Greg Norman Collection Announces Sponsorship Agreement With LPGA Rookie Belen Mozo

NEW YORK, Jan. 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Greg Norman Collection solidifies its commitment to the company's growing women's business by announcing today it has signed an endorsement agreement with LPGA Tour player Belen Mozo.  Born and raised in Cadiz, Spain, Belen's amateur highlights include 4-time NCAA/Golfweek All-American at University of Southern California, Ladies British and Girls' British Amateur Champion (first player since 1972 to win both in the same year), NCAA Championship (Team), European Ladies Amateur Champion, Junior International Champion of Spain, and victories at the Junior Solheim Cup and Junior Ryder Cup.

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Belen earned her 2011 LPGA playing privileges by finishing 8th at the LPGA Qualifying School and her Ladies European Tour playing privileges by finishing 3rd at LET Qualifying School.

"We are thrilled to welcome Belen to the Greg Norman Collection family and look forward to having her represent the company around the world in 2011," said Michael J. Setola, CEO/President, Greg Norman Collection.

Belen will wear the Company's GN Women's Collection during competition and be featured prominently in upcoming advertising and marketing campaigns.  

"I'm so excited to be a part of the Greg Norman Collection family.  I've always admired Greg's style; we are both very competitive and aggressive golfers and work really hard off the course.  When I started playing golf at age 8, I decided I wanted to become the #1 golfer in the world, like Greg.   Considering all that he has done as a golfer and businessman, it is an honor for me to represent the Shark brand.

"The Women's Collection is full of color, style and innovation, and I think it really fits my personality.  I like to look good on the golf course, because when I look good I feel good, and when I feel good I'm able to play great.  With the GN Women's Collection, I'm comfortable knowing I will look and feel like a winner.   Now I'm excited to get to work and have a great LPGA rookie season," said Belen Mozo.

Belen plans to start her 2011 rookie season at the Handa Women's Australian Open.  

The GN Women's Collection is available internationally at premiere green grass pro-shops and resorts.

What they're saying about Belen:

 "She has what it takes on the course, and she has what it takes off the course."

Greg Norman, Former World #1 and World Golf Hall of Fame member

"It's hard to imagine a more marketable person in this [2010] Q-School field than Mozo.... The 22-year-old Spaniard is as personable as they come, attractive, bubbly and talented."

Beth Ann Baldry, Golfweek

"She's just what ladies golf needs, a refreshing combination of talent, character and beauty.   Our sponsors absolutely loved her."  

Roddy Carr, Tournament Director AIB Ladies Irish Open

About Greg Norman Collection:

Built upon a unique combination of performance, luxury and style, Greg Norman Collection is a leading worldwide marketer of golf-inspired sportswear for men and women. Established in 1992, Greg Norman Collection is inspired by one of the world's leading golf professionals, the man they call "The Shark." Reflecting his adventurous spirit and confident, independent style, the Collection captures Greg Norman's powerful elegance, enthusiasm and passion for an individual design sense.

Photo Credit: Sean Lee-Davies

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