Dick’s Q4 Tops Guidance
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. reported first-quarter earnings on an adjusted basis grew 17 percent, ahead of Wall Street analysts, as same-store sales rose 5 percent. The nation’s largest sporting goods chain also forecast double-digit earnings gains in its initial forecast for 2017, although it’s targeting flattish first quarter profits.
Adidas Signs Jabrill Peppers
The 2016 Heisman Trophy finalist was awarded the 2016 Nagurski-Woodson Defensive Player of the Year, Butkus-Fitzgerald Linebacker of the Year and was a unanimous All-American.
Report: Gordmans Preparing For Bankruptcy
Gordmans, the Midwestern department-store chain with 106 stores, is preparing to file for bankruptcy relief under Chapter 11, sources told Bloomberg.
Soccerloco Now Official Advisory Board Member Of San Diego Sport Innovators
San Diego Sport Innovators (SDSI) is a non-profit focused on establishing San Diego as a destination for sports and active lifestyle (SAL) businesses.
Adidas, Euroleague Basketball Extend And Amplify Partnership
The extension expands Adidas sponsorship to the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague, the 7DAYS EuroCup and the Euroleague Basketball Adidas Next Generation Tournament.
Columbia Names Mountain Hardwear Brand President
Joe Vernachio most recently served as global vice president of product and operations at The North Face.
Hoka Partners With RunVermont
RunVermont said Hoka One One will become the “Official Shoe” of the People’s United Bank Vermont City Marathon and all RunVermont events.
Assos Partners With Amgen Tour Of California
The Switzerland-based cycling apparel brand will provide official race jerseys and staff uniforms for the annual professional cycling events.
Under Armour Becomes Title Sponsor Of Vancouver Eastside 10k
Canada Running Series announced Under Armour as the new title sponsor of the Eastside 10k race.
RYU Apparel Sponsors 2017 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition
RYU Apparel Inc. was selected as the sole athletic apparel brand presented to every 2017 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model after their photo shoot for use in their fitness, training and rest and recovery.
OIA Pens Letter To New Commerce Secretary
OIA’s Executive Director Amy Roberts sent a letter to Secretary Ross congratulating him on his confirmation and outlining the priorities of the outdoor industry’s trade agenda.
Aventura Clothing Partners With Uncommon Threads
As part of the partnership, Aventura will be donating new clothing quarterly that gives women the opportunity to be outfitted to raise self-confidence and feel empowered in their daily lives.
Pearl Izumi Welcomes New President
Chris Sword will replace Mike O’Connor, who served as president before retiring in December 2016.
Aisle Talk, Week Of February 27
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
Sequential Brands Lowers Outlook On Department Store Woes
While many of its active brands performed well in the fourth quarter and are poised for a strong year in 2017, Sequential Brands Groups lowered its guidance for 2017 due in large part to weakness in the department store channel.
