April 2008 Monthly Archive

April 29, 2008

Top Junior Tennis Academies Set to Compete in Inaugural Prince Plugged In World Championships

Kids and Coaches Head to Rome, Italy for Once In a Lifetime Opportunity (Full story …)

April 28, 2008

Octagon Signs Top South African Tennis Player Kevin Anderson

McLean, VA (April 28, 2008) -– Octagon today announced the signing of top-ranked South African tennis player Kevin Anderson to a full service representation agreement. A 21-year-old native of Johannesburg, Anderson played three seasons of collegiate tennis at the University... (Full story …)

'Legends Ball' Benefiting the International Tennis Hall of Fame Friday, September 5, 2008 at Cipriani in New York City

Honorees to Include Billie Jean King and Michael Chang More Than a Dozen Hall of Famers Expected to Attend 28th Annual Gala (Full story …)

April 24, 2008

Ektelon Introduces New Ultimate Racquet

New Speedport Technology and Power Plug System Raises Bar High on Player Options (Full story …)

Prince and Viking Off to a Strong Start Since Announcing Acquisition

Brand Kicks Off Partnership With Extremely Strong Showing at APTA Nationals and Hall of Fame Celebration (Full story …)

Davydenko’s Recent Racquet Switch and Play Lead to Spike in Popularity and Demand for His Racquet

Bordentown, NJ – April 24, 2008 -– Two weeks ago, Nikolay Davydenko put together a string of wins at the Sony Ericsson Open beating Andy Roddick and Rafael Nadal en route to capturing the biggest title of his career. His... (Full story …)

Wilson's Racquet Sports Consumer Catalog Achieves National Recognition

Wilson’s Graphic Design Team Receives Award (Full story …)

April 22, 2008

Top 50 TWC Facilities Recognized

Facilities lauded for taking a proactive role delivering tennis across the U.S. (Full story …)

The USPTA Invites Everyone to Play Tennis - for the health Of It!

-- USPTA introduces newest initiative -- (Full story …)

Wheelchair Clinic Held at Family Circle Cup

Hilton Head Island, SC -- Professional Tennis Registry Vice President, Julie Jilly, presided over a wheelchair tennis drills clinic and exhibition Wednesday afternoon at the Family Circle Cup on Daniel Island, South Carolina. The exhibition featured PTR members Bob Masella... (Full story …)

Bälle de Mätch Names Zalatoris President

CHICAGO, IL (April 16, 2008) — Bälle de Mätch, the young apparel brand that continues to post record sales numbers, has named Paul Zalatoris president of the company. Zalatoris, who was recruited by Bälle de Mätch because of his strong... (Full story …)

April 16, 2008

WTAWorld.com: Family Circle Cup Tournament

When: April 12th to April 20th, 2008 Event Venue: Family Circle Tennis Center in Charleston, South Carolina 2007 Champion: Jelena Jankovic Prize Money: $1,340,000 Playing Surface: Clay The 35th annual Family Circle Cup tournament is underway in Charleston, South Carolina... (Full story …)

April 15, 2008

Sharapova Wins Bausch and Lomb Championships for Third Title of Year

2008 Australian Open Champ Keeps Wins Coming for O3 Racquet Technology (Full story …)

John Embree ‘Goes Green’ Becoming New President of Prince Americas

Bordentown, NJ – April 14, 2008 -– Prince Sports, Inc. is proud and excited to announce that John Embree will be joining the Company as its new President of Prince Americas, leading the charge for the brand in the United... (Full story …)

International Tennis Hall of Fame Presents Franklin R. Johnson with Samuel Hardy Award

NEWPORT, RI -- The International Tennis Hall of Fame has announced that USTA Immediate Past President Franklin R. Johnson has been named the recipient of the 2007 Samuel Hardy Award. This award is given annually to a volunteer(s) of the... (Full story …)

International Tennis Hall of Fame Announces Tennis Educational Merit Award Winners

NEWPORT, RI -- The International Tennis Hall of Fame has announced that Todd S. Ellenbecker of Scottsdale, Arizona, Sharon Rosenburgh of Indianapolis, Indiana and Kathleen Ann Stroia of St. Petersburg, Florida are the 2007 recipients of the Tennis Educational Merit... (Full story …)

April 14, 2008

John Embree 'Goes Green' Becoming New President of Prince Americas

Bordentown, NJ -- Prince Sports, Inc. is proud and excited to announce that John Embree will be joining the Company as its new President of Prince Americas, leading the charge for the brand in the United States, Latin America and... (Full story …)

April 10, 2008

HEAD Re-Signs Tennis Sensation Young

KENNELBACH, AUSTRIA — HEAD announced today that the company has re-signed an agreement with young tennis standout Donald Young. The partnership begins immediately and will continue through 2010. Coached by his parents Donald Sr. and Ilona, Young, who plays with... (Full story …)

Tennis Channel to Sell Las Vegas Tournament to ATP

City and Network Created Historic Pro Tennis Tournament, Landmark Television Coverage (Full story …)

Family Circle Cup, Ginn Tribute Hosted by Annika, and AVP Charleston Open Offer Charleston Elite Woman's Sports Package

CHARLESTON, SC –- With the grace and charm of a genuine southern belle, the genteel city of Charleston has long been renowned for its storied contributions to American history. With the arrival of premier tennis, golf, and pro beach volleyball... (Full story …)

April 9, 2008

Max Brownlee 'Comes Home' to Prince as Regional Vice President of Sales

Industry Veteran and Recent Racquet Sports Industry “Person of the Year” Ready to Help Bring Surging Brand to Next Level (Full story …)

IRT Pro Jason Thoerner Extends Contract with HEAD for Additional 3 Years

Phoenix, Ariz. -– HEAD Penn Racquet Sports has re-signed Jason Thoerner, a top men’s professional racquetball player to a three year deal to exclusively use racquetball equipment from HEAD. Thoerner (Pekin, Ill.) is currently ranked ninth on the International Racquetball... (Full story …)

Top Ranked IRT Pro Shane Vanderson Renews Contract with HEAD

Phoenix, Ariz. -– HEAD Penn Racquet Sports is proud to announce the resigning of Shane Vanderson, a top men’s professional racquetball player. Vanderson (Fort Myers, Fla.) is currently ranked fifth on the International Racquetball Tour (IRT) and has signed a... (Full story …)

April 7, 2008

Prince Dominates Sony Ericsson Open

7 of 12 Finalists and 5 Champions! (Full story …)

April 3, 2008

Enel Becomes Official Partner of the ATP

London, United Kingdom -– The ATP, governing body for men’s professional tennis, today announced that Enel, Europe’s second largest energy company, has become an official partner of the ATP. As well as becoming the ATP’s official electricity partner, the three... (Full story …)