Sports Newswire

FanIQ Surpasses 1.5 Million Registered Users

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

National Hockey League and The Salvation Army to Launch Online Red Kettles During the Holiday Season

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Canadian ClubÂŽ Whisky Takes to the Court with New Lounge at the Palace of Auburn Hills, Home of the Detroit Pistons

DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

WWE® Breaks Int’l Record

LONDON-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Disabled Sports USA Hosts the Hartford Ski Spectacular, Nation’s Largest Winter Sports Event for Physically Disabled

BRECKENRIDGE, Colo.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

CirTran’s Evander Holyfield ‘Real Deal Grill’ To Make Retail Debut

SALT LAKE CITY-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Colorado Student-Athletes Face off for Their Communities in Qwest-Kroenke Sports Challenge

DENVER-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

DNA Beverage Corporation to Provide Statewide Distribution of Its Energy Drink

BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Letter to Digital Angel Stockholders from CEO Joseph J. Grillo

SOUTH ST. PAUL, Minn.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

EA SPORTS FIFA 09 Goes Live on Nokia N-Gage

LONDON-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

MLB Network to Launch via the Intelsat System

PEMBROKE, Bermuda-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Universal Technical Institute Named Automotive Preferred Supplier by AAA

PHOENIX-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

New Mixed Martial Arts League, Led by Industry Veterans, Enters Billion-Dollar Industry

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Elite Endurance Athletes Primed for The North Face Endurance Challenge Championship

SAN LEANDRO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Pepperidge Farm Launches Goldfish Games Xtreme Challenge Contest to Promote Healthy Lifestyle among America’s Youth

NORWALK, Conn.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Samsung Mobile New Presenting Sponsor of ESPN College Football Rivalry Week

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

JHG Scores New Account Executive for Sports Marketing Team

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Magic Johnson Voices Support for @15

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

TapouT Announces First Apparel Licensing Partnership

GRAND TERRACE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Samsung Mobile Tackles ESPN’s College Football Rivalry Week With The Samsung Mobile Rock N’ Rally Concert Featuring The All-American Rejects As Well As Exciting Tailgating Events

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Coors Light Brings FanFare to the Florida Classic

GOLDEN, Colo.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

New Orleans Hornets Use KickApps to Bring Fan Participation to Web

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Jordan Brand and Carmelo Anthony Launch the Jordan Melo M5

BEAVERTON, Ore.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Quattro Wireless Aims North with CTV Partnership

WALTHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Movea Wins over the Healthcare Sector with the MotionPod

GRENOBLE, France-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

New Mixed Martial Arts League Strikes National TV Deal, Breaks New Ground

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Kodak and PGA TOUR Announce Kodak Challenge Holes

ROCHESTER, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Shred Concrete This Holiday With Skate It!

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Freescale and Synerject Power New Ducati Monster 696 for Fast-Track Motorcycle Performance

AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Callaway Golf Company Declares Dividend

CARLSBAD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

IndyCar Series Partners with APEX-Brasil as Official Ethanol Supplier

INDIANAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

2K Sports Classic Benefiting Coaches vs. Cancer to Honor the Pre-Season 2K Sports New York State High School All-Star Team at Championship Game

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Patriots LB Adalius Thomas Distributing Turkeys in Dorchester This Evening

-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

StubHub FanStats(SM) – 2008 Top 25 College Football Rivalry Rankings

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

New York Titans Bring Lacrosse to Prudential Center

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

First Production Ford Thunderbird to Be Sold at 2009 Barrett-Jackson Event in Scottsdale

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Gamescampus.com and MLB Advanced Media Sign Licensing Agreement for a Free Online Baseball Game

SAN JOSE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

NTT Electronics AVC/H.264 Encoders/Decoders Selected for Nine Network Australia's HD Cricket Coverage

TOKYO-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Examine the World Sporting Goods Market Brief

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Coldwell Banker Ranks Major College Football Town’s Home Affordability

PARSIPPANY, N.J.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Target’s Limited Edition of Ubisoft®’s Shaun White Snowboarding Video Game Now Available

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

MLB.com Selects the Adobe Flash Platform

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

First Annual Health Net Cup Virtual Bowling Tournament Crowns a Champion

SHELTON, Conn.-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

Shaun White Snowboarding in Stores Now

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

NCAA Basketball 09 from EA Sports Ships to Stores Today

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

Qwest and FSN-Sponsored "Winning Attitude" Program Extends to University of Colorado Men's Basketball Season

DENVER-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 - Friday marked the start of the 2008-2009 University of Colorado men's basketball season, and for the first time, the "Winning Attitude" program will continue during the season. The program, developed by Qwest Communications, FSN Rocky Mountain and the...

College Fanz Sports Network Acquires Victory Sports Network, Adding “Home for All Things NAIA” to World’s Largest Online College Sports Community

MT. LAUREL, N.J.-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

inthinc Named Finalist for Motorsports Safety Award

SALT LAKE CITY-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

RunFAR Runs With KIMBIA Web 2.0 Technology for More Effective Race Management

AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

LaCrosse Footwear Receives $2.0 Million Order From United States Army

PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

Cabela’s Inc. Announces Monthly Securitization Reporting

SIDNEY, Neb.-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

Top 25 Rankings of the Harris Interactive College Football Poll

ROCHESTER, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 16, 2008 -

USA Hockey Unveils Plans for Qwest Tour

ST. PAUL, Minn.-(Business Wire)-November 15, 2008 -

MAXXAM Reports Results for Third Quarter 2008 and First Nine Months of 2008

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - MAXXAM Inc. (AMEX:MXM) reported a net loss of $65.4 million, or $14.34 per share loss, for the third quarter of 2008, compared to a net loss of $10.5 million, or $2.00 per share loss for the same period a year ago. The Company's results for the three and...

Churchill Downs Incorporated Board of Directors Holds Quarterly Meeting, Approves Dividend

LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - The board of directors of Churchill Downs Incorporated ("Company") (NASDAQ: CHDN) today declared an annual dividend of 50 cents per share on the Company's common stock, payable Jan. 21, 2009, to stockholders of record on Dec. 31, 2008. The action...

Minor League Baseball's Salem Avalanche Announces Renaming of Team to Salem Red Sox

SALEM, Va.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - The Salem Avalanche, a Class-A Advanced Carolina League baseball franchise, today announced that it will bear the name of the 2004 and 2007 World Champion Boston Red Sox, and will now be called the Salem Red Sox. As part of the announcement, team...

