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DecoTurf Congratulates World Team Tennis on 35 Seasons
July 12, 2010 Andover, MA – DecoTurf congratulates our friends at World Team Tennis as they begin their 35th season and is pleased to, once again, have been chosen as the Official Court Surface of WTT. ”Billie Jean King and WTT have a legacy that transcends sport. They helped to break barriers, while expanding the accessibility of the great game of tennis, and we are honored to continue our association with WTT,” said John Graham, DecoTurf’s managing director. The home courts of each of the 10 WTT Pro League teams will continue sport the distinctive color scheme that has become synonymous with both great tennis and family entertainment. The unique multicolored court design is a calico pattern that features a patchwork of colors including blue, green, brown and maroon in vibrant DecoColor coatings created exclusively for WTT. DecoTurf is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world, best known as the Surface of US Open Series and US Open since 1978. DecoTurf’s multi-layered, cushioned surface has also been installed on courts at many of the world's most prestigious events, including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympics, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, the NCAA Championships and at many of the finest facilities around the globe. DecoTurf is also an Official Surface of the Intercollegiate Tennis Association and the Professional Tennis Registry. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. For more information on World Team Tennis visit www.wtt.com.
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DecoTurf Surface Chosen for the Atlanta Tennis Championships
June 21, 2010 Andover, MA – The organizers of the Atlanta Tennis Championships have chosen DecoColor, from the makers of DecoTurf, as the Official Surface of their world-class tennis tournament. The Atlanta Tennis Championships will take place July 17-25 at the Atlanta Athletic Club, in Johns Creek, Georgia as part of the prestigious Olympus US Open Series. The ATP World Tour returns to Georgia for the first time in 9 years when Atlanta last staged an ATP World Tour event from 1992-2001 that was played on green clay. “In welcoming the Olympus US Open Series to Atlanta, we wanted to provide the best setting for an exciting and competitive tournament,” said Tournament Director Bill Oakes “and we are confident that the professionals at DecoTurf, with their extensive experience with championship events, will help us accomplish that.” “DecoTurf is excited to have once again been chosen as the surface for an Olympus US Open Series tournament," said John Graham, DecoTurf's Managing Director “and we are pleased to be working with Signature Tennis of Woodstock, Georgia.” Signature Tennis is a full-service tennis court construction firm that builds and services courts throughout Georgia, and brings extensive experience and pride to every job. DecoTurf has been the Surface of the US Open for 32 years and is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushioned tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the two most-recent Olympic Games, Davis Cup, Fed Cup, and the Olympus US Open Series tournaments. DecoTurf is also an Official Surface of the Intercollegiate Tennis Association and the Professional Tennis Registry. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178.
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DecoTurf Surface Chosen for Davis Cup Tie
May 4, 2010 Andover, MA – The Chinese Tennis Association has chosen DecoColor, from the makers of DecoTurf when China plays host to Kazakhstan in the Davis Cup Asia/Oceania Zone Group 1 second round. The Tie will take place May 7–9 at the Hubei Olympic Sports Center, Wuhan, China P.R. The Davis Cup run by the International Tennis Federation is the premier international team event in men's tennis. The tournament was conceived in 1899 by four members of the Harvard University tennis team who wished to challenge the British to a tennis competition. The first match, between the United States and Great Britain was held at the Longwood Cricket Club in Boston, Massachusetts in 1900. China is the latest among several national tennis teams, including Greece, Canada, and the United States, who have recently chosen DecoTurf for their Davis Cup venues. “DecoTurf is honored to have been chosen as the surface for this prestigious match", said John Graham, DecoTurf's Managing Director. “DecoTurf was selected for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and we are always pleased to work with The Chinese Tennis Association to provide and outstanding playing surface for this Davis Cup Tie.” DecoTurf has been the Surface of the US Open for 32 years and is still the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushioned tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the two most-recent Olympic Games, Davis Cup, Fed Cup, and US Open Series tournaments. DecoTurf is also an Official Surface of the Intercollegiate Tennis Association and the Professional Tennis Registry. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178.
