Leicester City and Denmark international keeper Kasper Schmeichel has this week signed a partnership extension with goalkeeping glove brand Precision Goalkeeping.

Schmeichel, who signed as an ambassador with Precision Goalkeeping in 2010, has confirmed his commitment to the fastest growing goalkeeping brand for another two years.

His signature range of gloves, Schmeichology – the science of goalkeeping, which were designed and tested by the Championship star were an instant hit with retailers and consumers alike and have continued to go from strength to strength.

Schmeichology 3 was recently launched at the Stag Show to great acclaim and will be shown at intersport this weekend.

Schmeichel, who is currently number 1 at high flying Leicester City, commented; “I am delighted to have signed the partnership extension with Precision Goalkeeping.

“Not every goalkeeper gets the chance to design and create their own range of goalkeeping gloves; it has been an amazing experience and a partnership I am very excited about continuing.

“Seeing the gloves that you have put so much time and effort into designing being worn up and down the country from grass roots football through to the professional game is something I am very proud of.”

David Sanderson, Brand and Marketing Director of Precision Goalkeeping, said; “Kasper has been an integral part of the success of Precision Goalkeeping from the outset and we are very pleased to have secured an extension to the partnership.

“The Schmeichology range continues to surpass our sales expectations year on year and Schmeichology 3 looks set to smash all of the records.

“The extension of Precision Goalkeeping’s partnership with Kasper will allow us to continue to work closely together to produce gloves that he is proud to wear whilst keeping true to our ethos of supplying top quality equipment to the masses at affordable prices.”

Precision Goalkeeping’s Schmeichology 3 range includes three models; the Kasper Schmeichel Negative Cut, Roll finger and a brand new Hybrid glove which is a mix of a roll finger and negative cut.

The Precision Goalkeeping stable includes Kasper Schmeichel, Kieren Westwood, Frank Fielding, Andy Lonergan, Scott Loach, David Forde, Darren Randolph, Brian Jensen, Robert Olejnik, Ian McLoughlin, Trevor Carson and Republic of Ireland goalkeeping coach and former International Alan Kelly.

Nike Golf have revealed a three-year agreement with PGA Worldwide Golf Exhibitions.

They plan to showcase their new VR_S COVERT club line of drivers, tadalafil fairway, erectile sale hybrids and irons to attending PGA Professionals and golf retailers from around the world at the PGA Merchandise Show, to be held this year 24-26 January, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando.

In addition to a Nike Golf exhibit in the equipment hall, the company also will participate in the 11th Annual PGA Merchandise Show Outdoor Demo Day and the Indoor Demo Days at the Equipment Test Center.

“The PGA Merchandise Show is the perfect platform to present our innovative products to PGA Professionals, retailers and media,” said Mike Francis, U.S. General Manager for Nike Golf.  “We have a strong partnership with the PGA of America and its members and look forward to sharing with them our newest and most innovative club line to date, the Nike VR_S Covert. With a powerful product line up and a strong athlete roster, we will continue to amplify Nike Golf’s exciting momentum at the PGA Show.”

During the PGA Merchandise Show Outdoor Demo Day, scheduled for Wednesday, 23 January at Orange County National Golf Center & Lodge in Orlando, Nike Golf will showcase their new VR_S COVERT club line of drivers, fairway, hybrids and irons and provide equipment testing opportunities on the range and putting green.  Nike Golf will continue its popular demonstration by Nike athletes on the range.

From Thursday, 24 – Saturday, 26 January Nike Golf will offer a preview of their VR_S COVERT club line within an exhibit located on the main aisle of the equipment hall. Also, hands-on testing opportunities of the latest Nike equipment will be made available during PGA Show Indoor Demo Days at the Equipment Test Center. Nike Golf joins some 1,000 golf companies and brands, representing every business sector of golf from all of golf’s market leaders to start-up companies, who will display and demonstrate a multitude of golf merchandise that will appear in golf shops and retail stores throughout the 2013 golf season.

“We are excited to announce Nike Golf’s expanded presence at the 2013 PGA Merchandise Show and the multi-year agreement to introduce their newest products and connect with PGA Professionals and golf retailers at PGA Golf Exhibitions events,” said PGA Worldwide Golf Exhibitions Senior Vice President Ed Several. “Attending PGA Professionals and industry leaders have come to look forward to Nike Golf’s special demonstration events during the PGA Show Outdoor Demo Day. Additionally, their exhibit on the PGA Show floor and testing bays in the PGA Show Equipment Test Center are exciting opportunities for all attendees to learn more about their latest product lines and connect with company leaders.”