Jordan Brand Awards $1 Million to America's Unsung Educational Heroes

BEAVERTON, Ore.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Jordan Brand, a division of Nike, Inc. (NYSE:NKE), today announced that through its Jordan Fundamentals Grant Program it is recognizing close to 300 educators nationwide for their outstanding achievements and contributions in the classroom. This...

ESPN Unveils Must-Have Gifts for the Holidays

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Just in time for holiday shopping, ESPN introduces an array of consumer products for today's sports enthusiasts - from an ESPN Sportscaster Mic, a must-have for any aspiring sportscaster, to ESPN The Ultimate Remote, for all the recliner umpires out...

Sports LED Media takes over S.D. Aucas soccer club

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Private media firm Sports LED Media Inc. (SLM), which is a joint venture company of both Latin America Futbol Corporation and MIC Electronics Inc will take control of one of Ecuador's most popular teams, President of SLM Ravi Rao said. SLM will form a...

PrimeSport Announces 'Ultimate Pass to Pasadena' Rose Bowl(R) Packages Starting at $1,095

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - PrimeSport, the Official Corporate Hospitality and Travel Partner of the 95th Rose Bowl Game presented by Citi, has announced its "Ultimate Pass to Pasadena" travel and hospitality packages for 2009. The customizable Rose Bowl travel and hospitality...

Coverage Initiated on ZAP by MDB Capital Group

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - MDB Capital Group has initiated coverage of electric car company ZAP (OTCBB:ZAAP) on Monday, November 10th with a Buy rating and a price target of $1.75 (Businesswire, Monday, Nov 10). The report entitled "The Green Car Report" is now available at...

Los Angeles Marathon and Acura LA Bike Tour to Be Held on Memorial Day Starting in 2009; Honda Renews as Presenting Sponsor

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - The Los Angeles Marathon will be held on Memorial Day beginning in 2009, announced Los Angeles Marathon President Russ Pillar. He also announced the return of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. as the Marathon's presenting sponsor and Acura as the LA...

Crunch Union Street Announces December 31 Grand Opening

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Crunch, the health club leading the industry in fusing entertainment and fitness, has announced the December 31, 2008 opening of its seventh club in San Francisco - Crunch Union Street. Located at 1725 Union Street along Cow Hollow's famed shopping...

USC Football Coach PETE CARROLL to Host First-Ever Live Interactive Fan Video Conference, Nov. 20

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - The myriads of football fans who watch interviews with famed University of Southern California Trojans football Coach PETE CARROLL and long for the chance to ask him their own questions will now have their chance for the first time on Nov. 20 at...

Collagen Supplement Allows Weekend Warriors to Keep Competing

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Whether they bowl, run, golf or garden, virtually all weekend warriors share one thing - the aches and pains that come from taking part in their favorite activity. For many people, those aches and pains can be managed with Super...

Golfers Hit the Greens for Charity at Planned Systems International's 12th Annual Golf Tournament

COLUMBIA, MD-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Planned Systems International (PSI) announced that a record amount was raised for charity at its 12th annual Golf Invitational held October 17, 2008 at Argyle Country Club in Silver Spring, MD. Nearly 140 players and volunteers came out for a...

RC Quakes' Mascot Tremor Leads Children's Earthquake "Shake Out" Drill

-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Insurance Information Network of California: -0- *T WHO: Rancho Cucamonga Quakes baseball team mascot "Tremor" Rancho Cucamonga Fire District Chief Peter Bryan Insurance Information Network of California Disaster Preparedness Experts WHAT: Children will learn...

Quiksilver, Inc. Completes Sale of Rossignol

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Quiksilver, Inc. (NYSE:ZQK) today announced that it had closed the sale of the "Rossignol Group" to Chartreuse & Mont Blanc. The transaction resulted from Quiksilver's initiative, announced in January 2008, to sell Rossignol in order...

Churchill Downs Incorporated Names Tom O'Donnell President of Calder Race Course

LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ: CHDN) ("CDI" or "Company") today announced that Tom O'Donnell has been named president and general manager of Calder Race Course ("Calder") in Miami, as well as senior vice president of CDI. O'Donnell will be...

Vail Valley Foundation Acquires Teva Mountain Games(TM) from Untraditional Marketing

VAIL, Colo.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Vail Valley Foundation announced today that they have acquired the premier outdoor adventure event, the Teva Mountain Games, from Untraditional Marketing, Inc. The Teva Mountain Games is the nation's largest celebration of mountain sport, lifestyle and...

Break a Sweat with EA SPORTS Active - The All-New Heart Pumping, Calorie Burning Workout

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Do you find there are too few hours in the day to run a household, hold down a job and fit in a workout? Or, are you just getting bored of the same old fitness routine? EA SPORTS(TM), a label of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS), today...

High Growth Forecasted for the China Sporting Goods Market Report, 2008

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Sporting goods industry is available in its catalogue. China Sporting Goods Market Report, 2008 http://www.reportlinker.com/p096788/China-Sporting-Goods-Market- Report-2008.html...

Gevity Partners With Olympic Athlete to Promote a Healthier Workforce and Reduce Healthcare Costs for Business Owners

BRADENTON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Gevity (NASDAQ:GVHR), a leading professional employer organization (PEO) that provides HR services to businesses nationwide, released today workplace fitness tips from Olympian Trey Hardee along with Gevity's own "Workplace Fitness Tips for...

Adams Golf Announces Results for Third Quarter 2008

PLANO, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Adams Golf, Inc. (NasdaqCM:ADGF) today reported net sales of $17.7 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008 compared to $18.9 million for the comparable period of 2007, a decrease of 6%. The Company reported net loss of $1.2 million...

Churchill Downs Incorporated, LAHBPA Reach ADW Agreement at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots

LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Officials of Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ: CHDN) ("CDI") and representatives of the Louisiana Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association ("LAHBPA") have come to an agreement on the distribution of live racing signals from Fair Grounds...

Delphi Display Systems, Inc. Installs Digital Signage for L.A. Kings at Staples Center

COSTA MESA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Delphi Display Systems, the leader in rugged digital signage solutions, today announced they have deployed a digital dasher board for the Los Angeles Kings 2008-09 season at STAPLES Center, replacing a section of traditional steel and plastic...

The Cheesecake Factory Raises $275,000 for City of Hope

DUARTE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Building on its longstanding support for City of Hope, The Cheesecake Factory Oscar & Evelyn Overton Charitable Foundation hosted its annual Invitational Charity Golf Tournament, raising $275,000 in net proceeds to benefit City of Hope. Now in...

