Ashworth, Inc. Signs Ryder Cup Agreement; Two Great Traditions Join Forces Once Again; Ashworth Named Lead Vendor to 2006 Ryder Cup Merchandise Pavilion; Launches Unique Ryder Cup Clothing Line.

CARLSBAD, Calif. -- Ashworth, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASHW), a leading designer of golf-inspired lifestyle sportswear, today announced that it has signed an agreement with Ryder Cup Ltd. to become the Lead Vendor, as well as Official Licensee, at the September 2006 Ryder Cup to be held at the K Club in Ireland. This agreement extends the 14-year relationship between Ashworth, the market leading clothing brand in golf, and The Ryder Cup, the world's most celebrated golf event.

Grahame Jenkins, Managing Director at Ashworth Europe, commented, "We are delighted to be involved with the prestigious Ryder Cup event once again. Ashworth has now had a continuous 14-year relationship with The Ryder Cup on both sides of the Atlantic, and has previously been The Ryder Cup's Lead Vendor at the Belfry in 2002 and at Oakland Hills, Detroit in 2004, "This is the perfect opportunity for Ashworth to showcase our industry-leading products, including our unique Ryder Cup clothing line, to one of the largest golf audiences at one of the most important golf events of 2006."

As part of the Lead Vendor agreement, Ashworth will have the major presence in The 2006 Ryder Cup Merchandising Tent, making it the most prominent apparel company at this year's event. In addition to being named the Ryder Cup's Lead Vendor, Ashworth is also one of a select few companies to hold a License Agreement for the 2006 Ryder Cup. This entitles the Company to manufacture and sell Ryder Cup merchandise in 26 countries across Ashworth's European distribution network.

As part of this agreement, Ashworth has designed a specific Ryder Cup clothing line. The new designs are based on the striking blue and gold colors of the European Union flag, and each garment will feature The Ryder Cup logo. Ashworth's Ryder Cup clothing range will be available throughout Europe, and at the event itself.

In connection with this agreement, Ashworth will also showcase its men's and women's Callaway Golf apparel lines in the 2006 Ryder Cup Merchandising Tent.

In addition to the success in Europe, there exists opportunities within the U.S. for additional sales of Ashworth apparel bearing the official Ryder Cup logo. As a licensed vendor of the Professional Golfers Association of America (PGA of America), Ashworth is entitled to the use of the Ryder Cup Matches name and logo and as such will design, manufacture and distribute Ashworth product through the brand's vast network of accounts. Randall L. Herrel, Chairman and CEO of Ashworth, Inc., commented, "For almost 20 years, Ashworth has had the privilege of being selected as an apparel sponsor for many of golf's major events. Our commitment to the PGA of America has historically been one of reflecting their dedication to quality and excellence in the products we make. The Ryder Cup presents a particularly exciting opportunity for us as it allows the Ashworth team to share in the competitive spirit between the U.S. and Europe equally as we are well represented on both sides of the pond."

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 Collection(TM) 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 new three, quality channels of distribution for the Ashworth(R) and Callaway Golf apparel brands as well as further growth from The Game and Kudzu brands' sales into the Company's three current distribution channels. The Game 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 brand is one of the leading headwear brands in the College/Bookstore distribution channel. The Kudzu brand products are sold into the NASCAR/racing markets and through outdoor sports distribution channels, including fishing and hunting.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements related to the Company's market position, finances, operating results, marketing and business plans and strategies within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, changed circumstances or unanticipated events unless required by law. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. These risks include the identification and evaluation of strategic alternatives, the actual or threatened proxy solicitation by third parties, timely development and acceptance of new products, as well as strategic alliances, the integration of the Company's acquisition of Gekko Brands LLC, 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, the potential inadequacy of booked reserves, the successful operation of the new distribution facility in Oceanside, CA, and other risks described in Ashworth, Inc.'s SEC reports, including the annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended October 31, 2005, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q filed thereafter and amendments to any of the foregoing reports, including the Form 10-K/A for the year ended October 31, 2005.