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 2003 PRO BOWL LOGO RELEASED;
HIGHLIGHTS NFL-HAWAII PARTNERSHIP

 When the NFL returns to Honolulu, Hawaii for the Pro Bowl next February, it will mark the latest chapter in its unique relationship with the Aloha State.

 The 2003 NFL All-Star game will be the 24th consecutive contest played in Hawaii, pairing the greatest stars of America’s favorite sport with one of the premier vacation destinations in the world – and a football hotbed.

 The 2003 Pro Bowl logo captures the link between NFL greatness in the form of the sport’s best players, and the site that has become synonymous with them.

 “The NFL’s best are a constant presence at the Pro Bowl and Hawaii is ingrained in their All-Star experience,” said JIM STEEG, NFL senior vice president of special events.  “This logo reflects the great relationship between the NFL and Hawaii, as well as cultural aspects that immediately identify Hawaii: the surfboard and the palm tree.”

 The Pro Bowl has featured sellout crowds for the past 23 years.  Last February, 50,301 fans were in attendance at Aloha Stadium for the AFC’s exciting 38-30 win over the NFC.  Oakland Raiders quarterback RICH GANNON earned Player of the Game honors, completing 8 of 10 passes for 137 yards and two touchdowns.

 “It is an honor to compete at the Pro Bowl with the game’s greatest players,” Gannon said.  “The experience of being in Hawaii as one of the best in your profession is something I will always remember.”

 Media wishing to access a copy of the new logo should visit www.nflmarks.com.  The username is: media02 and password: 32teams.