Andrew Luck to Endorse Headphone Brand Klipsch

With the new National Football League (NFL) season fast approaching, prescription Klipsch, abortion a leading global speaker and headphone manufacturer, has announced Indianapolis Colts’ quarterback Andrew Luck as their official brand ambassador.

As part of the multi-year partnership, Luck will be incorporated heavily into the product development, marketing and social efforts serving the brand itself, as well as its headphones and home audio products. He will also work alongside Klipsch throughout the development of his own headphone series.

“When I first experienced Klipsch products, I was instantly impressed. I became even more interested in learning about the company when I found out it was based in Indianapolis,” said Luck. “Partnering with a local company is very important to me, and the fact that Klipsch makes the best sounding speakers and headphones I’ve ever heard adds great value to this collaboration.”

“You can imagine our excitement when Andrew reached out to us expressing his interest in our company and its products,” said Paul Jacobs, CEO of Klipsch. “As a staple in both the community and international sports arena, he will help play a major role in creating new opportunities for brand and product visibility. With our brand ideals aligned, this organically-developed relationship is one we look forward to having for years to come.”

Luck joins fellow Klipsch brand ambassadors that include teammate Robert Mathis (Indianapolis Colts), DeMar DeRozan (Toronto Raptors), Roy Hibbert (Indiana Pacers), Josef Newgarden (IndyCar) and Graham Rahal (IndyCar).

Prisma Joins Arizona Cardinals as Official Print Partner

Prisma, a leader in printing and marketing solutions, has agreed a partnership with NFL’s Arizona Cardinals as official print partner for the NFL franchise.

“Prisma has a deep roster of high profile clients, which gave us a high comfort level,” stated Michael Iaquinta, director, business development for the Arizona Cardinals. “But it was their impressive operation and capabilities that convinced us they’d be an excellent partner for the Team.” 

As the team’s print partner, Prisma will now produce all of the Cardinals collateral, which includes media guides, season ticket holder credentials, the team’s Kickoff game day magazine, and any new player and sponsorship imagery and signage displayed throughout the stadium. In addition, Prisma will provide data processing, printing and mailing for the Cardinals’ monthly direct mail promotions.

As part of the NFL’s new clear bag policy, Prisma printed a personalized letter to each ticket holder and packaged it with a clear plastic tote through its onsite mail house.

“There is a lot of detail behind the scenes that takes place to deliver the full fan experience,” explains Sandy Mattson, director of marketing strategy for Prisma. “As an Arizona-based business, we are proud to partner with the Cardinals and help make it happen.”

The company also provides its print on demand, data analytics, direct mail and grand format solutions to a number of sports franchises in the community, including the Phoenix Coyotes, Phoenix Suns, Arizona Diamondbacks and Phoenix International Raceway.

Visionworks to Sponsor The Barclays

Optical specialists Visionworks have activated their PGA Tour partnership by sponsoring the The Barclays, apoplectic which takes place August 19-25 at Liberty National Golf Course in Jersey City.

It is the latest event for Visionworks as the Official Eyewear Retailer of the PGA TOUR and Champions Tour.

New Jersey-based Visionworks Doctors of Optometry associates will be on-site during tournament week, providing free vision screenings and eye health information as well as fun giveaways. 

“Visionworks Doctors of Optometry has 22 convenient locations throughout the state, delivering high-quality eye care and eyewear with the same knowledgeable experts, and accepting the same insurance plans as always,” said Dr. Charlie Cummins, owner of New Jersey-based Visionworks Doctors of Optometry. “We are excited to participate in this year’s tournament and welcome the opportunity to get involved in and support the community through this event.”

Leicester Riders Sign Law Firm as Sponsor

British Basketball League (BBL) Champions Leicester Riders have appointed law firm, Edward Hands and Lewis (EHL) as their official solicitors.

Both proud members of the local community, EHL and the Leicester Riders will be working together supporting each other on a wide range of initiatives and opportunities.

