Adidas said one of its employees at its headquarters in Herzogenaurach, Germany has tested positive for the coronavirus.
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U.S. Polo Assn. Wins Key Legal Decision In South Africa
The U.S. Polo Assn. brand, through its exclusive Licensee for South Africa, Stable Brands Ltd., on Monday announced another significant legal battle against rival fashion brand LA Group Ltd. in South Africa.
Accell Group’s Sales Advanced 7.9 Percent In 2019
Accell Group N.V., the European bicycle company with brands such as Haibike, Koga, Batavus and Raleigh, reported 2019 revenues rose 7.9 percent.
Ross Stores To Open 100 New Locations In 2020
Ross Stores announced plans to add approximately 100 new stores—75 Ross and 25 dd’s DISCOUNTS locations—during fiscal 2020.
Golf Town, Club de Golf Lévis Announce Three-Year Partnership
Golf Town, Canada’s largest golf retailer, on Monday announced its three-year partnership with Club de Golf Lévis, a semi-private golf course in Lévis, Quebec.
The Colorado Classic Announces 2020 Host Communities
The Colorado Classic on Monday announced the four cities that will host the cycling race this summer—Snowmass Village, Avon, Boulder and Denver. Held August 27-30 and presented by Denver-based VF Corp., the Colorado Classic is North America’s only standalone women’s professional stage race.
In Memorium: Carl’s Golfland Founder Carl Rose
Carl F. Rose, who founded Carl’s Golfland in 1958 and turned it into one of the most successful golf retail and range operations in the country, has passed away.
REI’s CEO Informs Members About Coronavirus Precautions
On Sunday, Eric Artz, REI’s president and CEO, wrote a blog entry addressed to Co-Op members detailing steps the retailer is taking in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
MEC Suspends Gear Rental Program Over Coronavirus Concerns
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) has temporarily paused its company’s rental program as a precautionary measure as confirmed cases of coronavirus continue to increase in Canada.
Wilson, EvoShield And Xenith Join 2020 Rivals Football Camp Series
Wilson, EvoShield and Xenith have joined the 2020 Rivals Camp and Combine Series as official equipment partners, Reigning Champs Experiences (RCX) announced.
Coronavirus Impact On Imports Worse Than Previously Expected
The coronavirus outbreak is expected to have a longer and larger impact on imports at major U.S. retail container ports than previously believed as factory shutdowns and travel restrictions in China continue to affect production, according to the Global Port Tracker report released Monday by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.
Fleet Feet Launches New Retail Concept Shop In Portland
Fleet Feet announced the debut of Fleet Feet Drop Shop, a new retail concept shopping experience in Portland, OR. The concept combines Fleet Feet’s 3D foot scanning technology and personalized outfitting experience with two-day home delivery.
Lacrosse Unlimited Appoints Director Of Institutional Sales
Lacrosse Unlimited announced the continued expansion of the institutional sales and production team with the addition of Kevin Simmons and Rob Rochford in sales and Mitch Mendel in production.
Coronavirus Starts Impacting U.S. Way Of Life
On Sunday, Eric Artz, REI’s president and CEO, became the latest retailer to try to reassure customers it’s safe to shop amid the coronavirus outbreak. A number of sporting and other events have already been canceled due to concerns.
Compass Diversified Holdings To Acquire Marucci Sports
Compass Diversified Holdings on Monday announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Baton Rouge, LA-based baseball equipment and apparel maker Marucci Sports LLC for $200 million.
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