Blink Fitness and Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green announced a franchise development deal to bring at least 20 gyms to Michigan and Illinois.
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AAC And North Face Opens $70,000 In Grant Awards Available For Climbers
The American Alpine Club in partnership with The North Face is offering 2018 Live Your Dream grants, open to climbers of all ages, experience levels and climbing disciplines.
Ultimate Direction Hires Hartford Sales Group To Manage West Coast Territory
Ultimate Direction has hired Hartford Sales Group to manage its west coast territory, including California, Arizona, Nevada and Hawaii.
Golf Rounds Slide In January
According to Golf Datatech, golf rounds played were down 5.4 percent in January with the Eastern part of the country particularly impacted by weather.
Walmart Raises Minimum Age For Firearm Purchases To 21
Walmart joined Dick’s Sporting Goods on Wednesday in saying it would no longer sell guns or ammunition to anyone under 21 years of age. The discount giant also said it would no longer sell items resembling assault-style rifles, including toys and air guns.
Brunswick Announces Plans To Spin-Off Fitness Business
Brunswick Corporation announced that its board of directors has authorized proceeding with a spin-off of its Fitness business. The segment includes strength and cardiovascular equipment and game tables and accessories under the Life Fitness, Hammer Strength, Cybex, Indoor Cycling Group, SCIFIT and Brunswick Billiards brand names.
Nike’s Jumpman Logo Didn’t Violate Copyright
Nike’s Jumpman logo didn’t violate the copyright of an earlier photograph of Michael Jordan, a federal appeals court ruled.
DC Shoes Appoints Head Of Marketing
Southern California-based lifestyle and skate brand DC Shoes, Inc. announced the appointment of Michael Minter as global head of marketing.
Accell North America Appoints Omnichannel Brand And Digital Leader
Accell North America (ANA) announced Stuart Johnson as its chief marketing and digital officer (CMO, CDO). This newly created position supports ANA’s recently launched 2018 Consumer-Centric Omnichannel Strategy, offering a new retail partnership opportunity for today’s modernized Independent Bicycle Dealer (IBD).
PHIT America Sets First Phit America Month For May
PHIT America is launching PHIT America Month (PHITMonth.org) in May to promote and encourage millions of Americans to learn and enjoy the opportunity to be physically active, exercise, and play sports.
Gander Outdoors Openings Off To Heathy Start
Camping World said the opening of its first Gander Outdoors locations are off to a good start. Officials also estimated that its overall Outdoor and Active Sports business segment – also including Overton’s, TheHouse.com, Uncle Dan’s, W82, and Erehwon – will bring in $400 million in revenue in 2018.
Big 5’s Q4 Blasted By Warm Winter Out West
Said CEO Steve Miller on a conference call with analysts. “While much of the country has endured often extreme winter weather conditions over the past few months our western U.S. markets have experienced significantly warmer than normal weather and one of the driest periods on record.”
Sequential Brands Posts Steep Q4 Loss
Sequential Brands Group Inc. reported a steep loss in the fourth quarter after absorbing charges connected to the recent federal tax reform legislation and the company’s goodwill.
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