Olympic "Miracle on Ice" Goalie Jim Craig Teams with Dr. James Joye to Raise Awareness of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms

-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - El Camino Hospital: Who: Jim Craig, Gold-Medal winning goalie for the U.S. Olympic "Miracle on Ice" hockey team, and national spokesperson for the Ultimate SAAAVE (Screening Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms Very Efficiently), a public awareness campaign encouraging...

Easton-Bell Sports Names Donna L. Flood New Chief Operations Officer

VAN NUYS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Easton-Bell Sports today announced the appointment of Donna L. Flood to the position of Chief Operations Officer, effective January 7, 2009. Flood will be responsible for Easton-Bell Sports' global operations, including information technology...

2K Sports Offers a Unique Baseball Experience with MLB(R) Superstars

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - 2K Sports, the sports publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), today announced that MLB(R) Superstars, a baseball game that fans of all ages can enjoy, is now available for the Wii(TM) home video game system from Nintendo...

Star-Studded Match Against Poverty 2008 to Air Live on Fox Soccer Channel November 17

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - On Monday, Nov. 17, the Complex Sportive in Fes, Morocco, will play host to an international collection of soccer superstars joining forces in the name of charity, with all the action airing live and exclusively on Fox Soccer Channel. The...

Clinical Trial Highlights Supplement's Unique Hydration Benefits

IRVING, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - RBC Life Sciences (OTCBB: RBCL) — A university clinical trial has shown that athletes dramatically increased their hydration values during intense exercise after consuming RBC Life Sciences' Microhydrin(R)—the nutrition industry's most...

Boy Scouts of America and Cardiac Science Partner to Distribute AEDs

BOTHELL, Wash. & IRVING, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Cardiac Science and the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) have entered an alliance to make automated external defibrillators (AEDs) available to the BSA's camping and recreation facilities and council offices nationwide. Cardiac...

Muscle Flex(TM) to Produce and Implement a National Infomercial and Media Strategy for the Muscle Flex(TM)

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Muscle Flex Inc. (Pink Sheets:MFLI) announces that it's producing and implementing a national infomercial and media development strategy for the Muscle Flex(TM) (www.TheMuscleFlex.com) in-home fitness machine after a successful market test...

Secretary Mike Leavitt Joins NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas to Announce Winners of National Obesity Prevention Video Contest

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Secretary Mike Leavitt and NBA All-Star and Washington Wizards' point guard Gilbert Arenas will join the Ad Council, the National Basketball Association (NBA) and Boys & Girls Clubs of America...

Dutch Medical Device CRO Runs the NY City Marathon

CHARLOTTE, N.C.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Factory CRO, a European medical device CRO (contract research organization) based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, completed the NY City Marathon last week, breaking personal records, raising money for an African education charity, and emphasizing the...

Zumiez Inc. to Broadcast Review of Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Financial Results over the Internet

EVERETT, Wash.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Zumiez Inc. (NASDAQ:ZUMZ) today announced that the Company's conference call to discuss third quarter fiscal 2008 financial results will be broadcast live over the Internet on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time and may be accessed...

2K Sports Signs National League Cy Young Award Winner Tim Lincecum of San Francisco Giants(R) as Cover Athlete for Major League Baseball(R) 2K9

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - 2K Sports, the sports publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), announced today that National League Cy Young Award winner, Tim Lincecum of the San Francisco Giants, will be featured as the cover athlete and spokesman for...

Argentina's Pilar Golf Club Bolsters Amenities with ProLink GPS

CHANDLER, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - ProLink Solutions - a wholly-owned subsidiary of ProLink Holdings Corp. (OTC BB: PLKH.OB) and the world's leading provider of Global Positioning Satellite ("GPS") golf course management systems and digital out-of-home on-course advertising...

9-Year-Old Named 2008 Health Hero by WebMD

SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Winter Vinecki, a nine-year-old girl who honored her father's fight against prostate cancer by helping to raise more than $100,000 for Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF), has been named a WebMD 2008 Health Hero. She...

San Domenico Scores Winning Coach for High School Team

SAN ANSELMO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - You might call Mike Fulton something of a turnaround artist. But the 45-year-old Fulton, who effectively created a women's basketball team at College of Marin (Kentfield, CA) and led them to six state tournaments in his seven years as a...

Seattle Seahawk Marcus Trufant Launches 2nd Annual "Tackles for Teens" Challenge

SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Seattle Seahawks cornerback Marcus Trufant and his Trufant Family Foundation have announced that they will partner with CHOICES Education Group for a second year to help keep teens in school. The two non-profit organizations will collaborate once again...

New York Titans to Announce Several New Initiatives for 2009

-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - New York Titans: -0- *T WHO: New York Titans professional indoor lacrosse team In attendance will be: — Titans Team President Aaron Jones to answer all team and business operations questions. Jones was a former Team President in the NBA's Developmental...

Idina Menzel to Debut New Song in Collaboration with Major League Baseball Programs for Cancer Research and Awareness

BURBANK, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Tony Award-winning actress Idina Menzel has recorded a brand-new song called "Hope" in support of Major League Baseball and its ongoing programs to raise awareness, as well as funds for research through the new Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) initiative...

Two of Nation's Top High School Basketball Players Headline 2008 T-Mobile Invitational

INDIANAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Two of the nation's top high school basketball players - Derrick Favors of Atlanta (Georgia) South Atlanta High School and Skylar Diggins of South Bend (Indiana) Washington High School - headline the four boys teams and four girls teams set to compete...

MarineMax Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2008 Results

CLEARWATER, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE: HZO), the nation's largest recreational boat retailer, today announced results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 30, 2008. Revenue was $165.6 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2008 compared...

The Active Network Becomes Largest Provider of Hunting and Fishing Licensing Technology with Three Major Acquisitions

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - The Active Network, Inc. (Active), today announced the acquisitions of Automated License Systems, Inc. (ALS), Central Trust Bank of Missouri's Conservation Licensing Division and its wholly-owned subsidiary Outdoor Central, Inc. Terms of the transactions...

Manatt Prevails for Retired Professional Football Players in Federal Court

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, the national law and consulting firm, today announced that a federal jury returned an historic verdict against the National Football League Players Association in the amount of $28.1 million (including $21...

Acushnet Company Responds to Pro V1 Court Ruling

FAIRHAVEN, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Acushnet Company, the golf business of Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO), announced that it will file an appeal of today's ruling in a U.S. District Court in Delaware granting Callaway Golf's request for an injunction in the long-running dispute with...

