International Women’s Golf Star Sophie Gustafson to Endorse ECCO Golf Shoes
(March 14th 2006) Renowned Danish shoemaker ECCO announces the addition of Sophie Gustafson to the growing list of international Tour stars that prefer the comfort, technology and style advantages of ECCO golf shoes.
As part of this endorsement agreement, Gustafson, one of the world’s premier female players, will wear ECCO golf shoes exclusively during all golf activities.
“Feeling good is key to my game, and no one makes more comfortable golf shoes than ECCO,” says Gustafson. “They also look great and are the perfect complement to my style.”
During her 13-year professional career, the 32-year old Swede has recorded 14 international victories. She was Europe’s number one player in 2000 and 2003, and has competed in five Solheim Cup competitions. In 2005, Gustafson recorded seven top-10 finishes on the LPGA Tour, was runner-up at the Women’s British Open and finished No. 28 on the money list.
“Sophie’s dedication to the game and her tremendously successful international career make her the perfect addition to our roster of staff players,” says Jesper Thuen, Sponsor and Event Manager, ECCO Golf.
ECCO are preferred by the world’s most discerning players, including international Tour stars Colin Montgomerie, Juli Inkster, Thomas Bjorn, Iben Tinning, Aaron Baddeley, Sophie Gustafson and Thongchai Jaidee.
Highlighting the keen attention to fashion, form and function that has distinguished ECCO for more than 40 years, the 2006 ECCO golf collection includes numerous new styles for men and women, including several fully waterproof Gore-Tex® options. Each model features water- and weather-resistant leather, distinctive comfort and cushion features, and is made using a direct-injection process unique in the field of golf footwear.
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 9,000 employees worldwide. ECCO USA, Inc. is based in Londonderry, New Hampshire. For more information: www.eccousa.com , (800) 886-3226.
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