Press Releases by Category Sports
A donation of 2,000 euros allows a team from Kassel to participate in the Oxfam …
Kassel / Germany. The Aupair World Team is physically at the top for the greatest charity walk worldwide. However, this alone does not suffice to be allowed at the start of the Oxfam Trailwalker Germany, which will take place in the Harz mountains this September. Each team needs to raise a fund of 2,000 euros for Oxfam prior to the event. The donation of 2,000 euros made by a.n.d., the…
Basketball Pioneers
Popular game grows even more popular across regions.
Leaders of the basketball federations of five neighboring countries – members of the newly established new continental sub-zone, the Central Asian Basketball Association (SABA) – met in Tashkent.
“Emergence of SABA can be called a breakthrough in the whole system of the continental sports organizations,” said Abay Alpamysov, president of the new organization. “Prior to the SABA Founding Congress that took place this June…
Get fit going into autumn: The last weeks of training before running a half mara …
The second half of the marathon season is just around the corner! From September to December, the running calendar 2012 includes many national and international highlights. Now it is necessary to train with organisation and concentration for the autumn runs. While beginners to running would do well to plan for the 2013 season, experienced athletes in good condition can get into competition-shape for the challenging half marathon within six weeks.…
Aureus Management Consulting and kern communications are joining forces internat …
With combined purpose and aim, Aureus Management Consulting (Aureus) and kern communications (kern) concentrate their respective expertise on strategically advising sports organizations as well as those companies which wish to use sports as a communication tool and/or business field. While stressing the importance of sound finance and risk management (“financial discipline”) and tangible deliverables, the main focus of their cooperation is on the two themes of business planning and strategic…
Fat metabolism training: Taking performance to the limit
How can I train and optimise my fat metabolism? This is a crucial question for many ambitious endurance athletes who are aiming to efficiently improve their performance during training and competition. The fat metabolism method is also used for a controlled weight management programme in fitness sports to reduce the body fat percentage. But especially in professional sports, benefits and effects of this approach are much-discussed topics. Interested athletes should…
Onlineprinters is Once Again Official Partner of the German SuperCup
Online print shop sponsors match of FC Bayern München vs. Borussia Dortmund
Neustadt an der Aisch, Germany – This year's SuperCup on Sunday, 12 August 2012, 8 p.m. will see the teams of FC Bayern München and Borussia Dortmund play against each other in the Munich Allianz Arena. "Record champion welcomes double winner! We are excited to officially sponsor this thrilling match of the SuperCup 2012 once again before starting into…
The JogStyle from Omron Healthcare for an Athletic Lifestyle
Pleasantly-warm temperatures and the enthusiasm for great performances in London strengthen the personal will to exercise more often. Active people improve their physical fitness as well as their mental well-being, and are able to cope better with a stressful daily life. Supporting running tools help both professional athletes and ambitious endurance runners with controlling and optimising their performance.
The JogStyle from Omron – High efficiency and intuitive handling
The JogStyle from Omron…
Aupair World - Silly Walkers: Walking for the good cause
Kassel (23 July 2012). Along the lines: „We'd go miles for women's rights“, four of our team members will be tackling the Oxfam Trailwalker challenge in September. By participating in the 100 kilometre team challenge for charity, they will support children and women.
For Aupair World, social commitment is primarily linked to physical fitness in 2012: our ten runners only returned from the J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge in Frankfurt in…
Andreas Zmuda and Doreen Kröber at EEA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012
Andreas Zmuda und Doreen Kroeber will touch down tomorrow at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin/USA to participate at the EAA AirVenture, the world’s largest annual gathering of aviation enthusiasts. Pilots around the globe are enthusiastic following up there world record attempt, what started at Zephryhills, Florida/USA and ends April 2015 at Sydney / Australia.
The first EAA Airventure fly-in was held in 1953 in Hales Corners, Wisconsin (near…
The world record attempt of the "Trike-Globetrotter" has begun
On July, 21st 2012 at 5:30 a.m. Andreas Zmuda and Doreen Kroeber took off with a storybook take off in their “Trike” type microlight aircraft in front of approximately 120 spectators at the Municipal Airport in Zephryshills / Florida - USA.
