January 10, 2004

AMBRIDGE, PA — Rob Fustich, better known as "Thompson" has signed a national letter of intent to play golf at 2004 Carl Spackler Open, announced today by the Captain?s Club. Thompson is the fourth rookie to sign a letter of intent and 14th player to sign.

Fustich, a native of Pittsburgh, PA, is currently on tour in Ambridge, PA.  "A truly great player", said Tom McCauley of the Captain?s Club.  "He works very hard for his accomplishments.  He works very hard and I feel that he will be a key ingredient to our tournament for years to come."

Thompson signed his letter of intent and also enclosed a note for the field. "Tell Davis that I got my kitchen pass.  I have been waiting 3 years for my passes and this is my year to shine.  I am not about to drive to Winston-Salem and smoke.  This is for the Golden Jacket and a very large purse. I don?t expect to finish poorly as I did in the On Tour Championship. I going to keep my head and bring the trophy and jacket back to my fans in the little town of Ambridge.?