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DecoTurf Selected for WTT Smash Hits
Andover, MA, December, 2009- The WTT Smash Hits, a charity event co-hosted by Sir Elton John and Billie Jean King will once again sport the colorful look and competitive feel of DecoColor. The play will take place on December 8 at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on the Louisiana State University Campus. DecoTurf is the Official Court Surface of World Team Tennis (WTT). The unique, WTT multicolored court design is a calico pattern that features a patchwork of colors including blue, green, brown and maroon. “DecoTurf is proud to be the Official Court Surface of the WTT. The stylish surface we have created for WTT is an exciting combination of vibrant colors, and the most consistent tennis surface in the industry.” said John Graham, DecoTurf’s Managing Director. DecoTurf has been the Surface of the US Open for 32 years and is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushioned tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the two most-recent Olympic Games, Davis Cup, Fed Cup, and seven different Olympus US Open Series tournaments. DecoTurf is also an Official Surface of the Intercollegiate Tennis Association and the Professional Tennis Registry. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178.
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DecoTurf Tennis Surface Selected for Shanghai ATP Masters 1000 Andover, MA, October 11, 2009 - The Shanghai Masters 1000 presented by Rolex, featuring the world’s best 56-player draw, has chosen DecoTurf’s DecoColor tennis surface. This elite ATP Masters 1000 event will be played at the Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena in Shanghai, People’s Republic of China. The inaugural edition is scheduled to take place from October 11 to October 18, 2009. "DecoTurf is pleased and honored to be the preferred court surface for this ATP Masters event" said John Graham, DecoTurf's Managing Director. “We are grateful to be teamed with Howell Sports LTD of Shanghai, the outstanding contractor who installed the DecoColor tennis surface.” Pro DecoTurf has been the Surface of the US Open for 32 years and is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushioned tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the two most-recent Olympic Games, Davis Cup, Fed Cup, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. DecoTurf tennis surfaces have been classified by the International Tennis Federation’s (ITF) Court Pace Rating system. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. Contact: _________________________________________________________
DecoTurf Tennis Surface Selected for 2009 China Open Andover, MA, October 2, 2009 - The China Open a WTA/ATP International Tennis Federation event has chosen DecoTurf’s cushioned tennis surface. This elite event will be played at the National Tennis Center in Beijing, China from October 2nd – 11th. The Beijing National Tennis Center with 17 full cushioned DecoTurf Courts was host to the 2008 Olympic Games. "DecoTurf is pleased and honored to be the preferred court surface for this event which has the highest prize money of tennis tournaments that take place in the Asian region" said John Graham, DecoTurf's Managing Director. Pro DecoTurf has been the Surface of the US Open for 32 years and is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushioned tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the two most-recent Olympic Games, Davis Cup, Fed Cup, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. DecoTurf tennis surfaces have been classified by the International Tennis Federation’s (ITF) Court Pace Rating system. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178/978-623-9980. Contact:
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September 3, 2009 US OPEN AND DECOTURF EXTEND THIRTY-ONE YEAR CONTRACT FOR SIX YEARS _________________________________________________________
August 17th, 2009 Andover, MA, August, 17, 2009 - The Western & Southern Financial Group Masters, one of the oldest and most prestigious events in the world of tennis has once again chosen DecoTurf’s cushioned tennis surface. This elite ATP Masters 1000 event, one of the strongest and most important tournaments on the ATP Tour will be played at the Lindner Family Tennis Center August 17th – 23rd. The Lindner Family Tennis Center is the only venue in tennis, outside of the the four Grand Slam tournaments, which utilizes more than two permanent stadiums and this tournament is one of only nine that award 1000 points as part of the Masters Series.