Callaway Golf Wins Post Trial Motions in Lawsuit Against Acushnet

CARLSBAD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Callaway Golf (NYSE: ELY) today announced that the United States District Court in Wilmington, Delaware, has granted Callaway Golf's request for a permanent injunction to stop sales of Acushnet's current line of Titleist Pro V1 family of golf...

Delicate Brain Surgery by Renowned Stanford Hospital Neurosurgeon Recovers a Future for Young Athlete: Determined Survivor Now Inspires and Counsels Others in Fight Against Rare and Dangerous Brain Disease

STANFORD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - When 21-year-old Tara MacInnes leaped into the cold water of the San Francisco Bay last Sunday to swim the length of the Golden Gate Bridge, it was no mere indulgence of youthful daring. The long, wave-whipped swim was another affirmation of her...

Examine the Chinese Sporting Goods Market with this Essential 2008 Report

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "China Sporting Goods Market Report, 2008" report to their offering. With the successful conduct of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, the sports industry will become a new highlight during the...

Cars.com Set to Kick Off 2009 Marketing Campaign With New Super Bowl Spot

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Cars.com, a leading online automotive shopping destination, today announced plans to kick off its 2009 marketing campaign by once again advertising during the Super Bowl. This is the second year that Cars.com will advertise in the Big Game. Super Bowl...

Hawaii Commercial Marine Licensing System Online at http://www.ehawaii.gov

HONOLULU-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) launched its new online Commercial Marine Licensing System (CMLS) through the state's official web site . Hawaii Information Consortium works with state agencies to...

Burton Snowboards New Extra Sensory Technology (EST) Channel Binding System Drawing Enthusiasts to Buckman's Ski & Snowboard Shops

POTTSTOWN, Pa.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Burton snowboards new Extra Sensory Technology (EST) channel binding system is drawing a throng of enthusiasts to Buckman's Ski & Snowboard Shops who are looking for the extra edge on the slopes this season. Buckman's Ski and Snowboard Shop is...

The Wave's(R) Stealth Board a Fun Ride and Great Holiday Gift

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Street Surfing, the makers of The Wave, has disguised a healthy activity into a cool lifestyle choice that kids and teens will want this holiday season. The Wave Stealth(R) Board, a newly designed in-line casterboard, blends the motions of...

Christy Sports Celebrates 50 Years of Business

LAKEWOOD, Colo.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - With ski season rapidly approaching, Christy Sports, a Colorado-based ski and snowboard retailer, is celebrating its 50th year of operation. All season long, the company will say thank you to its customers with special discounts, giveaways and an...

Newron Sport Releases Three Year Revenue Projections

LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Newron Sport (PINKSHEETS: NSPT) released revenue projections for the sale of its patented Newron tandem inline skates. There are currently 3 available models of the Newron inline sports performance skate - the Newron Hockey, Trainon and the Touron. The...

Converse Announces Long-Term Partnership with Basketball Superstar Elton Brand

NORTH ANDOVER, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Converse announced today a long-term, strategic partnership with professional basketball star Elton Brand to create signature performance basketball footwear available exclusively at JCPenney locations nationwide and online at jcp.com...

DJO Incorporated Signs Sponsorship Agreement with Professional Football Athletic Trainers Society

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - DJO Incorporated, a leading global developer, manufacturer and distributor of high-quality medical devices that provide solutions for musculoskeletal health, vascular health and pain management, today announced a sponsorship agreement with the...

Stratus Media Group Appoints Senior Marketing Executive

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Stratus Media Group, Inc. (OTCBB: SMDI) today announced the appointment of Mark L. Livingston as vice president of sales and marketing. An industry veteran with more than 15 years of marketing and media sales experience, Livingston, 37, most recently...

Top 25 Rankings of the Harris Interactive College Football Poll

ROCHESTER, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 9, 2008 - Today's Harris Interactive College Football Poll(SM )shows the Top 25 results compiled from rankings submitted by the Harris Interactive panel of former coaches, players and administrators, and current and former members of the media. Unbeaten...

WrestleMania(R): Texas-Sized Ticket Sales

STAMFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-November 9, 2008 - WWE(R) fans worldwide took home thousands of available tickets yesterday during the official on-sale date for the 25th anniversary of WrestleMania. With ticket sales already exceeding $4.8 million, fans from 24 countries, including all 50 states and...

Soft Business Levels, Unresolved ADW Issue Prompt Reductions in Churchill's Overnight, Stakes Purses

LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-November 8, 2008 - Soft business levels stemming from the nation's economic slowdown and the unresolved negotiations with horsemen over distribution of the Churchill Downs simulcast signal to national advance deposit wagering ("ADW") outlets have prompted Churchill...

Premier Service Bank's 3rd Charitable Golf Outing Raised $40,000 for Local Not-For-Profit Agencies

RIVERSIDE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Premier Service Bank, a California state-chartered bank headquartered in Riverside, California, today announced that its 3rd Annual Charitable Golf Outing at Victoria Club raised $40,000 for four local not-for-profit organizations. All of the...

Students from Twenty Southland High Schools Build Boats for Metropolitan Water District's Solar Cup Program

-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Metropolitan Water District of Southern California: -0- *T WHAT: Working outdoors under giant tents, hundreds of students from 20 Southland high schools hammer, glue and assemble the 16-foot hulls of marine-grade wood they will take back to their schools and equip...

Neways Becomes Title Sponsor of the Maui Paradise Marathon

SPRINGVILLE, Utah-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Neways (www.neways.com) has been named the title sponsor of the annual Maui Paradise Marathon. Set in beautiful Maui, Hawaii, with breathtaking views of the ocean, mountains, volcanoes and lush scenery, this marathon will next occur in Kalama...

UCONN's Big Man Hasheem Thabeet on the Cover of ESPN The Magazine's College Hoops Preview Issue

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - For the first time in a decade, four of the top big men in the country decided to return to college without even testing NBA draft waters. Hasheem Thabeet (cover athlete) of UCONN, Tyler Hansbrough of UNC, Luke Harangody of Notre Dame and Blake Griffin...

Adrenalina Opens New Location in Tampa's International Plaza

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Adrenalina (OTCBB: AENA), a new innovative retail entertainment destination designed for extreme sports enthusiasts, announced today that it has opened a new 12,000 square foot location in Tampa at the International Plaza Mall located at 2223 North West Shore...

