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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2, 2004 Markwort Sporting Goods Company has recently completed several acquisitions and is proud to present these established safety and training aids under the Markwort brand of quality products. Markwort Heart-Gard® is a tough polyethylene dome that absorbs impact energy and forces it away from the heart. More deaths occur in youth baseball and softball than any other sport, with approximately 65% of all injuries inflicted by the ball. Heart-Gard® covers the vital area of the chest, and is designed to help prevent death or injury from ball impact to the center of the chest. It's small size measures 6" x 6", yet is the largest rigid plate over the vital area of any protector. When worn under the uniform, it is virtually invisible and does not restrict movement. Kids learn faster and have greater confidence in their playing ability. Cool and lightweight, weighing less than 3 oz., kids forget they are wearing it. Parents and coaches choose Heart-Gard® as standard protective equipment for child safety. One size fits all up to 120 lbs. Patent #5,245,706. Markwort C-Flap® guard offers facial protection for batters. It's innovative patented design easily mounts to the ear flap of the batting helmet, covering the side of the face exposed to the pitcher without obstructing vision or air flow, and helps prevent injuries to the cheek and jaw for youth and adult. The C-Flap® Lexan plastic construction is stronger than most batting helmets, and the padded inner surface provides added protection. C-Flap® builds confidence for both big and little leaguers. One size fits all and attaches to any helmet. Patent # 4,677,694. Markwort Glove Locker™ is the complete break-in and maintenance kit. This training aid hugs your glove uniformly with the ball secure in an inner pocket. Glove Locker™ is easily stretchable, and the washable neoprene is superlight, yet durable. It has incredible life, springing back into shape time after time. Because it covers more of the outer surface than a belt or shoelace, it protects the outside leather during storage. Glove Locker™ maintains proper shape with durable neoprene wrap. For breaking in new gloves, just rub a little Glove Lube™ on your glove and follow the easy wrapping instructions. In just a few days you'll see the results, as your glove begins to take on the natural shape of the ball it's hugging. Patent # 5,456,390. Markwort Sporting Goods Company has been in business since 1931. Markwort is a manufacturer and distributor of popular brands and respected products, including PowerSwing®, Safe-T-Ball®, SportCups®, Speed Sensor®, and many others.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2, 2004 Markwort Sporting Goods Company is proud to announce the relocation of it's office and warehouse space. The newer facility is 80,000 sq. ft, and offers larger warehouse, office, and meeting space. Located 8 miles from St. Louis International Airport and 15 miles from downtown St. Louis, Markwort's new headquarters provides efficient shipping and receiving docks and office areas. Markwort has been operating out of it's mid-town St. Louis, MO location for 44 years. Previously, it occupied space where Busch Stadium now stands. Markwort is a manufacturer and distributor of popular brands and respected products, including Heart-Gard®, C-Flap®, Glove Locker™, PowerSwing®, SportCups®, Safe-T-Ball®, Speed Sensor™, and many others. Markwort Sporting Goods Company was established in 1931.

Markwort Sporting Goods' New Office and Warehouse Space 1101 Research Blvd. St. Louis, Missouri 63132

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