November 1, 2005, San Diego, Ca. - At the October 2005 Triathlon World Championship in Kona Hawaii, for the first time ever, fans and athletes alike were able to receive exclusive behind-the-scenes coverage, delivered seamlessly to their mobile phones, thanks to an inventive messaging service from WiggleWireless called the "Kona Buzz".
As 1,800 triathletes prepared for and participated in the premier racing event, WiggleWireless gave a backstage pass to fans everywhere. People who signed up for Kona Buzz received mobile messages from WiggleWireless sharing the inside stories of what really went on behind the scenes at Kona leading up-to, during and after the prestigious event.
Ironman insiders, Paul Huddle, Chris Legh, Wendy Ingraham, Carri Bennet and WiggleWireless were flies-on-the-wall at the race, delivering up-to-the-minute gossip and all the verve to people everywhere via their mobile phones. Messages included participant updates, personal stories, unique personalities, quirky pre-race rituals and many other interesting details that make Kona one of the most fascinating races in the world.
"The Kona Buzz let fans in on the action with first-hand stories from their favorite athletes," said Jeff Pokonosky, president and founder of WiggleWireless. "Users can self-select the information they want to receive and remain connected to the athletes and news they care about, from anywhere."
WiggleWireless delivers relevant, self selected information directly to mobile phone users, wherever they are. Utilizing the most convenient and ubiquitous device known to man, WiggleWireless gives users the freedom to step away from the traditional information sources that tie them down. Users select the information they want to receive and WiggleWireless delivers it as soon as it's available, conveniently to their mobile phones. Based in San Diego, WiggleWireless was founded in 2002 by Jeff Pokonosky. For more information, visit WiggleWireless on the web at www.wigglewireless.com.
