Golf News for Friday, January 21, 2005 | Business

Record franchise growth at Pro Golf

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. – Jan. 17, 2005 – Pro Golf of America, Inc. (Ajay Sports, Inc.) (Pink Sheets:AJAY) (Pink Sheets:AJAYP), has announced record franchise growth with the addition of 20 new stores opened for business during the 2004 golf season with an additional eight new stores to open in early 2005. These 28 new franchise locations are widely distributed with 27 sites throughout the United States plus 1 international location in Ireland.

Brian Donnelly, President & COO of Pro Golf commented: "Pro Golf has secured a strong network of new franchisees which greatly complements the existing base. We see significant opportunities for continued growth worldwide. Since 1962, serious golfers have learned to depend on Pro Golf for the best quality products, value and knowledgeable service in the golf industry. As the premier golf franchisor in the world, Pro Golf franchisees are recognized throughout the golf industry as highly successful, customer-focused retailers with a passion for the game of golf."

About Pro Golf:
Headquartered in Farmington Hills-Michigan, Pro Golf has 123 franchised locations, growing throughout the United States, Canada and Ireland. Visit www.progolf.com to find a nearby Pro Golf store to visit; in addition, you will discover a top-rated internet shopping experience offering a broad array of golf equipment, clothing and sporting goods.

At www.PalmSpringsCountryClub.com, you can participate in a nationwide club membership with golf handicapping and numerous member golfing and travel benefits. Pro Golf of America, Inc., operator of the franchise network since 1962, is owned by Pro Golf International, Inc., a holding company which, in turn, is owned by Ajay Sports, Inc., a public company traded under listings: (AJAY) and (AJAYP).

Contact:
Pro Golf of America
Brian T. Donnelly, President & COO
(248) 737-0553
(248) 737-9077 fax

Source: Ajay Sports, Inc.



 
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