Irvine, CA (July 17, 2002) – Simply stated, Cael Sanderson is the best collegiate wrestler ever. Sanderson, an ASICS sponsored athlete, finished his collegiate career with a perfect 159-0 record. He won four straight NCAA Division I championships and has already won two US national championships. His will to win is matched by his will to prepare and adapt. Cael and ASICS think alike.

ASICS will introduce the Ultraflex 2S™ wrestling shoe for Spring 2003 with Cael Sanderson in mind. The Ultraflex 2S™ features a unique laceless closure that only enhances the fit and comfort. A high-performing, stretchable upper material molds to the wrestler’s foot, providing superior fit. In order to reduce weight and increase flexibility and traction, the Ultraflex 2S™ uses the ASICS® Rotational Split Sole™ technology. Add a TacLiner1 insole and you have a wrestling shoe Cael Sanderson would be proud to wear.

According to Kraig Kobayashi, product marketing manager for team footwear, “the Split Sole technology is a proven outsole design. We’ve updated the overall performance by adding the stretch upper and lace less closure to make a great fitting technical wrestling shoe.”

Available for Holiday 2002, is the new ASICS® GEL-VTR™ volleyball shoe. A performance-level shoe engineered for the player demanding a superb fit. Incorporating the MONO-SOCK® Fit System and the Dynamic Cradle this shoe delivers a sock-like fit and provides stability with every movement of the foot.