Pelé Soccer announced the opening of its flagship location in Times Square on November 4, 2019, where fans and players can “shop the beautiful game” in New York City.
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Vans Ambassadors Support Checkerboard Day
Vans is celebrating #VansCheckerboardDay with the launch of a Global Ambassador Charity Auction in partnership with eBay for Charity, featuring a collection of footwear and backpacks designed to inspire creative self-expression.
Foot Locker Opens Registration For ‘Fueling the Future of Footwear’ Master Class
Foot Locker, New Balance and Pensole Footwear Design Academy announced the registration for their January 2020 “Fueling the Future of Footwear” master class and design competition.
NoSweat Inks Military, Government Distribution Partnership With Blind Industries & Services Of Maryland
NoSweat, creator of patented sweat-absorbing, disposable performance liners for hats, helmets, hard hats and visors, will provide NoSweat liners to sectors of the federal government and Maryland state agencies.
Ballogy Partners With Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame
Ballogy Inc., the software company changing the way youth and amateur athletes train and develop for their sports, announced they are teaming with the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame to host 3-Point Shooting Contests at upcoming Hoophall events, a series of match-ups showcasing top Division 1 college basketball teams between November and January.
Tim Boyle To Serve As Acting Chairman Of Columbia Sportswear
Columbia Sportswear Company announced that, in accordance with prior actions by the company’s board of Directors, President and CEO Timothy P. Boyle will serve as acting chairman of the board following the passing of Gert Boyle.
NSGA To Move Locations To Downers Grove
Effective November 11, 2019, the National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) headquarters will be moving to a new location in Downers Grove, a western suburb of Chicago.
Emerald Expositions Posts Q3 Loss On Impairment Charges
Emerald Expositions, which operates more than 55 trade shows including Outdoor Retailer and Surf Expo, reported a loss of $19.7 million in the third quarter as sales slumped 26.7 percent. The quarter included a $26.3 million related to impairment of goodwill and certain intangible assets.
Peloton Doubles Quarterly Revenue
Peloton Interactive Inc., in its first quarterly report since going public, lowered its net loss to $49.8 million in the first quarter compared to a loss of $54.5 million a year ago. Revenues reached $228.0 million in Q1, representing 103 percent year-over-year growth.
OBIT: John Carey, Daiwa Golf And Lynx Golf Passes
John Carey, President of Daiwa Golf and Lynx Golf Passes, passed away in the Los Angeles area at age 89.
Outdoor Leaders Criticize U.S. Withdrawal From Paris Climate Accord
The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) and several of its members released the following statements expressing their concerns with the withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord.
ASTM International Appoints New President Of Safety Equipment Institute
The ASTM International board of directors unanimously voted to name Tim Brooke, ASTM International’s vice president of laboratory service and certification, as the new president and chief operating officer of the Safety Equipment Institute (SEI), an ASTM International affiliate.
Mueller Announces Exclusive Partnership With Pro Orthopedic Devices
Mueller has been appointed the worldwide exclusive distributor of Pro Orthopedic Device Pro Compression Bandage and Scissors products.
Clarus Reduces Guidance On Sierra Weakness, Trade Headwinds
Clarus Corp., the parent of Black Diamond, Sierra, PIEPS, and SKINourishment, reported earnings in the third quarter slid 14.3 percent as sales grew 8 percent. The company reduced its guidance for the year due to weakness at Sierra and headwinds due to the strengthening U.S. dollar and the escalating trade wars.
Dearfoams Launches National TV Ad
Dearfoams, the slipper company and brand of Columbus-based RG Barry Corporation, announced its first national television ad campaign since the 1980s, “Together in Dearfoams.”
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