(LONDONDERRY, New Hampshire) – Renowned Danish shoemaker ECCO has been named "Official Footwear Supplier" to the 2007 AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am and will outfit the many international entertainment, sports and business celebrity participants in classic and contemporary styles from the company’s new 2007 golf collection.
As part of this agreement with the Pebble Beach Company, ECCO will also showcase its extensive line of men’s and women’s luxury golf shoes at the on-site product pavilion, and be featured on the tournament’s website and in the official event program.
"We’re very excited about our on-going relationship with The AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am," says Per Aagren, Head of Global Sales, ECCO Golf.
"This is one of the premier events on the PGA Tour, capturing the attention of golfers and celebrity-watchers worldwide."
In addition to the full field of PGA Tour stars – such as ECCO staff players Fred Couples and Aaron Baddeley – competing in the event, likely celebrity participants include Justin Timberlake, Bill Murray, Tom Brady, Mark Wahlberg, Samuel L. Jackson, Donald Trump, George Lopez, Ray Romano, Dennis Quaid, Kenny G., Andy Garcia and Carson Daly.
ECCO golf shoes are also worn in competition by international Tour stars Colin Montgomerie, Thomas Bjorn, Juli Inkster, Thongchai Jaidee, Meena Lee, Sophie Gustafson, Anna Rawson and others.
Matching innovative designs with cutting-edge technology and out-of-the-box comfort, the Spring/Summer 2007 ECCO Golf Collection includes classic, casual and sport models in a variety of new styles and colors alongside several returning favorites.
ECCO golf shoes provide the ideal platform for the perfect swing via a network of performance technologies, including:
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Ultra-soft, high-grade leathers with hydrophobic treatments for superb water-resistance
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A direct-injection process unique to ECCO in the golf industry ensures durability, comfort and shock-absorption
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Internal stabilizer reduces torque and creates a stable swing platform
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Double-layer insole that provides extra cushion and absorbs heel force to reduce stress on the knees, hip and back
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Internal Air-Circulation System maintains a fresh, dry and cool foot environment
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Dynamic Energy Return System produces a trampoline effect during foot-strike and follow-through to reduce fatigue during the course of a round
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Advanced grip systems include Eclipse cleats with the Fast Twist insert system, Stinger cleats with the Q-Lok insert system, and molded traction bars
About ECCO
ECCO Sko A/S is an international group founded in 1963 by Karl Toosbuy in Denmark. Today, ECCO is a global player in the dress and casual footwear industry, with direct subsidiaries in Europe, the Far East and North America, and partners worldwide. ECCO has more than 10,500 employees worldwide. ECCO USA, Inc. is based in Londonderry, New Hampshire. For more information: www.eccousa.com , (800) 886-3226.
Contact:
Tom Williams
Buffalo Communications
703.891.3322
twilliams@billycaspergolf.com