Missing Lenk Motorsports Gears Up for the Baja 1000

COSTA MESA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - In an effort to beat their sixth-place class win in 2007, the Missing Lenk Motorsports off-road racing team will again set their sights on winning the prestigious Baja 1000 on November 20, 2008, the sport's most challenging desert races...

Sports Technology Innovator, Newron Sport Commences Trading on Pink Sheets

LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Newron Sport is pleased to announce that it has commenced trading on the Pink Sheets, under the ticker symbol NSPT. Newron Sport is a sports technology company, whose mission is to develop and market products in the sporting goods industry that integrates...

Wazoo Sports Announces New Name for National Basketball Event

LONDON, Ky.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Wazoo Sports will announce the new name to one of their largest basketball events on Tuesday, November 18, 2008, 10:30 AM, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY. The event will be named after a University of Kentucky's Basketball legend, associated with...

EA Connects Mobile Phone and Console Platforms With Release of Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - With the launch of Tiger Woods PGA TOUR(R) 09 for mobile phones, the EA Mobile(TM) division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) today introduced the company's first integration of a mobile phone game feature that can influence the console edition of...

Auto Industry Poised for Turnaround While Utilities Could Reach Profits of Their Oil & Gas Peers, According to wRatings 2008 Study on Competitive Advantage

HERNDON, Va.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - The wRatings Corporation, an independent competitive research firm, announced today the results of its annual study on the Most Competitive Auto, Gas & Utilities companies. The wRatings Competitive Strength Index(TM) for the Auto industry will grow...

Easton-Bell Sports, Inc. Reports 2008 Third Quarter Financial Results and Announces Earnings Call

VAN NUYS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Easton-Bell Sports, Inc. (the "Company"), announced today that it will discuss its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended September 27, 2008 on a conference call to be held on Monday, November 10, 2008, beginning at 4:00 p.m. Eastern...

Port of L.A. Proposes a World-Class "L.A. Waterfront" and 21st-Century Cruise Facilities at Nation's Largest Trade Gateway and #1 West Coast Cruise Port

SAN PEDRO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - One month remains in the public comment period for the San Pedro Waterfront Project proposed by the Port of Los Angeles. The 400-acre, five- to seven-year infrastructure and public access improvement project proposes new downtown-adjacent harbors...

Engineering Meets Environment in Seventh Annual Solar Cup

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Melding engineering and environmental lessons, the seventh annual Solar Cup(TM) has been launched by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California with 40 schools and about 800 students from four counties. The seven-month-long program begins...

Mustad Hoofcare Center, Delta Horseshoe Company to Combine

FOREST LAKE, Minn.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The Mustad Hoofcare and Delta Horseshoe families are joining forces to create an integrated team dedicated to the hoofcare industry and to the welfare of the horse. Owned by its founding family since 1832, Mustad brings more than 175 years of...

Golfsmith Announces Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Results

AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Golfsmith International Holdings, Inc., (NASDAQ: GOLF) today announced financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2008 ended September 27, 2008. Third Quarter Highlights: — Net revenues totaled $101.7 million compared with net revenues...

Reliant Energy's Scholarship for Champions Program Helps Put Eight Houston-Area Student Athletes One Step Closer Toward Education Goals

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Reliant Energy has awarded $1,000 scholarships to eight Houston-area high school student athletes through its Scholarship for Champions - Powering Strong Minds and Bodies program. The Scholarship for Champions recipients were selected by Reliant Energy...

Cantor Gaming Acquires Las Vegas Sports Consultants

LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Cantor Gaming, an affiliate of the global financial services company Cantor Fitzgerald, today announced that it has acquired Las Vegas Sports Consultants (LVSC), the world's largest oddsmaking company. LVSC provides odds and point spreads to all major...

Mounted Memories Provides Top Athletes to Annual Chicago Sun-Times Sports Collectible Show

PLANTATION, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Mounted Memories and Schwartz Sports, the memorabilia divisions of Dreams, Inc. (AMEX:DRJ), is providing an in-depth roster of top athletes from the past and present to appear at this year's event, to be held Friday, November 21, Saturday, November...

Fitness Enthusiasts Workout for Breast Cancer Research

PLEASANTON, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - In an ongoing effort to raise awareness and help the fight against breast cancer all ClubSport and Renaissance ClubSport locations held a series of fitness and social events to raise funds for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. ClubSport...

The Fight Zone, Inc. Announces Robert Drysdale to Turn Pro In Mixed Martial Arts

LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The Fight Zone, Inc. (Pink Sheets:TFZI), a well rounded Mixed Martial Arts ("MMA") company, announced today jujitsu phenom, winner of the Abu Dhabi championship and virtually every other jujitsu championship in the world, Robert Drysdale will be turning...

WWE(R) Reports 2008 Third Quarter Results

STAMFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: WWE) today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Revenues totaled $108.8 million as compared to $108.1 million in the prior year quarter, while operating income was...

WWE COO Change

STAMFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Effective December 31, 2008, World Wrestling Entertainment will accept Mike Sileck's resignation as COO and member of the Board of Directors. Donna Goldsmith, Executive Vice President of Consumer Products, has been named as his successor. Mike...

Spandex Not Necessary -- Common Bicycle Myths Debunked by REI's Online Resource

SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) has launched www.rei.com/bikeyourdrive, an online resource created to inspire more people to cycle by exposing myths and breaking down common barriers associated with using a bicycle as an alternate means of...

Media Advisory: Florham Park Life Time Athletic to Host VIP Celebration on November 6

-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Life Time Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: LTM): -0- *T WHAT: VIP Celebration on Thursday, November 6, 2008, beginning at 7:00 p.m. for the new Florham Park Life Time Athletic location. WHERE: 14 Fernwood Road Florham Park, NJ 07932 Phone number: 908-598-1212 WHEN...

Biltmore Who's Who Selects Christopher Michael Vichiola as an Honored Member of the Executive and Professional Registry

TORRINGTON, Conn.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Christopher Michael Vichiola has been selected as an Honored Member of the Biltmore Who's Who Executive and Professional Registry. The selection recognizes his commitment to excellence in his extremely well-rounded, wide range of...

Churchill Downs Incorporated Reports 2008 Q3 Results

LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ: CHDN) ("Company" or "CDI") today reported results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2008. Net revenues from continuing operations for the third quarter of 2008 totaled $99.6 million, a...

Shelby Automobiles to Sponsor NASCAR Sprint Cup Race at LVMS

LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series event at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on March 1, 2009 will be sponsored by Shelby Automobiles. The event will be lengthened to 427 miles and will be called the "Shelby 427." Together, LVMS and Shelby will market a Las Vegas Motor...

