March 23, 2010

WHEELING, WV — J.T. Thomas signed in February to play golf at the 2010 Carl Spackler Open Championship at South Padre Island Golf Club in Laguna Vista, TX. CFO Rick Dosky announced today that the rookie is very excited to be a part of a well-respected championship with such a talented field.

"It is an honor and a privilege to be invited to a tournament with as much prestige and with one that carries such an incredibly talented field as this one," said Thomas while throwing cornhole bags near his home in Wheeling, WV. "I am really looking forward to the challenge of playing in a major tournament, and to be truthful, there is a better chance of me winning this tournament than the United States Open. It would mean something special to me to play well in it, especially in front of Mr. Spackler himself."

Thomas was asked why he was throwing bags instead of swinging the club at the range. "Never assume that I am not visiting the practice range at Olgebay," answered Thomas. "Look beyond the bags. Look at the consistency of throwing cornhole bags like basketball free throws and the consistency needed for the putting stroke."

Thomas is a 11-year member of Golfapalooza, which is an annual golf event held in September each year.

"This rookie has all the tools," says CRO Rick Dosky and member of Golfapalooza. "He is a guy coming to the tournament that everyone will be watching, because they know that he can contend for the title immediately. I would not be a bit surprised to see him finish in the Top 5."

"Definitely a contender," added Pat Boland and member of Golfapalooza. "He is strong with the flat stick, and good with the irons, the wedges, and the driver. He does not have one weakness in his game. The only thing missing is multiple major tournament experiences, and he will unquestionably get that this year."

J.T. Thomas signs as the 40th player, 2nd rookie, and the 3rd player to represent the state of West Virginia. The first round of tournament play is scheduled to begin on April 16. There are 51 or 52 participants expected for the 10th annual event.