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Nike Signs Golfer Chris Williams To Multiyear Endorsement Deal

06 / 19 / 13

Golfer  Chris Williams  has signed with Nike in a multiyear deal to "represent the company with clubs, ball, footwear, glove, apparel, headwear and accessories." Williams is making his pro debut this week at the PGA Tour Travelers Championship ( GOLFCHANNEL.com, 6/19 ). This comes shortl...

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