"DecoTurf is pleased and honored to be the preferred court surface for this ATP Masters event" said John Graham, DecoTurf's Managing Director. “We are grateful to be teamed with Total Tennis of Columbus, Ohio, the outstanding contractor who installed the full cushioned DecoTurf tennis surface.” Pro DecoTurf has been the Surface of the US Open for 32 years and is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushioned tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the two most-recent Olympic Games, Davis Cup, Fed Cup, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. DecoTurf tennis surfaces have been classified by the International Tennis Federation’s (ITF) Court Pace Rating system. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. Contact: _________________________________________________________
August 11, 2009
The Rogers Cup, which alternates annually between Montreal’s Uniprix Stadium and Toronto’s Rexall Centre, is recognized as one of the world’s best-run tournaments and has long been a favorite stop of the tour’s top players, including top-ranked Raphael Nadal, Roger Federer and Canadian favorite, Daniel Nestor. In addition to being part of the ATP Masters Series, it also serves an integral part of the Olympus US Open Series. “DecoTurf is proud to continue our relationship with Tennis Canada and to have once again been chosen as the surface for this great event", said Tom Magner, DecoTurf's Eastern Regional Manager. “These courts, installed once again by Terrassement Jopat, should be a source of pride for the Montreal tennis community, for the Rogers Cup and beyond.” Terrassement Jopat a full-service family tennis court construction company based in Montreal, Quebec has been surfacing the courts at the Jarry Tennis Centre for more than two decades. DecoTurf has been the Surface of the US Open for 32 years and is still the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushioned tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the two most-recent Olympic Games, Davis Cup, Fed Cup, and seven different Olympus US Open Series tournaments. DecoTurf is also the Official All Weather Tennis Surface of the Professional Tennis Registry. For more information on DecoTurf visitwww.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178.
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DecoTurf is Once Again Selected for the Olympus US Open Series in Cincinnati Andover, MA, August 11, 2009 - As momentum builds towards the US Open, the Lindner Family Tennis Center will host the Western & Southern Financial Group Women’s Open as part of the Olympus US Open Series, August 8th -16th. The play will once again take place on DecoTurf's cushioned tennis surface. The players include the reigning champs at all four Grand Slams; the reigning Olympic gold medalist; three players who were No. 1 in the world in 2008; and recent finalists at the Australian Open, the US Open, the French Open, and the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour Championships. "DecoTurf is proud and honored to be selected for this esteemed event" said John Graham, DecoTurf's Managing Director. “We are please to be working with Total Tennis Incorporated of Columbus, Ohio the applicator who installed the full cushioned DecoTurf tennis surface.” DecoTurf, the Surface of the US Open since 1978, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. DecoTurf tennis surfaces are Court Pace Classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. Contact: _________________________________________________________
July 31, 2009 Andover, MA –The organizers of the Legg Mason Tennis Classic have chosen DecoColor, from the makers of DecoTurf, as the Official Surface provider of their world-class tennis tournament for the 7th consecutive year. The Legg Mason Tennis Classic, the preeminent annual sporting event in the nation’s capital, will take place August 1st-9th at the William H.G. Fitzgerald Tennis Center in Washington DC and will be televised live on both the Tennis Channel and ESPN2 as part of the prestigious US Open Series. Many of the top ATP professionals, including 4th-ranked Andy Roddick and 18th-ranked James Blake, will compete in this, the nation’s second oldest Open tennis tournament. “DecoTurf is excited to have once again been chosen as the surface for this prestigious tournament ", said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. “And we are always pleased to be working with, Mid-Atlantic Tennis Courts, who also built the unique court for the Washington Kastles and the Finals of the World Team Tennis Professional League.” Mid Atlantic Tennis Courts is a full-service tennis court construction firm, based in Chantilly, VA. Mid-Atlantic builds and services courts from Pennsylvania to the Carolinas and brings extensive experience and pride to every job. DecoTurf has been the Surface of the US Open for 32 years and is still the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushioned tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the two most-recent Olympic Games, Davis Cup, Fed Cup, and seven different US Open Series tournaments. DecoTurf is also the Official Surface of the Intercollegiate Tennis Association and the Professional Tennis Registry. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178.
