SQUASH 2010-2011 SQUASH HISTORY AND MILESTONES Prince Sports, Inc. is an established leader in the sport of squash. Since its inception in 1984, the success of Prince Squash includes a long history of successful grass roots promotions, game changing product Product Innovations innovations and top players giving the brand tremendous exposure on tour worldwide. Prince’s industry leading R&D department has revolutionized the game of squash by dictating how all racquets are designed and constructed today. Some of the key frame technology introductions are: Squash Champions Prince has one of the greatest portfolios of top players in the history 1988 - Extender: By removing the throat bridge from a traditional of professional squash including former World #1 ranked: racquet head design, main strings are extended and frame weight is reduced for Peter Nicol – Scotland, 1998-2004 unprecedented lightweight power. Michelle Martin – Australia, 1993 - 96 and 1998 - 1999 Cassie Jackman – England, 2000 and 2004 1989 - CTS Extender: The Extender concept is improved with the John White – Scotland, 2004 Constant Taper System (CTS), a new beam design with a wider cross section at the tip, Nicol David – Malaysia, 2006 - 2009 tapering to a narrower dimension in the throat. CTS expanded the sweet spot toward the tip, a critical area for squash players since so many balls hit close to the wall In addition, top players such as: Rodney Eyles, Ahmed Barada, Rodney 1991 - Extender OS: Prince breaks the headsize barrier again with the Martin, Simon Parke, David Evans, Paul Johnson, Amr Shabana, Ramy maximum headsize allowed in the game, providing players with maximum power and Peter Nicol Ashour, Chris Walker, Lisa Opie, Martine Le Moignan, Jenny Duncalf, sweet spot size. Suzanne Horner, Liz Irving, Fiona Geaves and Sue Wright among many others have also played with Prince. EXTENDER Today, Prince is well represented at the top of the rankings charts with James Willstrop - #5 (England) and 1993 - Extender Lite 180, 185, 190: A radical shaped Saurev Ghosal- #29 (India) on the PSA tour while Nicol David (Malaysia) is setting records for being ranked #1 in series of Extender racquets with a straight teardrop shape and 10 main strings to the world for over 44 consecutive months. achieve the fastest racquet in the game. 1994 - CTS Extender Elite II: Another light weight milestone Grass Roots was achieved becoming one of the most popular Prince models of all time. Prince provides sponsorship support of squash events, organizations and players nationwide. The program is managed by squash guru, Damon 1995 - ThunderLite: Sweet spot is expanded and vibration reduced Leedale-Brown, who is a renowned trainer and clinician in the sport. Prince by incorporating the popular Sweet Spot Suspension System. is a key sponsor of the U.S. Squash Association with a regular presence at many of the national events across the country, Prince is also supported 1996 - Duralite/Wallbanger: Another first for Prince – the first by some of the top players and coaches in the U.S. including: OS EXTENDER squash racquets with an impact absorbing bumper, enhancing the durability of Damon Leedale-Brown the frame. MEN 1997 - Power Ring: Prince revolutionizes squash again with this new patented Chris Gordon – World #79 and US #3 Dave Talbott – Head Squash Coach, Yale University technology. By having the main strings wrap around an inverted ring in the throat, string Wade Johnstone – World #94 Bob Callahan – Head Squash Coach, Princeton bed resiliency is maximized resulting in unprecedented power. Mike Riley – PSA Certified Referee University Joe Russell – US Men’s 2010 6.0 Champion, Director Mark Devoy – Head Men’s Squash Coach, Cornell 1999 - Power Ring Ultralite Ti: Titanium reinforcement is achieved in of Squash Episcopal Academy University a super lightweight of 135 grams, and combined with Power Ring technology Paul Assiante – Head Squash Coach, Trinity College 2000 - TT Ring: Triple Threat, a unique weight distribution system incorporating carbon-copper-titanium in three strategic locations, improves the stability WOMEN of the racquet resulting in an expanded sweet spot in all directions. Latasha Khan – World #25 and US #2 Wendy Bartlett – Head Women’s Squash Coach 2003 - More Technology: Prince revolutionizes squash again by WALLBANGER RING POWER Miranda Ranieri – World #48 Trinity College introducing a racquet with no drilled holes! This breakthrough achievement includes Olivia Blatchford – World #56 and US Junior Open Julie Devoy – Head Women’s Squash Coach, Cornell molding two separate frames together forming the most superior racquet construction U19 Champion University ever for unprecedented power, control and frame strength. 