To: Alex Sharp who wrote (1223 ) 2/17/1998 12:08:00 PM From: Needticker Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 1574
NOW, LOOK AT THE WHOLE REPORT AccSys Global Network Inc.: Classic Series Player Update PHOENIX, Feb. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- AccSys Global Network Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: ACCY) is pleased to announce that the field for the inaugural Classic Series event is half completed. PGA Champion Bob Rosburg and U.S. Open Champion Tommy Bolt will join Jack Nicklaus while Ben Crenshaw has regrettably withdrawn from the field for the inaugural two-man team event to be held March 30, 1998 at Superstition Mountain Golf Club. Bolt, one of the most colorful players ever to compete, beat Ben Hogan, Sam Snead and Gary Player to win the 1958 U.S. Open wire-to-wire. "Tommy's attire and personality has thrilled golf galleries for decades, and he is actually the person who got my father started on the Tour," said David Marr III, CEO of AccSys Global Network Inc. Rosburg has been an on-course commentator for ABC Sports for two decades. As a player he was renowned for his short game earning a PGA Championship and Ryder Cup spot in 1959. "My father and Rossi worked together for ABC in the '70's and '80's. Rossi's expertise and media persona sometimes overshadow his playing career, but he is a feared competitor on the course." Due to a miscommunication, Crenshaw accepted another commitment for March 30th and is working to accommodate a future Classic event in his schedule. "Of course it would be great to have Ben in our field for the Superstition event," said David Marr, "but we are now focused on determining which of our other events best suits his schedule. He is still committed to the idea and wants to play. Who knows, it may give him ideas on pairings for the 1999 Ryder Cup." Marr continued, "In the mean time, our field is led by Jack Nicklaus, the greatest player of all time, and he will be joined by players who themselves have won major championships and played on Ryder Cup teams. Our field will be strong, illustrious and entertaining. While we are focussed on the first event our priority is ensuring a healthy Series. Having Ben at a future event will help the Series as a whole." SOURCE AccSys Global Network Inc. CONTACT: Damian Loth of AccySys Global Network Inc., 604-688-5539