ProConcept Marketing Group Inc. Sponsors 3 time Champion, Team Raven in the Super Boat Offshore Racing Series

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - ProConcept Marketing Group, Inc. (PMKT) announces that it has sponsored Team Raven in the Super Boat Offshore Racing Series, the 3 time national champion in the Manufacturer Production Class, in this American Power Boat Association (APBA) licensed series...

Speedway Motorsports Reports Record Results for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2008 and Reaffirms Full Year 2008 Guidance

CONCORD, N.C.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Speedway Motorsports, Inc. (SMI) (NYSE:TRK) today reported record third quarter 2008 total revenues of $112.3 million, net income of $7.0 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.16. Nine month 2008 results include record total revenues of...

Barrett-Jackson, Bill Goldberg and YearOne Unveil "Charity" Custom Superbird Tribute at SEMA 2008

LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, entertainer Bill Goldberg and YearOne unveiled a spectacular 1970 NASCAR Plymouth Road Runner Superbird tribute car today that will be sold at No Reserve Jan. 17, 2009, for charity. Mr. Goldberg revved up the crowd when he...

"Santa Maria" - Matt Vasgersian Heading to New York City as Lead Anchor on New MLB Network

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - Matt Vasgersian, who has been Channel 4 San Diego's television voice of the Padres for the past seven years, will head to New York City to become the lead anchor on the new MLB Network. With Vasgersian's departure, Channel 4 San Diego is in search of a...

Enter for a Chance to Win the Ultimate VIP Fan Experience to the Georgia Tech/UGA Rivalry Game

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - The Path2College 529 Plan's VIP Fan Experience Sweepstakes is still open for a final chance to win the Georgia Tech versus University of Georgia ultimate game package to the rivalry game played this year at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on November 29...

MarineMax to Broadcast Review of Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2008 Results over the Internet

CLEARWATER, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE: HZO), the nation's largest recreational boat retailer, today announced that the Company will hold a conference call to review its fourth quarter and fiscal 2008 results on Tuesday, November 11, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern...

Jeff Dossett Joins Yahoo! to Lead US Audience Businesses

SUNNYVALE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Yahoo! Inc. (Nasdaq:YHOO) today announced that Jeff Dossett has joined Yahoo! as senior vice president, U.S. Audience. Dossett will oversee Yahoo!'s consumer experiences in the U.S., including the company's leading media properties, which maintain...

The Fairchild Corporation is Saddened by the Loss of Its Former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Jeffrey Steiner

MCLEAN, Va.-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Jeffrey J. Steiner, long-time Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Fairchild Corporation (NYSE:FA), died on Saturday, November 1. He was 71. Mr. Steiner led the Company from 1985 through September 2008. "All of us are deeply saddened by this...

Rocket Racing League Names Makovsky + Company Public Relations Agency of Record

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Makovsky + Company, one of the nation's largest independent public relations and investor relations firms, today announced that it has been appointed the public relations agency of record for the Rocket Racing League (RRL). Under the terms of the...

NBC & Universal Sports Bring Inspiring Athlete Stories to the Screen With Beijing Paralympic Games

LOS ANGELES & NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - NBC and Universal Sports present the 2008 Beijing Paralympic Games presented by GE to TV beginning this Sunday, Nov. 9 at 2:30 p.m. ET on NBC Sports with a 90-minute documentary narrated by NBC Sports' Bob Costas. Following the special...

Cybex Announces 1 Million Share Stock Repurchase Program

MEDWAY, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Cybex International, Inc. (NASDAQ:CYBI), a leading manufacturer of premium exercise equipment for the commercial and consumer markets, today reported that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to 1 million shares of its common...

DECA SPORTS Takes Gold at 2008 National Parenting Publications (NAPPA) Children's Products Competition

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Hudson Entertainment, the North American publishing arm of Hudson Soft, today announced that its popular title, DECA SPORTS(TM) for Wii, has officially been named a Gold Award winner at the 2008 National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA...

Phoenix Suns Select LogRhythm to Go on Offense Against Security Threats, IT Downtime, and Manual Audits

BOULDER, Colo.-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - LogRhythm, the company that makes log data useful, today announced that the National Basketball Association's (NBA) Phoenix Suns have selected LogRhythm to proactively address security threats, prevent IT downtime, and automate manual, time consuming...

St. Regis Makes Landmark Debut in Latin America with the Opening of The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort

PUNTA MITA, Mexico-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced the debut of its renowned St. Regis brand in Latin America with the opening of The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort. A joint venture between Starwood Hotels & Resorts and...

Bloom(R) Supermarkets Aim to Break Guinness Kissing Record at Furman University

SALISBURY, N.C.-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - To help kick off this year's holiday season, on November 15, Bloom supermarkets will sponsor an attempt to break the Guinness World Record(TM) for most couples kissing simultaneously at Furman University's Paladin Stadium in Greenville, S.C. The...

An Analysis of the Mobile Ticketing Industry: Focusing on the Transport, Sport, Entertainment & Events Markets and With Forecasts to 2013

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Research and Markets are promoting and developing mobile ticketing applications, trials and services. In addition there is a range of vendors that are, in turn, working closely with these organisations to make mobile ticketing happen. Key Topics...

"LIVE: A Music and Surfing Experience" Featured on Fuel TV's "Daily Habit" November 3rd and 12th

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Filmmaker David Parsa's ("Absolute Mexico") latest surf film, "LIVE: A Music and Surfing Experience," is featured on Fuel TV's "The Daily Habit" on November 3rd and 12th, 2008, at 6:00 and 9:00 p.m. PST. The special segments highlight the sold out World...

Youbet.com Names Former Ticketmaster Executive David Goldberg as Chief Operating Officer

WOODLAND HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Youbet.com (NASDAQ: UBET) today announced that it has appointed seasoned business executive David Goldberg to the position of Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Goldberg joins Youbet.com from Ticketmaster where he was most recently Executive Vice...

FirstDIBZ Launches DIBZ Service for Hotel Rooms

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Online forward market pioneer FirstDIBZ today announced a new DIBZ market for hotel rooms at the 2008 BCS National Championship football game in Miami. For the first time ever, fans can secure rooms by purchasing a DIBZ on hotel rooms at Starwood's Sheraton...

