Combining the company’s video analysis with Titan’s GPS player tracking will “empower coaches and athletes with objective training and performance insight, including knowing how fast players run, how hard they worked and when and athlete might be pushing too hard and risking injury.”
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Academy Sports + Outdoors Expanding with Three New Locations
The retailer has opened two new locations in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. and Midlothian, Virginia; and will open another new store in Morgantown, West Virginia later this month.
Yankee Hill Machine Expands Distribution Network; Signs with Countrywide Sports
Headquartered in High Point, NC, Countrywide Sports was established in 2013 and is best known in the shooting sports community for its leadership in ammunition distribution including its Made in the USA suppressors, mounts and related firearm accessories.
USTA CEO Lew Sherr to Step Down
Lew Sherr is stepping down as CEO, effective June 30, to pursue a new professional opportunity outside of the tennis industry. USTA Board Chairman Brian Vahaly and Chief Operating Officer and Chief Legal Officer Andrea Hirsch will serve as interim Co-CEOs while the organization searches for its next leader.
Citi Trends Raises Outlook as Q1 Comps Jump Nearly Double-Digits
The urban off-price chain raised its guidance for the year after reporting improved earnings on a 9.9 percent same-store gain in the first quarter.
Reebok Gets Another Shot at Being Relevant Again
As a global brand development and licensing platform, the company said the partnership with Slam Jam underscores Authentic’s mission to unlock Reebok’s full potential through culturally connected relationships that deepen consumer affinity.
Tifosi Optics Names Eyewear Industry Veteran as COO
Crockett joins Tifosi with previous leadership positions at Costa del Mar Eyewear and EssilorLuxottica. Most recently, she reportedly led operational and supply chain initiatives as a chief consultant at C&C Consultant Services, LLC
Pitman Creek to Acquire Sports Specialists of Milwaukee, Inc.
The agreement to acquire Sports Specialists of Milwaukee, Inc. takes effect on June 23, 2025. Founded in 1972 and owned by Tom and Susan Ducrest, Sports Specialists also specializes in fishing tackle.
Kerry Jackson Returns to Shoe Carnival as SVP New Business Development
Jacskon will return to Shoe Carnival in a new role, reporting directly to company President and CEO Mark Worden, spearheading the company’s merger and acquisition activities, integration of acquired businesses and synergy capture initiatives.
Nike, Inc. Names Chief Communications Officer and Member of Senior Leadership Team
Effective July 7, 2025, Michael Gonda joins Nike from McDonald’s Corporation, where he held several senior leadership roles, including chief impact officer for North America and global chief communications officer.
NRF: Father’s Day Spending To Hit Record $24 Billion this Year
U.S. consumers are poised to spend a record $24 billion on Father’s Day this year, according to an annual survey from the National Retail Federation. Over three-quarters of consumers (76 percent) plan to celebrate the occasion, spending an average of $199.38 per person, up from $189.81 in 2024.
Maryland’s Molly’s Place to Open Second Location
The hunt & fish retailer serving Maryland’s Eastern Shore plans to open a second location in Easton, MD featuring a “more elevated, curated take on the beloved Molly’s Place experience.” Its original store is in Kennedyville, MD.
Iron Valley Supply Promotes Jeremy Jester to Director of Sales Strategy
Jeremy Jester is a 25-year veteran of the distributor of handguns, optic accessories, gun parts, ammunition and suppressors.
Dr. Martens Appoints Adidas Outdoor Exec as Chief Brand Officer
Carla Murphy was most recently global senior vice president and general manager for Adidas Outdoor and previously global chief brand & product officer for Icebreaker.
Woox Expands U.S. Sales Team Representation with Elite Outdoor Sports
The manufacturer of rifle stocks, knives, axes, and accessories has retained Elite Outdoor Sports, based in Alta, WY, for representation in the hunting and shooting sports channel.
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