2005 - O3 Technology: Large O-ports at 12, 3 and 9 o’clock Prince is also extremely involved in driving and supporting the youth locations of the frame significantly reduce aerodynamic drag increasing swing speed by movement that is occurring in squash. We are a proud supporter of 24% and increasing sweet spot size by up to 59%. some of the top college programs in the sport. 2008 - O3 Speedport: Taking O3 technology to a new level with rectangular shaped ports for greater power and racquet maneuverability. O3 Speedport REBEL Gabriel Morgan 2010 - Technology: A patented combination of a sculpted groove within the frame Energy Channel™, supported by an Energy Bridge™ provides more In addition, Prince is extremely proud of the support they are frame maneuverability. The patented Energy Bridge™, an exo skeletal structure included providing to junior players and programs of all ages and ability with the Energy Channel™ suspends the string bed from the frame, expands the sweet spot levels including: 2010 National Champions from ages 13-17 and the up to 51% and reduces frame vibration by up to 63% Urban Youth program from San Diego California, Surf City Squash. 2 BIGGER Prince racquets, including the new Rebel SWEET and Ignite, are not like traditional racquets. They’ve been engineered around a series of unique holes in the frame that extend the sweet spot and make the racquet more aerodynamic, generating more power. But you won’t just see a difference, you’ll feel it too. Because of the advanced SPOT, engineering, these racquets are deceptively powerful, with their own unique feel. All part of our 40-year history of helping you MORE hit your best shots, more often. POWER. IT’S ALL IN THE 4 SERIES RACQUETS The Next Generation Of Racquet Design, Only From Prince - NEW - does what no other racquet can; it captures wasted energy at the moment of impact—up to 26% Rebel The new Rebel is ideal for players seeking an enhanced more—and channels it where you need it most—into every shot. performance frame featuring Prince’s revolutionary technology. This racquet offers lightweight power, a superior sweet spot, and unique maneuverability for unsurpassed shot making accuracy and playability. ENERGY CHANNEL™ SERIES Rebel Code: 7S393005 Enhancing the dynamic effects of the Headsize: 73 in2 / 470 cm2 Energy Bridge™, is the patented Energy Cross section: 17-18-22.5mm Channel™, a sculpted groove within the String pattern: 16 x 16 frame that provides added stability, Weight: 135g unstrung Balance: 37.7 cm boosts ball control and increases spin by Length: 27.0inch / 68.5cm up to 25%. String: Super Syn Gut 17 Grip: Microzorb Indoor Retail Price: $280.00 Bumper/Grommet: 7QS31000 ENERGY BRIDGE™ The revolutionary idea behind is the patented Energy Bridge™, an exo skeletal structure that suspends the string bed from the frame, increasing virtual head size for up to an 83% larger sweet spot. In addition frame vibration - NEW - is reduced by up to 50%. Ignite A classic player frame with more weight for extra stability. The new Ignite offers a crisp hitting feel with unmatched precision. SERIES Ignite Code: 7S394005 Headsize: 73 in2 / 470 cm2 Cross section: 17-18-22.5mm String pattern: 16 x 16 Weight: 145g unstrung Balance: 36.0cm Length: 27.0inch / 68.5cm String: Super Syn Gut 17 Grip: Microzorb Indoor Retail Price: $260.00 SWEET SPOT SPIN CONTROL Bumper/Grommet: 7QS32000 racquets enlarge racquets generate construction the sweet spot by up to 83% up to 25% more spin when provides unmatched stability over traditional racquet compared to racquets designed for up to 26% more control construction. with traditional construction. on every shot. 6 O3 SPEEDPORT SERIES RACQUETS More Power. More Precision. O3 Speedport Black Engineered for Speed. Nicol David and James Willstrop’s choice. The perfect racquet for players looking for more power and • Speedports 12, 3, 9 o’clock • Power Scoop Shaft control in an extremely aerodynamic and lightweight frame. • Triple Threat® • Wall Glider Bumper • Graphite Extreme • Air+ Handle O3 SPEEDPORT SERIES Black Code: 7S309805 Headsize: 73 in2 / 470 cm2 SPEED Cross section: 17-18-22.5 3 String pattern: 16 x 16 Wind tunnel testing proves O3 O Engineered Weight: 135g unstrung Speedport racquets move through the Sweet Zone Balance: 37.5cm air up to 24% faster than traditional Length: 27.0inch / 68.5cm racquets. So you can hit your best shots. Conventional String: Super Syn Gut 17 More often. Grip: Microzorb Indoor Sweet Spot Retail Price: $240.00 Bumper/Grommet: 7QS24000 SWEET SPOT Laboratory testing proves that O -ports strengthen and stabilize the frame for up to a 59% bigger sweet spot, creating a Sweet Zone. O3 Speedport Tour O3 Speedport Silver Peter Nicol’s choice. The best racquet for players looking for a solid hitting feel This extender headshape racquet