Sports Authority Signs On as a Sponsor for Soccer 5 USA?s 5v5 Tournament in Miami

Miami, FL (PRWEB) July 16, 2010

Sports Authority, one of the nation's largest full-line sporting goods retailers, has signed on as a sponsor of Soccer 5 USA?s 5v5 Soccer Tournament set to take place on August 14th, 2010 at the Kendall Soccer Park. Team registration is still open; all South Florida Soccer enthusiasts, regardless of age, are encouraged to sign up.

Earlier this year, Soccer 5 USA entered in an agreement with Miami-Dade Parks and Recreation Department to design, build, and operate 5v5 Soccer facilities at Kendall Soccer Park. Soccer 5?s ultimate goal is to encourage interest in Soccer in the US, which has been bolstered by the admirable performance of the US team at the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Soccer5 USA is investing upwards of $ 1,000,000 into the new facilities and their online capabilities, providing soccer enthusiasts all over the US the opportunity to ?Get in the Game?.

?We are very excited to be the official sporting goods retailer of Soccer 5 USA,? said Mark Kirby, Regional Senior Vice President for Sports Authority. ?This partnership has long-lasting potential because we share the passion for our nation?s youth being active in sports, promoting the development of a healthy lifestyle, and the growth of soccer in the U.S. We look forward to providing great value to all Soccer 5 USA members for years to come.?

As a major supporter of community sporting endeavors and an overall active lifestyle, Sports Authority (SA) has donated essential equipment needed to organize the 5v5 Soccer tournament. SA has also extended, to all Soccer 5 USA members, a coupon promotion for a discount off the total price of any purchase. It?s a great opportunity for our teams to equip themselves with top-of-the-line sporting gear and professional team paraphernalia; the promotion is valid until January 2011.

?5v5 Soccer is a perfect way to get people of all ages into the game, because the matches are shorter and the scores are higher,? said Scott Georgeson Soccer5 President. ?By making the field proportionately smaller with teams of 5 vs. 5, we offer a more dynamic game with a higher score average.?

Soccer 5 USA hopes to expand its operations to the rest of South Florida and ultimately the rest of the US.

About Sports Authority

Headquartered in Englewood, CO, Sports Authority is one of the nation's largest full-line sporting goods retailers, offering a comprehensive and high-quality assortment of brand name sporting apparel and equipment at competitive prices.

Sports Authority is staffed with experts in all areas of sports and fitness related topics, and strives to be the ultimate "authority," both on and off the field. Whether in the game or cheering from the sidelines, Sports Authority is the leading destination for consumers to fulfill their own sports equipment needs, as well as find their favorite team's apparel.

Sports Authority operates 462 stores in 45 states, and employs more than 15,000 associates nationwide. It also operates stores in Japan under a partnership with AEON Co., Ltd. The company's e-commerce website is located at http://www.sportsauthority.com

About Soccer 5 USA

The evolution of 5v5 soccer in the USA, a game for all ages and skill levels for all who play soccer, talk soccer, shop soccer. Our Mission is to see 5 v 5 soccer being played in every city by World Cup 2014, and doing all it can to support 'the game is in the US' World Cup 2018 bid.

For further information on Soccer 5 USA or scheduling, please visit http://www.soccer5usa.com/miami or contact Scott Georgeson, President, US Soccer 5 LLC, Suite 640, 4855 Technology Way, FL 33431 Tel: 561 241 1433. For further information on Kendall Soccer Park contact George Parrado, Central Region Manager, Miami Dade Parks and Recreation, 10910 SW 24 St, Miami, Fl 33165 Tel: 786 315 5252.

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Sweet Summer Time Freebies: Download Five Hot iPhone Sports Apps

Seoul, South Korea (PRWEB) June 10, 2011

It?s time to play ball. The iPhone App Store features quality digital sports game-play. Many of these options are free, which is great news for consumers seeking savvy ways to get the most out of their devices. With so many games to choose from, the App Store might feel overwhelming. Gamers don?t need to sweat their way through the confusion, however.

Check out profiles for five of the finest sports applications for iOS right here. Each represents a different sport, so there?s something for everyone.

Goal Battle

A revolutionary new online iPhone soccer game from veteran developer Mobicle pits online player against one another in real-time. Players test their goal kicking skills in this tightly focused 3D animated offering. Goal Battle?s in-game characters are highly customizable, letting players express their team allegiances and personal style.

Speedball 2 Evolution

This fantastical, futuristic sport is a combination of football, hockey, and team warfare in a fast-paced multi-planet environment. Speedball 2 Evolution features nostalgic 2D graphics and a hard-hitting attitude.

