GAINESVILLE, FL-- DECEMBER 17, 2003-- Escalade Sports has announced signing Tom Jennings to endorse and promote the complete line of Jennings products. This exclusive line of Compound Bows will be marketed under the registered trademark of Jennings.

Tom Jennings is a prominent innovator in the archery industry. He is often referred to as "Mr. Compound Bow." He pioneered the inclusion of exotic hardwoods in bow handle risers, innovative grip designs and along with Fred Bear, bow speed measuring. Tom Jennings understands archers like things faster, stronger and more powerful. This commitment continues with the new Jennings CK 3.5 bow, a short, light and powerful bow designed to maximize performance characteristics found in world class hunting equipment.

"Teaming up with Tom Jennings positions Escalade Sports to provide our customers with a strong product line that is widely recognized for innovation and performance," states Dan Messmer, President of Escalade Sports.

Escalade Sports signing of Tom Jennings continues the companyÂ’s recent trend of aggressive brand development and commitment within its key Archery business segments. Jennings Archery defines Legendary Innovation.

Escalade Sports manufactures and distributes a full line of sporting goods products including Table Tennis Tables and equipment, Pool Tables and equipment, Basketball Systems, Game Tables, Archery equipment, Darting Products and Fitness equipment. For more information about Escalade Sports, contact Phil Piccolo, Vice President of Marketing at Escalade Sports, 817 Maxwell Avenue, Evansville, Indiana 47711, 812-467-1200 or www.escaladesports.com.