Moss Bros to be England’s Suit Supplier for 2013 Rugby League World Cup

England Rugby League have announced that Moss Bros will be the national team’s official formal suit supplier for Rugby League World Cup 2013. 

The menswear specialist founded in 1851 will also supply suits for all the male staff involved in the Rugby League World Cup 2013 operations team.

The extended partnership builds on the successful relationship established between England and Moss Bros in 2012 and will involve England full-back Sam Tomkins becoming the face of the Moss Bespoke collection and a brand ambassador for 2013 and 2014. 

RFL Director of Performance and Coaching Jon Roberts said: “We are delighted that Moss Bros have agreed to continue their association with the England team as we head into the Rugby League World Cup. 

“Our performance programmes are designed to ensure the England players are the best they can be when they pull on the national jersey: this partnership with Moss Bros will mean all the England personnel also look their best off the field.” 

In an agreement that emphasises the British heritage of both parties, viagra the England squad have opted for a two-piece suit in navy from the retailer’s prestigious made-to-measure service, Moss Bespoke. 

To promote the partnership and RLWC2013, Sam Tomkins has been supplied with a versatile wardrobe befitting his many formal appearances throughout the season and the tournament. 

Sam Tomkins said: “The Moss Bespoke collection is fantastic so I am looking forward to my role as brand ambassador over the coming months. I am spending more and more time in suits at the moment so at least I know I will be well turned out from now on!”

Moss Bros will dress all the male official staff for the Rugby League World Cup 2013 in the brand’s Dehavilland collection – a durable ready to wear collection that is perfect for daily workwear throughout the tournament. 

RLWC2013 General Manager Sally Bolton said: “Our preparations for Rugby League World Cup 2013 are at an advanced stage and it is especially pleasing that we have secured a brand as prestigious as Moss Bros as suit supplier for the tournament’s male staff.” 

Commenting on the sponsorship agreement, Moss Bros Commercial and Operations Director Jemima Bird said: “Moss Bros are delighted to be dressing the England squad for the second consecutive season and the fact that the suits are made from British cloth is especially fitting with the RLWC2013 being hosted on home turf.”

Juventus Announce Samsung Partnership

South Korean electronics company Samsung have signed a three-year sponsorship agreement with Serie A giants Juventus.

The agreement will see Samsung provide the club with a host of state-of-the-art equipment, asthma installing televisions, plasma screens and a 16-screen ultra HD video wall at Juventus Stadium and Juventus Training Center.

Presenting the partnership was Juventus CEO Giuseppe Marotta: “We’re proud to have consolidated our rapport with Samsung. Being alongside other top European teams makes us particularly proud and encourages us to continue our work with even greater passion and determination.”

Carlo Barlocco, Senior Vice President of Samsung Electronics Italy, added: “We share the same values: innovation, leadership, performance and excellence. This new partnership will enable us to pursue even more exciting new challenges and objectives together.”

In addition, Juventus College students will have tablets, notebooks and interactive whiteboards made available to them in the classroom as they combine their academic studies with sporting activity.

The partnership will also be extended to the club’s medical department, which will be able to take advantage of the latest hi-tech equipment developed by the South Korean company.

Juventus will join the likes of Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Olympiacos and Real Madrid who have partnered with the brand.

Boxer Anthony Joshua to Endorse LA Muscle

British supplement and nutrition brand LA Muscle has announced today it will sponsor super-heavyweight Olympic gold medallist boxer Anthony Joshua MBE.

Through the partnership, Anthony will train using a range of LA Muscle supplements and protein following a thorough nutrition plan put together by the brand and its team of nutritionists.

23-year-old Anthony Joshua who hails from Watford and was a late starter to boxing, catapulted to success in 2012 following his Olympic victory. Anthony signed ahead of his debut fight against unbeaten Italian Emanuele Leo this weekend at the O2 Arena in London where he defeated his component within just 3 minutes.

“We are thrilled to welcome Anthony to the LA Muscle team as he embarks on the start of his professional super-heavyweight campaign”, says LA Muscle MD, Feroz Sadique. “Joshua has already proven himself as a great ambassador for British sport and we’re excited to watch, and be a part of his career progress over the next year and beyond.”

Anthony added: “Having LA Muscle in my corner was a real boost ahead of my professional debut. It’s important for me to have the right nutrition in place to help me achieve my goal of being the best I can be. I’m looking forward to working with the team following a positive start at the O2 on Saturday night.”

Chip Ganassi Racing Inks Deals with Chevrolet & NTT Data

Chevrolet has entered into an agreement with Chip Ganassi Racing Teams to compete in IndyCar Series competition beginning next season.

Chip Ganassi Racing Teams has won 93 races, viagra 40mg including four in the Indianapolis 500, sick and nine championships since its founding in 1990. 

“Chip’s teams have been a dominant force in open wheel racing for a long time, and we are looking forward to working together in IndyCar,” said Jim Campbell, Vice President of Performance Vehicles and Motorsports. “In addition, it will be great to be partnered with Chip and his organization in both open-wheel and stock-car racing.”

Chevrolet and Earnhardt Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates have been partners in stock-car racing since 2009. 

