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Associated Press
15-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Rekortan Expands Partnership With Penn Relays to Become Presenting Sponsor of Coaches Expo
Secured by JMI Sports, the Partnership Enhances the Second Annual Coaches Expo, Presented by Rekortan, With New Experiences and Greater Opportunities for Track and Field Coaches PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA / ACCESS Newswire / April 15, 2025 / The Penn Relays - one of the most historic and prestigious track and field events in the world - is set to elevate its second annual Coaches Expo with an expanded partnership with Rekortan, a leader in track and field surface technology. Rekortan, the official track of the Penn Relays since 1988, will serve as the Presenting Sponsor of the Coaches Expo at the Coach Dave Micahnik Fencing Center and take place all three days of the 129th Running of the Penn Relays, presented by Toyota, from April 24-26, Track at Penn Relays The Coaches Expo, presented by Rekortan, continues to be a marquee event within the track and field community, bringing together coaches from all levels of the sport. Held in conjunction with the Penn Relays, the Coaches Expo serves as an essential platform for networking and education. Athletes will also compete on a Rekortan track at Franklin Field, which features renewable and recycled materials. 'We are excited to continue our longstanding partnership with the Penn Relays and expand our involvement as the Presenting Sponsor of the Coaches Expo,' said Tim Jordan, Vice President and General Manager at Rekortan. 'This sponsorship represents an incredible opportunity to engage with the broader track and field community while showcasing the world-class performance of our track surfaces, which are designed for peak performance and durability. Trusted by athletes worldwide, our top-quality track surfaces ensure safety, comfort and optimal speed. We're paving the way for the future of track and field with our commitment to sustainability through biobased content in our track products, which recently earned USDA Certified Biobased Product labels.' A longtime Penn Relays partner, Rekortan has hosted the popular Coaches' Hospitality Suite for years. Now, the partnership expands to include the Coaches Expo, presented by Rekortan, creating a dynamic hub for coaches to connect, learn and experience Rekortan's cutting-edge track surfaces. As the Presenting Sponsor, Rekortan will feature extensive branding, a dedicated booth and interactive experiences. Coaches will also enjoy complimentary food and beverages while exploring the expo's offerings. Additionally, a speaker series with industry leaders will provide further opportunities for education and engagement. 'Rekortan has been a fantastic partner of the Penn Relays, and we are extremely proud to showcase their innovative track surface to thousands of competitors, coaches and fans at Franklin Field every April,' said Scott Ward, Executive Director of the Penn Relays. 'It is a continuous goal of ours to create or enhance entertainment and educational elements for Penn Relays participants and fans outside of the competition, and Rekortan's investment in the Coaches Expo provides that added value for attending coaches by implementing a speaker series and upgrading hospitality, which I believe will be very well received.' JMI Sports is the multimedia rights holder for the Penn Relays and operates locally as Penn Sports Properties. The team played a key role in facilitating Rekortan's expanded partnership, which aims to elevate the Coaches Expo into an even more valuable and engaging experience for track and field professionals. With expanded activations and interactive elements, the event continues to grow as a premier destination for coaching education and industry connection. 'Every April, the Penn Relays bring together over 17,000 athletes from professional, collegiate and high school levels, making it one of the largest gatherings of track and field coaches in the nation,' said Kevin Wakefield, Vice President, Partnerships at Penn Sports Properties. 'This partnership allows Rekortan to connect with a vast network of coaches and athletes, further cementing their commitment to the growth of track and field at all levels, and we are thrilled to have played a key role in facilitating this exciting collaboration.' For more information about the Penn Relays and Coaches Expo, visit ABOUT REKORTAN With the most Olympic records, Rekortan® has delivered quality, consistency, and record-breaking speed to global events, major championships, colleges, and schools, since its debut in 1969. Rekortan®'s quality is delivered through a fully integrated global supply chain, including ISO-certified manufacturing in the USA, Germany, and Australia, and installation crews around the world. Rekortan® tracks feature renewable and recycled materials and are USDA-certified. Rekortan® is available in North America through AstroTurf® Corporation