St. Louis, MO – Former St. Louis Rams Running Back and newly elected member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Marshall Faulk is coming out with his very own cereal. Faulk Flakes is a frosted corn flakes cereal packaged in a 14 oz limited edition collector’s box commemorating Marshall’s Hall of Fame career. The box features artwork done by noted St. Louis artist Lisa Ober.
Fans can purchase the cereal at St. Louis area Shop ‘n Save stores or they can order the highly collectible boxes online at www.plbsports.com. The sale of the cereal will benefit The Marshall Faulk Foundation. To date, the Marshall Faulk Foundation has provided more than $1,000,000 in financial assistance and hands-on involvement to programs in St. Louis, Indianapolis, New Orleans, and Southern California.
After a stellar collegiate career at San Diego State, Marshall began his Hall of Fame career with the Indianapolis Colts. He earned three trips to the Pro Bowl while with the Colts (1994, 1995, 1998). In 1999, Marshall joined the St. Louis Rams and made an immediate impact with the team. He was a part of what became known as “The Greatest Show on Turf.” Marshall and his teammates earned that nickname by winning Super Bowl XXXIV against the Tennessee Titans. Marshall currently ranks 10th on the all-time rushing list with 12,279 yards and 7th in rushing touchdowns with 100.
ABOUT THE MARSHALL FAULK FOUNDATION:
The Marshall Faulk Foundation dedicated to improving the quality of life for our youth by increasing opportunities for them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. By building corporate partnerships within the community, we are able to provide financial assistance to projects primarily on sports development and education. Through our efforts we are able to touch the lives of children in positive ways, encouraging them to become the leaders of tomorrow. For more information on The Marshall Faulk Foundation, please visit www.marshallfaulk.com.
ABOUT 8NINE AGENCY:
8NINE Agency provides philanthropy based Player Development, Business Development, Personal Development & Philanthropy. Created in 2010 by Marshall Faulk & partner, they use Faulk’s model of success both on and off the field, and programs such as The Be Legendary Project and their Athlete Ambassador Academy to provide development, management & support for their clients and community projects. More information is available atwww.8NINEAgency.com.
ABOUT PLB SPORTS:
PLB Sports, based in Pittsburgh, PA, was established in 1996 as the premier food marketing company that specializes in combining high profile athletes with unique and superior quality product lines. The company, founded by Ty Ballou, is the largest food company dedicated to the creation and successful introduction of food products featuring athletes from all sports. For more information on PLB Sports, please visit www.plbsports.com.
ABOUT KOEBERLE & ASSOCIATES:
Koeberle &Associates, Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based sports & entertainment marketing agency. The company assists its clients in building their brands thru strategic alliances with sports and entertainment marketing platforms. The agency also matches high profile athletes and celebrities with its clients for a variety of events, endorsements, promotions and personal appearances. For more information please visit www.kasports.com.