The two will fly each week an average of 1,100 kilometers. First stop over will be Oshkosh, Wisconsin, where from July 23-30 2012 the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the world’s…
Running on the beach – The right workout during holidays
Most people associate the holidays with sun, beach and the ocean. Whether Florida, Spain or the Dominican Republic – popular sand beaches all around the world attract millions of tourists every year. The wonderful view and the pure, clean air at the ocean are not only the perfect surroundings for a long walk on the beach, but especially for an enjoyable running session. That keeps the body in shape and…
Strider World Cup Arrives In Las Vegas For USA BMX Las Vegas Nationals
Strider Sports International, developer of the patented STRIDER™ No-Pedal Balance Bikes, is bringing the Strider World Cup™ to Las Vegas, Nevada for the USA BMX Las Vegas Nationals July 14th at South Point Hotel & Casino, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89183.
The season-long Strider World Cup™ series gives toddlers ages two to five the chance for friendly competition at events across the country. No prior experience needed!…
John McEnroe Adds Capital Region To Schedule For NY Sportimes World TeamTennis M …
NY Sportimes captain and Tennis Hall of Famer John McEnroe will compete in an additional match for his WTT squad when the Sportimes take on the Boston Lobsters in a World TeamTennis match at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, N.Y., on July 24. John Isner, originally scheduled as Marquee Player for that night will instead prepare for his appearance representing the United States at the upcoming London Olympics.
McEnroe,…
Strider World Cup Sprints To Pittsburgh For USA BMX Stars N Stripes Nationals
Strider Sports International, developer of the patented STRIDER™ No-Pedal Balance Bikes, is bringing the Strider World Cup™ to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for the USA BMX Star N Stripes Nationals July 7th at South Park BMX, East Park Drive, Bethel Park, PA 15102.
The season-long Strider World Cup™ series gives toddlers ages two to five the chance for friendly competition at events across the country. The Strider World Cup race will drop the…
Wat-aah! Partners With the Steve Nash Foundation for NYC’s 5th Annual Showdown i …
NEW YORK/ -- On Wednesday, June 27, 2012, WAT-AAH!, a brand of functional water for kids and teens, will be the official beverage sponsor of The Steve Nash Foundation's 5th Annual Showdown in Chinatown, an all-star event where NBA stars compete alongside soccer's best in an innovative soccer match raising money to benefit children everywhere. Past rosters have included players such as Steve Nash, Thierry Henry, Claudio Reyna, Tony Parker,…
Franklin Hot Hitters Joey Votto And Paul Konerko Among League Leaders In Batting …
In the 30th anniversary season of the batting glove, a pair of Franklin hot hitting first sackers are hovering around the top of the batting races in both the National and American Leagues. Joey Votto of the Cincinnati Reds, batting a blistering .355 through Monday’s game, trails David Wright of the Mets (.358) by only three percentage points in the N.L., while White Sox first baseman Paul Konerko (.337) is…
Colourful eating – Vitamins in endurance sport
Cyclists, runners or swimmers – especially endurance athletes need a healthy, well-balanced diet. Since the body transpires and loses important minerals during physical strain, the need for nutrients is high, even in phases of regeneration. For a healthy balance of nutrients, athletes should consume a sufficient amount of natural vitamins and minerals from fruits and vegetables. The important micro nutrients strengthen the immune system and turn out to be true…
The NBRPA Announces Launch of the South Florida NBA Legends
The South Florida NBA Legends announces their official launch with the election of Former LA Laker Irving Thomas as the chapter President.
Miami, FL (June 12, 2012) - - The National Basketball Retired Players Association (NBRPA) has officially launched a South Florida Chapter, the South Florida NBA Legends. Last month, former NBA all-stars met in a private Miami location to announce the implementation of the new South Florida Chapter. Sponsored…
Marathon boom – How to choose the right one: Reasonable planning on registering …
The fascination of a marathon captures more and more runners every year. Ambitious athletes all over the world aspire to experience the illustrious discipline of running. Increasing attendance figures and the variety of marathon events prove the ongoing boom. Nowadays, almost every big city organises a run; the choice of which to attend is immense. But not only the venues are wide-ranging; the types of marathons differentiate as well. From…
Team Spirit Australia Announce Al Baxter As Their Rugby Ambassador
Team Spirit Australia is proud to announce that former Australian Wallaby Al Baxter will be joining their team for 2012. Baxter will take on the role as rugby ambassador; providing endorsement for the Team Spirit range of custom rugby uniforms and equipment.
When asked of his new role, Baxter said "It's great to work with a brand that really understands rugby. Team Spirit custom rugby jerseys are built specifically to the…
Strider World Cup Sprints To Salt Lake City For USA BMX Great Salt Lake National …
Strider Sports International, the world’s premier no-pedal balance bike manufacturer, is bringing the Strider World Cup™ to Salt Lake City, Utah for the USA BMX Great Salt Lake Nationals June 30th at Rad Canyon BMX, 5200W, 9800S (approx.) South Jordan, UT.
