Lifestyle sportwear maker Ashworth to appear in Russell Microcap index
15 Jul '05
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Ashworth Authentics showcases popular items from the Ashworth line. Ashworth Weather Systems utilizes technology to create a balance between fashion and function in a variety of climatic conditions. Callaway Golf is a trademark of Callaway Golf Company. Ashworth, Inc, 2765 Loker Avenue West, Carlsbad, CA 92008, is an Official Licensee of Callaway Golf Company.
In July 2004, Ashworth, Inc. acquired Gekko Brands LLC (Gekko), a leading designer, producer and distributor of headwear and apparel under The Game and Kudzu brands.
This strategic acquisition provides opportunity for additional growth in three new, quality channels of distribution for the Ashworth and Callaway Golf apparel brands as well as further growth from The Game and Kudzu brands' sales into the Company's three current distribution channels.
The Game brand products are marketed primarily under licenses to over 1,000 colleges and universities, as well as to the PGA TOUR, resorts, entertainment complexes and sporting goods dealers that serve the high school and college markets.
The Game brand is one of the leading headwear brands in the College/Bookstore distribution channel. The Kudzu brand products are sold into the NASCAR/racing markets and through outdoor sports distribution channels, including fishing and hunting.
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