CORSIER-SUR-VEVEY, Switzerland (April 2) – United World Wrestling today announced it has signed a two-year global supplier agreement with Defense Soap, one the world’s leading manufacturer of natural soaps and other body care products designed for wrestlers and combat athletes.

The partnership comes into effect immediately and continues until the end of 2020.

“Injuries and cuts are part of the sport and the partnership with Defense Soap is another step in the right direction to protecting athletes from infections and educating them,” said Babak Shadgan, chair of United World Wrestling’s medical commission. “We are looking forward to working with Defense Soap and developing a hygiene protocol for wrestlers worldwide.”

Defense Soap not only produces a full line of natural, easy-to-use body care products designed specifically for wrestlers and combat athletes, but also provides educational and clinical information that support total health through the promotion of nutrition, good hygiene, and natural preventatives.

Guy Sako, a former wrestler and founder of Defense Soap, emphasized the importance of education and the collaboration with UWW. “We are excited to partner with United World Wrestling and are dedicated together to educate athletes on the importance of hygiene and providing a product that will prevent and treat skin infections. We believe we can support total health in this sport,” said Sako.

“Defense Soap is a brand for wrestlers, made by wrestlers. Their product is tried and tested with a goal to keep wrestlers infection free and on the mat . United World Wrestling is pleased to work with reputable partner so close to the sport,” added Gordon Templeman, Director of Commercial Operations & Communications department.

Defense Soap can be found online by visiting, www.defensesoap.com