in Thursday night’s Daytona Duel No. 2 Qualifying Race, which lead to Cassill qualifying for the 56th running of the Daytona 500.

Cassill commented on the deal: “Being from a family that is in the car business, it’s a privilege to represent a company like Carsforsale.com, that sees a value in NASCAR.”

“Carsforsale.com is proud to sponsor the No. 40 car, driven by Landon Cassill this weekend,” explained Sean Coffman, the CEO of Carsforsale.com. “For us, this is a way to say thanks to our subscribing dealers across the country.  

“We are excited to see the Carsforsale.com Car circle the track throughout the weekend on national television, and we are confident of landing a starting position in the Daytona 500 on Sunday.  We hope for a fun and safe weekend for the drivers and millions of NASCAR fans across the country.  Most of all, best of luck to Landon in the No. 40 Carsforsale.com Car!”

LendingTree to Sponsor Swan Racing for Daytona 500

Swan Racing have announced today that LendingTree, an online loan marketplace, will sponsor the No. 30 Toyota and Parker Kligerman for the Daytona 500.

The Daytona 500, NASCAR’s biggest race, will be held this Sunday February 23 at the Daytona International Speedway and will be broadcast live on FOX.

“The No. 30 LendingTree Toyota is ready to roll and we are looking forward to getting on track beginning with tonight’s Budweiser DUEL qualifying race and then Sunday’s Daytona 500,” said Kligerman.

The Budweiser DUEL consist of two 150 mile qualifying races held tonight at 7 p.m. ET in Daytona and will be broadcast live on FOX Sports 1. Kligerman, who is also a Sunoco Rookie of the Year candidate, will compete in the first race. LendingTree, based in Charlotte, N.C., allows borrowers to fill out one form online and receive multiple offers from different lenders who compete for their business.

“We’re extremely excited to partner with Swan Racing in our first–ever involvement with NASCAR, and proud to support rookie driver Parker Kligerman at Daytona,” said Doug Lebda, LendingTree’s founder CEO. “LendingTree’s primary focus is to empower individuals, whether that’s empowering borrowers against big banks or empowering up-and-coming drivers against more established race teams.”

Tyrepower Becomes Title Sponsor of V8 Supercars’ Tasmania 400

Tyrepower has become the title sponsor of the Tasmania 400, considered Tasmania’s largest annual sporting event, from March 28 to 30.

The famous Australian tyre retailer has been announced as the official naming rights partner of Tasmania’s V8 Supercar weekend in a joint partnership for both major Australian brands.

V8 Supercars Director – Promoted Events Mark Perry said it was a great new partnership that gelled with V8 Supercars as a brand and a sport.

“Tyrepower prides itself on customer service and we at V8 Supercars are similar in that we strive to provide the best in sporting entertainment in Australia and New Zealand,” Perry said.

“It is a very fitting partnership which is sure to further develop the closer we work with Tyrepower.”

Tyrepower Chief Executive Officer David Wilson said the tyre retailer was looking forward to coming on board with V8 Supercars.

“Tyrepower is very excited to be stepping up to the starting grid as naming rights sponsor for the Tyrepower Tasmania 400,” said Mr Wilson.

“We would like to thank the Tasmanian Government, V8 Supercars Australia, sponsors, volunteers, teams and drivers for their hard work in putting together a fantastic experience.

“We also thank you, the V8 Supercars fans. Many of you are Tyrepower customers whose passion for this sport (and your cars), helps keep our Tyrepower members in business. That’s right, all Tyrepower stores are run by owner operators.”

Phoenix Suns Seal Arizona Rattlers Marketing Deal

National Basketball Association (NBA) franchise Phoenix Suns have announced a new marketing partnership with the Arena Football League’s (AFL) Arizona Rattlers.

The agreement is one of a limited number of partnerships between a professional sports franchise and an AFL team.

The two teams already share a unique relationship as the Rattlers were owned by the Suns organization from its inception in 1992 until 2005. Since separating, viagra sale the two teams have continued to share US Airways Center as their home playing venue. Now nine years later, generic the teams have joined forces once again.