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February, 2009 Andover, MA – DecoTurf, the most recognized tennis surface in the world, announced that their 100% acrylic tennis surface DecoColor, has been selected for the Fed Cup Quarterfinal, February 7-8, at the Surprise Tennis and Racquet Complex in Surprise, Ariz. The complex received the 2008 USTA Outstanding Facility Award, and currently hosts an annual USTA Pro Circuit women’s event. DecoTurf’s multi-layer tennis surfaces have been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open since 1978, the 2004 and 2008 Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. It is simply unmatched in providing a full depth resilient surface with precise speed control. The surface offers unique play characteristics, providing maximum player comfort, custom-tailored speed of play, and exceptional durability. All DecoTurf courts have been Court Pace Rating Classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information about DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-225-1141/978-623-9980. Contact: # # # August, 2008 Andover, MA – The USTA is busy sprucing up the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in preparation for the 2008 US Open and for the 31st consecutive year, the world-renowned tournament has selected DecoTurf cushioned tennis courts. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. Contact: # # #
August, 2008
Andover, MA – The Connecticut Tennis Center, on the campus of Yale University in New Haven, CT will again host the Pilot Pen Tennis Tournament and, once again, the surface of choice is cushioned DecoTurf. Contact: # # # August, 2008 Andover, MA – For the sixth consecutive year, the organizers of the Legg Mason Tennis Classic have chosen DecoTurf as the Official Surface provider of their world-class tennis tournament. The Legg Mason Tennis Classic, celebrating its 40th year, will take place August 9th -17 th at the William H.G. Fitzgerald Tennis Center in Washington DC and will be televised live on both the Tennis Channel and ESPN2 as part of the prestigious US Open Series. Many of the top ATP professionals, including Andy Roddick and Marat Safin, will compete in this, the nation’s second oldest Open tennis tournament. “DecoTurf is honored to be the tennis surface for this ATP tournament ", said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. “We are very pleased to be working with Mid-Atlantic Tennis Courts of Northern Virginia, who installed the ‘DecoColor’ courts.” DecoTurf has been the Surface of the US Open since 1978 and is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympics, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. DecoTurf tennis surfaces are Court Pace Classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. Contact: # # # August, 2008
Andover, MA – Olympic Tennis is ready to be played on DecoTurf, the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. The courts have recently undergone final inspection and the tennis games are ready to begin in Beijing. Tennis practice sessions and Olympic match play will take place on 17 DecoTurf courts at the Beijing Olympic Green Tennis Centre from August 10 through August 17. A total of 172 men and women will compete for medals in four events: Men's singles, Women's singles, Women's doubles and Men's doubles. Last year, the Beijing Organizing Committee for the Games of the XXIX Olympiad (BOCOG), and the International Tennis Federation (ITF) confirmed the choice of DecoTurf II as the tennis court surface based upon DecoTurf's ability to meet the requirements for the Olympic Games, consistent playing characteristics and the reputation for quality. "BOCOG, the ITF, DecoTurf and the installing contractor, Beijing Green World, have all worked hard to ensure an outstanding tennis venue," said John Graham, managing director of DecoTurf, a division of California Products Corporation. "The courts are completed and we are honored and proud to have our product, DecoTurf II, as the stage on which these outstanding athletes will represent their countries and compete for Olympic medals." In addition to the Beijing Summer Games, California Products Corporation also supplies the tennis court systems for two Grand Slam tournaments, the US Open, played on DecoTurf since 1978, and the Australian Open, played on Plexicushion Prestige. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open Series, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. DecoTurf tennis surfaces are Court Pace Classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors and overall customer value. For more information about DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-225-1141 / +1.978.623.9980. Contact Steve McCarthy
