Virtual Golf Gaming Site Launched
First to market with web-based, console-quality, skill-based golf games with guaranteed cash payouts for one out of every ten players, Connecticut-based LuckyGolfer, Inc. (http://www. luckygolfer. com) has set a course for success in the virtual gaming arena with the debut of its initial gaming site. LuckyGolfer premiers as the first of the company's "Take 5 Entertainment" options available on the Internet.
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Contact: Rick Perrone, LuckyGolfer, Inc.
Phone: 203.328.3721
Email: Rick@luckygolfer. com
Website: http://www. luckygolfer. com (http://www. luckygolfer. com)
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Connecticut Firm Launches Virtual Golf Gaming Site with
Guaranteed Cash Payouts for 1 in 10 Players
-- LuckyGolfer Debuts as First of a Suite of High Quality, Skill Based Games --
STAMFORD, CT - (November 20, 2002) - First to market with web-based, console-quality, skill-based golf games with guaranteed cash payouts for one out of every ten players, Connecticut-based LuckyGolfer, Inc. (http://www. luckygolfer. com (http://www. luckygolfer. com)) has set a course for success in the virtual gaming arena with the debut of its initial gaming site. LuckyGolfer premiers as the first of the company's "Take 5 Entertainment" options available on the Internet.
"LuckyGolfer is the flagship first offering of a suite of skill-based, desktop-quality on-line games offering cash payouts and value-added services such as offline tournaments at exciting vacation destinations and on-line interaction with golf professionals," stated Rick Perrone, President and Chief Executive Officer of the company. "To date, on-line gaming sites do not ensure players the excellent and guaranteed odds of winning cash payouts that LuckyGolfer does, nor do they provide the desktop-quality, easy to use, skill-based entertainment that our games do. Our games are crafted by real golfers with input and review by experts in the field to ensure realism. They were designed to combine the best features of both single and multi-player games without the downsides of either. LuckyGolfer games will appeal both to general gamers and to golfers of all abilities and can actually be used as a tool for golfers to hone their real world golf skills."
Targeted to a worldwide market of avid golfers and gamers, LuckyGolfer provides players an unlimited opportunity to compete for cash payouts while enjoying challenging games of skill which rival the feature richness and visual quality of the console games. LuckyGolfer uses various high quality courses which closely simulate real world conditions, with new ones constantly being developed. The games were designed and built by a top U. S. game company which has developed leading golf games since 1976, including the best selling 1998 and 1999 Microsoft Golf game series.
"LuckyGolfer games are ideal for a quick and exciting break during the day. They are great 'Take 5 Entertainment' as most games take only 5 minutes to play," states Rebecca Docimo, Chief Technology Officer for the Company. "With only a simple Internet connection, pc-users are able to play anytime, anywhere with no special console equipment, no expensive software, no subscription fees and no upfront deposits - users pay as they play. Users are offered free downloads which can be obtained on the spot to start playing within minutes, or they can order a CD for a small S&H cost. Players are given 9 free practice holes of golf to develop their skills before competing in exciting on-line contests and tournaments against other real players for nominal 'greens fees'."
Games offered by LuckyGolfer include a Longest Drive Contest, a Closest to the Pin Contest, 3 and 9 Hole Tournaments, and the free Practice Round. Each of the game types can be played for the user's choice of $5, $10, $25 or $50; first place cash payouts range from $500 - $5,000. Additionally, users can compete in the bonus $1,000,000 Hole in One Contest for a $10 entry fee and a $1,000,000 progressive payout.
"Golf is much more than a game - it's a lifestyle and a passion," said Perrone. "Setting a new standard in virtual games and in the on-line golf market, LuckyGolfer provides golfers with the ultimate golf experience: to have fun playing golf anytime, anywhere; to enjoy a healthy dose of competitive spirit playing against other real players; to improve their game; and, perhaps, best of all, to experience a real chance of winning money by simply playing a game they already love."
Legal to play in almost every state in the United States and in many countries worldwide, LuckyGolfer is available to users ages 18 or older. Users are required to complete a simple registration form similar to those on any major eCommerce site to create a user profile and begin playing.
LuckyGolfer, Inc. is headquartered at 700 Canal Street in Stamford, Connecticut. For more information, go to http://www. luckygolfer. com (http://www. luckygolfer. com) or contact the company at 203.328.3721.
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LuckyGolfer was founded in 2000 by Rick Perrone, a 25+ year veteran of the telecommunications, cable and wireless industries. A former executive with Warner Communications, now known as AOL/Time Warner, Mr. Perrone has an extensive background in operations and marketing for consumer services. He was instrumental in introducing and marketing many new high-visibility products and services for today's consumers, including MTV, NICKELODEON, The Movie Channel, ESPN and CNN. Additionally, he introduced Qube, the first interactive two-way Cable System in the United States. Mr. Perrone serves as President and Chief Executive Officer for LuckyGolfer, Inc.
Rebecca Docimo serves as Chief Technology Officer. From its inception, Rebecca has led and been involved in all aspects of the development and launching of LuckyGolfer. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from UCONN's Honor's Program with a B. A. in Liberal Arts and was nominated to Phi Beta Kappa. Rebecca holds certificates from NYU and Skidmore in eCommerce and Programming & Web Development. She is completing her M. S. in Systems & Operations from NYU. Rebecca's accomplishments include creating the first web presence for the City of Stamford and Stamford Public Schools, regarded as forerunners in the country, and developing and executing sites for Stamford's Director's View Film Festival and Fairfield's Film Maker's Educational Cooperative.
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