January 9, 2005

DUBLIN, OH — The Captains Club ensured a bright future for the Carl Spackler Open today after a Jim DeMaria national letter of intent was received. As a rookie, this guy is ready to make an impact that cannot be ignored.

DeMaria, a close friend of Jason Watson, has recently released a player profile photo with an aggressive game face that should scare some of the field. "I am extremely excited about this year's recruiting and rookie class," Long said. "This rookie has a list of national tournament experience and rememberable haircut. The experience speaks volumes about his ability to perform, and they will be great additions to the tournament. This is great for the Open Championship and the phenomenal field of golfers."

"The thing I've been most pleased in 2004 is the way I've handled the pressure when I've been in the thick of things," DeMaria said. "When you play golf with Watson, it is not fun. It?s war out there. He wants to kick my butt as much as I want to kick his."

Jim is the 30th player to sign and play in the 2005 Carl Spackler Open.  He is the 10th rookie and 9th player to represent Ohio.