Crocs Inc. announced the official opening of its new distribution center in Dayton, OH. The new 550,000 square foot facility will serve as the distribution center for the company’s operations in the United States and Canada.
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Nike Signs Amanda Anisimova
Nike signed Amanda Anisimova, the American tennis player, to an endorsement contract that may be among the largest ever signed by a teenager, according to the New York Post.
Jackson Adventures Consolidates Multiple Outdoor Brands
Jackson Adventures is now the main corporate brand representing Jackson Kayak, Orion Coolers, Orion Kennels and Blue Sky Boatworks. The consolidation is aimed at simplifying 10 years of new product entries, four separate brand infrastructures and the beginning of new offerings from all divisions.
Firearms Background Checks Climb Again In October
Firearms background checks, as adjusted by the NSSF, reached 1,105,335 in October against 1,005,062 in October 2018, a gain of 10.0 percent.

Danner Opens New Store In Seattle
Danner opened its sixth and latest retail store at 1524 First Avenue downtown Seattle, WA.
Bogs Sales Climb 12 Percent In Q3
Weyco Group reported sales for the Bogs outdoor footwear brand grew 12 percent in the third quarter. Overall sales gained 5 percent as gains at Bogs and Florsheim offset declines at Stacy Adams and Nunn Bush.

Adidas Partners With International Space Station
Adidas announced its multi-year partnership with the International Space Station (ISS) U.S. National Laboratory, managed by the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space – CASIS, to explore the boundaries of product innovation, human performance and sustainability.
The National Lacrosse League Renews Partnership With Under Armour
The National Lacrosse League (NLL) has renewed its partnership with Team 22, the exclusive manufacturer of Under Armour Lacrosse equipment. Team 22 will continue to distribute lacrosse equipment to NLL players.
Mizuno Partners With The Australian Paralympic Team For Tokyo 2020
Mizuno has been named as the ‘Official sport shoe supplier of the 2020 Australian Paralympic Team’. This partnership is a first for the brand in Australia and will see them fit out over 400 athletes and staff with their uniform shoe.
HitTrax And Amanda Chidester Join Forces Through 2020 Olympics
HitTrax, the system for baseball and softball training and entertainment, signed reigning NPF Offensive Player of the Year, Amanda Chidester (‘Chiddy’), as an ambassador.
Pelé Soccer Opens Flagship In Times Square
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.
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.