An independent entity within the Decathlon Group, Decathlon Pulse is expected to invest in “innovative people and businesses that share its values and commitment.”
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Puma Golf Celebrates British Open with Fair Isle Capsule Collection
The Fair Isle collection includes the limited-edition Phantomcat Nitro shoe with a wingtip design, Flexspike technology for traction and Nitro Foam for comfort and energy return. Other pieces include men’s and women’s polos, a skirt and a golf dress.
EXEC: Xtep Intl Sees Accelerating Q2 Growth for the Core Xtep Brand
The company posted 10 percent year-over-year growth for the offline and online channels in China with a discount level calculated at approximately 25 percent for the three months ended June 30.
EXEC: 361 Degrees Boasts Record Growth During China’s 618 Shopping Period
Throughout the nearly 30-day “618” period, 361 Degrees said the 361° brand emerged as a prominent player, ranking among the Top 5 of all footwear brands, and standing as the sole domestic brand on the Top 30 list. The “Flying Flame 3” reportedly topped the chart as the best-selling professional marathon running shoe.
Five Iron Golf Continues National Expansion with Second Seattle Location
Situated in the Kirkland Urban area, a mixed-use development extending downtown Kirkland, the 4,500-square-foot space, scheduled to open in September, will house Five Iron Golf’s simulators in a sports bar atmosphere.
Riviera Country Club to host Golf Competitions During 2028 Los Angeles Games
The IGF and LA28 announced that The Riviera Country Club will host the men’s and women’s golf competitions for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. The opening ceremony will be held on July 14, 2028.
Kimber Adds Bill Hicks & Co. to Sales Distribution Team
Kimber said it will continue to add to its successful sales team while augmenting counter sales incentive programs for all dealers interested in stocking Kimber products.
Summit Golf Brands Promotes Jack Lessing to President
The manufacturer of high-end golf apparel and sportswear, promoted Jack Lessing to company president, overseeing all revenue channels for each of the company’s brands, including B. Draddy, Zero, Restriction, Zero Restriction, Fairway & Greene, and EP New York, and the functional areas of the business that support them. Lessing has been with the company for the past 11 years.
Pickleball Kingdom to Open Near Sports’ Birthplace
Pickleball Kingdom will open a club in Poulsbo, WA, led by franchise siblings John and Mara Hylton. The location is the closest to the sport’s birthplace on nearby Bainbridge Island.
Pacsun Debuts Men’s A.R.C. Apparel Collection
The 28-piece collection, available at retail and through PacSun, marks the brand’s entry into men’s activewear category with a campaign featuring NIL Athletes Carson Beck, Khoi Young, Shareef O’Neal, and Shedeur Sanders.
Rally House Opens Another Store in Pennsylvania; Fourth in Wisconsin
Rally House opened another store in Pennsylvania with Rally House Grove City Premium Outlets. On July 12, the company opened Rally House Southridge Mall in Greendale, WI increasing its store count in the state to four.
Bass Pro Shops to Open Outpost in Tyler, TX in Early 2025
The retail site is expected to open in the first half of 2025. Upon completion of the Tyler store, Bass Pro Shops will have 18 stores in Texas and employ roughly 100 “outfitters”.
TAG Precision Appoints Industry Vet as Sales Manager
As sales manager, Ian Paul brings over 12 years of experience in sales, inside sales, customer service, and e-commerce to TAG Precision from his previous roles at Clay Shooters Supply and Davidson’s.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Sees Biggest YoY Retail Sales Jump Since Fall 2023
Retail sales showed moderate growth in June and posted the biggest year-over-over year increase in nearly a year amid a still-solid economy and near-zero inflation for retail goods.
SilencerCo Set to Acquire Zev Technologies
SilencerCo said it will be hyper-focused on furthering Zev’s brand and bringing additional resources for Zev-specific product launches and innovation.
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