GASTON UNITED SOCCER CLUB KICKS OFF SEASON...
Gaston United Soccer ClubKICKS OFF SEASON WITH DONATION AND
EQUIPMENT FROM UNIROYAL® TIRE AND AAA Car Care Center
Gastonia, N.C. — (October 13, 2010) — With the 10th anniversary under its belt, the Uniroyal® Soccer Program is continuing to support local soccer across the nation. Starting October 20, players of Gaston United Soccer Club will receive certificates that can be redeemed for a free soccer ball at AAA Car Care Center, while supplies last. After the 30-day program period, Gaston United Soccer Club will receive $2 for every Uniroyal® tire sold to the general public on behalf of Uniroyal® Tire and AAA Car Care Center.
Since the program’s inception in 2000, the Uniroyal Soccer Program has provided nearly $13 million in funds and equipment in excess of one million soccer balls, to more than 3,000 youth soccer programs across the U.S. and Canada. As a continuation of the 10th anniversary, Uniroyal® Tire will be giving away a soccer ball every day in 2010. For more information, please visit the website at www.UniroyalTires.com.
“Giving back to our local community in such a unique way is phenomenal,” said Geoffrey Clodfelter of AAA Car Care Center. “We look forward to connecting with players and parents from Gaston United Soccer Club when they come in for their free soccer ball.”
“We are thankful we can provide such a distinct program for our dealers to be able to get involved in their communities,” said Ashley Ramos, Uniroyal® Tire communications manager. “Soccer leagues depend on donations from partners like AAA Car Care Center and we are proud to facilitate that partnership.”
Uniroyal® Tire is one of the world's leading tire brands for passenger and commercial cars, pick-ups, light trucks, minivans and sport utility vehicles. Dating back to 1892, Uniroyal® Tire has developed a reputation for providing high-quality, affordable tires including its Tiger Paw® and Laredo® series. Uniroyal® tires offer just the right combination of dependability, traction and grip in almost every weather condition, and come with one of the industry's leading warranties.
To learn more about AAA Car Care Center please call Geoffrey Clodfelter, 704-830-0106 at 2508 E. Franklin Blvd. in Gastonia, or visit www.aaa.com/carcare.
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