The season-long Strider World Cup™ series gives toddlers ages two to five the chance for friendly competition at events across the country. The Strider World Cup race will drop the…
Chartridge Conference Centre launch Leisure Golf Breaks
Chartridge Conference Centre has teamed up with Chartridge Park Golf Club to offer special weekend break leisure golfing packages for players of all abilities from just £99 per person.
Family owned Chartridge Park Golf Club is set in the tranquil Buckingham countryside, and golfers can enjoy the wonderful views over the Pednor Valley and Chiltern Hills which have been designated areas of outstanding natural beauty.
Designed by John Jacobs,…
Lotus F1 Team demo in London kicks starts The Grand Prix Ball in 2012
The Lotus F1 Team will Launch this years Grand Prix Ball at the Hurlingham Club in style, with a live running F1 car to start the proceedings.
The Grand Prix Ball, held in London on the Thursday prior to the British Grand Prix at Silverstone (5th July), will see the only live running car in London before the race.
Set in the grand surroundings of the Hurlingham’s 54 acres on the banks…
Golf Apparel Company, Wear To Win, Launches New Weartowin.Com Website
This new Wear To Win website was developed by the award winning website design and online marketing company Precept Partners.
MISHAWAKA, INDIANA – Wear to Win, LLC has launched their new golf and activewear website which features HTML5 technology for cross-platform compatibility. The website features the new look of the Wear to Win lifestyle brand and includes several user-friendly shopping features.
“Our new Wear to Win website gives the…
Convergeone’S Golf Star Tyrrell Hatton Wins Your Golf Travel Europro Event
Media-City based ConvergeOne are pleased to announce that their young golf star won the Your Golf Travel Classic on 25th May.
Manchester, UK, June 12, 2012 -- Media-City based ConvergeOne are pleased to announce that their young golf star won the Your Golf Travel Classic on 25th May.
ConvergeOne has supported Tyrrell Hatton since March this year and it looks like that was a decision well made when he came from 3…
Runner’s High – Neurochemical happiness on the track
Euphoria, ecstasy, adrenaline – The runner’s high suprises athletes right in the middle of a strenuous run. Giving all they have, with enormous exertion, a feeling of elation suddenly appears. Close to their physical and mental limits only moments before, runners suddenly become euphoric and forget about the pain. An exceptional neurochemical condition mobilises unexpected reserves of strength. But how do runners reach this state and what exactly happens in…
Strider World Cup Sprints To San Diego For USA BMX U.S. Nationals
Strider Sports International, the world’s premier no-pedal balance bike manufacturer, is bringing the Strider World Cup™ to San Diego, California for the USA BMX U.S. Nationals on Saturday, June 16th at the Olympic Training Center, 2800 Olympic Parkway, Chula Vista, CA 91915.
The season-long Strider World Cup™ series gives toddlers ages two to five the chance for friendly competition at events across the country. The Strider World Cup race will…
Strider™ No-Pedal Balance Bikes Set To Roll Onto The Red Carpet At The Vibiana F …
Strider Sports International, the world’s premier manufacturer and marketer of children’s no-pedal balance bikes, will host an Outdoor Adventure Zone at the 2012 PLUSH Show on June 10, 2012, at the Vibiana, 214 South Main Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90012. You won’t want to miss your chance to see the fastest, safest, easiest way to teach toddlers as young as 18-months to discover the world on two wheels!
Strider Adventure…
Mark Webber Wins Monaco Grand Prix
After six races in the 2012 formula 1 season so far, there have been six different winners, making this one of the most open championship races in history. The title race is wide open, much like the constructors championship, with a number of teams in the running.
Australian Mark Webber became the sixth driver to top the podium this year, having started in pole position following a great performance in qualifying.…
California-based Surf with Nicole Takes off on New Jersey Beaches
California-based Surf with Nicole Takes off on New Jersey Beaches
Beach Haven, New Jersey – June 1, 2012
Who: Surf with Nicole, surf school for children, teens, adults, and families.
What: Surf instruction for ages 5 & up: Group Clinics, Private Lessons, and Surf Camps.
Where: Beach Haven, NJ. Beach 66.