NASCAR Tests inthinc Lap Counter in Sprint Cup Series

SALT LAKE CITY-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - The Motorsports Division of inthinc(TM), a developer and manufacturer of technologies to improve driving safety, today announced its lap counter technology is now being tested in all cars of the NASCAR(R) Sprint Cup Series. The tiwi(TM) devices...

Snocator: The Ultimate Ski and Snowboard Guide for iPhone

DENVER-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Useful Networks, leading developer of unique location aware applications, has launched a new iPhone(TM) app which combines all the tools skiers and snowboarders need, both on and off the mountain. The Snocator(TM) (pronounced "snow-kay-ter") application uses...

Top 25 Rankings of the Harris Interactive College Football Poll

ROCHESTER, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 2, 2008 - Today's Harris Interactive College Football Poll(SM )shows the Top 25 results compiled from rankings submitted by the Harris Interactive panel of former coaches, players and administrators, and current and former members of the media. Alabama is 9-0...

More than 3,300 Participants "Run the Bridge" to Support Local School for the Disabled

CAMDEN, N.J.-(Business Wire)-November 2, 2008 - More than 3,300 runners and walkers participated in today's 14th annual Cooper-Norcross Bridge Challenge, presented by AmeriHealth New Jersey. Adrian Blincoe, 28, of Bryn Mawr, PA captured first place in the 10K run, with a time of 32 minutes and 50...

Athletes Compete in a 10-Day Pre-Event Series at The World Games 2009 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan-(Business Wire)-November 1, 2008 - A series of gymnastics events held as part of a pre-event competition for the World Games 2009 in Kaohsiung opened Saturday at a newly built Kaohsiung Arena, with a ceremony attended by International World Games Association (IWGA) President Ron...

Churchill Downs Unveils Official Event Logos for 2009 Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks

LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-November 1, 2008 - With the 2009 "Run for the Roses" only six months away, Churchill Downs today unveiled the official logos for Kentucky Derby 135 and its companion event, Kentucky Oaks 135, as fans at the historic racetrack enjoyed the "Stars of Tomorrow I" racing...

Dickies 2008 American Worker of the Year(R) Takes a Shot at $1 Million

FORT WORTH, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 1, 2008 - Williamson-Dickie Mfg. Co., makers of Dickies(R), the leading global workwear brand, proudly announced oilfield roughneck and safety manager Hale Hughes as their 2008 American Worker of the Year(R) at the Professional Bull Riders World Finals in...

Motorcycle Safety Foundation Introduces New Military SportBike RiderCourse(SM) For U.S. Armed Forces Throughout the World

IRVINE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 31, 2008 - The Motorcycle Safety Foundation's Military SportBike RiderCourse(SM), developed in close collaboration with the U.S. Navy and U.S. Army safety centers, is now available to all branches of the Department of Defense. Developed to address the...

World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend

STAMFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-October 31, 2008 - World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:WWE) today declared the Company's regular quarterly dividend of $0.36 per share on its Class A shares of common stock. As previously announced, members of the McMahon family have waived $0.12 per share of...

Youbet.com to Host Conference Call to Discuss Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results

WOODLAND HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 31, 2008 - Youbet.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: UBET) announced today that it will release its fiscal 2008 third quarter financial results after the market closes on Wednesday, November 5, and will host a conference call and webcast at 9:00 a.m. EST on Thursday...

South Florida Sports Fan to Win Ultimate NBA "Insider" Experience

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-October 31, 2008 - HP today announced a first-of-its-kind relationship with the NBA's Miami HEAT to name one local fan an "HP Insider" and award him or her a week of behind-the-scenes access to the basketball team. The contest is a part of HP's recently announced partnership...

Ski Season Begins Nov. 28 at Silver Mountain Resort with Ideal Conditions, Affordable Lodging Deals

KELLOGG, Idaho-(Business Wire)-October 31, 2008 - It's snow time beginning Nov. 28 at Silver Mountain Resort(R). The upcoming ski season forecast includes fresh powder and affordable deals for skiers eager to hit the slopes at this Northern Rockies hideaway. For example, snow enthusiasts who book...

Quiksilver, Inc. Provides Rossignol Sale Update

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 31, 2008 - Quiksilver, Inc. (NYSE:ZQK) today confirmed that the previously announced sale of the "Rossignol Group" is expected to close in early November. The Company indicated that key conditions which were required to close the transaction have...

South Florida Sports Fan to Win Ultimate NBA "Insider" Experience

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-October 31, 2008 - HP (NYSE:HPQ) today announced a first-of-its-kind relationship with the NBA's Miami HEAT to name one local fan an "HP Insider" and award him or her a week of behind-the-scenes access to the basketball team. The contest is a part of HP's recently announced...

FASTSIGNS(R) News: Winning at the Game of Sports and Signs

CARROLLTON, Texas-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - The experience of attending a sporting event, whether it is for a soccer team of five-year-olds or a professional basketball team, is greatly heightened by your surroundings. Colorful sponsor signs line wall partitions. Proud championship titles...

CORRECTING and REPLACING Just in Time for the Holidays: Affordable Bike Rentals Available from SoWal Bikes Along the Beaches of CR 30A in South Walton County, Florida

SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Second line of contact section in release should read: Kimberly Maxwell, 850-267-2231 (sted Kimberly Maxwell, 850-267-2331). The corrected release reads: JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: AFFORDABLE BIKE RENTALS AVAILABLE FROM SOWAL BIKES...

Formula One: Environmentally Advanced Technology used on the Interlagos Racetrack

SAO PAULO, Brazil-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Formula One, the highest class of auto racing in the world, is a focus point for new technology, bringing about environmentally advanced innovations that improve vehicle performance and promote driver safety. Few people realize that Formula One...

Letter to Digital Angel Stockholders from CEO Joseph J. Grillo

SOUTH ST. PAUL, Minn.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - The following is a letter to the stockholders of Digital Angel (Nasdaq:DIGA) from CEO Joseph J. Grillo: Dear Digital Angel Stockholder: Today at the Special Meeting of Stockholders we received stockholder approval to effect a one-for-eight...

Callaway Golf Company Announces 2008 Third Quarter and Nine Month Results

CARLSBAD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Callaway Golf Company (NYSE:ELY) today announced its financial results for the third quarter and first nine months ended September 30. "Despite the unprecedented global economic conditions and a strong 2007, we have delivered earnings growth of...

Cabela's Inc. Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Results and Updates Fiscal 2008 Outlook

SIDNEY, Neb.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Cabela's Incorporated (NYSE: CAB), the World's Foremost Outfitter(R) of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, today reported financial results for its third fiscal quarter ended September 27, 2008. Total revenue for the third quarter of 2008 increased...

