Australian World Record Holder Jade Edmistone signs with Finis through 2008 Olympic Games World Record Holder in the Women’s 50 meter breaststroke (SC 29.90, LC 30.31). LIVERMORE, CA, April 6, 2006 -- Finis, Inc., technological leader of advanced training equipment for the swimming industry, today announced a sponsorship agreement with Australian swimming champion and World Record holder, Jade Edmistone. “Jade has been successfully using Finis training equipment over the past year and feels it has been effective in giving her an edge over the competition”, Said John Mix, President of Finis. Mix was in Shanghai Thursday evening, April 6th, to watch Jade win the 50M Breast Stroke at the Fina Swimming World Championships. “The Finis Hydrospeed racing suit will enable me to swim faster than I have ever swum before and the training products have assisted me in getting stronger and technically more efficient for my races.” Said Jade. CEO John Mix is delighted with the signing and traveled to China to watch the Short Course meet. “We had the opportunity to sign a number of swimmers and really took the time to establish who would give us the brand profile we wanted both in Australia and internationally. Jade is not only a brilliant swimmer, she is also a fine young woman and I have no doubt, an excellent ambassador for FINIS”. Known as “The Jewel in the Pool”, Jade will be traveling the world circuit and promoting the Finis brand. Under this agreement Finis will use Jade as a spokesperson for the brand in Australia and Worldwide. At the upcoming Australian Swim Coaches Clinic in Queensland Australia May 4th through May 9th, Finis’ coaching consultant Tim Elson will travel to Australia to work with Jade and perform a Finis Clinic at the event. For more information, visit Jade Edmistone's Official Website: www.jewelinthepool.com 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.