ORLANDO, Fla. – Jan. 24, 2005 – Dartfish is expanding into the U.S. golf market with the establishment of Dartfish Golf. Best known for its Olympic success with more than 145 medals won by athletes using Dartfish Video software in their daily training regimes, Dartfish features state-of-the-art video training technology and interactive imaging.
Through a partnership with eCoaching Technology, Dartfish Golf will provide a comprehensive coaching and instruction program for the golf market.
"Dartfish Golf's focus is to provide the premiere instruction solution," said Victor Bergonzoli, U.S. general manager for Dartfish. "Blending our leading world-class software with first-class golf content is a major market contribution for teaching professionals and golfers."
Dartfish is the worldwide leader in video instruction, with over 7,000 installations across the globe. Having set the standard for Olympic sports and other sports as well, Dartfish now is establishing a golf-focused program featuring dedicated engineering resources and a product designed specifically for golf. The most powerful video golf instruction solution available, Dartfish also is the easiest to use.
Its patented technology now is packaged and available for golf instructors and golfers dedicated to game improvement. Furthermore, Dartfish now is integrated with leading launch and ball monitor products, Dartfish On-Line and eCoaching Technology's 'Customer for Life' program.
Dartfish is in use at leading academies and instructional venues the world over. Recently Dartfish was selected by the PGA Tour Golf Academy at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Fla., as it preferred video training solution. Currently Dartfish is the leading golf video training product in France, with installations at the David Leadbetter Academy
(l'Académie de Golf de David Leadbetter). The establishment of Dartfish Golf complements Dartfish partnerships with such organizations as USA Swimming, USA Track & Field, USA Diving, USA Volleyball and the United States Sports Academy.
Marc Matoza, former president of Swing Solutions, is the Dartfish director of golf. Brad Brewer, president of the Brad Brewer Golf Academy and co-founder of the Arnold Palmer Golf Academy, serves as the golf content advisor for Dartfish. Learn more about Dartfish Golf by visiting booth #8140 at the upcoming PGA Merchandise Show Jan. 27-30 in Orlando, Fla., or see www.dartfish.com.
About Dartfish
Dartfish technologies and products are recognized widely in the sports world for performance-enhancing sport training applications, exclusive televised broadcast footage and interactive Internet content. Dartfish specializes in producing digital images that are interactive, entertaining and educational. For more information, please contact Victor Bergonzoli or Marc Matoza at 404-685-9505, or see www.dartfish.com.
About eCoaching Technology
eCoaching Technology is a comprehensive system for golf instructors, delivering video feedback, performance enhancement planning, drill & tip libraries and scheduling through a Web database. It is a complete set of tools for instructors and athletes dedicated to improving athletic performance and enjoyment of golf. eCoaching is establishing itself as the leader in online athletic performance enhancement. For more information, please contact Mark DiMare at 561-626-0771 or see www.myecoaching.com.
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