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EBONITE INTERNATIONAL, INC. SIGNS STEFANIE NATION TO FOUR-BRAND CONTRACT
Jan 18, 2011
Ebonite International today announced an agreement with seven-time Team USA member Stefanie Nation. The right-hander from Grand Prairie, Texas will endorse all of Ebonite International’s bowling ball and accessory brands.
“I am happy to have Ebonite’s support as I begin this exciting new phase of my bowling career,” said Nation. “I cannot be more excited to join a new family.”
A two-time winner on the PBA Tour’s Women’s Series, Nation will use Ebonite, Columbia 300, Hammer and Track bowling balls in tournament competition. Nation says making the move was a personal decision.
“I needed a little more versatility in my equipment,” said Nation, who has selected the Hammer Taboo and the Track 916AT as her current favorites. “This was the best avenue to take. I can’t wait to use the new equipment in 2011.”
Nation first garnered national attention by capturing three consecutive Junior Amateur Titles. Most recently, she captured the singles gold medal in the 2010 Pan American Bowling Confederation Women’s Championships. It marked the second straight singles gold for Nation following the 2009 World Tenpin Bowling Association World Women’s Championships.
“Stefanie is one of the most exciting and recognizable young players in the world, and her athletic style make her a natural fit for the Ebonite brand,” said Bob Reid, VP of Marketing at Ebonite International. “She has proven that she’s capable of competing and winning at the game’s highest levels, and we’re excited to see her results with our products.”
Nation is next scheduled to compete in the USBC Queens and the Women’s U.S. Open. Both tournaments feature large fields and demanding conditions.
“Having access to all four brands will give me an extra edge when I compete,” said Nation. “I feel I’m covered for any lane condition I face.”
But the U.S. Women’s Open is the tournament Nation has her sights set on. This year’s event will be held June 24-29 in Arlington, Texas, and will be sponsored by The Brands of Ebonite International.
“I always want to bowl well,” said Nation. “But now that the Ebonite brand is behind me, I want to win even more.”
The addition of Nation adds to an already stellar Ebonite Women’s staff. She joins former U.S. Women’s Open champions Kelly Kulick, and Liz Johnson as staff members.
“It’s an honor to be on staff with Liz and Kelly,” said Nation. “I’ve looked up to them for many years and competed with them on Team USA. I’m proud to be a part of their team in the Ebonite family.”
About Ebonite International
Ebonite International is a privately-owned company that services bowling centers, distributors and retail outlets domestically and internationally. The company’s consumer product brands include Ebonite,Hammer,Robby’s,Columbia 300,Track and Powerhouse™; its commercial product brand is Ebonite Bowling Center Direct./images/uploads/general/stefanie_nation_web.jpg
