(Denver, CO) January 26, 2006 – Imperial Headwear (Imperial), the leading global provider of headwear and accessories, is pleased to welcome renowned PGA Tour Professional Brett Quigley and last years Champions Tour Money Winner Dana Quigley as members of the Imperial Headwear team. The notable relatives, both of whom have long been fans of Imperial, will endorse Imperial’s new HTâ?¢ (High Tech) Collection, debuting at the upcoming PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Florida, January 26-29, 2006 at booth #15138. Under the recently signed agreement, both of these exceptional players will be wearing products from the HTâ?¢ Collection on and off the course throughout the year.
"Brett and Dana represent versatility and the active golf-lifestyle that is congruent with Imperial’s brand direction," said S. Garrett Stonehouse, Chairman of Imperial Headwear. "We are excited to welcome them as ambassadors of Imperial and are proud to support them with exceptional products. The HTâ?¢ Collection will keep them looking their best and playing well no matter the conditions all year long."
Originally from Fort Devens, Massachusetts, Brett Quigley has made a name for himself in the world of golf having finished Top 100 for the fourth time in five years since joining the tour in 1997. In 2005, Quigley finished 80th on the PGA Tour money list and was ranked 6th on the tour in total birdies. His driving distance has ranked him 44th on the PGA Tour and his academic accomplishments earned him the title of Academic All-American in 1990 and 1991 at the University of South Carolina. Brett is rounding out his golf career with a cache of hobbies including surfing, reading, cars and motorcycles.
Dana Quigley is known as the Champions Tour’s "Iron Man" and is not only recognized as one of the most popular and accomplished Tour players but the leading money winner for 2005, surpassing the career earnings of notable players including Palmer and Nicklaus. Quigley played in a record 207 consecutive senior events. While golfing is Dana’s passion, he also enjoys baseball and hockey.
Celebrating its 90th anniversary, Imperial will launch its most advanced technical product offering to date, the Imperial HTâ?¢ (High Tech) Collection. This all-new collection of caps and visors for men and women combine style and athletic appeal, featuring the industry’s most advanced technical performance fabrics and an exceptional fit to help active enthusiasts withstand the elements in style.
The Imperial HTâ?¢ Collection includes several styles specifically suited for men and women. Imperial HTâ?¢ includes caps and visors featuring Cool Dry Extreme (CDX) and Total Balance Extreme (TBX) performance fabrics with technical design features, exceptional fit and athletic appeal.
Imperial HT for men offers lightweight, breathable fabrics to wick moisture and dry quickly. Available in a sporty, shiny mesh fabric, this cap includes a Velcro strap to provide quick and easy adjustment and is available in four basic colors- Black, White, Red and Navy. Imperial HT for women features a lightweight, stretchy fabric and a CoolMaxâ?¢ sweatband to wick moisture and dry quickly. Available in five fashionable colors including Coral, Columbine and Cotton Candy, this cap is equipped with Imperial’s hallmark fit for women, featuring a smaller crown and a Velcro strap for comfort and adjustability. Imperial’s HTâ?¢ unisex visor includes a new adjustable closure feature hidden inside the sweatband that allows the visor to be taken on and off without readjustment. All Imperial HTâ?¢ caps and visors are equipped with a dark undervisor, to improve visibility and prevent glare. No matter the occasion, Imperial’s HTâ?¢ Collection is perfect for any active lifestyle.
As the first headwear company to introduce performance fabrics into a collection of caps and visors, Imperial adds the High Tech product to an extensive technical product offering with a contemporary range of products that serve the evolving needs of active enthusiasts of all ages. From the heavily-demanded modern silhouettes and trendy colors to tried and true, functional and relaxed caps, Imperial has you covered.
About Imperial Headwear
Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in Denver, Colorado, Imperial Headwear has built a global legacy of quality, performance and value since 1916 as the leading manufacturer and marketer of premium quality, customized, active lifestyle headwear and accessories to the golf, corporate, outdoor and selected private label markets. Owned by an investor group led by Connecticut-based MCG Global, Imperial is dedicated to our longstanding tradition of providing value, exceptional craftsmanship and highly customized product for the purpose of promoting customer’s identity and brand image. Imperial has built a portfolio of license partners including the USGA, PGA of America, PGA Tour®, National Geographicâ?¢, The Breast Cancer Foundation, The Skin Cancer Foundation and signature licensed product including Buzz Offâ?¢ Insect Shield Insect Repellent Apparel and The Girlsâ?¢ ©T Company courtesy MHS Licensing. The company prides itself on its broad and evolving offering of premium quality products using the most advanced digital design, logo and embroidery capabilities and consistently superior customer service. For more information about Imperial Headwear www.ImperialHeadwear.com, or call (800) 950-1916.
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