July, 2008 Andover, MA – As momentum builds towards the US Open, the Lindner Family Tennis Center will host the Western & Southern Financial Group Masters as part of the US Open Series, July 28th – August 2nd. The play will once again take place on DecoTurf's cushioned tennis surface. DecoTurf was first selected in 1993, making this the 16th consecutive year that DecoTurf has been selected as the tennis court surface of choice by the esteemed facility. # # # July, 2008 Andover, MA, July 2008 Continuing a partnership that began in 1987, DecoTurf is proud to have once again been selected as the tennis surface of the Rogers Cup WTA Tournament, to be played in Montreal July 26th through August 3rd. # # # July, 2008 Andover, MA, July 2008 –As the start of the US Open draws near, the Indianapolis Tennis Center hosts the Indianapolis Tennis Championships as part of the US Open Series, July 12th – July 20th. The play will once again take place on DecoTurf’s cushioned tennis surface. DecoTurf was first selected in 1987, marking this as the 21st consecutive year that DecoTurf has been selected as the tennis court surface of choice by the esteemed facility. “DecoTurf is proud to be the Official Court Surface of the Indianapolis Tennis Championship.” said John Graham, DecoTurf’s managing director. DecoTurf, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf’s multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open since 1978, the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. . DecoTurf tennis surfaces are Court Pace Classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. Contact: # # # June, 2008 ANDOVER, Mass. – June 6, 2008 – California Products today announced that Peter Longo and Steven McMenamin will join the Company as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, respectively, effective June 1. Longo will be replacing longtime President and CEO Joe Junkin, who will now act in an advisory capacity, and McMenamin succeeds Joseph DeAngelis, who has retired. Both Joe Junkin and Joe DeAngelis will remain on the Board of Directors and continue to advise on the strategic direction of the company. “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am pleased to welcome Peter and Steve to California Products,” said Rob Bittencourt, director of California Products and a principal with Apollo Capital Management, a strategic investor in the company. “They are uniquely qualified to build upon California Products’ success and drive the long-term execution of our strategic plan.” “I am excited to join California Products and look forward to working with the dedicated people that have built the business,” Longo said. “This company has achieved an outstanding reputation in their markets by providing customers quality products and outstanding service. They are also known as a company with tremendous integrity.” Prior to joining California Products, Longo was President and CEO of OSI Sealants, Inc., a division of Sovereign Specialty Chemical, Inc, which was sold to Henkel Corp. There, Longo had profit and loss responsibility for the building material division, led the strategic planning process and formulated the corporate vision and strategic direction. McMenamin formerly served as CFO and Chief Operations Officers at automotive equipment manufacturer, Pixley Richards Inc. He was most recently employed as the Vice President of Finance for Polymer Plainfield Companies located in Plainfield, Illinois. He will now oversee California Products’ various financial functions, including finance and accounting, financial planning and analysis, regulatory and risk management. He will also serve as a strategic partner in advancing the growth of the company under its new advisors, Apollo Capital Management. About California Products ### May, 2008
Andover, MA, May 2008 – DecoTurf, the most recognized tennis court surfaces in the world, is pleased to announce that this year’s NCAA Division I Men’s Tennis Championships will be played on DecoTurf tennis surfaces. This year marks the second time that the University of Tulsa has hosted NCAA championship tennis at the Michael D. Case Tennis Center in the last five years. The Center’s 12 outdoor and 6 indoor courts are all surfaced with DecoTurf and DecoColor tennis surfaces. "DecoTurf is proud to be the tennis surface of choice for the Michael D. Case Tennis Center, and excited to be a part of the competitive energy and spirit that is the NCAA Men’s Division I Championship,” says John Graham, Managing Director of Decoturf DecoTurf’s multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open since 1978, the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. DecoTurf tennis surfaces are Court Pace Rating classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. Contact: # # # August, 2007
DecoTurf, the most recognized tennis court surface in the world, announced that their full cushioned tennis surface DecoTurf II, has been selected for the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China. The Beijing Organizing Committee for the Games of the XXIX Olympiad (BOCOG), and the International Tennis Federation (ITF) ratified the choice of DecoTurf II as the tennis court surface. Tennis practice sessions and match play will take place on seventeen DecoTurf courts at the Beijing Olympic Tennis Centre from August 10 through August 17, 2008. A total of one hundred and seventy two men and women will compete for medals in four events: Men’s singles, Women’s singles, Women’s Doubles and Men’s Doubles. “DecoTurf is honored and gratified to be selected as the tennis surface for the Beijing Olympics” said John Graham Managing Director of DecoTurf. “We look forward to working with BOCOG and the ITF to ensure an outstanding tennis venue.” DecoTurf’s multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open since 1978, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play and true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information about DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-225-1141/978-623-9980. # # # August, 2007
