Wilson Sporting Goods Co., announced that Russell Wilson, quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks, has joined its Wilson Advisory Staff…
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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
Adidas Signs Edmonton Oilers Star Forward
Adidas Canada has signed Connor McDavid, the Edmonton Oilers forward, to an endorsement deal…
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,
Roger Bannister’s Spikes Sold For More Than $400,000
The running shoes worn by Roger Bannister when he broke the 4-minute mile in 1954 were sold at auction on Thursday for $409,344, according to Christie’s auction house…
Gander Mountain to Open in Warrington Township
Gander Mountain plans to open its newest Pennsylvania location in Warrington Township in the spring of 2016…
Survey Finds Football Fans Prefer ‘Homegating’ to Tailgating
Seventy percent of football fans would rather get together with friends at home to enjoy the game than actually go to the game, according to a survey commissioned by appliance and electronics retailer Hhgregg…
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…
HanesBrands Reaffirms FY Guidance
HanesBrands announced that it is reaffirming its 2015 financial guidance in conjunction with its scheduled investor meetings at the Goldman Sachs Global Retailing Conference…
Rider Sandals Brings Art to Life
Brazilian footwear brand Rider Sandals launched a new styles designed by Honolulu-based artist Colleen Wilcox…
NFL and Under Armour Expand NFL Scouting Combine Agreement
The NFL and Under Armour announced a multi-year extension of their NFL Scouting Combine agreement. Under the terms of the agreement, Under Armour will maintain exclusive rights…
Gander Mountain to Open in Youngstown, OH
Gander Mountain is expanding its presence in Youngstown, OH with a new store on the site of its current facility…
Dick’s SG Sets Grand Openings for stores in Columbus, OH and Polaris, OH
Dick's Sporting Goods plans to open two All-American Sports Center stores, which include a Dick's Sporting Goods and Field & Stream under the same roof, in Columbus, OH and Polaris, OH…
Canadian Doctors Write Prescriptions for Physical Exercise
In the province of Quebec, nearly 9,000 general practitioners have new prescription pads which were produced for exercise and physical activity prescriptions, according to a statement from PHIT America. The pads are designed so that exercise instructions
Steve Madden Announces Executive Promotions
Steve Madden appointed Amelia Newton Varela as president, and Karla Frieders to the newly created position of chief merchandising officer…