(LONDONDERRY, New Hampshire) – Danish footwear giant ECCO has announced that the top three finishers all wore ECCO golf shoes at the Canadian Women’s Open on the LPGA Tour.

Competing at Glen Arbour Golf Course in Hammond Plains, Nova Scotia, the trio enjoyed the unique blend of comfort, style and lateral stability that has garnered ECCO international acclaim. ECCO staff player Katherine Hull finished second at 8-under-par after a final round surge that included five birdies. A rising star, Hull, 23, is among the scores of professionals and amateurs worldwide who recognize ECCO quality as a key to peak performance.

The 2005 women’s collection – including three fully waterproof GORE-TEX® models and featuring fashion colors like purple glow, blue shadow, emerald and candy – are worn in competition by dozens of LPGA Tour players, including Hall of Famer Juli Inkster. ECCO is also the official footwear sponsor of the Ladies European Tour and the European Solheim Cup team. The 2005 women’s collection includes eight models in 33 color combinations and retails from $120 to $180.

ECCO men’s golf shoes – including several fully waterproof GORE-TEX® models – are endorsed by internationally renowned players Colin Montgomerie, Aaron Baddeley, Thomas Bjorn and Thongchai Jaidee. The 2005 men’s golf collection consists of 11 models in 31 color combinations with suggested retail prices from $140 to $400.

ECCO golf shoes are praised by Tour and everyday players for their innovative styling and unprecedented attention to detail and comfort. All models feature ultra-soft, high-grade leather and extra cushion provided by PU-injected midsoles for superior shock absorption, a process unique to ECCO in the golf industry.

About ECCO

Founded in 1963 by Karl Toosbuy in Denmark, ECCO Sko A/S is the seventh largest shoe manufacturer in the world and enjoys a reputation for unparalleled comfort in its dress, casual, athletic and golf footwear. With direct subsidiaries in Europe, the Far East and North America, and partners worldwide, ECCO has 9,000 employees worldwide. ECCO USA, Inc. is based in Londonderry, New Hampshire. For more information: www.eccousa.com , (800) 886-3226.