Sunday, January 9, 2005

Golf Etc.® Launches The Golf Network in More Than 30 Stores Across the U. S

Golf Etc.® Launches The Golf Network in More Than 30 Stores Across the U. S.

Golf Etc., the fastest-growing golf retail franchise in the U. S., and The Golf Network Team Up to Offer Customers Golf-Related Content as They Shop

Fort Worth, TX (PRWEB) November 10, 2008

Golf Etc. of America, Inc. (http://www. golfetc. com (http://www. golfetc. com)), the fastest-growing golf retail franchise in the country, has launched The Golf Network in 32 of their store locations to bring golf-related multi-media content to its customers.

The Golf Network broadcasts golf-related content and promotional offers on large flat screen televisions throughout Golf Etc. locations. The network's digital programming and signage will provide Golf Etc. customers with golf tips and golf-related technology, travel, fashion, health and fitness information.

"We're excited to launch this new service in so many of our stores across the country," said Shane Hunt, chief executive officer of Golf Etc. of America, Inc. "It allows our stores to personalize a customer's shopping experience and effectively cross-promote with local golf courses in each area."

"The Golf Network is happy to be a part of Golf Etc.'s success and continued growth," said Alan Donahue, founder and president of The Golf Network. "Our unique programming provides useful content to inform and educate golfers at the point of sale, enhancing the personal-touch experience that Golf Etc. is known for in the retail industry."

Golf Etc. franchise stores that have installed The Golf Network service include Golf Etc. stores in:
 Madison, Alabama  Brentwood, California  Fairfield, California  Folsom, California  Yuba City, California  Steamboat Springs, Colorado  Clinton, Connecticut  North Haven, Connecticut  Brooksville, Florida  Lakeland, Florida  Ocoee, Florida  Indianapolis, Indiana  West Des Moines, Iowa  Baton Rouge, Louisiana  Bossier City, Louisiana  Silver Spring, Maryland  Springfield, Missouri  Monroe, North Carolina  Hood River, Oregon  Medford, Oregon  Butler, Pennsylvania  Lancaster, Pennsylvania  Murfreesboro, Tennessee  Amarillo, Texas  Fort Worth, Texas  Humble, Texas  McKinney, Texas  Rockwall, Texas  Southlake, Texas  Waco, Texas  Culpeper, Virginia  Suffolk, Virginia

About The Golf Network
The Golf Network is the leading dynamic digital signage company, providing in-store multi-media programming to golf retailers and golf facilities throughout North America. The Golf Network supplies member facilities with large flat screen HDTVs plus custom software and broadcasts custom, golf - related content. The Golf Network's content educates and entertains consumers while in the store and allows retailers to promote their own local products and services, in real-time at the point of sale (POS). For more information, please visit www. tgngolf. com.

About Golf Etc.
Golf Etc. of America, Inc. is the fastest-growing golf retail franchise in America, with more new store openings during 2006, 2007 and 2008 than any other golf retail franchise. Founded in 1992, Golf Etc. provides personal service, performance club fittings, professional repair centers and club and swing evaluations, using the latest technology in simulators and launch monitors. Each store also offers the latest selection of pro-line equipment, bags, footwear, balls, gloves, golf-related giftware, men's and women's apparel, accessories, junior clubs, used golf clubs and other golf-related products. Golf Etc. has close to 70 operating franchises in the continental U. S., Puerto Rico and Canada and will open 6 to 8 more by the end of the year. For more information, please visit www. golfetc. com or contact the company at 817.279.7888 or info @ golfetc. com.

Media Contacts:

Kelly Kirkendoll Shafer
Shafer Communications for Golf Etc.
817.236.6075

Alan Donahue
The Golf Network
650.799.9707

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