The new partnership is the latest example of Sony’s further integration in NFL game coverage, which includes sideline photography, broadcast cameras and production, technology that supports officiating, enhancements for in-stadium fan experiences, and more.
Author: SGB Media

Shot Scope Secures $8.5M in Series B Funding, Poised for Global Expansion
Led by Guinness Ventures, which invested $4 million, the company has raised the capital to continue its the company’s global expansion and investment in product development, specialist resources and brand marketing.

EXEC: Sportscape Executes Debt Refinancing
Houlihan Lokey served as the exclusive financing advisor to arrange, structure, and negotiate the debt raise for Sportscape, which closed on 23 July 2024.

Steve Madden Gets Apparel and Accessories Lift in Second Quarter
Second quarter revenue increased18 percent year-over-year and adjusted diluted EPS grew 23 percent compared to the Q2 period in 2023, said to be driven by “exceptional growth” in the accessories and apparel categories.

EXEC: Adidas CEO Sets N.A. Growth Focus on Being More American in America
Adidas Group reported underlying sales in North America increased 2 percent on a currency-neutral basis in Q2r and the region is expected to grow in the second half as well. CEO Bjørn Gulden said the focus has to be on being “more American in America” to further accelerate gains in the region.

Pickleball Kingdom Expanding to Spokane, WA
The new location will be owned and operated by Shane Martin and Mei-Lynne Statler, two passionate advocates for the sport.

Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Names Business Planning Division Manager
Monica Arroyave leads efforts to create, communicate and align Marine Business Unit strategic objectives across the organization. Previously, she worked for Michelin NA as a global sales and marketing executive.

Garmin Beats Q2 Plan with Boost from Fitness and Marine Segments
Garmin sales grew 14 percent in the quarter to $1.51 billion from $1.32 billion a year ago, supported by gains of 28 percent in its Fitness segment and 26 percent at its Marine segment.

Report: U.S. Consumer Confidence Shows Slight Uptick in July
Data released July 30, showed that The Conference Board’s gauge for July increased to 100.3 from a downwardly revised 97.8 in June. Based on consumers’ assessment of today’s business and labor market conditions, The Conference Board’s Present Situation Index declined to 133.6 from 135.3 last month.

EXEC: Big 5 SG Suspends Dividend as Q2 Comps Fall 10 Percent and Losses Widen
Second quarter results were said to be consistent with the retailer’s guidance range, as “customers continue to feel the ongoing and cumulative impact of inflationary pressures on their discretionary spending.”

Skechers Signs WNBA Star Forward Rickea Jackson to Elite Athlete Team
“While Skechers is a new player in the basketball world, their commitment to fit, support, and active collaboration with athletes is clear. The comfort and design of their footwear is truly impressive. I love training in these shoes and I’m eager to see what we can accomplish together.” —

Rocky Brands Trims Q2 Loss as Sales Slip 1.6 Percent
Rocky Brands Inc. reduced its loss in the second quarter ended June 30 with the aid of higher gross margins and lower expenses. Sales in the period were down 1.6 percent, but grew 6.1 percent adjusted for the divestiture of the Servus brand.

TruGolf Links Inks First Regional Development Franchise Deal
The deal with Central New Jersey entrepreneur Nicholas “Nick” Reimondo spans from Bucks County, PA, into Central and Northern New Jersey. The agreement includes the rights to open 40 locations.

PickleRage Hires New VP of Franchise Development
The company added Eric O’Connor to its leadership team as VP of franchise development in an effort to strengthen the brand’s expansion efforts and streamline systems for franchisees.

Report: Wildfires Increasingly Disrupt Camping Plans
With over one hundred wildfires burning across Oregon alone and several air quality advisories issued, officials have closed almost 50 of the state’s most popular hiking and camping sites disrupting the camping and outdoor industries for the foreseeable future.