WARRIOR CONFIRM GRAHAM SIGNING

Sunderland newcomer Danny Graham has signed an endorsement deal with Warrior Football which will see him wear boots from Warrior’s first football boot range, Skreamer

The striker, who transferred to Sunderland from Swansea City in January this year, began his career aged 17 when he was signed by Middlesbrough. After a successful four-year stint at Middlesbrough, Graham went on to play for League One side Carlisle, as well as Watford, before signing for Swansea’s maiden Premier League campaign in 2011.

Ben Haworth, global sports marketing manager for Warrior Football, says Graham is a strong signing. “As a footballer, Danny has gone down the ladder in order to come back up and it’s that sort of fighting spirit we look for in a Warrior player,” he said. “His talent, commitment and tenacity will strengthen our presence on the field.”

Graham, who earlier this year scored the instrumental goal to secure Swansea City a place in the League Cup final at Wembley, is enthused about the partnership. “To be positioned, alongside players like Fellainia and Kompnay – some of the game’s giants – is very exciting,” said Graham. “Warrior is a brand that is clearly going places in football and I look forward to working with the team moving forward.”

Unlike Fellaini and Kompany, Graham will wear Warrior’s K-Lite boot – currently available in Black/Orange. The Sunderland forward will wear them for the first time official when the Black Cats meet Manchester United at the Stadium of Light next Saturday (30 March).

WARRIOR SKREAMER S-LITE – SPICY ORANGE/BAJA BLUE/WHITE

Warrior football have become a recognised force in the boot since the launch of their first ever football boot – the Skreamer S-Lite. Having first landed in an eye-catching Blue Radiance/Bright Marigold/Insignia Blue colourway, Warrior have now unveiled the second colourway – Spicy Orange/Baja Blue/White.

Having already officially signed Marouane Fellaini and Jonas Gutierrez, Warrior recently unveiled Vincent Kompany as a Warrior athlete and you can expect to see this new colourway making their debut when the Manchester City skipper returns from injury.

Equipped to exploit ‘What Lies Within’, the Skreamer is built for furious power and deadly accuracy and features some impressive technology. A lightweight outsole design is made from Superior Grade Pebax making the boots light and stabile. The FG version feature ‘ClawTec’ blades are designed at optimum angles for both grip and release properties. (The SG version has hollow point aluminium studs to aid lightweight.)

Warrior’s durable, superlight one-piece microfiber upper is known as S-Lite and features an eye-catching rubber arrowhead design on the forefoot for enhanced ball control. These angled PU injected fins offer unrivaled swerve, accuracy and power.

Off-center, low profile lacing creates a large strike zone. The lightweight, contoured arrowhead cushioning footbed, ‘HeelShield’ heel counter and stitch-free inner for zero abrasion give the boots both superb comfort and foot support.

BELLAMY’S CUSTOM WARRIOR SKREAMER BOOTS

Craig Bellamy, Warrior’s first ambassador, recently wore a pair of custom-made Skreamer Pro boots against Austria. The boots were made specifically for Bellamy, with his input throughout the design process. Now, thanks to Warrior, we are able to bring you a closer look.

Bellamy’s bespoke Skreamer boots are predominantly white with splashes of red and green to give them a distinct Welsh look and feel. Paying tribute to Bellamy’s Celtic roots, a Welsh dragon sits on the lateral side of the boot, while a distinct Triquetra symbol is imprinted on the medial side.

Lines from the Welsh national anthem have been etched in gold across both soles. Inscribed on the right boot reads, ‘Mae hen wlad fy nhadau yn annwyl i mi’ (the ancient land of my fathers is dear to me), while ‘Ei gwrol ryfelwyr, gwladgarwyr tra mâd’ (her brave warriors, patriot much blessed) is written on the left. Bellamy says the boots showcase his pride and passion for Wales.

WARRIOR STRENGTHENS RANKS WITH GUTIÉRREZ

South American star power has been added to Warrior’s growing army of player signings with Argentine international and Newcastle United FC midfielder Jonás Gutiérrez.

Best known for his superhero-inspired goal celebrations, the 29-year-old enjoyed success at Vélez Sarsfield and Real Mallorca before landing at St James’ Park in 2008. Hailed by former coach Diego Maradona as an integral part of the Argentine national side, Gutiérrez made a number of key appearances at the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Now with Warrior, the Magpies stalwart has added a new dimension to his game, dominating the Premier League pitch in Skreamer Pro boots from the brand’s debut football boot line, Skreamer.

“I love the Skreamer Pro; it feels light, fast and gives me added power,” said Gutiérrez.

“I first heard about Warrior when the brand launched into football earlier this year and was always keen to learn more about what it stood for. I respect Warrior’s willingness to change the game’s landscape and the confidence that comes with that. The brand may be new to the sport of football but it’s here for the long haul,” he said.

Gutiérrez’s colourful on-pitch persona was a draw card said Ben Haworth, global sports marketing manager for Warrior Football.

“Not only is Jonás a highly skilled and respected player, he’s equipped with a charisma and exuberance we see as being a great match for Warrior,” he said. “Our players know who they are and aren’t afraid to make themselves known. We’re excited Warrior will now have a presence in the Newcastle United camp with Jonás and we look forward to working with him for seasons to come.”