MIPS and POC have agreed on a settlement with respect to ongoing legal proceedings.
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Roka Eyewear Signs Javier Gómez Noya
Roka announced a multiyear eyewear partnership with eight-time triathlon world champion and Olympic silver medalist Javier Gómez Noya

Callaway Golf Lifts Guidance On Strong Q1
Callaway Golf Company increased its full-year guidance after reporting first-quarter earnings more than doubled on a 36 percent revenue gain.
Columbia Sportswear Net Income Soars 25 Percent In Q1
Columbia Sportswear Co. reported that net income grew 25 percent to $45.1 million on 12 percent revenue surge in the first quarter, beating analysts’ estimates. First-quarter net income was $45.1 million, or 64 cents per share, compared with first quarter 2017 net income of $36 million, or 51 cents per share. Analysts expected the company to earn 58 cents per share in the quarter.
Patagonia Invests In NuMat Technologies
NuMat Technologies, an advanced materials startup focused on programmable nanomaterials, has received an investment from Tin Shed Ventures, Patagonia’s strategic investment arm.
Adidas Signs Wyoming
Adidas reached an agreement to become the official athletic footwear, apparel and accessory for the University of Wyoming.

Amer Sports’ Q1 Boosted By DTC, China And Arc’teryx
Amer Sports’ operating earnings before charges rose 14 percent in the first quarter, boosted by robust growth across its DTC channels and in China as well as strong momentum for Arc’teryx, Precor and Sunto.

SylvanSport Names Craig McAnsh VP Of Marketing
SylvanSport has named Craig McAnsh as vice president of marketing. McAnsh will lead all branding, marketing, advertising and communications for SylvanSport as the company looks to grow across North America and globally.

Helen of Troy’s Housewares’ Sales Climb Double-Digits In Q4
Helen of Troy Ltd. reported sales in the company’s Housewares segment, which includes Hydro Flask and OXO, jumped 13.4 percent in the company’s fourth quarter ended February 28.

Adidas AM4NYC … The Newest Shoe Assembled at Speedfactory Atlanta
Adidas AM4NYC … The Newest Shoe Assembled at Speedfactory Atlanta

Amer Sports Q1 Earnings Pick Up
Amer Sports reported operating earnings before charges rose 14 percent in the first quarter as higher gross margins and robust profitability gains in its Outdoor segment helped offset currency headwinds.
Commission On College Basketball Urges Sweeping Reforms By NCAA
The Commission on College Basketball, chaired by former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, unveiled a wide range of recommendations to overhaul college basketball, including ending the one-and-done rule, potential lifetime bans for rule-breakers, and changes to the relationship between the NCAA and apparel companies.
Brunswick Corp.’s Q1 Profits Climb 12 Percent
Brunswick Corp. reported a 12 percent gain in earnings in the first quarter on a 7 percent revenue lift. Sales grew 9 percent in the Marine Segment, 7 percent in the Boat segment and 4 percent in the Fitness segment.
Academy Sports Opens Store In Rolla, MO
Academy Sports + Outdoors opened the company’s first store in Rolla, MO.