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Uniroyal® Tire And Tire Kingdom Announce Fourth Straight Copa Latina Sponsorship Activities Include Half-Time Contests, Giveaways Miami, FL (February 17, 2006) — Uniroyal® Tire and Tire Kingdom announced today that they will continue their major sponsorship of the Copa Latina in 2006, the fourth straight year of their involvement. As part of the sponsorship, the two tire companies will participate in the opening ceremonies, as well as host half-time contests throughout the tournament. They will also offer Copa attendees the chance to win free sets of Uniroyal® tires. "Our Copa Latina sponsorship is part of an ongoing, comprehensive program to support the Hispanic community in South Florida," said George Aufmuth, Marketing Communications Director of Uniroyal® Tire. "As a manufacturer of high-quality affordable tires, we are especially attuned to getting involved in family-oriented events. Copa Latina does a great job of providing affordable family entertainment and bringing the community together." About Copa Latina Copa Latina, one of the nation's most exciting and unique adult soccer tournaments, is often described as a mini World Cup. The four-weekend tournament features competition among 32 adult soccer teams, selected from the area's elite, multi-cultural leagues. Teams represent various ethnic groups from South Florida's Hispanic community. Copa Latina kicks off at Ted Hendricks Stadium in Hialeah on Friday, Feb. 10, and runs through Sunday, March 5. In addition to Copa Latina, Uniroyal® Tire and Tire Kingdom have teamed up to contribute more than $350,000 in funds and equipment to youth soccer and other local programs for Hispanic youth over the past six years. The tire companies plan to continue their support in 2006 through the Uniroyal Soccer Program, a national initiative that donates equipment and raises funds for youth soccer programs across the country, including 35 youth leagues in South Florida. "We're excited to be teaming up with Uniroyal® again this year to sponsor Copa Latina and to be providing support to our local youth soccer leagues," said Bob Crostarosa of Tire Kingdom, Inc. "Our involvement with local soccer is just one part of our ongoing commitment to support activities that are important to local families and our community." Tire Kingdom is the largest independent tire and automotive services retailer in the United States, operating over 600 stores. Tire Kingdom serves millions of customers a year and is committed to outstanding customer service. Tire Kingdom sells quality name brand tires such as Michelin, Goodyear, General, BFGoodrich, Sigma, Toyo, Pirelli, Uniroyal®, Yokohama and more. Tire Kingdom's retail centers provide full-service tire replacement including tire balancing, wheel alignment, extended service programs, warranties and more. Uniroyal Tire is one of the world's leading tire brands for passenger and commercial cars, pick-ups, light trucks, mini vans and sport utility vehicles. Dating back to 1892, Uniroyal® Tire has developed a reputation for providing high-quality, affordable tires including its Tiger Paw® and Laredo® series. Uniroyal® tires offer just the right combination of dependability, traction and grip in almost every weather condition, and come with one of the industry's leading warranties. Visit www.uniroyal.com for more information. Media Contacts: Tate Hoxworth 864-458-4335 tate.hoxworth@us.michelin.com Lisa Ball 336-471-3772 lball@trone.com |