Russell Levenston, Managing Director for the Leicester Riders, said: “We are really pleased to be working with EHL. There are currently a huge number of opportunities for the Club, including matters related to the new community sports Arena, the partnership on our accommodation block for young players in Loughborough, and, in the circumstances, having the right legal support is imperative to the future development of the Club. So getting the support of EHL is tremendously important to us.”

Jason Hathaway, Senior Partner at Edward Hands and Lewis, said: “We really are delighted to be working with the Riders. They are literally top of their game in the highest UK basketball league and we’re proud to working with such a great team. We’re going to be providing all their legal services and we’re looking forward to a bright and productive future with the team.”

Based in Leicester, Loughborough and Market Harborough, EHL service the whole of the county and undertake nationwide business as well.

Their services include Wills and Probate, Residential property, Family law, buying and selling businesses, commercial contracts and much more.

Everton Renews EA Sports Deal

EA SPORTS has extended its partnership with Everton FC to be the club’s official gaming partner until the end of the 2014/15 season.

With this partnership, the club’s home ground of Goodison Park will make its first appearance in FIFA 14. The announcement follows on from a successful partnership with the sports entertainment brand over the past two years.

Dan Holman, Head of UK Product Marketing, EA SPORTS said: “We’re delighted to extend our partnership with Everton and especially to be adding Goodison Park to the stadium roster in FIFA 14. This will ensure fans will get a completely authentic experience. We look forward to working closely with the club over the next two years.”

Everton’ s Commercial Director Dave Biggar said: “We’re delighted that EA SPORTS are once again joining our portfolio of official partners – and even more so that Goodison will make its debut in FIFA 14. The game is hugely popular so we have no doubt that Evertonians will be looking forward to playing inside the stadium, even if it is in a virtual sense.”

Kent Cricket Announce Godfreys Partnership

Kent County Cricket Club has announced a partnership with Godfreys.

As part of the deal, Godfreys Golf & Turf will provide a John Deere 2653B outfield mower and a John Deere X125 Ride-on Mower for maintaining off pitch areas for the rest of the season.

Godfreys’ Managing Director, Peter Bateman commented: “We look forward to running product days in Canterbury with Groundsmen and Green keepers alike.

“As a company with headquarters in Kent and with Godfreys 80 year heritage in the county, we are proud and delighted to be associated with Kent County Cricket Club and it’s iconic ground in Canterbury.”

Recently renamed, The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence has seen extensive redevelopment. The proceeds from the land redevelopment are being invested in improved facilities and new players, delivering a better visitor experience.

Jamie Clifford, Kent Cricket’s Chief Executive Officer commented; “The improvement in the finish and playing surface of the outfield as a result of the new John Deere 2653B mower is significant, as is the time now saved by using the ride-on mower for maintaining the non-pitch areas.

“We are delighted to be associated with Godfreys Golf & Turf and the John Deere brand they represent throughout the South-East.”

Bodog to Sponsor Chinese MMA Promotion Ruff 10

Bodog has signed a sponsorship deal with the Ranik Ultimate Fighting Federation (RUFF) to be exclusive online gaming partner of Ruff 10 held in Shanghai, China (August 2013).

Bodog Marketing Director Izhar Biran commented on the deal: “It’s great to have the brand back in MMA especially in Asia. We have seen RUFF getting more and more popular and so this event in Shanghai was one we wanted to get involved in. Should this work well we will look to expand our MMA portfolio once again.”

RUFF is the only sanctioned MMA organization in Mainland China. RUFF 10 is scheduled to start on August 24 at Shanghai Hongkou Indoor Coliseum and will be televised on nine channels in China.

Land Rover to Sponsor Team Wales Entry for Cardiff Leg of Extreme Sailing Series

Extreme Sailing Series’ main sponsor Land Rover has revealed it will support the local team as the Sailing series head to Cardiff in a weeks time.