“This decision makes a lot of sense for us for a number of reasons,” said Chip Ganassi, Owner of Chip Ganassi Racing Teams. “We feel Chevrolet has done a great job in their return to the IndyCar Series and because of our existing relationship with them in NASCAR. There are a lot of synergies that we will be able to realize in working with the same manufacturer across the two series. We are thrilled.” 

Chevrolet returned to IndyCar racing as an engine manufacturer in 2012 with a new program focusing on the Chevrolet 2.2 liter direct-injected, twin turbo IndyCar V6, and won 11 of 15 races, and won the IZOD IndyCar Series Manufacturers’ Championship, the overall Driver’s Championship (Ryan Hunter-Reay), Driver’s Oval Track Championship (Hunter-Reay) and Driver’s Road-Course Championship (Will Power).

Tony Kanaan will join Chip Ganassi Racing Teams starting in 2014. Kanaan’s IndyCar career includes 16 wins, 11 poles, the 2004 Series’ championship, and he is the reigning Indianapolis 500 champion.

NTT DATA to Sponsor CGR

NTT DATA, a leading global IT services provide, has also announced a sponsorship deal with Chip Ganassi Racing Teams. 

John McCain, President and CEO, NTT DATA, Inc., said: “Expanding our relationship with the Ganassi Racing Team was only natural given the success we’ve had together during the 2013 season. Their focus and dedication to put a winning team on the track each and every race is a great example for our clients and our employees. And now with the experience and energy that Tony brings to the program, we can’t wait for the 2014 season to begin.”

Kaiser Permanente Named Medical Provider of Sacramento Kings for New Season

Kaiser Permanente has been named as the Sacramento Kings medical provider beginning with the 2013-14 NBA season

Under this agreement, Kaiser Permanente sports medicine physicians, orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, nutritionists, and health fitness specialists will provide Kings players with high-quality care throughout the season.

Kaiser Permanente has been a health care provider for employees of the Kings organization for 20 years, and this partnership expands the long-term relationship with the team by actively supporting the total health needs of Kings players.

“We are thrilled to have Kaiser Permanente as an even bigger part of our team,” said Sacramento Kings President and Chief Operating Officer Chris Granger. “They have been one of our great partners with our employees, and now they will begin working with our players. We look forward to continuing to grow this relationship.”

“With 82 regular season games and countless practices and workouts, the physical demands on the players are tremendous,” said Dr. Jason Brayley, Kaiser Permanente’s chief of Sports Medicine. “We look forward to providing the players with top-notch care so they can be at their best—both on and off the court.”

As the greater Sacramento region’s leading health care provider and a sponsorship partner for the season, Kaiser Permanente will also work closely with the Kings organization on a wide range of community health initiatives. This includes the Get Fit Timeout program in which Kings players, coaches, and local celebrities will join Kaiser Permanente clinicians to show local youth the importance of healthy eating and active living.

Additionally, Kaiser Permanente will sponsor the Kings annual Rhythm ‘N Rims event in downtown Sacramento on Oct. 13, benefiting 15 regional nonprofits. Kaiser Permanente will also work with the Kings organization to expand healthy food options available for fans at Sleep Train Arena, the team’s home venue.

“We are excited about our expanded partnership with the Kings, and look forward to working closely with them to help improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve,” said Ed Glavis, Kaiser Permanente senior vice president and area manager.

Philadelphia Marathon Secures First Ever Title Sponsor

The Philadelphia Marathon will feature a new title sponsor with Gore-Tex technology coming on board. 

One of the city’s premier events will have a new official name, the Gore-Tex Philadelphia Marathon.

The marathon’s association with Gore-Tex “is a winner, clearly, for us,” Mayor Michael Nutter said, because it “raises the city’s profile across the nation and world.”

The marathon has never had a title sponsor since its debut in 1994. Gore-Tex will pay a total of $600,000 to have the honor for three years.

Gore-Tex is a product line manufactured by W.L. Gore & Associates in Delaware and used in apparel, including shoes, that keeps out moisture while allowing heat and sweat to escape, said Gore-Tex executive Kirk Christensen.

The theme for the three-day festival beginning Nov. 15 will be “20 years for the love of running,” the mayor said.

It will include a health expo that Friday at the Convention Center, and an 8K run and a children’s fun run that Saturday, and will culminate that Sunday in a full marathon and a half-marathon.

In the wake of the April 15 Boston Marathon bombings that killed three people and injured hundreds, security will be a primary concern.

Just as the city did in May’s 34th annual Broad Street Run, “we will take the necessary measures to make sure that folks are safe,” Nutter said.

Meriton Renews Sponsorship of NRL’s Wests Tigers

National Rugby League (NRL) team Wests Tigers have extended their partnership with Meriton, discount a leading Australian property developer, allergy as the Club’s major sponsor for 2014.

The deal is more good news for Wests Tigers after the recent announcement of a tenancy at ANZ Stadium.

Proud sponsors of the Wests Tigers NRL side for the past three seasons, Meriton were also the inaugural major sponsor of the Club in season 2000.

