Leki inked an athlete sponsorship agreement with two-time Olympic Medalist and five-time World Cup Champion Ted Ligety to last through the 2019 World Championships in Sweden…
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Nike Supports SHAPE America
Nike is supporting Shape America’s launch of 50 Million Strong by 2029, a national initiative and call-to-action for all schools in the U.S. to have well-designed health and physical education programs that provide opportunities for students to meet
Adidas to Become Official Outfitter of the CFL
The Adidas Group will take over the role of Official Outfitter and Licensing Partner of the Canadian Football League from Reebok starting with the 2016 season…
Zumiez Q2 Results Trigger Dour Q3 Guidance
Zumiez Inc. reported same-store sales declined in the fiscal second quarter ended Aug. 1 and that the trend accelerated in through August. Gross margins and income also fell as the retailer had to mark down seasonal items more aggessively than anticipate
Quiksilver Receives Court Approval for $175 Million DIP Financing
Quiksilver, Inc. announced that the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware has approved a variety of First Day Motions related to its voluntary Chapter 11 restructuring. Collectively, the orders granted by the Bankruptcy Court on eith
Champion Benefiting as Value Alternative
At Goldman Sachs Global Retailing Conference, Rich Noll, HanesBrands Inc.’s chairman and CEO, said the company’s Champion brand is benefiting from its value positioning under Under Armour and Nike…
SFIA Summit Puts Spotlight on Youth Sports Experience
While some kids become coach potatoes due to preoccupation with digital devices, video games or TV, many are increasingly led there due to frustrations finding their way onto the playing field. The challenges facing youth sports participation took center
Dick’s SG Seeing Momentum Online and at Field and Stream
At the Goldman Sachs Global Retailing Conference, Ed Stack, Dick’s Sporting Goods’ chairman and CEO, elaborated on the growth potential and underlying drivers online and at Field & Stream. Stack said that from 2010 to 2014, the company’s
Lululemon’s Solid Second Quarter Overshadowed by Outlook
Lululemon Athletica Inc. reported second-quarter earnings that came in ahead of internal expectations and slightly raised its outlook for the year. But shares still came under pressure as its third-quarter guidance came in sharply below Wall Street’
Adidas Signs Aaron Rodgers
Adidas announced a multiyear partnership with reigning NFL MVP, quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The Green Bay signal caller will take a leading role in upcoming Adidas brand marketing campaigns. Other Adidas NFL endorsers include DeMarco Murray, Jimmy Graham,
Wilson Signs NFL Quarterback Russell Wilson To Advisory Staff
Wilson Sporting Goods Co., announced that Russell Wilson, quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks, has joined its Wilson Advisory Staff…
Adidas Signs Edmonton Oilers Star Forward
Adidas Canada has signed Connor McDavid, the Edmonton Oilers forward, to an endorsement deal…
Gander Mountain to Open in Warrington Township
Gander Mountain plans to open its newest Pennsylvania location in Warrington Township in the spring of 2016…
Target Won”t Renew US License for Cherokee Brand
Cherokee Global Brands said Target Corp elected not to renew the license of the Cherokee brand in the U.S., according to a regulatory filing. The current license will expire on Jan. 31, 2017…
Adidas Originals Opens Tubular Pop-Up Gallery Space during New York Fashion Week
Last night, Adidas Originals hosted a kickoff event at its Tubular Pop-Up Gallery locatedin SOHO, New York, featuring a performance by celebrated hip-hop artist, Future. Officially opening to the public on Thursday, the temporary gallery – an exhibition a
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