Dick’s To Open Second New York City Store
Dick’s Sporting Goods is planning to open a new location in Forest Hills in March.
2017 SIMA Awards Nominees Announced
In its fourteenth year, the SIMA Awards is the only awards program that gives the surf industry the opportunity to recognize their peers for their outstanding contributions to the industry.
Shawne Merriman Sues Under Armour For Trademark Infringement
Former NFL star and current businessman Shawne Merriman and his company, Lights Out Holdings, LLC, sued Under Armour for trademark infringement over the use of the “Lights Out” name.
Ugg Sponsors the 2017 Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Ugg will welcome over 90,000 people to its hometown of Santa Barbara, California this week as the presenting sponsor of the 32nd annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF).
Luke’s Locker Looks To Rebound In Bankruptcy Court
The company plans to reorganize in the near term around three locations in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Company president Matt Lucas vowed to reestablish the Luke’s Locker franchise to support the North Texas running community.
Nike And Brooks Pace Luke’s Locker’s Unsecured Creditors List
Brooks, Nike, Asics and Saucony were among those left with the largest unpaid bills in the bankruptcy case of Luke’s Locker.
Luke’s Locker Lands In Bankruptcy Court
Luke’s Locker, the run specialty chain based in Plano, TX, has filed for bankruptcy, blaming heightened online competition. The filing comes less than a week after it closed five of its eight stores.
Puma Signs Seven New Jamaica Athletes
All seven will compete in the upcoming World Championships in London, which will also include Usain Bolt.
Titans of Mavericks Files For Bankruptcy
The surfing event organizer and lifestyle brand is seeking a buyer.
Golf Rounds Tumble In December
Golf rounds played were down 11.5 percent in December with the biggest declines coming from East North Central, Mid-Atlantic, New England and West North Central.
New Balance And John Hancock Partner Around Residences
New Balance and John Hancock Financial have joined together to develop The Residences at Boston Landing, a 17-story, 295-unit luxury apartment high-rise currently under construction near the New Balance global headquarters.
Converse Updates Essentials Collection
New for spring 2017 is a short-sleeve crewneck and shorts for men. In addition, the brand is offering new seasonal colorways for both men and women.
Asics Launches Social Running Initiative
Launching in six major cities globally in 2017, each SMSB chapter aims to bring together fitness enthusiasts and influencers, representing a wide range of backgrounds, including photographers, yoga instructors, designers and runners.
Adidas Issues Response To President Trump’s Travel Ban
Adidas’ statement reads in part, “We at Adidas are proud to bring this positive power of sport to life every day at work and we cherish the diverse, international workforce we have around the globe.”
Under Armour’s Growth Stalls
Hurt by heightened price competition on its basic technical apparel as well as admitted shortcomings in its more fashion-oriented offerings, Under Armour reported fourth-quarter results that came in short of Wall Street targets and provided a bleak outlook for 2017.
