Author: Thomas J. Ryan

Thomas J. Ryan
Senior Business Editor | SGB Media
tryan@sgbonline.com | 917.375.4699

Yakima Adds Two New U.S. Distributors

January 22, 2009 SGB Executive SGB Update

Yakima named two new distributors, The Hawley Company, a bicycle parts and accessories distributor in Lexington, SC and Liberty Mountain, an outdoor distributor of over 600 brands of gear and accessories based in Salt Lake City, Utah. These new distributo

Riddell Sponsors USA Football

January 22, 2009 SGB Executive SGB Update

Riddell has become the official football helmet and protective equipment partner for USA Football, the sport's national governing body on youth and amateur levels, and its 2009 Junior National Team. The three-year partnership (through 2011) with USA

RECALL: Saris Stationary Bicycle Trainers

January 22, 2009 SGB Executive SGB Update

Saris Cycling Group of Madison, WI, is voluntarily recalling certain models of stationary bicycle trainers, under an agreement with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The trainers are a frame that converts regular bikes into stationary bicycles.

Chicago Cubs Sue Under Armour Over Sponsorship

January 22, 2009 SGB Executive SGB Update

The Chicago Cubs have sued Under Armour for allegedly reneging on a five-year, $10.8 million sponsorship contract to have its logo displayed on the outfield doors in left- and right-center fields. Under Armour disputes the suit, claiming the agreement was

The Athlete’s Foot Launches Email Fan Club

January 22, 2009 SGB Executive SGB Update

The Athlete's Foot (TAF) recently launched an email fan club at www.theathletesfoot.com as part of its re-branding initiative. The opt-in program provides members with everything from product and company news to member exclusives, in-store discounts

EcoSportsBottle.com Becomes Green Supplier to USA Triathlon

January 22, 2009 SGB Update

EcoSportsBottle.com, which produces a line of environmentally-friendly hydration bottles and Eco Goody Bags, has signed on as an official green product supplier to USA Triathlon. EcoSportsBottle.com will offer special customized programs and a discount to

Orange 21 Launches $7.6M Rights Offering

January 22, 2009 SGB Update

Orange 21 Inc., which owns the Spy Optic line of sunglasses and goggles, has launched a $7.6 million rights offering pursuant to which holders of its common stock, options and warrants, will be entitled to purchase additional shares of its common stock at

Reebok Looks to Close UK Offices in Bolton

January 22, 2009 SGB Update

Adidas announced plans to close Reebok's UK headquarter in the city of Bolton, affecting 160 jobs. According to published reports in the UK, the move would end a 116-year association for the brand with the town…

MEDALIST Appoints Director of Marketing

January 22, 2009 SGB Update

MEDALIST Performance Sports Apparel, Inc. appointed David Vogrin, as its new director of marketing. The apparel company said Vogrin has extensive experience in global product marketing providing customized and strategic marketing solutions, and driving gr

Brown Shoe Closes Stores, Cuts Jobs

January 21, 2009 SGB Executive

Brown Shoe Company, Inc. plans to cut jobs and plans to close 30 to 35 Famous Footwear stores in 2009 as part of its cost-reduction initiatives designed to yield annual savings of about $22 million, beginning in fiscal 2009. At the same time, the company

Brown Shoe Closes Stores, Cuts Jobs

January 21, 2009 SGB Executive

Brown Shoe Company, Inc. plans to cut jobs and close 30 to 35 Famous Footwear stores in 2009 as part of its cost-reduction initiatives designed to yield annual savings of about $22 million, beginning in fiscal 2009. At the same time, the size of its credi

Eddie Bauer Expects to Post Lower Earnings

January 21, 2009 SGB Executive

Eddie Bauer Holdings, Inc. said that preliminary comparable store sales fell 5.7% for the fourth quarter and 1.1% for the fiscal year, excluding the effect from foreign exchange rates. Eddie Bauer also said it expects to report that its adjusted earnings

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