FINIS, Inc. Named Official Training Equipment Supplier to College Swimming Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) Swimming Legend Tom Jager to Speak at CSCAA Convention on Behalf of FINIS, Inc. LIVERMORE, CA, March 30, 2004 -- FINIS, Inc., the leading innovator of competitive aquatic training products, today announced that the company will be the official supplier of training equipment to the College Swimming Coaches Association of America (CSCAA). Tom Jager, a five-time Olympic gold medalist and at one time the fastest swimmer in the world, will speak on FINIS’s behalf at the CSCAA convention taking place May 23rd - 26th, in San Diego, CA. Currently the Women’s Head Swimming Coach at the University of Idaho, Mr. Jager is an inductee into the International Swimming Hall of Fame, a former world record holder, and the first swimmer to break the five mile-per-hour barrier. "The rapid evolution of technology as applied to swimming constantly affects the approaches and methods of the CSCAA’s members," said Bob Boettner, Executive Director, CSCAA. "Forging this partnership with FINIS ensures that our organization will have access to the latest technical equipment and information to keep our coaches at the leading edge." "Though FINIS’s commitment extends to swimmers of all abilities, we absolutely recognize the high impact our technical equipment has on swimmers at the collegiate level," said John Mix, President, FINIS. "This partnership with the CSCAA allows our organizations to work together and further the success of this core segment of athletes." For more information, please contact Craig Stiff at 925-454-0111 x222. About FINIS Founded in 1993 by Olympic Gold Medalist, Pablo Morales, and John Mix, FINIS develops the most technological and advanced training equipment for the swimming industry. From competitive swim wear and technical training equipment to high-end competitive swim goggles and children’s water confidence products, FINIS offers something for swimmers of all abilities to improve their technique and add to their enjoyment of being in the water. Additional information on FINIS is available at http://www.finisinc.com. About CSCAA Founded in 1922, CSCAA is one of the oldest coaching organizations in America. From the time it helped establish the NCAA Swimming Committee to the present day, it has been instrumental in solidifying and standardizing the sport of swimming. Today its main political charge is to help maintain and protect both men's and women's collegiate swimming programs.