“We are thrilled to partner with the Phoenix Suns organization, viagra coupon ” said Rattlers majority owner Ron Shurts. “It is an honor to support the longest-running professional sports franchise in the Valley and it is only natural that our two organizations come together again. We look forward to uniting our fans and connecting with the community in a new and exciting way.”

“The Suns are excited to be a part of this unique partnership with the four-time ArenaBowl Champion Arizona Rattlers,” said Suns President Jason Rowley. “Between our long-standing relationship and both teams’ dedication to providing fans with exceptional service and entertainment, this partnership is a natural fit.”

Highlighting the partnership is a redesign of the Phoenix Suns Gorilla Greenhouse to include “Gorilla and Friends” where the Rattlers’ mascot Stryker joins the Gorilla and Phoenix Mercury’s Scorch in the play area located in the upper concourse. The Rattlers branding includes an interactive football game to be projected on the floor for children to enjoy during both NBA and AFL games. It also features multiple video screens and a collage of photos showcasing the exciting atmosphere of Rattlers football.

In addition to the Gorilla Greenhouse re-design, Rattlers signage and promotions will air on the video screens during Suns games and the team will host a monthly Lucky Row contest where fans of one lucky row will win a Rattlers Fan Pack.

Huddersfield Town Seals New Commercial Deal with Louise Woollard Financial

Huddersfield Town have announced Financial planner Louise Woollard Financial has joined the English Championship club as a commercial partner.

The 18 month partnership will see Louise conduct financial planning workshops with the Club’s Academy players to offer advice and guidance. 

The Yorkshire-based financial advisor has previous experience of working with the Club, anesthetist | when the company sponsored the Town Foundation’s Ladies Who Lunch event. 

This new partnership with the Club will also involve sponsorship and events; Louise Woollard Financial is set to sponsor the Players’ Young Player of the Year award at the Club’s Annual Awards ceremony at the end of the season. 

Huddersfield Town Commercial Director, capsule Sean Jarvis, said: “We are delighted that Louise Woollard Financial have accepted our offer to come on board as a partner of the Club. Louise is very well respected in the field of financial services and we are glad that we are partnering with someone who shares the same values as our Club. We look forward to working with Louise Woollard Financial for the foreseeable future and welcome her into the Town family of partners.” 

Louise Woollard, Senior Partner at Louise Woollard Financial, commented: “I am delighted to become a club partner of Huddersfield Town. I come from a family of avid Huddersfield Town fans going right back to the glorious 1920s and I myself have been attending Town games since the Leeds Road days. The Club is very much in my blood and I am looking forward to working with Huddersfield Town and other partners for the foreseeable future. I am particularly looking forward to working with the flourishing Academy as I believe that a sound financial plan at the start of your career is a platform to a successful future.”

Portland Trail Blazers Sign Back with Ticketmaster

Ticketmaster, a division of Live Nation Entertainment, announced today a long-term partnership with the Portland Trail Blazers and the Rose Quarter, which includes the team’s home arena, the Moda Center and the adjacent Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

The Trail Blazers return to Ticketmaster’s ticketing services, rejoining 25 of NBA teams already leveraging Ticketmaster’s platform. Trail Blazers fans will have a comprehensive online ticketing destination that will offer them all of the available ticket options for upcoming games.

“We are pleased to return to Ticketmaster at such an opportune time for our company, venues and fans,” said Chris McGowan, president and CEO of the Portland Trail Blazers and Moda Center. “As we continue to look to the future of digital ticketing, extensive data and analytics, it is clear that Ticketmaster has the vision and capacity to help us achieve our goals and drive our business forward. Ticketmaster’s ongoing investment in their technology continues to deliver industry-leading, innovative products.”

“We are pushing the envelope in product development, delivering more products and services in the last 18 months than in the entire history of the company and we are delighted to bring the Trail Blazers back on to the system and provide the team and their fans the very best ticketing experience possible,” said Jared Smith, president of Ticketmaster North America.

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