Element announced the addition of Jon Sinko to the company as VP, global merchandising and design, overseeing the brand’s product function globally.
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Rawlings Gets Assist From MLB In Sale
Seidler Equity Partners partnered with Major League Baseball to acquire Rawlings for $395 million. Said Mike Thompson, EVP of marketing at Rawlings, in an interview with SGB, “Rawlings has always been joined at the hip with Major League Baseball.”
Duluth Holdings Beats On Income, Misses On Revenue
Duluth Holdings Inc. reported first-quarter net income that beat analysts’ estimates and revenue that fell short. The apparel and accessories company posted a net loss of $0.7 million, or 2 cents per diluted share, compared to net income of $0.4 million, or 1 cent per diluted share in the prior year-first quarter. Analysts expected a loss of 5 cents per share.

Adidas Sees Record World Cup Jersey Revenues
In an interview with Bloomberg, Adidas CEO Kasper Rorsted predicted that unit sales of jerseys at this year’s World Cup will exceed the 8 million Adidas sold in 2014.
Gracedbygrit Acquired By Hylete
Gracedbygrit has been acquired by Hylete. Both are digitally-native women’s athletic apparel brands.
Montane Expands U.S. Sales Force In Key Markets
Neskowin Outdoor Inc., the North American brand management and distribution firm for Montane, a leading U.K.- based technical apparel brand, announced the expansion of the brand’s North America sales presence.
Shoe Carnival Supports Local Schools With Philadelphia-Based Donation Program
Shoe Carnival Inc. will donate 10 percent of total purchases back to shoppers’ school of choice in the Philadelphia and surrounding areas.
Modell’s Partners With the Prostate Cancer Foundation
Modell’s Sporting Goods will be joining forces with the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) to raise money to advance prostate cancer research in recognition of Men’s Health Month in June.

Flip Flop Shops Acquired By Bearpaw Parent
The parent company to the footwear brand Bearpaw purchased the global “Flip Flop Shops” franchise retail chain from Cherokee Global Brands.

Under Armour Partners With Bradley University
Under Armour has reached an agreement to outfit Bradley University in Peoria, IL.
BSN Sport Partners With Gustavus Athletics
The Gustavus Adolphus College Athletics Department in St. Peter, MN, has entered into a five-year partnership with BSN Sports and Nike.

Giving The Gift Of Light To Our Military
In recognition of Military Appreciation Month, MPOWERD will donate one Luci EMRG light to U.S. Servicemen through Operation Gratitude for every MPowerd Luci Americana light purchased.
Gander Outdoors Sets Grand Opening Events For Four Stores
Gander Outdoors, formerly known as Gander Mountain, set grand openings for stores in Michigan, Illinois, Michigan and Ohio.

Riddell Kicks Off Fourth Annual Smarter Football Program
Riddell on Tuesday announced the launch of the company’s annual Smarter Football initiative. Special for the fourth season of the program, Riddell and brand ambassador and strategic advisor Peyton Manning teamed up to unveil ’18 in 18′, inviting teams to apply for 18 total equipment grants–increasing the amount from previous years’ 10.
FloSports, Professional Bowlers Association Announce Multiyear Rights Agreement
FloSports, a provider of live digital sports and original content, on Tuesday announced a multiyear rights partnership with the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA).