Ashworth, Inc. Fall 2005 Product Lines Enjoy Strong Debut at PGA Merchandise Show.

CARLSBAD, Calif. -- Ashworth, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASHW), a leading designer of golf-inspired lifestyle sportswear and golf apparel, today announced a successful debut of its Fall 2005 Ashworth Women's Collection and Men's Collection at the recent 2005 PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, FL.

The Women's Fall line features additional new items, a slimmer silhouette and a fresh palette of colors, while the Men's line highlights Ashworth's innovative EZ-TECH fabric treatment in a range of pieces engineered for optimal performance and comfort on the course in any climate. Launched in 2002, 100% cotton EZ-TECH fabric treatment resists fading, pilling and shrinking. Making its PGA Merchandise Show debut was the new line of headwear produced by Ashworth's own headwear maker, The Game(R) brand that Ashworth, Inc. acquired in July of 2004.

Jim Dougherty, Ashworth Director of Green Grass Sales, commented, "This particular show was exceptional in that the customers came to do some serious buying. They came by the Ashworth booth not just to look, but to place immediate orders. In fact, during this show, it seemed that we were writing more paper than in any of the shows in the last four years."

Peter Holmberg, Sr. Vice President of Ashworth Green Grass Sales, added, "In my four years with Ashworth sales, I've never seen a trade show for our brand that was this busy or had such a heavily traveled booth. It was very gratifying to keep seeing such excitement around our brand and the innovations that set our products apart. It seems that we may have made the strongest showing of any of the brands on the apparel side."

Customers were treated to the Fall 2005 Women's line, which created a significant buzz among the fashion collections. For women's second and third deliveries, new colors and slimmer-fitting styles were well received, and layering pieces such as sweaters, quilted vests and outerwear drew enthusiastic attention.

In the Men's Collection, Ashworth's innovative EZ-TECH fabric treatment continues to show exceptional strength. In tops, the men's three-ply EZ-TECH polo was very well received, along with the EZ-TECH twill bottom and the new men's washable wool EZ-TECH pant. This year's offerings also include Ashworth EZ-TECH fleece and EZ-TECH shorts, providing options for any temperature range.

Randy Herrel, Chairman and CEO of Ashworth, said, "This was a very enjoyable show from the perspective of management. Not only did our Ashworth products draw favorable reactions in every aspect of our sportswear from design and cut to fabrics and colors, but there was also exceptional response from buyers to our new line of headwear. We take the debut of our headwear lines at the 2005 PGA Merchandise show as evidence that Ashworth promises to be a driving force in the headwear business going forward."

The PGA Merchandise Show is the premier marketplace for golf manufacturers, course management, apparel and other golf related products and services. By providing both attendees and exhibitors with the forum to network and further develop their careers through Educational Conferences, as well as the opportunity to test products first hand through interactive events, The PGA Merchandise Show is unmatched within the industry.

Ashworth, Inc. is a designer of men's and women's golf-inspired lifestyle sportswear distributed domestically and internationally in golf pro shops, resorts, upscale department and specialty stores and to corporate customers. Ashworth products include three main brand extensions. Ashworth CollectionTM is a range of upscale sportswear designed to be worn on and off course. Ashworth Authentics(TM) showcases popular items from the Ashworth line. Ashworth Weather Systems(R) utilizes technology to create a balance between fashion and function in a variety of climatic conditions. Callaway Golf is a trademark of Callaway Golf Company. Ashworth, Inc., 2765 Loker Avenue West, Carlsbad, CA 92008 is an Official Licensee of Callaway Golf Company.

In July 2004, Ashworth, Inc. acquired Gekko Brands, LLC ("Gekko"), a leading designer, producer and distributor of headwear and apparel under The Game(R) and Kudzu(R) brands. This strategic acquisition provides opportunity for additional growth in three new, quality channels of distribution for the Ashworth(R) and Callaway Golf apparel brands as well as further growth from The Game(R) and Kudzu(R) brands' sales into the Company's three current distribution channels. The Game(R) brand products are marketed primarily under licenses to over 1,000 colleges and universities, as well as to the PGA TOUR, resorts, entertainment complexes and sporting goods dealers that serve the high school and college markets. The Game(R) brand is one of the leading headwear brands in the College/Bookstore distribution channel. The Kudzu(R) brand products are sold into the NASCAR/racing markets and through outdoor sports distribution channels, including fishing and hunting.

To learn more, please visit our Web site at www.ashworthinc.com.

This press release contains forward-looking statements related to the Company's market position, finances, operating results, marketing plans and strategies. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. These risks include the timely development and acceptance of new products, as well as strategic alliances, the integration of the Company's recent acquisition, the impact of competitive products and pricing, the success of the Callaway Golf apparel product line, the preliminary nature of bookings information, the ongoing risk of excess or obsolete inventory, potential inadequacy of booked reserves, the timely completion and successful operation of the new distribution facility in Oceanside, CA, and other risks described in Ashworth, Inc.'s SEC reports, including the report on Form 10-K for the year ended October 31, 2003 and Form 10-Q's filed thereafter.