Andover, MA – The 2007 US Open marks the 30th consecutive year that the world-renowned Grand Slam has selected DecoTurf as the playing surface. The US Open was originally played on grass until Forest Hills switched to clay courts in 1975. In 1978, the event moved to its current home at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, where the surface changed again to its current full cushioned Pro DecoTurf courts. DecoTurf is selected year after year at the US Open, the highest annually attended sporting event in the world, because the DecoTurf tennis court surface is well suited to many different players and styles. ESPN.com stated that "..the U.S. Open puts competitors on equal footing. Literally. The tournament's DecoTurf II playing surface caters to heavy hitters and speedy scramblers alike." USA Today in it’s article titled “Favorite Surface” said, "It suits a lot of players. It yields truer bounces that don't sit up too high or stay too low. It's just a fair surface." The New York Times commented, "The hardcourt of choice is the Pro DecoTurf system. This surface is selected for its consistency, ease of maintenance and durability. It also offers the ability to control the courts' footing and ball speed." And Tennis Magazine said, ‘the DecoTurf II courts have come to be seen as the fairest, if not the most appealing surface on which to crown a champion.” ”DecoTurf is proud and honored to be celebrating 30 years at the US Open,” says John Graham Managing Director of DecoTurf. “We are very pleased with the partnership we have forged with the USTA over the years, especially during the last two years with the introduction of the new court colors, US Open Blue™ and US Open Green™.” DecoTurf the most recognized tennis court surface in the world, has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, the NCAA championships, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its uniformity, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors and overall customer value. For more information about DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-225-1141/978-623-9980. Contact: Steve McCarthy
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August, 2007
Andover, MA, – The Connecticut Tennis Center, on the campus of Yale University in New Haven, has chosen DecoTurf once again as the cushioned playing surface for the exciting Pilot Pen Tennis Tournament. The Pilot Pen is the final stop for the popular US Open Series, before the world’s top professional tennis players head to the US Open in New York. This marks the 18th year that New Haven will host the prestigious WTA event, while the ATP, including local favorite, James Blake, marks its third consecutive year. "The Pilot Pen has been fantastic for tennis here in New England and we are extremely proud to continue to be affiliated with such a great event," said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. DecoTurf, the Surface of the US Open since 1978, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. # # #
August, 2007
Andover, MA, - As momentum builds towards the US Open, the Lindner Family Tennis Center will host the Western & Southern Financial Group Masters as part of the US Open Series, August 13th - 19th. The play will once again take place on DecoTurf's cushioned tennis surface. DecoTurf was first selected in 1993, making this the 15th consecutive year that DecoTurf has been selected as the tennis court surface of choice by the esteemed facility. "DecoTurf is proud to be the Official Court Surface of this ATP Masters event" said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. “We are please to be working with Total Tennis Incorporated of Columbus, Ohio who installed the full cushioned DecoTurf tennis surface.” DecoTurf, the Surface of the US Open since 1978, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. # # # August, 2007
Andover, MA, - The “Greatest Road Trip in Sports” heads north to Toronto this week as the Women’s Rogers Cup becomes the latest US Open Series tournament to be played on cushioned DecoTurf. This is the sixth consecutive year that Tennis Canada has chosen DecoTurf for both its men’s and women’s events. The state-of-the-art Rexall Centre, on the campus of York University, is one of the most preeminent facilities in all of tennis and will once again host the some of the top women players in the world, including Justin Henin, Maria Sharapova and defending champion Ana Ivanovic. "Tennis Canada and DecoTurf have become great partners over the last six years and we are proud of our affiliation with not one, but two great tournaments," said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. DecoTurf, the Surface of the US Open since 1978, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. # # #
