ELITE TOURNAMENTS ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC APPAREL VENDOR PARTNERSHIP WITH TEAM IP FOR 16 EVENTS IN 2024

West Friendship, MD | February 1, 2024 - Elite Tournaments is pleased to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Team IP, the No. 1 Souvenir Merchandiser for amateur sports in the U.S. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in providing exceptional event souvenir merchandise for 16 of our 2024 calendar of events, including the inaugural 2024 US Club National Championship.

Following an extensive Request for Proposal (RFP) process, Team IP was awarded the bid based on the superior quality of their proposal. Team IP has been a leader in the event apparel industry for over 30 years, serving over 2,800 events annually. The company is a five-time recipient of the INC 500/5000 Award, a prestigious recognition for the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S.

Team IP specializes in customized apparel and is the exclusive provider of merchandise for major championship events, boasting partnerships with corporate giants such as ESPN Events and NCAA College Football Bowls.

"Team IP is thrilled to partner with Elite Tournaments and its partners to bring exciting event souvenir merchandise and more in 2024," stated Randy Spark, CEO, and Founder of Team IP. "We are particularly excited about the inaugural 2024 US Club National Championship, where we will have the opportunity to provide top-notch merchandise for over 150 teams from across the U.S."

Kyle Scranton, Director of Operations at Elite Tournaments, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, saying, "We are delighted to embark on this partnership with Team IP, a leader in sports merchandising. Together with Team IP, we are set to elevate the event experience and redefine the standards for souvenir merchandise for the 2024 calendar of events!"

This collaboration between Elite Tournaments and Team IP signifies a commitment to delivering and enhancing the overall event experience for participants and fans alike. Stay tuned for an array of exciting and exclusive event souvenir merchandise offerings throughout 2024.

About Elite Tournaments

Elite Tournaments has organized over 500 youth soccer, lacrosse and field hockey events for clubs, colleges, international and professional organizations since its inception in 2000. ET specializes in marketing and operational logistics and has established its company’s foundation on the expertise of its staff’s playing, coaching and management experience. For more information: www.elitetournaments.com

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About Team IP

Team IP is recognized as the No. 1 Souvenir Merchandiser for amateur sports in the U.S., servicing over 2,800+ events annually serving clients for over 30+ years. Team IP provides decorated apparel and branded promotional products for its three divisions; Events, Corporate and Digital and is a five-time recipient of the INC 500/5000 Award presented to the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. Team IP is the exclusive provider of merchandise for major championship events, including corporate partners ESPN Events, CFP - Bowl Season, NCAA College Football Bowls, USOPC Members, NFHS State Members, National Governing Bodies, and the entire Travel Sports Industry. For more information visit www.TeamIP.com