U.S. Kids Golf introduces most advanced, longest-hitting driver in kids category

2003 Product Lineup Includes Air Kicker BFT 280, Ti-Insert Drivers, Girls Apparel, Upgraded Stand Bags

NORCROSS, GA - U.S. Kids Golf, the world's leading manufacturer of golf equipment made specially for kids, has introduced theAir Kicker BFT 280, the most advanced, longest-hitting driver for kids. TheAir Kicker's 280cc club head, which is the largest in the kids' category, ismade of beta forged titanium with a maximum (.83) COR.

The Air Kicker BFT 280 is part of an extensive expansion of the U.S.KidsGolf product lineup for 2003. In addition to the new driver, USKG also hasannounced stainless steel shafts for its Championship Series clubs and a newline of metal woods with ti-insert drivers and stainless steel 3- and5-woodsfor the Ultralight and Performance Light lines.

"Our additions for 2003 reflect the continuing influence of the moreadvanced players who want the best performing equipment possible to helpthem improve and become more competitive," said Dan Van Horn, founder andpresident of U.S. Kids Golf. "At the same time, these are productenhancements that will help players at any stage of their development."

On the accessories and soft goods side, USKG is adding new hats andshirtsfor girls and upgraded stand bags that feature an advanced shoulder-strapsystem for added comfort.

The Air Kicker is offered in the Silver and Gold series with achoice ofstainless steel or composite shafts. MSRP: $149.99.

The new woods, which incorporate larger club heads and featureupgraded grips with a diamond ridge pattern, are now standard in theUltralight and Performance Light lines. MSRP: Ti-insert driver $47.99, 3 & 5woods $39.99.

A more comfortable shoulder strap system, more pockets and newcolor choices combine to give the 2003 USKG stand bags an updated andstylish look. MSRP: $49.99 to $69.99.

The girls' 100 percent twill hats, which feature the "I Am theFuture" slogan onthe back, and 100 percent cotton pique sleeveless tops are matchinglavender.MSRP: Hats $9.99, Tops $25.99 (no logo), $29.99 (with logo).

The company also is adding a new point-of-sale merchandising optionto giveretailers the choice of a more compact display unit.

U.S. Kids Golf is based in Norcross, Ga., and manufactures equipmentmadespecially for kids. In addition to more than 3,800 golf shops and retaillocations in the U.S., the company's products also are available in Europe,Canada, the Middle and Far East, South America, Mexico and Australia.

Through the Personal TeeT Golf Learning Program and U.S. Kids GolfWorldChampionship, the company also provides opportunities for instruction andcompetition. For more information, call 1-888-3 US KIDS or visit thecompany's web site at uskidsgolf.com

May 23, 2003