{"id":90300,"date":"2024-07-01T11:54:25","date_gmt":"2024-07-01T19:54:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zennioptical.com\/blog\/?p=90300"},"modified":"2025-02-01T07:17:03","modified_gmt":"2025-02-01T15:17:03","slug":"zenni-optical-partners-with-usa-volleyball-and-2024-olympic-beach-volleyball-team-members-taryn-kloth-and-kristen-nuss-tkn-to-launch-brand-new-sports-performance-eyewear","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/zenni-optical-partners-with-usa-volleyball-and-2024-olympic-beach-volleyball-team-members-taryn-kloth-and-kristen-nuss-tkn-to-launch-brand-new-sports-performance-eyewear\/","title":{"rendered":"Zenni Optical Partners with USA Volleyball and 2024 Olympic Beach Volleyball Team Members, Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss (TKN) To Launch Brand New Sports Performance Eyewear"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><u><a href=\"\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" aria-label=\"Visit Zenni Optical Page\">Zenni Optical<\/a><\/u>, the world\u2019s leading online eyewear retailer, today announced a new partnership with\u00a0USA\u00a0Volleyball (USAV) and with 2024 U.S. Olympic Beach Volleyball Team members,\u00a0Taryn Kloth\u00a0and\u00a0Kristen Nuss\u00a0(known collectively as \u201cTKN\u201d) as its latest ambassadors to launch an innovative line of\u00a0<u><a href=\"\/sports-performance-sunglasses\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" aria-label=\"Visit Sports Performance Sunglasses Page\">Sports Performance Sunglasses<\/a><\/u>. Crafted to meet the rigorous demands of elite athletes like Kloth and Nuss, who will be showcasing them in\u00a0Paris this summer, the collection also adapts to meet the needs of everyday athletes.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-90301\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zennioptical.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-01-at-3.54.04%E2%80%AFPM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1628\" height=\"1084\"><\/p>\n<p>Zenni Optical is now an Official Partner of\u00a0USA\u00a0Volleyball, as the organization\u2019s official eyewear brand, and is committed to elevating athletes\u2019 performance with cutting-edge eyewear technologies tailored to their unique needs on the court and in the sand.<\/p>\n<p>As Zenni\u2019s newest brand ambassadors,\u00a0Taryn Kloth\u00a0and\u00a0Kristen Nuss\u00a0bring unmatched expertise and experience to the partnership. Ranked No. 2 worldwide and winners of four international titles, Kloth and Nuss, based in Baton Rouge, are\u00a0<i>\u201crewriting the script\u201d<\/i>\u00a0in beach volleyball. Their invaluable insights influenced the design and development of the Sports Performance Collection, ensuring it meets elite athlete standards. Designed specifically for sports enthusiasts, these sunglasses ensure optimal vision and protection during intense gameplay.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs a beach volleyball athlete, my vision is crucial to our success, so making sure my eyes are always protected on the court is very important. I quite frankly could not play this sport without proper sunglasses,\u201d said\u00a0Kristen Nuss. \u201cI love this collection, especially the one lens that offers a seamless 180-degree view. They optimize my vision, allowing me to stay focused and fully immersed in the game.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Kloth echoed Nuss\u2019s sentiments, emphasizing the importance of eyewear in their sport.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe have very little gear that enters the competition field with us. Glasses are one of the biggest and most important pieces of equipment,\u201d said\u00a0Taryn Kloth. \u201cZenni has been such an amazing partner, always listening and incorporating our feedback to make the best product possible. Their commitment to excellence and athlete satisfaction is unmatched, and we\u2019re beyond excited to share these sunglasses with the world!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cUSA\u00a0Volleyball is equally excited to begin this new partnership with Zenni Optical\u201d said\u00a0Jamie Davis, USAV president and CEO. \u201cWe strive to provide our athletes with the best possible tools to achieve competitive excellence and I am sure that the utilization of Zenni sunglasses on the court will provide our Olympians with a technological and stylish advantage\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><b>About the New Sports Performance Sunglasses:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The collection, which includes 12 unisex styles, features advanced technologies and materials to meet the rigorous demands of high-impact sports including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>ApexRacer Pro:\u00a0<\/b>Lightweight, impact-resistant, 100% UVA\/UVB protected polycarbonate lenses with prescription-ready curved design for full vision and eye protection. Ideal for athletes prioritizing full and optimal vision.<\/li>\n<li><b>Polycarbonate Impact-Resistant Lenses:\u00a0<\/b>Offer increased safety in physically demanding sports.<\/li>\n<li><b>Polarized Lenses:<\/b>\u00a0Minimize glare from reflective surfaces, enhancing contrast and visibility during outdoor activities.<\/li>\n<li><b>Rubberized Temple Tips and Nose Bridges:<\/b>\u00a0Provide optimal slip resistance by becoming tacky when the wearer sweats, ensuring the sunglasses stay securely in place.<\/li>\n<li><b>High Wrap Frame Front:\u00a0<\/b>Ensures a secure fit, 360-degree protection from sun and glare and full peripheral vision.<\/li>\n<li><b>Lightweight and Durable Frames:\u00a0<\/b>Constructed from durable TR-90 or Polycarbonate for long-lasting comfort and performance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cWorking with Taryn, Kristen, and\u00a0USA\u00a0Volleyball was a strategic decision and we couldn\u2019t be more thrilled with our partnership,\u201d said\u00a0Veronica Alcaro, VP Brand of Zenni. \u201cTheir excitement and support for our new performance line was critically important for us. We deeply value working with athletes who not only excel in their sport but who share our commitment to excellence and integrity. We\u2019re cheering them on every step of the way and can\u2019t wait to see what they accomplish next in\u00a0Paris!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Sports Performance Collection, available exclusively on\u00a0<a href=\"\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" aria-label=\"Visit Zenni.com Page\">Zenni.com<\/a>, features frames priced between $29.95 and $49.95 offering a more affordable alternative to many higher-priced competitors.<\/p>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/news-releases\/zenni-optical-partners-with-usa-volleyball-and-2024-olympic-beach-volleyball-team-members-taryn-kloth-and-kristen-nuss-tkn-to-launch-brand-new-sports-performance-eyewear-302186840.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Visit PR Newswire Page (opens in new tab)\">PR Newswire<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":null,"protected":false},"author":109,"featured_media":90301,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[158],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-90300","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-press-room"],"acf":[],"contentshake_article_id":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/90300","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/109"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=90300"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/90300\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":93345,"href":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/90300\/revisions\/93345"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/90301"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=90300"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=90300"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=90300"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}