Dragon Gate USA is excited to be the first promotion to sign an apparel and licensing deal with Masked Republic, which is the first integrated live event, merchandising, and media organization in the United States specializing in the emerging growth market of lucha libre (Mexican wrestling). Visit www.MaskedRepublic.com for more information on this fledgling company.

"We are beyond honored to be working with Dragon Gate USA," Masked Republic Founder/CEO Ruben Zamora said. "I have been a fan of the Dragon Gate promotion for many years now and look forward to helping them expand both public awareness and profitability through a Masked Republic apparel line and other licensing opportunities we hope to bring them. In the 1990s, the lucha libre stye and it's stars revolutionized pro wrestling in the United States. This decade, it has been about the Dragon Gate style and influence. Their wrestlers are truly spectacular."

"This is an exciting opportunity for both DGUSA and Masked Republic," DGUSA VP Gabe Sapolsky said. "Masked Republic brings a lot of interesting possibilities to the table. They also produce some really hip apparel and I can't wait to see what they come up with for DGUSA and our talent roster."

This partnership is just developing now. Look for much more in the future with DGUSA and Masked Republic.