Cuties California Mandarins becomes Official Snack of US Club Soccer

CHARLESTON, S.C. (Oct. 30, 2009) – US Club Soccer has reached a sponsorship agreement in which Cuties California Mandarins has become the “Official Snack of US Club Soccer.”

As a result of the partnership, Cuties California Mandarins will have an on-site presence at a variety of events, including the following:

• Oct. 31, 2009 | League play at Meyer Park in Spring, Texas

• Nov. 1, 2009 | Player Development Friendlies at Bear Branch Park in The Woodlands, Texas

• Nov. 20-22, 2009 | Washington Cup Premier at Starfire Sports Complex in Tukwila, Wash.

• Dec. 4-6, 2009 | The IV ’09 in College Station, Texas

At each of these events, Cuties California Mandarins’ on-site presence will consist of free fruit samples, coupons, sign creation, as well as the Cuties Peeling Contest and Cuties Kick Competition, for which prizes will be awarded.

In addition, Cuties’ Ultimate Soccer Mom Contest will begin with the Washington Cup event. Captained by former U.S. Women’s National Team star Joy Fawcett, the Ultimate Soccer Mom Contest recognizes a mom, dad, grandparent or other parental figure that demonstrates a certain set of attributes associated with being the “ultimate soccer mom.” Further details on this contest will be forthcoming.

“Cuties and soccer are a perfect team, so the partnership with US Club Soccer this season is natural and sweet, like our fruit,” said Ashley Martorana, Director of Marketing for Paramount Citrus. “Together with Joy Fawcett, Positive Coaching Alliance and US Club Soccer, Cuties will be bringing moms on the sidelines more than simply deliciously healthy snacks, but rich food for thought about how to extend the life lessons sports can teach beyond the field.”  

“Cuties and US Club Soccer are passionate about soccer and providing healthy options for America’s youth,” said US Club Soccer Senior Vice President Curt Johnson. “This is a natural partnership as we both believe strongly in the importance of exercise, eating well and building healthy habits at a young age.”

About Cuties®:
Cuties is a joint venture between Paramount Citrus Association and Sun Pacific. For more information about Cuties brand mandarin oranges, visit www.cutiescitrus.com.

About US Club Soccer:
US Club Soccer is a non-profit organization whose mission is to develop competitive club soccer in the United States. A member of the United States Soccer Federation since July 2001, US Club Soccer has grown to include member clubs and leagues in 49 states. In addition to sanctioning and administering tournaments, leagues and other competitions as well as offering a range of programs for its members, US Club Soccer annually conducts the National Cup and the National Collegiate Showcase. US Club Soccer also directs its own player identification and development program – id².

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