PLANO, Texas (May 30, 2006) – More hybrids were in play at the Senior PGA Championship this past weekend than any other single event in the history of the Champions, PGA or Nationwide Tours. A staggering total of 173 hybrids were used and the Adams Golf (OTCBB:ADGO) Idea a2 hybrid claimed the #1 spot in the equipment count with 74 being played, according to the Darrell Survey. A dominating 42% of the hybrids in play were Adams Golf, with 15 other manufacturers combining for the remaining 58%.
"This is the year of the hybrid and we’re very proud that Adams Golf is leading the way," said Max Puglielli, Adams Golf Tour Operations Director. "Each week more and more professional golfers are replacing their long irons with hybrids. This is not a trend, it’s more of a permanent shift in how golf will be played."
The Senior PGA Championship also marked the 12th consecutive Champions Tour event that Adams Golf has led the hybrid equipment count. Year-to-date data from the Darrell Survey shows that Adams Golf hybrids rank #1 on the Champions Tour, #2 on the PGA Tour and a very close #3 on the Nationwide Tour.
"The demand for Adams Golf products on all three professional men’s tours is at an all-time high," Puglielli added. "Having a strong presence on the Champions Tour is nothing new for Adams Golf, but the momentous impact the company has made on the PGA Tour and Nationwide Tour this year is helping to make our company one of the fastest growing golf equipment manufacturers."
Developing high-performance and technologically innovative golf products is the cornerstone of Adams Golf. From the initial design, through manufacturing and servicing, Adams Golf is committed to helping golfers of all abilities enjoy the game of golf. For more information visit www.adamsgolf.com.
Contact:
Jeff Wood
972-673-9585
woodj@adamsgolf.com
Mary Beth Lacy
760-202-1181
mb@mblacy.com
