Point6 To Supply Socks for First Ascent Line
Point6, designer and manufacturer of premium merino wool performance socks, has inked an exclusive partnership to provide Eddie Bauer with socks for its First Ascent line beginning in September 2010…
New York Giants Partners with TeamFanShop
TeamFanShop is partnering with the New York Giants to deliver e-commerce and marketing solutions to reach the global fan base of the Giants…
Study: World Cup Sponsorship Shows Mixed Results
Adidas was the second most widely-named brand as a World Cup sponsor, both before and after the event, according to a new study with Survey Sampling International's (SSI). Coca Cola was first…
China Labor Shortages May Impact Fall Sporting Goods Deliveries
Of all the challenges facing the U.S. sporting goods industry in 2010, one would hardly think labor shortages in China would top the list but whether it comes to making golf clubs, toning shoes or hiking boots, the topic is dominating earnings calls and b
Adidas To Surpass Q2 Estimates
Adidas Group released preliminary results indicating that second quarter results would be “materially above market expectations.” Earnings reached €126 million ($159 mm), well above the €9 million earned in the year-ago period…
Jarden Forecasts Double Digit Q2 Sales Growth
Jarden Corp. expects strong organic sales—at all its operating segments and and including a recent acquisition—to increase second quarter sales by nearly 20% to approximately $1.52 billion…
SGMA Study: Nearly 80% of Americans Are Active
While more than 50% of all Americans are considered 'frequent' sports participants, 12% are classified as 'regular' sports participants and 15% are active on a 'casual' basis…
Pheasants Forever’s Vincent Appointed to Wildlife and Hunting Heritage Conservation Council
Howard K. Vincent, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever National President and CEO, has been appointed to the new 18-member Wildlife and Hunting Heritage Conservation Council…
RECALL: Brine Lacrosse Gloves
Brine Inc. announced the the voluntary recall of about 7,000 youth and adult Brine VIP lacrosse gloves. Screen printing ink used on the silver triad logo on the back of the glove contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard
Puma Set to Launch Project Pink Initiative
On the heels of the biggest soccer event in the world, sportlifestyle brand Puma is set to launch a new initiative that links women’s soccer with a well-deserving cause: Puma’s Project Pink will strive to raise awareness —and funds — in suppor
Sears Becomes 1st Major Retailer to Join AFIRM
AFIRM, the fitness trade group, announced that Sears has become the first retailer to join the association. Sears is the nation's largest retailer of fitness equipment, and the exclusive retailer of NordicTrack equipment in the U.S…
Warnaco Taps Former VF Exec to Head Swimwear Business
The Warnaco Group, Inc. appointed James B. Gerson, former president of V.F. Corp's Reef business, as president of its Swimwear division. …
Big City Mountaineers Adds Board Members
Big City Mountaineers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization a mission to “enhance the lives of under-resourced urban teens through transformative outdoor experiences,” has added three new members to its board of directors…
Fish Habitat Benefits From More Than $3 Million in Funding
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will provide more than $3.3 million to support 68 fish habitat projects in 36 states across the nation under the National Fish Habitat Action Plan (NFHAP), according to a recent release…
New Balance Concept Store Opens in Dedham
New Balance opened its new concept store in Dedham, MA. The Dedham store will showcase a new design concept that highlights New Balance’s performance and technology brand story…
