OMAHA, Neb., March 21, 2014 – The #1 leading platform tennis company, Viking, announces the launch of the first ever, multi-region summer league as one additional step to help grow the sport across the U.S..  Registrations have already flooded in since the announcement that landed the week of Nationals.  As the Official Product Sponsor of the APTA, Viking has focused efforts this season on adding elements to events as well as plans for the introduction of new products to the game that generate a continued excitement around the sport.  The Viking Low Bounce League is another step the company is taking to allow more opportunity for current and potentially new players to get involved in the sport on a more consistent basis. 

The Viking Low Bounce League will kickoff at the end of April and finish in mid-June. Regions hosting leagues will include New Jersey, Rochester, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Kansas City, Cincinnati, Boston, Cleveland and Westchester, NY.  League registrations will be supported through paddlepro.com along with individual league pages by region for ongoing scores, league notes and updates.  With support of the APTA, Viking is excited about the inaugural year for this league.  “The Viking Low Bounce League is an exciting venture for us and more importantly, we hope will be an asset to the sport as a whole.  It’s no secret the sport is continuing to grow at a rapid pace across the country and our hope is that by offering an opportunity to add an additional season, it will allow this growth to continue through the exposure it will bring for existing and new players interested in getting involved.” Says Cort Irish, Vice President of Marketing for Active Brands Company.

Equally as excited about the league is the APTA.  “As an organization, our #1 priority above anything else is continuing to take the necessary steps to foster the current state of the game while doing everything in our power to continue its rate of growth.  What Viking has done for the sport has been great and the addition of an initiative like this will undoubtly allow for significant steps forward in achieving that goal.  We’re thrilled to be able to support this league.”  Says Rob Coster, APTA President.

From region to region, Viking has brought in some of the games top professionals to help market and run the leagues.  "The summer league is a great opportunity to get out and practice new shots and improve your game off season.  Viking’s launch of a multi-region league like this is huge for the sport and its growth” says Ana Brzova, APTA Women’s National Champion.  “What’s been exciting is the clear dedication and excitement that Viking has instilled in the sport and just as exciting is what’s about to come.  This league is just the latest example of exciting things that Viking is bringing to the table and I’m excited to be a part of it.”  Mark Parsons, 2014 Nationals Champion.

As a leader in the retail space as well as hosting and managing tournaments all over the country, PaddlePro.com will work in partnership with Viking to launch and grow the Viking Low Bounce League.

To learn more about the league and to register today, please visit paddlepro.com/vikinglowbounceleague.com

About Viking
Owned and operated by Active Brands Company, Viking is the premiere manufacturer of platform tennis products in the industry.  Product portfolio includes paddles, balls, eyewear, gloves and accessories.  The worlds best platform tennis players are currently using Viking products worldwide.  For additional information please go to www.vikingathletics.com.

About Active Brands Company
Active Brands Company is focused on advanced athlete protection and performance equipment. In addition to Viking, the company’s portfolio includes Battle Sports Science, Ektelon, NuttyBuddy and TapouT. Learn more at www.activebrandscompany.com