Press-release

Team Gearbox: New Addition- Ben Croft

Gearbox Racquetball Welcomes Ben Croft #7 ranked player on the International Racquetball Tour (IRT)

Bonita, CA

June 18, 2008

Gearbox racquetball is proud to announce the signing of Ben Croft from Lake Bluff, Illinois.  At the bright young age of 23, Ben has stormed his way up the rankings where he is currently ranked #7 on the International Racquetball Tour.

Ben is not only the youngest player in the current top 10, he is also known as one of the most exciting and intense players to watch on the court.  Ben captures the audience with his fierce approach to the game and super human speed, sometimes diving five times in one rally to chase down any ball.

Ben holds an unprecedented seven intercollegiate titles in Division I, thus forming the solid foundation of a champion.   Ben Croft also received the prestigious Rookie of the Year Award in 2007 as well as the 2007 United States National Doubles Champion title.  Having had successful victories over Jason Mannino, Shane Vanderson and Jason Thoerner, Ben’s determination to win was further proven in the 2007-2008 season.

Gearbox Racquetball is extremely pleased to add Ben Croft to their roster of professional athletes. Gearbox’s Athlete Manager, Joel Arredondo says, “Ben is a dominant force to be reckoned with and an extraordinarily talented athlete who brings excitement to the game.  I could not be any happier to have him be a part of the Gearbox family”.

Gearbox Racquetball:

            Gearbox racquetball takes it roots in being a company for the player designed by a racquetball player.  Seeing racquetball not only as a great sport but also as a great lifestyle, Gearbox wants to create a proud and enduring identity for the sport.  Gearbox is committed to designing products for the racquetball player lifestyle, products that promote racquetball on and off the court.  For more information please visit www.gearboxrb.com.