5.11 Tactical announced its partnership with Spartan, the largest obstacle race and endurance brand in the world. 5.11 is the Official Tactical Gear Partner of the 2019 Spartan Honor Series.
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North Castle Partners Invests In CR Fitness
North Castle Partners announced its new strategic partnership with CR Fitness, a leading franchisee group in the Crunch Fitness network in the Southeastern United States.
Ecoxgear Hires Strategic Rep Agencies
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OIA’s Amy Roberts To Join The North Face
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Acushnet Acquires KJUS
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Misfits Gaming Partners With Outerstuff For Esports Apparel Venture
Misfits Gaming has teamed up with Outerstuff LLC, a leading manufacturer of licensed youth sports apparel, to launch a global esports apparel joint venture.
Adidas And Under Armour Recognized At ESPN’s Sports Humanitarian Awards
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Under Armour Partners With North Florida
The University of North Florida, based in Jacksonville, FL and UNF Athletics have entered into a new partnership agreement with Under Armour Inc.
Deloitte: Back-To-School Spending Expected To Show Modest Gain
According to Deloitte’s annual “Back-to-School Survey,” back-to-school spending is expected to increase 1.8 percent to $27.8 billion, averaging $519 per student in households buying clothing, supplies, computers, and electronics for children in grades K to 12.
Xenith To Present National Champions Of Women’s Football Alliance With Equipment Grant
The Women’s Football Alliance (WFA) announced that Xenith, the official equipment provider of the WFA, will award the WFA National Champions with a special grant towards equipment for the three winning teams. This will mark the largest grant ever to be given to a women’s football league.
Sergio Tacchini Announces New Ownership
Sergio Tacchini, the sportswear brand founded in 1966 by Italian tennis player Sergio Tacchini, announced new ownership of its brand assets led by entrepreneur Stefano Maroni, Twin Lakes Capital LLC and B. Riley Principal Investments LLC, a subsidiary of B. Riley Financial Inc.
Tender Corp. Acquires Counter Assault
Tender Corporation announced the acquisition of Bushwacker Backpack & Supply, maker of the popular Counter Assault brand of personal-defense products, including the leading bear spray and tools for law enforcement and self-defense.
Wahoo Acquires The Sufferfest
Wahoo, a leader in connected fitness devices, announced its intention to acquire The Sufferfest, the training platform for cyclists, triathletes and other endurance athletes.