A strong retro athletic and lifestyle athletic boosted revenues at Journeys to offset a steep decline at Lids and help Genesco deliver fourth-quarter results in line with guidance.
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Caleres Sees Continued Strength In Sports-Inspired Sneakers
Said CEO Diane Sullivan, “As you would expect, we’re seeing anything that’s sport-related continues to be very strong, not only in sneakers but also in trainers. And actually even sport sandals right now look to be very strong.”
Aquilo Sports Signs Lucy Charles
Aquilo Sports is proud to announce its multi-year partnership with English professional triathlete Lucy Charles.
POC Partners With Locally To Connect Online Customers With Retail Stores
POC is partnering with Locally to bring the convenience of e-commerce to the local shopping experience.
Nester Hosiery Promotes Jason Nester To VP Sales
Nester Hosiery, a U.S. manufacturer of performance merino wool socks, announced that it has promoted Jason Nester to VP sales.

Reebok Signs Gal Gadot As Ambassador
Reebok signed Gal Gadot, the star of Wonder Women, as a brand ambassador.

Pi Day 3.14 … Steph Curry’s Birthday … UA Celebrates With Release Of Curry 5
Under Armour celebrated Stephen Curry’s birthday on Pi Day yesterday with the launch of the Curry 5.

Dick’s Relaunches Tommy Armour Golf Brand
Dick’s Sporting Goods announced the relaunch of the Tommy Armour golf brand, with a renewed focus on innovative golf club technology that promotes both forgiveness and distance.
Fitbit Adds Board Member
Fitbit Inc. announced that gaming and entertainment industry executive Matthew Bromberg has joined the Fitbit, Inc. board of directors.

Genesco’s Q4 Boosted By Momentum At Journeys
Genesco Inc. reported earnings from continuing operations for the 14-week period ended February 3, 2018, of $56.3 million, or $2.91 per diluted share, compared to earnings from continuing operations of $46.8 million, or $2.40 per diluted share, for the 13-week period ended January 28, 2017. Fiscal 2018 fourth quarter results reflect a benefit of $19.8 […]
Iconix’s 2017 Earnings Slide, Makes Key Debt Payment
Iconix Brand Group Inc. reported earnings in 2017 declined but results were in line with guidance and the company repaid a current debt offering.
Life Fitness Launches Digital Ventures Group
Life Fitness announced the creation of Digital Ventures Group (DVG). DVG is focused on accelerating technology adoption and innovation within the global fitness industry, and underscores Life Fitness’ vision to be the platform that connects the world to fitness.
Currex Signs Brazilian Soccer Star
Brazilian soccer star Rafael Alcântara do Nascimento of FC Barcelona, known as Rafinha, has formalized an official sponsorship with global performance insole company Currex.

VF Corp. Moves Into Performance Running
Stepping into the road running category, VF Corp. reached an agreement to acquire Altra, the maker of road and trail running shoes popular with ultra-runners. While Altra is expected to benefit from VF’s Corp’s expertise in both footwear and apparel, VF secures one of the fastest-growing brands in run specialty.