June 13, 2007 11:24 AM Eastern Daylight Time
Mad Catz Enters into License Agreement with the NHL to Produce Branded Controllers and Related Accessories
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (AMEX/TSE: MCZ), a leading third-party video game accessory provider, announced today that it has entered into a license agreement with the National Hockey League (“NHL”) which allows it to produce customized NHL team controllers and other accessories for all video game platforms. The multi-year license agreement between Mad Catz and the NHL allows Mad Catz to distribute licensed products throughout the United States and Canada.
“With the addition of the NHL to our portfolio of licensed brands, Mad Catz will now offer licensed accessories for fans of each of North America’s four major sports leagues. This full suite of sports licenses uniquely positions Mad Catz to provide retailers and fans with compelling, stylish and entertaining sports-themed video game controllers and accessories,” said Darren Richardson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mad Catz.
Mad Catz will produce a range of video game accessories featuring the logos and colors of each of the 30 NHL teams. The accessories will be available through online and team stores and wherever video game accessories are sold.
“The introduction of NHL branded controllers and accessories provides hockey fans with a new and entertaining way to support their favorite teams on the ice from the comfort of their living rooms. Mad Catz has a proven history of producing high-quality sports themed accessories and we are proud align the NHL and its fans with these products,” said Brian Jennings, Executive Vice President, Consumer Products Marketing, NHL.
For more information or for high definition photos of the products, please visit www.madcatz.com.