Andover, MA, - Continuing a partnership that began 20 years ago, DecoTurf has once again been selected as the tennis surface of the Rogers Cup ATP Tournament. The Tournament will to be played on DecoTurf cushioned tennis surfaces in Montreal on August 4th through August 12th. The Rogers Cup Canadian Open, the world’s longest running tournament behind Wimbledon and the US Open, serves as a key stepping stone in both the US Open Series and the ATP Masters Series and each year alternates between Montreal and Toronto. This year’s event will take place at the prestigious Uniprix Stadium, (formerly Jarry Park), in the heart of historic Montreal. "DecoTurf is honored to have been once again selected as the surface of the Men’s Rogers Cup tournament," said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. DecoTurf, the Surface of the US Open since 1978, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushioned tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. # # #
July, 2007
Andover, MA, -As momentum builds towards the US Open, the William H.G. Fitzgerald Tennis Center will host the Legg Mason Tennis Classic as part of the US Open Series, July 30 – August 5th. The play will once again take place on DecoTurf's DecoColor tennis surface. DecoColor was first installed in 2003, marking this the 5th consecutive year that DecoColor has been selected as the tennis court surface of choice by the esteemed facility. "DecoTurf is proud to have DecoColor be the Official Court Surface of the Legg Mason Tennis Classic" said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. DecoTurf, the Surface of the US Open since 1978, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including, the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. # # # July, 2007
Andover, MA, -As momentum builds towards the US Open, the Indianapolis Tennis Center will host the Indianapolis Tennis Championships as part of the US Open Series, July 21st - July 29th. The play will once again take place on DecoTurf's cushioned tennis surface. DecoTurf was first selected in 1987, marking this as the 20th consecutive year that DecoTurf has been selected as the tennis court surface of choice by the esteemed facility. "DecoTurf is proud to be the Official Court Surface of the Indianapolis Tennis Championship" said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. DecoTurf, the Official Court Surface of World Team Tennis, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open since 1978, the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call ### July, 2007
Andover, MA – The home courts of the 11 World Team Tennis (WTT) teams will once again sport the colorful look and competitive feel of DecoTurf when the 2007 WTT Professional League season opens this month. The play will be on specially designed, multi-colored courts featuring the DecoTurf tennis court system created exclusively for the WTT. DecoTurf, the Official Court Surface of World Team Tennis, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. The unique, WTT multicolored court design is a calico pattern that features a patchwork of colors including blue, green, brown and maroon. ”DecoTurf is proud to be the Official Court Surface of the WTT. The unique surfaces we have created for WTT are an exciting combination of a vibrant colors and the most consistent competitive tennis surface in the industry.” said John Graham, DecoTurf’s managing director. DecoTurf’s multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open since 1978, the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com Media Contact: ### July, 2007
Andover, MA – DecoTurf, the most recognized tennis surface in the world, announced that their 100% acrylic tennis surface DecoColor, has been selected for the 2007 Fed Cup semifinal to be held on July 14-15, at the Stadium at Topnotch in Stowe, Vermont. # # # May, 2007
ANDOVER, MA, – DecoTurf, the most recognized tennis court surface in the world will be the surface for The Champions Cup – Athens, a new International Champions Series tennis tournament to played this weekend. The Olympic Tennis Centre in Athens will host the tournament which is the first ever international event on the champions’ tennis circuit co-founded by Hall of Famer Jim Courier. DecoTurf’s full cushioned tennis surface was also selected for the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens. In addition to the 2004 Olympics, DecoTurf’s multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open since 1978, the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play and true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information about DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 1-978-623-9980. ### March, 2007
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