Indian telecommunications company, bronchi Aircel has announced it will end its naming rights sponsorship of the Chennai Open tennis tournament at the when this year’s series finishes.

The company is reportedly questioning the value of the sponsorship. The end of the major sponsorship could result in relocating the series to another country, possibly Turkey or China.

The event is run by the Tamil Nadu Tennis Association in conjunction with sports marketing company IMG and Reliance Industries.

The agreement between the tennis association and IMG expires at the end of 2013 and unless another major sponsor is found, IMG could exit the partnership.{jcomments on}

Viggle Inc., the popular social TV service, announced that former Miami Dolphins Hall of Fame Quarterback Dan Marino has joined forces with Viggle and will act as Honorary Commissioner of the MyGuy real-time fantasy football game, now through the end of the 2014 season.

Marino’s involvement will start with the MyGuy Playoff Football Challenge, running January 5-20. He will provide Viggle members with coaching tips and strategies to help them compete through this year’s playoffs for a chance to win the grand prize and join him in New Orleans for The Big Game.

MyGuy is the first of its kind real-time fantasy sports game played within the free Viggle application available for iOS and Android devices. MyGuy knows what teams are playing when a fan is watching a football game on TV and rewards players for success with Viggle points, which they can redeem for real rewards. Throughout the playoffs, fans will compete for the single highest score in games of MyGuy where users pick any player, any time while watching the games live on TV.

“I am excited to be working with Viggle and MyGuy fantasy football. This is an innovative fantasy sports game that rewards you for actually watching the game live and making changes based on what is happening on the field – in real time,” said Marino. “Now, fans get to play the coach and make adjustments as the game unfolds. No more sitting by as your star player gets injured or is having a bad game. You can sub him out just like the coaches do. What could be more fun and more realistic than that? Get involved now and I will see you in New Orleans.”

The nationwide leaderboard will track results weekly leading up to the Grand Prize – a trip for two to The Big Game in New Orleans, Louisiana – or one of four runner-up prizes – exclusive Marino signed jerseys or helmets and 500,000 Viggle points each. He will be involved throughout the competition, providing fantasy football fans with exclusive tips and strategies, from when to substitute a running back, quarterback, or receiver to when to play a hot defense. Marino will also post his thoughts at MyGuy.Viggle.com as well as on the Viggle blog and through social channels, giving fans all the latest strategies for success.

“We know that our members have had some fun during the regular season with MyGuy,” said Greg Consiglio, Viggle President and COO. “With the introduction of the MyGuy Playoff Football Challenge, that level of competitive play will increase, and we’re honored to have hall of famer Dan Marino provide coaching tips and special insights this postseason and throughout the 2014 season as well.”

Huddersfield Town have announced Insider has continued its relationship with the Championship club for a further year. 

The partnership will now enter a fourth year making Insider one of Town’s longest serving business partners. 

The relationship has proven successful for both parties over the past couple of years. Town has used Insider as a key tool in pushing forward its commercial and business plan whereas Insider has used Town’s broad portfolio of commercial partners to form new contacts. 

Furthermore, patient Huddersfield Town Chairman Dean Hoyle took part in a question and answer session with Insider Editor Richard Abbott. The event, therapy which took place earlier this year, was part of the prestigious ‘Growth 100’ Awards lunch, which celebrated Yorkshire’s fastest growing businesses. 

Huddersfield Town Commercial Director Sean Jarvis welcomed the continuation of Insider’s partnership. 

“We have built up a fantastic working relationship with Insider over the past couple of years and I am delighted that they have chosen to continue supporting the Club. 

“The partnership has proven beneficial for both parties; Insider has acted as an excellent vehicle for driving our commercial vision.” 

Richard Abbott, Editor of Yorkshire Business Insider, said: “We are delighted to continue our strong partnership with Town. In these tough economic times, it has never been more important for businesses to get together, share experiences and collaborate, which is why our market-leading business events are so popular. Attending a Town game is fantastic opportunity to meet local businesses and, of course, enjoy a great game of football.” 

Insider magazine, the UK’s leading regional business publication, is a part of Insider Media which hosts over 100 major business events and has the UK’s largest regional business email news service. Insider members are business owners, managing partners and business leaders. Insider Media reaches business decision makers across the country in print, in person and online.

Qatar Airways and the Qatar Football Association announced a partnership with the carrier being named official airline of Qatar’s national football team. 

The tie-up comes ahead of the Gulf Cup, drugs in which Qatar will join seven other national teams from across the Gulf to compete in the region’s most prestigious football tournament.

