The Neiman Marcus Group, Inc. saw total revenues for the month of March increase 11.2% to $389 million from $350 million during the same month last year. Comparable store sales increased 7.4%…
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Gill Athletics in Deal for Porter Athletic
Gill Athletics, Inc. has signed a non-binding letter of intent to purchase substantially all of the assets of Porter Athletic Equipment Co. Based in Broadview, Ill., Porter Athletic Equipment is amanufacturer of indoor and outdoor sports equipment.
LBH Names VP of Sales
The LBH Group, Ltd. has named industry veteran Bill Evans to the post of Vice President of Sales. Evans will be responsible for managing the sales of all of the LBH brands for both golf and tennis including Lily’s of Beverly Hills, LBH, Wimbledon, and Fa
Academy Snowboards Sees U.S. Sales Jump 87% YTD
Academy Snowboards domestic sales are up on a year to date basis of approximately 87% over last year's total domestic sales and domestic same-store-sales are up on a year-to-date basis of 191% over last year's total domestic same-store sales, ac
NGF: Rounds Played on Positive Track to Start Year
According to the National Golf Foundation, same-store rounds played in the U.S. increased 3.6% for the month of February over the same month last year. The results reflect data taken from operators at 1,899 golf facilities. The February result brings the
Brunswick Names VP-Community Relations and Corporate Marketing Alliances
Brunswick Corporation named Adrian W. Sakowicz to the new position of vice president — community relations and corporate marketing alliances. He will report to Dustan E. McCoy, Brunswick chairman and chief executive officer…
ITF Extends Deal with Wilson
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) and Wilson Sporting Goods signed a new three-year deal that names Wilson the Official Ball of Fed Cup and extends Wilson’s existing Davis Cup partnership through 2008. The new agreement starts with the 2006 Fed Cu
Liquid Boardwear Names Marketing Director
WL Activewear, home of Liquid Boardwear, added Corey Stecker to the company as its Marketing Director.
Focused on the Liquid brand, Corey will oversee all marketing initiatives…
Fila’s NYC Store Captures Award
Fila’s flagship New York store has added three more awards to its already impressive list of distinctions. Capturing top honors was Fila’s interpretation of “l’arte nello sport”, a graceful fusion of innovative and elegant design with the beauty of perfor
Iconix Brand Group to Acquire Mossimo, Inc.
Iconix Brand Group, Inc. has signed, in two separate transactions, definitive agreements to acquire Mossimo, Inc. and the Mudd trademark. Iconix will acquire all of the outstanding shares of Mossimo, Inc. for $7.50 per share, comprised of $3.25 a share in
Mossimo Extends Target Deal
Mossimo, Inc. has amended and restated its license agreement with Target Corporation that extends the license through January 2010…
Devant Sport Towels Acquires Sir Christopher Hatton
Devant Sport Towels has acquired Altadena, California-based Sir Christopher Hatton, Inc., the largest supplier of custom jacquard woven towels. As part of the announcement — which forms the largest overall manufacturer of golf, sports and beach towels –
Reebok and Spalding Expand Relationship with WNBA
The WNBA has expanded its relationship with Reebok and Spalding – both of which will partner with the League to present the 10th annual WNBA Draft. Under the terms of the agreement, Reebok, a partner since 1999 will be the first-ever Presenting Partner of
Cybex Offers Secondary Offering
Cybex International, Inc. has filed a registration statement with the SEC for a proposed public offering of 3.5 million shares of its common stock. Of the total shares expected to be offered, 1.75 million shares would be issued by the company and 1.75 mil
Sporting Goods Industry Vendors Still Reaping Top-Line Benefits of Acquisitions…
While the pace of acquisitions and industry consolidation has slowed from its fever pitch of previous years, Sporting Goods industry vendors are still relying on acquisition-aided growth to post double-digit gains on the top-line. But of the mega-deals o
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