According to Golf Datatech, golf rounds played in the U.S. were down 1.6 percent in August year-over-year on a national level.
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DPS Skis Hires European Sales Manager
DPS, makers of ski products, recently hired Louis Boudrias as part of the company’s internal sales team expansion. Boudrias will serve as the brand’s European sales manager.
Colorado Teardrops Announces Expansion And Relocation
Colorado Teardrops, specializing in premium teardrop style trailers, announced that it’s relocating its headquarters to a new building on October 1, allowing for further expansion as the company grows.
Vasque Names Allison Gettings VP And General Manager
Vasque Footwear, part of the Red Wing Shoe Company, announced that Allison Gettings has been named vice president and general manager of Red Wing Vasque. George Curleigh, who has served as vice president and general manager for Vasque and Red Wing Heritage for two years, will pivot to focus exclusively on the global growth of Red Wing Heritage.
Vail Resorts Closes Its Acquisition Of 3 Resorts
Vail Resorts Inc. on Thursday announced that the company has closed on its acquisition of Triple Peaks LLC, the parent company of Okemo Mountain Resort in Vermont, Mount Sunapee Resort in New Hampshire and Crested Butte Mountain Resort in Colorado.
Report: Anta Signs Gordon Hayward
Gordon Hayward, the Boston Celtics forward, has reportedly agreed to a “massive shoe deal” with Chinese sportswear brand Anta, according to ESPN.
TCS New York City Marathon Launches Campaign Honoring Inspirational Runners
New York Road Runners (NYRR) announced Team #MovedMe, a group of inspirational runners participating in the TCS New York City Marathon who embody the transformative power of running.
Panelists Announced For IHRSA Women’s Leadership Summit At AB Show
Panelists have been announced for the IHRSA Women’s Leadership Summit, hosted by Athletic Business, on Thursday, November 8, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA.
Amazon Opening Store For 4-Star Rated Products
Amazon on Thursday opened Amazon 4-star, a new physical store where everything for sale is rated 4 stars and above, is a top seller, or is new and trending on Amazon.com.
Report: Colin Kaepernick Nearly Dropped Before Nike’s Anniversary Ad
Nike nearly ended the company’s contract with Colin Kaepernick in the summer of 2017 before moving this year to have the former quarterback play a prominent role in the brand’s 30th anniversary ad campaign, according to a report in the New York Times.
Duluth Trading Opens Location In Ramsey, NJ
Duluth Holdings Inc. (dba, Duluth Trading Company) announced the grand opening of the company’s 41st store in Ramsey, NJ.
Woolmark Appoints PR Agency
The Woolmark Company has hired Backbone Media to manage the company’s U.S. public relations activity in the sports and outdoor arena.
Nix Wins $15,000 Grand Prize At 2018 SFIA Start-Up Challenge
Nix, the creators of high-tech sensors, capable of measuring hydration status via sweat to optimize safety and physical and cognitive performance, ended up taking home the grand prize at SFIA’s 2018 Start-Up Challenge.
Walking Company Expands North Carolina-Based Distribution Center
The Walking Company Holdings Inc. announced the completion of an 83,000-square-foot distribution center expansion in Lincolnton, NC, to bring the total location size to 312,000 square feet.
Innovation Fueling Broad-Based Momentum For Nike
While Nike Digital led the way with a 34 percent gain on a currency-neutral in the first quarter, Nike Brand’s amplified focus on innovation is “at the heart of our continued momentum right now,” Mark Parker, CEO, said on the company’s conference call with analysts.
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