According to the latest U.S. Trends in Team Sports Report published by SFIA, 15 of 24 teams sports grew in core participation. At the same time, traditional team sports such as football, baseball, and basketball saw declines…
Year: 2014
Genesco Posts Slight Holiday Comp Gain
Genesco Inc. said last week that based on quarter-to-date results and current trends, its adjusted EPS for the fiscal year are expected to come in at the lower end of a range provided on Dec. 6…
Tilly’s Holiday Meets Plan
Tilly’s, Inc., the action sports chain, reported that based on the results for the holiday period, it now expects fourth quarter results to be in the mid range of its previously communicated outlook for both comparable store sales and earnings…
J.C. Penney Closing 33 Stores
Struggling department-store operator J.C. Penney announced it will cut 2,000 jobs and close 33 stores as it tries to get back on the path to profitability…
Pacific Sunwear Sees Q4 Loss
Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. said that due to weak December sales, it expects to show a loss of 21 to 18 cents a share in its fourth quarter. After adjusting for the 53rd week retail calendar shift, that compares to a loss of 20 cents a share in th
Nautilus’ Q4 Revenues Jump 19 Percent
Nautilus, Inc. said it expects to report net sales of approximately $77.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2013, an increase of 18.5 percent over the prior year. Earnings from continuing operations are estimated to be in the range of 29 to 31 cents a sha
Gun and Ammo Boom Overshadows Growth of Cabela’s Branded Merchandise
With signs that an 18-month boom in gun and ammo sales is tapering off, Cabela’s CEO Tommy Millner sought to draw analysts’ attention to growing sales of Cabela’s branded gear, which will reach…
Winter Trails Day 2014 Draws Strong Turnout
The 19th annual Winter Trails Day experienced a strong turnout at recurring locations. With good early snow in many locations and pent up demand from two previous weak winters, snow sport newcomers…
Polygiene Partners with Cotton Incorporated
Cotton Inc. is offering an enhanced version of its TransDry moisture management technology that also inhibits growth of ordor causing bacteria using Bluesign-approved chemicals made by the company Polygiene…
NRS Now Fully Employee Owned
NRS, the manufacturer of rugged paddling gear and high-performance inflatable watercrafts, announced that, as of 2014, the company is 100-percent employee owned. NRS associates have assumed full ownership of the company after purchasing all outstanding st
Blundstone Expands its Market Focus in the U.S.
Blundstone, the original Chelsea boot since 1870 from Tasmania, Australia, is expanding its brand presence and commitment to the U.S. market with a brand relaunch in 2014…
JC Penney Closing 33 Stores, Cutting 2,000 Jobs
J. C. Penney Company, Inc. will close 33 underperforming stores across the country in order to focus its resources on the company's highest potential growth opportunities…
2XU Signs Pro Triathlete and Olympic Medalist
2XU, the compression and triathlon apparel brand, added professional athlete and Olympic medalist Bevan Docherty to its roster of brand ambassadors…
Petzl America Appoints Technical Institute Manager
Petzl America appointed Oliver McLeod to the new Petzl Technical Institute Manager position…
Under Armour to Sponsor Naval Academy Athletic Association
The Naval Academy Athletic Association and Under Armour, Inc. announced a new multiyear partnership that designates Under Armour as the official outfitter of their varsity intercollegiate athletic programs…
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