NAGOYA, Japan – Looks like Tiger Woods is still in demand as a pitchman. Woods was recently hired Kowa Company Ltd to endorse a Japanese heat rub used to relieve muscle and joint pain.
“Kowa Company Ltd. is pleased to announce the use of Tiger Woods as the image character of Antiphlogistic Analgetic Vantelin Kowa series,” the Nagoya-based company said in a press release. The TV commercial will debut nationally in Japan from mid-July. ... Read More
The Los Angeles Dodgers filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in Delaware Monday, blaming Major League Baseball for refusing to approve a multibillion-dollar TV deal that owner Frank McCourt was counting on to keep the troubled team afloat.
McCourt believes the bankruptcy will allow him the time to secure funding for his team while protecting his ownership against Major League Baseball’s advances. ... Read More
Move over Tiger Woods — there’s a new kid in town and his name is Roy McIlroy from County Down, Northern Ireland. On June 19, 2011, McIlroy became a force to be reckoned with after winning the U.S. Open Championship, his first major, finishing with a record score of 16-under-par on his way to an eight-shot victory, as the youngest winner since Bobby Jones in 1923. He has been cited as the most exciting young prospect in golf with the potential of becoming one of the highest earners in sports in terms of endorsements since Tiger Woods.
Roy Mcilroy has the potential to become one of the highest earners in sports in terms of endorsements since Tiger Woods, says booking agent PFP Sports and Celebrity Talent.
If you are looking for a professional golf speaker for your next event, look no further than 2011 US Open Champion Rory McIlroy. To hire Roy McIlroy for a personal appearance, speaking engagement or endorsement, call PFP Sports and Celebrity Talent Agency for Rory McIlroy speaker and Rory McIlroy booking agent information at 1.800.966.1380. ... Read More
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receive Hines Ward hopes to make a difference among today’s inner city youth by establishing the “Helping Hands Foundation” in order to improve literacy. Hines Ward Helping Hands Foundation and charity work for biracial Korean children.
The recent “Dancing with the Stars” winner is championing a cause very near to his heart. He has established the Hines Ward “Helping Hands Foundation” with the specific intention of improving literacy amongst inner-city youth and has also expanded to South Korea where it helps biracial children confront discrimination. ... Read More
After 19 seasons in the NBA, Shaquille O’Neal announced via Twitter that he is retiring.
“We did it. 19 years baby. I want to thank you very much,” O’Neal said in a video posted on his Twitter account. “That’s why I’m telling you first. I’m about to retire. Love you. Talk to you soon.”
O’Neal won three NBA titles with the Los Angeles Lakers and one with the Miami Heat. He also played for the Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics.
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