The team will be named ‘Team Wales Land Rover’ and the crew will include some of Wales’ top sailing talent and Rio 2016 British Olympic hopefuls, the entry will mean a full starting grid on the Cardiff Bay Stadium Racecourse with a further team announcement to follow in the coming days.

Mark Cameron, Global Brand Experience Director of Land Rover commented, “It’s exciting times – this is the first time the Land Rover Extreme 40 will be racing in the Extreme Sailing Series as a competitor in this first year of our sponsorship of the global circuit. We are delighted to be supporting a predominantly Welsh youth team, some of whom have their sights firmly set on the Olympics in Rio in 2016, and to be supporting them racing in their home waters, particularly as the United Kingdom is the Headquarters of Land Rover.

Cabinet Member for Sport, Culture and Leisure, Cllr Ramesh Patel, said: “I am delighted that there will be a Team Wales at the Cardiff leg of the Extreme Sailing Series. Team Wales Land Rover will feature athletes from all parts of Wales. Demonstrating how important it is for us to host world class sailing to support and nurture home-grown talent.

“Team Wales Land Rover and all the other teams who are taking part are guaranteed a warm Welsh welcome during the four days of the competition. Good luck to all who are taking part.”

The Extreme Sailing Series Cardiff presented by Land Rover kicks off on Friday 23 August.

Audi to Title Sponsor Hong Kong to Vietnam Yacht Race

Luxury German automobile manufacturer Audi has been announced as the title sponsor of the 2013 Hong Kong to Vietnam Race organised by the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club.

The 656 nautical mile Category One offshore race will start in Victoria Harbour on Thursday, medicine October 17, with post-race celebrations planned in Nha Trang, Vietnam on Sunday October 20.

Reinhold Carl, Managing Director, Audi Hong Kong said, “Audi Hong Kong is honoured and excited to be the lead sponsor of the prestigious 2013 Hong Kong to Vietnam Race.

“Over the course of the offshore race, we will witness the cutting edge engineering and design of the boats, and the sailors’ incredible passion and tactical expertise to conquer all possible circumstances facing them in their journey. This group of elite racers, combined with the speed, team spirit, progressiveness and determination to overcome challenges in this exciting event, are perfect reflections of Audi’s brand image and values – “progressive, sophisticated, sporty” – as well as Audi users’ lifestyles.”

Mark Bovaird, General Manager, Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, added: “The announcement of Audi as title sponsor of our biennial Hong Kong to Vietnam Race is very exciting news for all involved.  This race is a fast, down-hill passage to Vietnam with the boats racing under spinnaker virtually all the way. Over several years now the race has been building with more and more boats adding it to their ‘must do’ list.”

Nick Scali Furniture Becomes Sydney FC’s Latest Corporate Partner

Nick Scali Furniture has joined Sydney FC’s corporate partnership program for the the 2013/14 Hyundai A-League season.

Nick Scali Furniture joins IGA, StarTrack and St George Bank as Tier Two sponsors of Sydney FC, alongside major sponsors Webjet, Destination NSW and Caltex and apparel sponsors adidas.

Nick Scali Furniture, which is in its 50th year of business, started its involvement last season as partners of the Sky Blue Ball and are delighted to have increased their involvement with Sydney FC for the 2013/14 season.

“Nick Scali is proud to continue our developing relationship with a leading football club such as Sydney FC.  We are both aspirational brands which strive for leadership and future growth and share a common love of football,” said Nicky Scali, Marketing & Operations Manager NickScali Furniture.

The partnership is another step towards Sydney FC’s target of increasing its corporate sponsorship portfolio with established brands and Sydney FC CEO Tony Pignata welcomed Nick Scali Furniture to the club.

“Nick Scali joined us late last year as partners for our end of season Sky Blue Ball and we’re delighted they have decided to take the sponsorship to another level by joining the strong Tier Two base we are building for the 2013/14 season,” Pignata said. “Corporate support is crucial to the success of any sporting team and we are very happy with the support we are receiving from Nick Scali and our other sponsors and we intend to make sure they enjoy the experience so our partnership thrives for many years to come.”