Mossimo, Inc. reported fourth quarter 2005 total net revenues increased to $6.5 million compared to $3.2 million for the same period last year. MOSS reported net earnings of $15,000 for Q4 compared to net earnings of $629,000 for the same period last year
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Under Armour Signs Texas Tech to Football Deal
Under Armour has inked a five-year agreement with Texas Tech University to be the official outfitter of the university's Division 1-A football team. The Texas Tech Red Raiders will be outfitted in Under Armour's performance apparel and footwear.
Fila Partners with Muddy Buddy Race Series
Fila and Land Rover Certified Muddy Buddy, a unique series of trail running and mountain biking races, announced a partnership for the 2006 Land Rover Certified Muddy Buddy Ride and Run Series. Fila is the official footwear and apparel sponsor for the rac
Dick’s Sporting Goods May Be Eyeing Golf Specialty Format
The Pittsburgh Business Times is reporting that Dick's Sporting Goods is testing a new golf specialty store format near its headquarters in Pittsburgh, Penn. The Times cited sources from the planning office in suburban Robinson Township where Dick’s
Ralph Lauren Appoints President of Footwear Division
Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation has announced that Aaron Schwartz will join the Company on April 3 as President of Polo Ralph Lauren Footwear, reporting to Jacki Nemerov, Executive Vice President. Schwartz was most recently Global President and Chief Creati
Asics Takes on Madden and Danskin in Trademark Suit
ASICS America Corporation and ASICS Corporation Japan have filed separate lawsuits in Federal District Court in California against Steve Madden, Ltd. and Danskin, Inc. for trademark infringement, unfair competition, trademark dilution and false advertisin
Weaver to Retire as Pacific Sunwear Executive Chairman
Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. has announced that Greg H. Weaver, the company's Executive Chairman of the Board, will retire effective as of April 1, 2006.
Schutt Sports Appoints President and COO
Schutt Sports has appointed Eric Ashleman as president & COO. Julie Nimmons will continue as CEO. For the last four years, Eric has worked for the Danaher Corporation, first serving as VP of operations for Joslyn Manufacturing in Chicago, IL, as presiden
UVEX Sports Appoints New Winter Division Reps
UVEX Sports, Inc. is expanding the sales team for its winter sports division and has hired Sport One Sales and Ray Dargie to handle increased demand for its innovative goggles, helmets and eyewear and OnGuard Locks. Sport One Sales is a multi-million dol
Meier to Retire as Kohl’s COO; Will Resign Board Seat
Kohl's Corporation has announced that Arlene Meier plans to retire by the end of 2006. Ms. Meier, who has served as the chief operating officer since 2000 joined the company in 1989. Ms. Meier will continue in her current management capacity until a
Warrior Lacrosse Named as Title Sponsor for 2006 World Lacrosse
Warrior Lacrosse will assume title sponsorship of both Team Canada’s men’s field lacrosse team and the 2006 Warrior World Lacrosse Championships in London, Ontario, held from July 13-22. The 2006 Warrior World Lacrosse Championships are hosted every four
adidas Honored as Cannes 2006 Advertiser of the Year
The Organizers of the 53rd Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival have announced that adidas will be awarded the prestigious Advertiser of the Year award, which will be presented to Erich Stamminger, president and CEO of the adidas brand, in hono
Asics Appointed Footwear Supplier for England Hockey
England Hockey has appointed ASICS as the Official Footwear Supplier to England Hockey’s National Teams. The agreement has been signed by Barry Snellgrove, England Hockey Marketing & Communications Director and Ryoji Sekito, Managing Director of ASICS UK.
Sun Capital Acquires Consoltex Shares
Consoltex Inc. announced that its stock has been acquired by an affiliate of Sun Capital Partners, Inc. Sun Capital is a leading private investment firm specializing in leveraged buyouts of market-leading companies.
Russell Corp. Creates New Consolidated Team Sports Group
Russell Corporation will create an integrated Russell/Spalding Team Sports Group that is expected to be one of the largest integrated uniform and equipment providers in the team sports industry. The integration will include consolidating sales, marketing