Mossy Oak announced that J Scott Judy is their 2018 ProStaffer of the Year. Mossy Oak’s winner is chosen from nearly 1,000 ProStaff members.
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Fila Extends Sponsorship Of The BNP Paribas Open
Fila has extended its Premier Sponsorship agreement with the BNP Paribas Open, the largest ATP Tour and WTA combined two-week event in the world.
Unifi Asia Pacific (Hong Kong) Co. Ltd., Kipas Mensucat Isletmeleri A.S. Enter Into Strategic Agreement
Unifi Asia Pacific (Hong Kong) Co. Ltd. (UAP) announced Tuesday that it has entered into a strategic commercial agreement with Kipas Mensucat Isletmeleri A.S. (KIPAS) for the supply of REPREVE staple fibers into the Republic of Turkey. UAP and KIPAS will leverage the supply infrastructure in Turkey to provide quality, service, speed-to-market and REPREVE-based staple fiber offerings to fabric mills as well as brand and retail partners.
Gladiator Lacrosse Acquires All Ball Pro
Gladiator Lacrosse LLC announced the acquisition of St. Louis-based All Ball Pro, which currently manufactures and distributes commercial-grade and professional-grade rebounders for lacrosse and a variety of other sports.
Under Armour To Continue Lindsey Vonn Sponsorship Post-Retirement
Under Armour plans to continue its sponsorship of Lindsey Vonn after her retirement. On Friday, the legendary skier announced she planned to retire after the World Championships this week in Sweden.
Former Cabela’s Employees Launch Highby Outdoors
A number of former Cabela’s employees, led by Matt Highby, have officially launched Highby Outdoors, an e-commerce site focusing on outdoor gear.
Stage Stores Appoints EVP And CFO
Stage Stores Inc. announced the promotion of Jason Curtis to executive vice president, chief financial officer and treasurer.
Outdoor Voices Names Pamela Catlett As President And Chief Operating Officer
Outdoor Voices, the cult women’s activewear brand, announced the appointment of Pamela Catlett, a f former Nike and Under Armour executive, as president and chief operating officer.
Genesco Completes The Sale Of Lids Sports Group To FanzzLids Holdings
Genesco Inc. announced that the company has completed the sale of its Lids Sports Group to FanzzLids Holdings for $101 million.
5 Takeaways From Outdoor Retailer Snow Show
Bolstered by great snowfall across much of the country and upbeat sales numbers across most product categories, the snow sports industry seemed especially buoyant at last week’s Outdoor Retailer Snow Show in Denver, CO, the second since OR bought the event from Snowsports Industries America in 2017. Here are five business takeaways from the show.
Delta Apparel’S Q1 Hit By Sports Authority Litigation Charge
Delta Apparel Inc. took a $2.5 million charge in the first quarter ended December 29 in connection with the resolution of litigation stemming from The Sports Authority’s March 2016 bankruptcy. Earnings grew strongly excluding the charge as sales advanced 12.5 percent.
Winchester’s Revenues Drop 12 Percent In Q4
Olin Corp. reported Winchester’s sales for the fourth quarter 2018 were $145.5 million compared to $165.4 million in the fourth quarter 2017.
Unifi Lowers FY Guidance On Pricing Pressures
Unifi Inc. reported an operating loss in its second quarter ended December 30 and lowered its guidance for its fiscal year. The fibers specialist placed the blame on a spike in raw material costs, suppressed demand in the Americas and a weaker sales mix.
Adidas Pulls Sneaker Dedicated To Black History Month After Backlash
Adidas announced it was pulling a shoe from its Black History Month lineup following social media uproar.
Tiger Group Submits Winning Bid For Advanced Sports Enterprises
A group of four companies, called Tiger Group, submitted the winning bid in bankruptcy court to acquire the assets of Advanced Sports Enterprises (ASE), the parent of Performance Bicycle and cycling brands including Fuji, SE Bikes, Kestrel and Breezer.
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