Club Deputy Chairman Nick Di Girolamo secured the deal with Meriton Chairman and Managing Director, Harry Triguboff and was thrilled with the outcome of the negotiations.

“I am very pleased to confirm that I met with Mr. Triguboff on Friday afternoon. We had a thorough discussion about the future plans for Wests Tigers,” Di Girolamo said.

“At the conclusion of that discussion we agreed on terms for Meriton to remain as our long-standing major sponsor for 2014.

“I think it demonstrates that Mr. Triguboff, who is a very astute businessman, is confident that as a Club we are headed in the right direction.

“We are grateful to him and Meriton for the continued support of our great Club.”

Mr. Triguboff expressed his delight at extending Meriton’s partnership with Wests Tigers.

“Meriton has been with the Wests Tigers from the beginning and we feel that the new direction of the Club will result with a much improvement,” Triguboff said.

“We have many good young players whom we must keep.

“I am very grateful for the work of Benji Marshall and I am sure that Robbie Farah will be an inspiration to the young players.”

Meriton will feature on the Wests Tigers new playing strips for the 2014 season as the Club embarks on its 15th season in the NRL.

Ricky Bobby Sports Saloon to Sponsor AAA Texas 500 Pre-race Show

Fort Worth’s Ricky Bobby Sports Saloon and Restaurant will serve as the title sponsor for the AAA Texas 500 pre-race show featuring O.A.R. on Sunday, Nov. 3, at Texas Motor Speedway.

Ricky Bobby Sports Saloon and Restaurant Pre-Race Show featuring O.A.R. will begin at 12:20 p.m. CT – 1 hour, 40 minutes prior to the start of the AAA Texas 500 Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup race – and be highlighted with a one-hour concert with the rock band formally known as Of A Revolution. O.A.R., who has sold more than two million albums since releasing its first in 1997, has produced a number of hits, including its popular 2008 single “Shattered,” which was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Other hits include “Love and Memories,” “Heard The World,” “Lay Down,” “This Town” and “Heaven.”

Ricky Bobby Sports Saloon and Restaurant, located at 2200 NE Loop 820 in Fort Worth, also will serve as the site for the official after party for the AAA Texas 500.

“We are delighted to partner with Texas Motor Speedway on this event because it ties in perfectly with the NASCAR theme of Ricky Bobby Sports Saloon,” said Eric Langan, president of RB Restaurants Inc., the company that owns the restaurant/sports bar. “We are looking forward to hosting the official party after the NASCAR Sprint Series and O.A.R. concert. We couldn’t be more convenient because we’re located just down the road.”

Pinnacle Propane Sponsors Texas Motor Speedway

Irving-based Pinnacle Propane has joined the Texas Motor Speedway family of sponsors and will serve as the pole qualifying title sponsor for the upcoming AAA Texas 500 NASCAR tripleheader weekend.

The Pinnacle Propane Qualifying Days will encompass all three NASCAR series that will be competing at Texas Motor Speedway, beginning Friday, Nov. 1, with the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and Camping World Truck Series and concluding Saturday, Nov. 2, with the Nationwide Series.

“Pinnacle Propane is excited to sponsor the Pinnacle Propane Qualifying Days at Texas Motor Speedway,” Pinnacle Propane President and Senior Vice President of JP Energy Partners Chris Hill said. “Propane, Texas Motor Speedway and NASCAR are a great fit and we look forward to fueling the weekend for NASCAR fans during the November race weekend.”

Pinnacle Propane Qualifying Days will begin with the Camping World Truck Series pole qualifying for the WinStar World Casino 350 at 2:10 p.m. CT on Friday, Nov. 1. The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series will follow that afternoon with pole qualifying for the AAA Texas 500 beginning at 3:40 p.m. Pinnacle Propane Qualifying Days continue Saturday, Nov. 2, with Nationwide Series pole qualifying for the O’Reilly Auto Parts Challenge.

In addition to serving as the qualifying title sponsor, Pinnacle Propane also will assist the thousands of campers with their propane needs throughout race weekend. Campers will be able to text “REFILL” to 96362 and a representative will deliver or refill their propane tank. Campers also can visit the Pinnacle Propane display, located next to the Brookshire’s Campground Store, to exchange their propane tank.

Invacare to Support the Wheelchair Football Association

Invacare have announced they will sponsor the Wheelchair Football Association England team training camps for the forthcoming season in 2013-14.  

The company will provide additional support with a product technician who will be on hand at most of the training camps to provide a repair and maintenance service.

The series of training camps kicks off this weekend at the English Football Association state of the art training facility at St. George’s Park Football Centre near Burton-on-Trent.  

Invacare’s ambassador, therapy Huw Roderick commented:  “We are delighted to support the WFA and the England team training weekend.  We hope to be involved in this type of activity on a more regular basis and intend to support both Premiership and Championship league weekends in the forthcoming seasons.”

Invacare is a key sponsor of the WFA in the UK, drugs and in 2012 Invacare Europe signed a 2 year deal as the official partner of FIPFA.  Invacare was the first historical sponsor of FIPFA in 2006 and is proud of its role in the development of power chair football.