and globally through Polytan® in EMEA and Asia Pacific. Rekortan® is the Official Track Sponsor for the 2025 Grand Slam Track™ season. The AstroTurf® Corporation portfolio includes AstroTurf® fields, the trusted name in synthetic turf; Rekortan ® tracks, the benchmark for elite running surfaces; Laykold ® courts, the premier choice for tennis and multi-sport court play; and SYNLawn ®, the industry leader in residential and commercial landscaping solutions. These products are the original brands in their respective categories and set the standard for quality and innovation in sports and recreational surfacing. For more information, visit and ABOUT PENN RELAYS The Penn Relays is part of the Division of Recreation and Intercollegiate Athletics at the University of Pennsylvania. The facilities are contained within a contiguous 24-acre footprint at the eastern end of campus, commonly thought to be one of the best athletics infrastructures among urban campuses, with assets such as Franklin Field, the Palestra, and Penn Park. The Penn Relays, the oldest and largest relay competition held in the U.S., typically attracts more than 15,000 competitors and 100,000 spectators each spring during the last Thursday, Friday, and Saturday in April. Contact InformationMackenzie Smith 574-524-5916 SOURCE: Rekortan press release
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sport Group Appoints Alejandro Pena as Chief Executive Officer
BURGHEIM, DE / / April 10, 2025 / Sport Group (the "Company"), the global leader in artificial turf and sports and recreation surfaces, today announced the appointment of Alejandro Pena as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Alejandro has more than 25 years of experience leading high-performance organizations and driving transformational growth across the consumer products and building materials sectors. He joins Sport Group following his successful tenure as CEO of Keter Group, a global leader in durable consumer lifestyle solutions. Under his leadership, Keter achieved significant earnings growth while accelerating innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability across its portfolio. Prior to Keter, Alejandro held senior executive roles at Newell Brands and Jarden Corporation, where he built a track record of scaling global businesses, optimizing operations, and fostering winning cultures. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Universidad de Los Andes in Colombia and an MBA from the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas. "I'm honored to join Sport Group at such an exciting moment in its journey," said Mr. Pena. "The Company's iconic brands - including AstroTurf, SYNLawn, Polytan, Rekortan, and Laykold - have shaped the sports and recreational landscape for decades. I look forward to working closely with our talented global team of more than 2,600 associates to build on this strong foundation, delivering exceptional value to our customers through quality, innovation, and service." Sport Group extends its thanks to outgoing CEO Christoph von Nitzsch for his leadership and contributions to the Company. About Sport GroupSport Group is the global leader in artificial turf systems and polyurethane-based sports and recreational surface solutions. With a portfolio of pioneering brands and a presence in over 70 countries, Sport Group delivers high-performance, sustainable surfaces for professional sports venues, schools, parks, and residential applications. Its brands include AstroTurf, SYNLawn, Polytan, Rekortan, and Laykold. About KPS Capital Partners, LP KPS, through its affiliated management entities, is the manager of the KPS Special Situations Funds, a family of investment funds with approximately $19.7 billion of assets under management (as of December 31, 2024). For over three decades, the Partners of KPS have worked exclusively to realize significant capital appreciation by making controlling equity investments in manufacturing and industrial companies across a diverse array of industries, including basic materials, branded consumer, healthcare and luxury products, automotive parts, capital equipment and general manufacturing. KPS creates value for its investors by working constructively with talented management teams to make businesses better, and generates investment returns by structurally improving the strategic position, competitiveness and profitability of its portfolio companies, rather than primarily relying on financial leverage. The KPS Funds' portfolio companies currently generate aggregate annual revenues of approximately $22.2 billion, operate 222 manufacturing facilities in 30 countries, and have approximately 58,000 employees, directly and through joint ventures worldwide (as of December 31, 2024, pro forma for recent acquisitions). The KPS investment strategy and portfolio companies are described in detail at Contact Information Eva Issa VP HR, Legal & Internal 151 22 56 88 54 SOURCE: Sport Group View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire
