SCHOOL’S OUT, GOLF’S IN!

June 28, 2012 - Markham, ON – Last weekend, young golfers aged 7-12 took to the links at Evergreen Golf Centre in Lethbridge, Alberta, as part of the Golf Town-sponsored, PGA of Canada Professional-run Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour (MJT).  The popularity of MJT “Mini” Tour—designed to give young players who are tournament-ready the chance to play on executive courses—proves it’s never too early to get your kids on the golf course.

“It’s very exciting to observe so many gifted young golfers emerging from all across Canada,” says Golf Town’s Interim CEO Ron Hornbaker. “Year after year, I’m astonished at the tenacity and talent of juniors growing their game.”

“For the past three years, Golf Town has been a premier sponsor of the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour. The partnership is particularly meaningful to us as part of our commitment to the development and growth of the game of golf,” says Hornbaker. “Through the MJT, Golf Town has the ability to make a positive and lasting impact with children and youth on the golf course.”

For those youngsters not yet on tour, Golf Town is the place to start. One-on-one junior lessons with Golf Town’s on-staff Class “A” PGA of Canada Teaching Professionals, available at all 55 Golf Town stores across Canada, offer the same level of expertise and instruction youth receive on the tournament circuit. Lessons include a computer analysis, video playback as well as the use of teaching aids to promote basic fundamentals and encourage continued interest.

“We recognize that junior programs must be fun and exciting as well as informative,” says Golf Town’s Director of Academy and Services, Andre Cuerrier. “Our goal is to have your child fall in love with golf by making their learning both productive and entertaining.”

And of course, Golf Town is the place for club sets, lessons, footwear, accessories and apparel—including fashions from Nike, Puma and Golf Town’s own Gordon Cooper line. Here are some of this season’s most popular selections, geared specifically for juniors: 

Founders Club Atom Junior Package, Available in Sizes 3-6, 6-10 and 10-13, including: - Forged Titanium Matrix, Light Weight & Oversized Driver Giving Maximum Forgiveness  - Titanium Matrix Hybrid with Expanded Sweet Spot  - Stainless Irons with Deep Undercut Cavity with New Wider Sole and Perimeter Weighting  - Putter is Heel and Toe Weighted for Improved Accuracy  - Ultralite Shafts Allow Greater Distances to Promote Confidence  - Matching Protective Head Covers - Lightweight Carry Bag with Stand  http://www.golftown.com/Founders-Club-Atom-Junior-Package-Age-6-10-P5498.aspx#.T-kpHb-eDo0

Nike Machspeed Sets (Driver, Hybrid, #7, #9, Putter & Bag) Available in Sizes 1 (44" - 52") and 2 (52” – 61”), including: - Aerodynamic, oversized/ultra light driver, with high loft to promote launch, lightweight graphite shaft and rubber grip, and driver head cover - Wide Sole, deep-cavity back 7, 9 irons & sand wedge  - Aerodynamic, oversized, ultra light #4 hybrid and hybrid head cover  - Bag with kickstand, soft double strap for ease of carry, mesh water bottle pocket, and three way divider to help organize clubs and three zip pockets to store tee, balls, sunscreen and more http://www.golftown.com/Nike-Machspeed-1-Set-P3822.aspx#.T-kqKb-eDo0

PUMA Cell Ice Junior Golf Shoes Inspired by pro golfer Rickie Fowler, with cushy construction, waterproof upper and comfortable fit. With a lightweight midsole and durable outsole, it's a shoe that can handle a lot of action.  - Waterproof synthetic leather upper for maximum dryness in all weather conditions  - Lace-up closure with removable Kinder-Fit® sockliner for snug fit  - Lightweight midsole with added cushioning and support for serious comfort  - Rubber outsole with nubs for traction on the green http://www.golftown.com/Nike-Machspeed-2-Set-P3823.aspx#.T-krXytYvNo

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About Golf Town

Founded in 1999, Golf Town has evolved from a single store in Scarborough, ON, into Canada's largest golf retailer. Averaging nearly 18,000 square feet, the chain features 55 superstores from coast to coast, as well as 7 in the United States. Each location boasts the industry's widest selection and best pricing of golf equipment, apparel and accessories, including all the major name brand products. A hub for the Canadian golf community, Golf Town serves as a sanctuary for players of all ages and abilities to try, buy, learn about and improve their games. A leading employer of PGA of Canada professionals, Golf Town offers in-store lessons tailored to each customer's needs via The Academy at Golf Town, and also provides custom fitting via its cutting-edge Swing Lab technology. Golf Town was acquired by OMERS Private Equity ("OPE"), the private equity arm of the OMERS Worldwide group of companies, in September 2007. For more information about OPE, please visit www.omerspe.com.

For more information contact:

Nicole Pointon, Communications DirectorTop Drawer Creative416-462-1570, Ext. 225nicole@topdrawercreative.com

Adam Lynn, Sr. Events, PR and Sponsorship SpecialistGolf Town905-479-0343, Ext. 800245, © 416-909-1858alynn@golftown.comGolf Town on Twitter: @golftownGolf Town on Facebook: www.facebook.com/GolfTown

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