As the official airline, vcialis 40mg Qatar Airways will work with the national team proudly spreading Team Qatar’s brand during matches at home and overseas.

The agreement between the two local organisations was signed by Qatar Football Association President Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani and Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker at a press conference held at QFA’s headquarters in Doha, recently.

Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker expressed his delight. “This is a moment of pride to link up with our national football team and provide support as the team prepares for key matches and tournaments around the world,” he said.

“Sport is one of the pillars of Qatar Airways’ strategy and football in particular will feature largely in our marketing activities this year and going forward. We are taking great steps to align ourselves with great brands at home and overseas.

“More immediately, I wish Team Qatar great success in the Gulf Cup and I am sure travelling fans from our country will enjoy a football spectacle during two weeks of exciting play on the field in Bahrain in the coming days.”

Sheikh Hamad said: “Coming on the first day of the year and just as Qatar prepares to compete for the Gulf Cup, this is wonderful news to have Qatar Airways on board as a key long-term sponsor.

“I would like to offer my thanks to Qatar Airways for showing vision in backing the sports sector, and football in particular, in our country in a big way,” he said.

USA Cycling and Post Grape-Nuts cereal have announced the renewal of their partnership for 2013. 

As an official sponsor of the sport’s national governing body, unhealthy Grape-Nuts will support the development of America’s next generation of world champions and Olympic medalists. Together, sale USA Cycling and Grape Nuts will also raise awareness and provide motivation for healthy, active lifestyles in 2013.

As part of the partnership, Grape-Nuts will provide USA Cycling with samples of its new Grape-Nuts Fit Cranberry Vanilla cereal to make available to athletes and attendees at all 18 USA Cycling national events.  New Grape-Nuts Fit Cranberry Vanilla contains the whole grain goodness of Grape-Nuts with a complexity of flavors and textures, including a medley of lightly crunchy nuggets, granola, puffed barley, cranberries and a touch of natural vanilla flavor. 

“Grape-Nuts was a valued partner with USA Cycling in 2012 and we are thrilled to welcome them back for another year,” said USA Cycling President and Chief Executive Officer Steve Johnson.  “We share a common goal of encouraging Americans to reach a higher level of health and fitness through nutrition and exercise.”

“The protein, whole grains, fiber and nutrients found in Grape-Nuts help power active lifestyles, including world class athletes,” said Grape-Nuts Brand Manager Daniel Liberman  “Whether competing for the gold or preparing to conquer a personal goal, Grape-Nuts and new Grape-Nuts Fit complement your daily physical routine with power-packed nutrition.”

The partnership renewal between USA Cycling and Post Foods, LLC was broquered by sports marketing and entertainment company Wasserman Media Group, which is retained by USA Cycling to assist in establishing greater sponsorship value and identifying potential partnership opportunities for the national governing body.

The Professional Darts Corporation have announced Coral as the Official Betting Partner of the McCoy’s Premier League Darts.

The partnership will see Coral offering on-site betting throughout the McCoy’s Premier League Darts season, as well as a wide range of markets online through the www.coral.co.uk website.

Coral will also have shirt branding on all ten McCoy’s Premier League Darts stars, and will be running a series of exciting competitions throughout the season for fans to be involved.

“We’re delighted to become the Official Betting Partner of the McCoy’s Premier League Darts and are looking forward to working with the PDC again,” said Coral’s Tim Reynolds.

“The new format for the McCoy’s Premier League Darts is great news for everybody involved and we’re honoured to be associated with such a prestigious event.”

MYPLASH, online the #1 reloadable prepaid MasterCard for teens and young adults, adiposity has announced their title sponsorship of the 2013 MYPLASH Metal Mulisha Yamaha Racing SupercrossTeam. 

MYPLASH’s partnership will provide strong support for the team throughout the supercross and motocross racing seasons and bring the important message of financial literacy to their loyal and dedicated fan base – both teens and parents. “I am super excited to introduce a brand new sponsor to our sport,” said Team Manager Ryan Morais. “I look forward to a long relationship with MYPLASH.”

MYPLASH will be highly visible throughout the racing season with team meet-and-greets around major events, experiential activities and giveaways, and opportunities for deeper engagement through social media.

“We are thrilled to be onboard with one of the premiere teams in Motocross,” said MYPLASH/Plastic Cash International CEO and Founder, Brian Newberry. “Like our popular branded and custom cards, motocross appeals to young people who want to maximize the value of their everyday experiences. We look forward to this exciting opportunity to share the message that financial responsibility is always a winning proposition.”