New Merino Apparel Vendor point.6 Launches
A new direct only merino wool apparel company said it launched its website. Point.6, named as a reference to merino's ability to maintain an optimal body temperature of 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, said it utilizes a compact spinning process to remove mo
Flip Flop Shops Rolls Out Franchising Plan
Flip Flop Shops, a new concept focused on footwear and sandals, has launched a nationwide expansion effort to recruit franchisees. With seven U.S. locations open, Flip Flop Shops is calling for 236 stores across the country within five years…
ASR Launches MMA Trade Show
ASR has launched a new sister show, Virtue: Powered by ASR. Virtue, held across the street from ASR at the new Hard Rock Hotel, will feature lifestyle collections inspired from the cultures of mixed martial arts (MMA), freestyle motocross (FMX), tattoo cu
Brown Shoe Names SVP, Finance
Brown Shoe Company, Inc. appointed Dan Karpel senior vice president – finance. Most recently, he served as vice president, controller for Kellwood Co. He will oversee the accounting and financial reporting areas for the organization…
Industry Vendors Post Surprisingly Strong Q1…
Though the weather was dismal for much of the first quarter and retail seemed to suffer from weak traffic and weaker comps, the picture was much brighter for the active sports lifestyle market’s vendor community. Still, the bright spots here are not expe
Goody’s To Close 69 Doors After Entering Chapter 11 Bankruptcy…
Goody’s Family Clothing, Inc. has filed a voluntary petition for reorganization under Chapter 11 in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. The company said it intends to execute a comprehensive corporate restructuring plan, while
Foot Locker Execs Offer Expanded Transparency on U.S. Business…
At its investor conference last week, Foot Locker Inc. execs spelled out a plan to reinvigorate its product mix by bringing in more trend-right, exclusive and limited-edition merchandise from its key vendors, while expecting a spark from a host of newer v
Forzani Posts Q1 Loss; Comps Drop 5.2%
The Forzani Group Ltd. reported a loss of $2.9 million (U.S. $2.8 million), or 9 cents a share, in the first quarter against earnings of CA $739,000 (U.S.$724,000), or 2 cents, a year ago. The loss included a loss from the operation of Athletes World, of
High Sierra Names new VP of International Sales
Bag and luggage maker High Sierra Sport Companyhas hired Jorge Garces as Vice President of International Sales. Garces has worked at JanSport, Marketing Associate International, Johnson Outdoor Incorporated, Lennox Industries Inc. and The Coleman Company.
High Sierra Names Pres./International Sales
High Sierra Sport Company, a manufacturer of bags and luggage, announced the appointment of Jorge Garces as Vice President of International Sales. Garces will be responsible for implementing sales and marketing strategies for European, Latin American, Asi
Goody’s Family Clothing Files Chapter 11, To Close 69 Doors
Goody’s Family Clothing, Inc. has filed a voluntary petition for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. As part of the reorganization process, the retailer w
New Balance Supports Special Olympics
The New Balance Foundation said it is supporting the Special Olympics Massachusetts with a gift of $100,000. The New Balance Foundation said its gift “will be used to support the athletic training and competition activities for all Special Olympics Massac
Japan Lets Swimmers Wear Speedo
Japanese officials agreed to permit its swimmers to wear Speedo's controversial LZR bodysuit at August's Beijing Games. The Japan Swimming Federation (JSF) had until now required its swimmers in the Beijing Olympics and world championships to we
Organized Sports Participation Slides Among Canadian Youth
A smaller percentage of Canadian children participated regularly in organized sports activities in 2005 than in 1992, and the decline was larger for boys, according to a new study. The study found that participation in sports rose with household incomes a
Mizuno Opens New Distribution Center
Mizuno USA, Inc. has opened a new 300,000 square foot distribution center at the Hamilton Mill Business Center in Buford, GA to support the company’s continued growth and to meet future market demands. The new Distribution Center will also lead to improv