Mike Tyson: Main Event

Rock Software?s boxing freebie is for those who prefer their sports a little (or a lot) more on the high impact side. Cartoonish graphics and the chance to box against popular movie characters give this game a special edge.

iStunt 2 ? Insane Hills

For players who are looking for a more wintery landscape to beat the summer heat, this snowboarding app hits the slopes. iStunt 2 ? Insane Hills should appeal to extreme sports lovers, as it takes snowboarding to a fanciful, saw-dodging, impossible stunt performing extreme.

iBasketball

This SGN offering lets players compete against one another all time, and offers several modes of play in an edgy take-it-to-the-streets environment. 3D graphics and multiple modes of play make this game a great addition to players? game collections.

Score big this summer without spending a single cent. The iPhone App Store has a game for everyone. Even those who always got picked last on the playground can have a ball with these fun, free sports games.

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Global Market for Sports and Fitness Nutrition to Reach US$67.2 Billion by 2017, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) November 22, 2011

Follow us on LinkedIn ? The global sports and fitness nutrition market has been witnessing a phenomenal change in recent years. Products that were previously meant for athletes and body builders are now being targeted towards the general population. As consumer attitudes towards fitness turns favorable, these products are increasingly finding adoption among the non-athlete consumer group, particularly among the younger demographic profile. As a result, sports nutrition products that previously were touted for their muscle building potential are now being marketed as ones that promote good health. These beverages were conventionally placed in gyms and were rarely found in supermarket and retail store shelves.

With the favorable attitude of customers towards exercise, the definition of sports and fitness nutrition products also started changing. Younger generation, health conscious consumers, soccer moms, and weekend fitness warriors are now the core consumer cluster. Sports beverages are increasingly being used as refreshment drinks, which is further fuelling demand for these products in the marketplace, Presently, sports and energy bars are one of the fastest growing segments, as consumers are turning busier day-by-day and are more impulsive towards their purchases of meals or meal replacements. The supplements segment has also been growing at a significant rate in various parts of the world due to increased working hours and importance towards exercise and sports.

Manufacturers of sports and fitness nutrition products who conventionally distributed through select channels including catalogues, spas, and multi-level marketing, are now offering products through common and widely used delivery modes such as convenience stores and supermarkets to broaden their customer base. New trends are also being witnessed in the ingredients that go into the making of such products. With consumers increasingly turning away from artificial or synthetic products, sports and fitness nutrition products produced from natural ingredients are making inroads into the market. Delivery formats are also witnessing a transformation as manufacturers are attempting to offer formats that are not only convenient to use but which also facilitate optimized dispersion of active ingredients in the body.

Rising tide of regulatory changes across the world is the most serious issue affecting the future of global supplement sales. Supplement companies operating in North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America, or Russia, are awaiting possible changes in legislation that may be widespread affecting the ingredients used in supplements, and the health and marketing claims that is to be made for such products. With sports nutrition market experiencing quite a lot of action in the last few years, regulatory bodies now assume a major role, coming up with strict enforcement policies toward sports nutrition. Several companies have been found to be padding their dietary supplements with steroids or FDA-approved drugs, making supplements an illicit drug rather than a dietary supplement. With rising ingredient scandals, social activists, and government authorities are demanding stern action to prevent inferior-quality ingredients reaching the retail shelves. Efforts are being taken to guard the supply chain with ongoing quality assurance education and GMP certifications.

In the global sports and fitness nutrition products market, the United States represents the single largest regional market, as stated by the new research report on Sports and Fitness Nutrition. Increasing awareness and growing usage among mainstream customers to improve personal fitness has led to significant growth of the market in the US. In terms of future growth, the Asia-Pacific market displays immense potential and is poised to expand at the fastest CAGR of about 10% over the analysis period. The Food and Drinks product segment accounts for a significant share of the global market, with major contribution from the sports/energy drinks and bars. The Supplements segment is increasingly gaining share due to growing usage of products among tight-scheduled busy consumers, and is expected to register fast track growth through the projected period.

Key market participants profiled in the report include Abbott Nutrition, AST Sports Science, Body Wise International, Inc., Balance Bar Co., Champion Nutrition, Inc., Clif Bar, Inc., The Coca-Cola Co., Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc., Dymatize Enterprises, Inc., GlaxoSmithKline Plc., Hansen Natural Corporation, Kraft Foods, Inc., MuscleTech Research and Development Inc., NBTY Inc., Nestl? SA, Optimum Nutrition, Inc., Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., PepsiCo Inc., Red Bull GmbH, Seven Seas Ltd., Slim-Fast Foods Company, Schiff Nutrition International, Inc., and Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd.

The research report titled ?Sports and Fitness Nutrition: A Global Strategic Business Report? announced by Global Industry Analysts Inc., provides useful market insights as well as comprehensive review of key market trends, industry overview, product introductions, recent industry activity and profiles of market players worldwide. The report profiles the international competition arena and provides pertinent market share data and product share tables. Analytics are presented in dollar value for major geographic markets such as United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World. Major product segments analyzed include Foods and Drinks; and Supplements. The study also provides historic data for an insight into market evolution over the period 2003 through 2008.

For more details about this comprehensive market research report, please visit ? http://www.strategyr.com/Sports_And_Fitness_Nutrition_Market_Report.asp

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