Due to popular demand from our students, Surf with Nicole is expanding eastward from their home base in Huntington Beach; CA. Surf with…
Strider Sports International Selects UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation As C …
Strider Sports International, the world’s premier manufacturer and marketer of children’s no-pedal balance bikes for toddlers learning to ride, has announced a charitable partnership with the UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF). Strider Sports International is donating 500 bikes to UHCCF throughout 2012 to be distributed to children at various UHCCF fundraising events and to raise funds for its child medical grant program. In addition, Strider Sports will donate a percentage of…
Strider World Cup Sprints To Davison, MI For USA BMX Great Lakes Nationals
Strider Sports International, the world’s premier no-pedal balance bike manufacturer, is bringing the Strider World Cup™ to Davison, Michigan for the USA BMX Great Lakes Nationals June 9th at Great Lakes BMX, 6550 North Irish Road, Davison, MI 48423.
The season-long Strider World Cup™ series gives toddlers ages two to five the chance for friendly competition at events across the country. The Strider World Cup race will drop the gate at…
Common running mistakes made by professional athletes and beginners
Running seems to be so simple: Just put on your shoes and go! But there are a few obstacles waiting on and off the track. Even experienced runners often unnecessarily face health risks or performance setbacks, always trying to achieve a new personal best. Everybody, from beginners to pros, needs to consider some basic rules and guidelines in order to run good times as well as finish healthily and safely.
Ignoring…
Strider Sports Steps Up To Sponsor Kid DynaMite Apparel Company
Strider Sports International, the world’s premier manufacturer and marketer of balance bikes, has teamed up with Kid DynaMite Apparel Company, a brand new youth apparel company targeting action sports like BMX, motocross and skateboarding. As the developer of the patented STRIDER™ No-Pedal Balance Bike and creator of the Strider World Cup, Strider Sports and Kid DynaMite share one common goal: Give kids what they want!
Kid DynaMite is for kids of…
Strider World Cup Sprints To Nashville For USA BMX Music City Nationals
Strider Sports International, the world’s premier no-pedal balance bike manufacturer, is bringing the Strider World Cup™ to Nashville, Tennessee for the USA BMX Music City Nationals June 2nd at Music City BMX, 2901 Bell Road, Nashville, TN 37217.
The season-long Strider World Cup™ series gives toddlers ages two to five the chance for friendly competition at events across the country. The Strider World Cup race will drop the gate at 11:15am…
Strider Sports To Host Strider Adventure Zone And Celebrate The 96th Running Of …
Strider Sports International, the world’s premier manufacturer and marketer of balance bikes, and developer of the patented STRIDER™ No-Pedal Balance Bike, will host three STRIDER Adventure Zones as part of a week-long celebration of the 96th Running of the Indianapolis 500 race. Admission to the STRIDER® Adventure Zone is free with paid admission to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Held in the East Museum lot at the world-famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway,…
Russia to Face Freestyle USA Olympic Wrestling Team in Times Square on June 7 in …
USA Wrestling and Beat the Streets Wrestling, Inc. has announced that a team of talented athletes from World champion Russia will face the U.S. Olympians who will represent our nation in the London Games in Duffy Square in New York’s Times Square on Thursday, June 7.
This major international freestyle wrestling match, billed as “The Grapple in the Big Apple,” will be the featured competition for the 2012 Beat the…
Priceless Moment: Nigerian Football Fans Enjoyed Exclusive Access to the UEFA Ch …
Lagos, Nigeria – 19 May 2012 – This evening MasterCard Nigeria hosted an exclusive UEFA Champions League 2012 Final Fan Viewing experience in the heart of Lagos for its loyal clients and cardholders. Among the VIP guests in attendance were Football Legends, Victor Ikpeda and
Peter Rufai who mingled with football enthusiasts.
It was an evening for the fans, comprising of face painting, football songs and the opportunity to mix…
New WearToWin.com Site Showcases Cutting Edge Golf Fashions
Improved design and e-commerce functions make high-quality women’s golf apparel more accessible than ever before; technology supports iPad shopping for “women on-the-go”
The mother-daughter team founders of Wear to Win® today announced the re-launch of their golf apparel onnline store, www.WearToWin.com. The new website design was a collaboration between Wear to Win and Precept Partners, their Internet developers based in nearby Buchanan, Michigan.
Cindy Ormson,…
The JK Tyre-MMS Rotax Rookie Cup Hyderabad
HYDERABAD, May 20, 2012 _ Mumbai lad Arya Gandhi of Rayo Racing (206 points) pipped Chennai boy Surya Raguram of Meco Racing by one point (205) to emerge the Junior Max champion in the JK Tyre-MMS Rookie Cup 2012 karting championship at the MMS-Lahari Karting centre here on Sunday.
Gandhi, who led consistent Raguram by a single point after three races on Saturday, finished third in Sunday’s opening race which was…
Strider World Cup Sprints To Albuquerque For USA BMX Spring Nationals
Strider Sports International, the world’s premier no-pedal balance bike manufacturer, is bringing the Strider World Cup™ to Albuquerque, New Mexico for the USA BMX Spring Nationals May 26th at Duke City BMX, 1101 Buena Vista SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106.
