The company reported that Vaughn will assist “in identifying youth baseball talent in parts of the country where socioeconomic status may prevent access or opportunity.”
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Anon and Burton Secure Legal Win in German Federal Patent Court
Following a 26-month legal battle in the German Federal Patent Court concerning intellectual property rights regarding WaveCel technology, the court fully confirmed Burton Snowboard’s position and declared against Koroyd S.A.R.L.’s patent invalid in Germany.
Powder Mountain Expands Public and Private Terrain
The expansion plans are in addition to the three public lifts planned, which the company announced for the 2024/25 season.
Augusta Sportswear Brands and Founder Sport Group Merge to Form Momentec Brands
Momentec Brands also announced several additional leadership changes to take effect April 1, 2024. In addition to senior leadership team appointments, FSG CEO John Anton will be CEO of Momentec Brands, and ASB CEO David Elliot will serve as vice chairman.
EXEC: Vista Outdoor Re-Files CFIUS Notice to Extend Review Period for Ammo Business Sale
Vista Outdoor, Inc. and Czechoslovak Group a.s. (CSG) voluntarily withdrew and re-filed their joint voluntary notice to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to allow CFIUS additional time to conduct diligence on the proposed sale.
Oregon Campers More Likely to Camp Alone and for Free
In its 2024 Camping Report, The Dyrt reported that one-third (33.5 percent) of Oregon campers camped alone in 2023, higher than the 12 percent national average.
Crunch Franchise to Open in Yuma, AZ
Crunch Franchise reported plans to open Crunch Yuma, a 40,000-square-foot fitness facility in Yuma, AZ, in a former Sears next to Burlington at Southgate Mall.
The James Brand Expands Leadership Team, Relocates HQ
The James Brand has expanded its corporate leadership team with the appointment of Justin Baar to global digital commerce manager and Daniel Sledd to senior global production and inventory manager.
EXEC: JD Sports Ends FY on January Down Note; Sees Upside Ahead from Summer of Sport
For the full year, like-for-like comp sales were up 4.2 percent, with all regions ahead of the previous year with organic sales growth of 8.4 percent.
EXEC: JD Sports Inks Partner for South Africa Expansion
The company signed a franchise agreement with Foschini Retail Group (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of South African retailer The Foschini Group Limited (TFG) to launch the JD brand in South Africa.
Moody’s Affirms Topgolf Callaway’s B1 Ratings, but Outlook Now Negative on EBITDA Concerns
The ratings agency said leverage is elevated due to weaker consumer demand at Topgolf than was expected a year ago and due to the company’s rapidly growing lease obligations to support the new Topgolf facility development.
Emerald Acres Sports Connection names GM for new $80M Complex
The 150-acre venue, funded by a $2 million state economic development program grant, includes multi-sport facilities, a family entertainment center and integrated hospitality and retail spaces.
Ski-Doo Parent Sees Fiscal Q4 Hurt by Sales Incentives, Weaker Winter Weather
BRP, Inc., the parent company of the Ski-Doo, Sea-Doo and Lynx power sports brands, reported Q4 results were mainly driven by a decrease in Seasonal Products deliveries and tough comps against a strong fourth quarter in the prior fiscal year.
Former NBA Exec Joins Realeague to Lead Basketball Operations as Senior VP
Greg Stolt joins the company as senior vice president of basketball operations. He has over 15 years of experience in basketball development for the NBA, primarily in East Asian and South Asian markets.
Coach Adds Jason Tatum as Brand Ambassador
A multi-time All-NBA First Team selection, Tatum has “created a career as an ambitious individual who shares Coach’s spirit of optimism and endless possibility.”
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