DecoTurf Named Official All Weather Tennis Surface of PTR

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Peggy Edwards
PO Box 4739
Hilton Head Island,
843-785-7244
peggy@ptrtennis.org

01/29/07 - Hilton Head Island, SC--Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) announced a partnership agreement with DecoTurf, the most recognized tennis court surfaces in the world. The five year sponsorship began in January 2007, and will provide PTR members an incentive to choose to play on DecoTurf’s numerous multi-layer tennis court systems.

John Graham, Managing Director, DecoTurf said, “Partnering with PTR and its tennis teaching professionals is a tremendous opportunity to work closely together and coordinate our efforts to benefit tennis overall. Over 40% of DecoTurf’s sales are international, and we look forward to teaming with PTR members in 123 countries around the world.”

“PTR is thrilled to be associated with the court surface provider of the US Open and the Olympics,” said Dan Santorum, CEO of PTR. “Our partnership will provide an excellent opportunity for both PTR and DecoTurf to cross promote businesses.”

DecoTurf has Authorized Applicators around the globe who are trained to install the surface that is known for its uniformity, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors and overall customer value. DecoTurf, a division of California Products Corporation, is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts. For more information about DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178, for international calls 978-623-9980.

PTR is the largest global organization of tennis teaching professionals with more than 12,000 members in 123 countries. It has the greatest percentage of multicultural and women members of any such organization. PTR is dedicated to educating, certifying and servicing tennis teachers and coaches around the world in order to grow the game.

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