The season-long Strider World Cup™ series gives toddlers ages two to five the chance for friendly competition at events across the country. The Strider World Cup race will drop the gate at…
Strider Sports International Donates 100 No-Pedal Bikes To Children’s Hospital L …
Strider Sports International, Inc., which designs specifically-engineered, no-pedal bikes that encourage toddlers and young children to ride, learn and explore the world on two wheels at a very early age, donated 100 “No-Pedal Bikes” to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. The donation to local-based organizations (such as Children’s Hospital Los Angeles) is part of Strider Sports’ sponsorship commitment to the Amgen Tour of California to serve communities that host the upcoming…
Strider Sports International Supports National Bike Month For Cyclists Of All Ag …
Strider Sports International, developer of the patented STRIDER™ No-Pedal Balance Bikes, supports The League of American Bicyclists and PeopleForBikes.org in the promotion of National Bike Month, May 1–30, 2012. Celebrate 55 years of National Bike Month with a fun, healthy and environmentally responsible pastime.
The U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey shows that although more than half of the US population lives within 5-miles of their workplace, just one-half of…
USA International Wrestling Returns Outdoors In Times Square on June 7 at Beat t …
“Beat The Streets,” the New York City-based not-for-profit organization that has brought wrestling to thousands of middle and high school students in New York City, along with USA Wrestling and the New York City Department of Education, today announced that for the second straight year, an international freestyle wrestling match featuring some of the world’s greatest Olympic-class wrestlers, will be held in Duffy Square in New York’s Times Square on…
Hemingway Century Tour and 5K run
On July 21st, 2012 Key Largo Bike and Adventure Tours will be hosting it’s 1st Annual Hemingway Century and 5K Tour. The event consists of a group of road cyclists leaving Key Largo at 7 AM and riding 100 miles south to Key West. The tour will be SAG supported and have 4 station breaks. Upon arrival to Key West, riders will check into there hotel rooms. Belongings will be…
Bonex Explorationssysteme targets recreational divers with new entry level Ecos …
The engineering company for reliable and high-quality underwater scooters adds a new model to its product range and aims for expansion. The new Ecos model adds an entry-level device for recreational divers which is also suitable as rental gear for dive centres
The handy and lightweight Ecos model is the ideal companion for any type of dive. One can take the flyweight with its strong handle anywhere. Technical divers appreciate the…
Phoenicia Cruises into Gibraltar’s Ocean Village and Makes a Special Collection …
Last time 21 metre Phoenicia came to Ocean Village in Gibraltar she was in the final throes of an epic 20,000 mile circumnavigation of Africa. This month, almost two years later, the traditionally built 600BC Phoenician cargo ship replica stopped at the marina for some deserved R&R en-route from Sardinia to London and to collect “stranded” crew member – Len Helfrich.
Len, a 73-year-old hailing from KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa,…
Nearly 9,000 Compete In The New Jersey Marathon And Long Branch Half Marathon
Nearly 9,000 competitors ran, jogged, walked and wheeled their way through today's 16th Annual New Jersey Marathon and Long Branch Half Marathon on a cool, crisp, breezy morning down the Shore. Jason Page, 38, of Durham, N.C. won the men's marathon in 2:33:13, while Megan DiGregorio, 24, of White Marsh, Md., running in her first marathon ever, took the women's first place medal at 3:00:44. Samuel Spencer,…
ABA Basketball Tryouts for Palmetto State Young Rizers
The Palmetto State Young Rizers are Looking for Ballers
Columbia, SC, May 02, 2012 - The Palmetto State Young Rizers announced today that they are having their first ever ABA Basketball tryouts on June 30th- July 1st and additional tryouts on July 28-30th. The Palmetto State Young Rizers is a professional ABA Basketball Team that is seeking hot new talent. Tryouts are being held at: 920 Beatty Road Columbia SC 29210…
Strider World Cup Sprints To Atlanta For USA BMX Dixieland Nationals
Strider Sports International, the world’s premier no-pedal balance bike manufacturer, is bringing the Strider World Cup™ to Powder Springs, Georgia for the USA BMX Dixieland Nationals May 12th at Cobb County BMX located outside Atlanta within Wild Horse Creek Park, 3820 Macedonia Road, Powder Springs, GA 30127.
The season-long Strider World Cup™ series gives toddlers ages two to five the chance for friendly competition at events across the country. The Strider…
