FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 21, 2019

Newport, R.I. - NPT HealthWorks, a leading provider of physical therapy, athlete support, nutrition and wellness consultation, has been announced as an Official Supplier of New York Club American Magic, a U.S. Challenger for the 36th ’s Cup. The America’s Cup is the oldest trophy in international sport, and the highest prize in sailing.

American Magic’s primary base is in Rhode Island, with the team also maintaining a winter base in Pensacola, Florida. The U.S. Challenger is currently conducting athlete performance development and training at both locations with assistance from NPT HealthWorks. America’s Cup teams from around the world are preparing to compete on AC75 class boats, an advanced 75-foot foiling monohull powered by 11 sailors.

“When it comes to athlete health and injury prevention, NPT HealthWorks can provide the level of excellence and depth of experience needed by an America’s Cup team,” said Ryan West, Head of Athletic Performance for American Magic. “The physical demands of sailing an AC75 will exceed what has been asked of Cup sailors in the past, which underscores the challenge in front of us. NPT HealthWorks will play an important role in our success.”

“As a company passionate about helping individuals make better and informed decisions about their health, NPT HealthWorks is extremely excited to help the athletes and shore staff of American Magic perform at a high level, avoid injury, and recover efficiently from the rigors of a cup campaign,” said Dr. Daniel Hatch, owner of NPT HealthWorks. “Our knowledgeable and talented massage and physical therapists love working with sailors of all levels and we are honored to be part of this campaign to bring the America's Cup back to Newport."

About NPT HealthWorks

Founded in 2014 as Rhode Island's 1st value-based healthcare company, what is now known as NPT HealthWorks, is comprised of physical therapists and health practitioners offering premier level health services. NPT HealthWorks offers the best in care for reactive treatments of existing pain and injuries, as well as, proactive healthcare for injury prevention and sports performance enhancement. NPT HealthWorks knows that truly being healthy and well requires a team effort via a combination of services and products such as pliability training, strength training, nutrition consultation, running/walking shoes, and therapeutic massage all best delivered by practitioners with strong anatomy, physiological, and bio-mechanical knowledge. NPT HealthWorks takes clients on a journey of health and wellness, helping them live balanced, healthy, and mobile lives - functioning at higher levels with improved ease, less medication, and fewer doctor visits and surgeries. www.npthealthworks.com

About American Magic

Formed in October 2017 by Bella Mente Racing, Quantum Racing and the New York Yacht Club, NYYC American Magic brings together two highly successful racing programs with one of the foremost yacht clubs in the world, all with the shared vision of launching a campaign for the 36th America's Cup competition, reconnecting the American sailing base with sailing's premier event and elevating the quality of competitive sailing in the United States. The syndicate intends to develop and support a team that will participate in the America's Cup competition and the Challenger Selection Series competitions that lead up to it. American Magic’s Official Innovation Partner is Airbus. Other partnerships include Official Apparel Sponsor Helly Hansen and Official Control Systems Sponsor Parker Hannifin. American Magic is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. www.americanmagic.com

Press Contacts:

Maddie Bassinder Management Team NPT HealthWorks T: +1 401 743 0231 E: [email protected]

Will Ricketson Communications Director American Magic T: +1 978 697 2384 (USA) E: [email protected]

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