Easton said it has formed partnerships with over 89 college baseball programs across the country, including 50 Division I NCAA and 11 programs in the pre-season top 25 rankings.
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NSGA’s Larry Weindruch Retires, Celebrating 33 Years Of Service
The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) announced that Director of Public Affairs Larry Weindruch, CAE is retiring effective March 1.
NSSF Partners To Launch Gun Safety Videos For Children
The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) has partnered with the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) to produce two new firearms safety videos starring McGruff The Crime Dog and his nephew Scruff to help teach young children how to react should they see an unsecured firearm.
Cascade Maverik Renews University Sponsorships
Cascade Maverik Lacrosse, the maker of head protection and lacrosse equipment, renewed long-term partnerships with Penn State University, University of Michigan, Villanova University and Fairfield University men’s lacrosse teams.
Anta Sports Delivers Another Year Of Double-Digit Growth
Anta Sports, which has reached an agreement to acquire Amer Sports, reported another year of significant sales and earnings gains in 2018. Sales jumped 44.4 percent and earnings climbed 42.9 percent.
Macy’s Earnings Top Guidance, To Cut 100 Jobs In Restructuring
Macy’s Inc. reported earnings on an adjusted basis dipped slightly in the fourth quarter but came ahead of updated guidance provided in early January. Macy’s also announced a restructuring plan that will will but 100 vice-president level or above roles, “to increase the speed of decision making.”
Foot Locker Announces Strategic Partnership Children’s Apparel Start-Up
Foot Locker Inc. has made a $12.5 million minority investment in Launch Kids, Inc., d/b/a Rockets of Awesome, a New York City-based children’s apparel company. Foot Locker’s investment is part of Rockets of Awesome’s $19.5 million Series C capital raise.
Fleet Feet Launches Rewards App
Fleet Feet announced the launch of its revamped customer rewards program in conjunction with a new app.
Adidas Earns Upgrade On Yeezy Momentum
Wells Fargo raised its rating on Adidas to “Outperform” from “Market Perform” due to the success the brand is finding with its “democratization” of Yeezy, its sub-brand collaboration with Kanye West.
Conversation With Active Brands North America GM Henrik Lumholdt
Henrik Lumholdt, general manager, Active Brands North America—whose portfolio includes Kari Traa, Sweet Protection and Daehlie—spoke with SGB Media at the recent Snow Show about Kari Traa’s auspicious start during the 2015 show, where the sportswear line goes from here and the growth potential the Norwegian company sees for all its brands in North America.
America Outdoors Names Six New Board Members
America Outdoors, an association of outfitters and guides, on Monday announced the appointment of six new members of the board of directors.
Aventura Clothing Reveals New Brand Look
Women’s sustainable clothing company Aventura Clothing on Monday announced a new logo and icon for Spring 2019. The new look pays tribute to the brand’s growing commitment to sustainable materials and their continued partnership with Fair Trade.
Spartan Launches Employee Fitness App
Spartan, the obstacle course race and endurance brand, has entered the $13 billion corporate wellness sector with the development of its SpartanFit Challenge App.
Dillard’s Comps Grow 2 Percent In Fiscal Year And Q4
Dillard’s Inc. reported net income for the 52 weeks ended February 2 of $170.3 million, or $6.23 per share, compared to net income of $221.3 million, or $7.51 per share, for the 53 weeks ended February 3, 2018.
Nautilus Revenue Dips 10 Percent On Direct Segment Softness
Nautilus Inc. on Monday reported net sales for the fourth quarter of $115.4 million, a decrease of 9.7 percent compared to $127.8 million in the same quarter of 2017, however, this beat Wall Street targets by $0.7 million. The decrease in net sales was driven by a 30.3 percent decline in the direct segment partially offset by 16.1 percent growth in the retail segment.
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