Media Advisory: Florham Park Life Time Athletic to Host VIP Celebration on November 6

-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Life Time Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: LTM): -0- *T WHAT: VIP Celebration on Thursday, November 6, 2008, beginning at 7:00 p.m. for the new Florham Park Life Time Athletic location. WHERE: 14 Fernwood Road Florham Park, NJ 07932 Phone number: 908-598-1212 WHEN...

Churchill Downs Incorporated's 2008 Third-Quarter Conference Call Announcement

LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ: CHDN) will release 2008 third-quarter results at 4:30 p.m. EST on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, and host a related conference call to discuss the results on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, at 9 a.m. EST. Investors and...

iTeam Sports Making the Ultimate Sports Fantasy - Team Ownership - a Reality for Fans

BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Full Media Kit at: http://www.owlinnovations.com/mediakit.zip Every fan has long fantasized about owning a professional sports team. The arrival of the non-profit organization, iTeam Sports, now makes the once seemingly impossible dream an...

Sprint to Carry Live NFL Network Game Telecasts via Wireless on Sprint's Now Network

OVERLAND PARK, Kan.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Sprint (NYSE: S) today announced that it will become the first wireless carrier to offer live NFL game telecasts starting Nov. 6 when NFL Network televises the first game its eight-game schedule. Sprint will be the only wireless carrier to offer...

Mounted Memories and MAB Celebrity Sports Partner up for Exclusive Deal with World Series MVP Cole Hamels

PLANTATION, Fla.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Cole Hamels, the ace starting pitcher and MVP for the World Series Champion Philadelphia Phillies, has signed an autograph deal with Mounted Memories, the wholesale division of Dreams, Inc. (AMEX:DRJ), through MAB Celebrity Sports. As part of the...

Golf Club Throwing Contest - 1st Annual - Stracka.com

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Stracka.com features Brian Nash (Golf Long Drive Champ) in a Long Drive contest...and just for fun, we will also have the 1st Annual Golf Club throwing contest. Yes, golfers will be able to throw a golf club. "Distance and style matter," said Brian Nash...

Emerald Nuts Sponsors Final Five Miles of the 2008 ING New York City Marathon

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Diamond Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: DMND) announced today that its Emerald snack nut brand is sponsoring the final five miles of the 2008 ING New York City Marathon to reach thousands of runners and millions of spectators with its natural energy message...

Natrol Offers Free Nutritional Supplements at 2008 US Half Marathon's Active Living Expo, Sat., Nov.1, in San Francisco

CHATSWORTH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Natrol, Inc., a premier marketer, manufacturer, and distributor of nationally branded nutritional products, is proud to provide samples (while supplies last) for attendees at San Francisco's 2008 US Half Marathon's Active Living Expo. Natrol's...

ESPN and StubHub Expand Relationship

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - StubHub, the world's largest ticket marketplace, is pleased to announce its relationship with ESPN, the worldwide leader in sports, has been expanded to include television, radio, mobile and more robust online components. The agreement builds upon the...

Dover Downs Gaming & Entertainment, Inc. Reports Results for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2008

DOVER, Del.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Dover Downs Gaming & Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:DDE) today reported results for the three months ended September 30, 2008. The Company's revenues decreased 1% to $63,929,000 compared with $64,566,000 for the third quarter of 2007. Gaming revenues...

Dover Motorsports, Inc. Reports Results for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2008

DOVER, Del.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Dover Motorsports, Inc. (NYSE:DVD) today reported its results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2008. For the quarter ended September 30, 2008, revenues were $39,791,000 compared with $40,951,000 in the third quarter of 2007. The...

Travelers Introduces First Hybrid Boat & Yacht Insurance Discount

HARTFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Now, more than ever, boaters are looking for ways to improve fuel economy and reduce their impact on the environment without sacrificing speed. As a result, hybrid powered boats are starting to enter the market. As boaters are beginning to...

WWE(R) SmackDown(R) vs. Raw(R) 2009 Playable Demo Now Available for Download via PlayStation(R)Network

AGOURA HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) and JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK) today announced the WWE(R) SmackDown(R) vs. Raw(R) 2009 playable demo is now available for free download via PlayStation(R)Network exclusively for the PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer...

Leading Yacht Specialist Edmiston Unveils Largest Yacht at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - The world's largest international boat show opens today, 30th October, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Set across six sites, covering 3 million square feet, some $3billion worth of ships and related products are on display. Leading yacht...

Teletouch - Hawk Electronics Div. Signs 3-Year Sponsorship for Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl; Hosts Global Calling and New Photo Center for Attending Troops

FORT WORTH, Texas-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Teletouch Communications, Inc. (OTC: TLLE), a leading U.S. cellular provider and mobile electronics retailer today announced that its Hawk Electronics division renewed its sponsorship of the ESPN operated Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl in an...

Fathead(R) Commemorative Logo of 2008 World Series Champions Philadelphia Phillies Available Now at Fathead.com

LIVONIA, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Fathead(R), the number one brand in sports and entertainment precision-cut vinyl graphics and officially licensed images of Major League Baseball, releases a limited edition commemorative logo of the 2008 World Series Champions, Philadelphia...

Global Yachting Media Aligns with Bahamas to Drive Luxury Tourism

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-October 29, 2008 - Global Yachting Media, the yachting industry's only integrated marketing communications firm, has formed a strategic alliance with the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism. The Islands of the Bahamas has pledged government support for Global Yachting...

TaylorMade-adidas Golf Company and Global Value Commerce Launch Online Store for TaylorMade PreOwned Equipment

RALEIGH, N.C.-(Business Wire)-October 29, 2008 - Global Value Commerce, a leader in preowned golf equipment sales and technology solutions, and TaylorMade-adidas Golf Company (TMaG), the recognized leader in the development of high-performance golf club technology, have teamed to create a new...

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results and Files Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q

SOUTHPORT, Conn.-(Business Wire)-October 29, 2008 - Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR), today filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the third quarter of 2008 and a letter to Ruger shareholders on Form 8-K, which have been posted and are available on the SEC website at www.sec.gov...

BrowserMedia Launches Website for UMD Women's Basketball Program

BETHESDA, Md.-(Business Wire)-October 29, 2008 - BrowserMedia announced today the launch of the website for the University of Maryland Women's Basketball Program, viewable at http://www.MarylandWomensBasketball.com. Under the leadership of Coach Brenda Frese, who is beginning her seventh season at...

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