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G-III Seeking to Expand Fan Apparel Distribution

January 16, 2015 SGB Update

After success diversifying its fan apparel segment across categories in recent years, G-III Apparel Group Ltd. is looking to expand distribution rights both in the U.S. and overseas, said Wayne Miller, G-III’s COO and secretary, last week at ICR Xch

Shoe Carnival Finds Success Reaching Moms

January 16, 2015 SGB Update

At ICR Xchange, Shoe Carnival’s Cliff Sifford, president, CEO, and chief merchandising officer, said the family shoe chain has found success reaching moms and will be expanding those efforts in the years to come…

Nautilus Q4 Revenues Expand 23 Percent

January 16, 2015 SGB Update

With strength in both its retail and direct channels, Nautilus Inc. reported net sales in the fourth quarter increased 23 percent to $95 million. The fitness equipment specialist also said it expects EPS to come in the range of 30 to 33 cents per share co

Perry Ellis Sees Robust Golf Apparel Growth

January 16, 2015 SGB Update

At ICR Xchange, Oscar Feldenkreis, Perry Ellis International’s president and COO, said revenue growth in its golf apparel segment has exceeded 14 percent over the last four years and the category’s outlook remains robust…

Skechers Returns as the Sponsor of Houston Marathon

January 15, 2015 SGB Update

Skechers Performance will return to Houston, Texas on Jan.18, 2015 as the official footwear and apparel sponsor of the Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Half Marathon…

PSG’s Q2 Boosted by Easton Acquisition

January 15, 2015 SGB Update

Performance Sports Group Ltd. reported revenues climbed 47 percent in its second quarter ended Nov. 30, to $172.3 million, reflecting its acquisition of Easton. Hockey revenues up 9 percent to a record $113.4 million. Adjusted net income jumped 49 percent

NOCSAE Updates Status of Cascade and Warrior Licenses

January 15, 2015 SGB Update

The National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) has fully reinstated its license agreement with Cascade and partially reinstated its license agreement with Warrior to allow distribution of a single helmet…

Under Armour to Open Store in Mall of America

January 15, 2015 SGB Update

Under Armour signed a lease to open a Brand House store at the Mall of America in Minneapolis, according to the Baltimore Sun…

Ahnu Unveils “YogaSport” Women’s Collection

January 15, 2015 SGB Update

Ahnu Footwear, a division of Deckers Brands, has created a new yoga performance footwear category with the launch of Ahnu YogaSport. The line consists of four styles that span 16 SKUs

Reebok to Sponsor UFC Featherweight Contender

January 15, 2015 SGB Update

Reebok announced a partnership with UFC Featherweight Contender, Conor McGregor…

SFIA Urges Action on West Coast Port Negotiations

January 15, 2015 SGB Update

In a letter sent to the leaders of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA), the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) along with other allied organizations are encouraging the ILWU and PMA t

Notogroup Inc. Names Gennevieve Emery Partner

January 15, 2015 SGB Update

Notogroup Inc., a boutique search firm specializing in consumer products recruiting, promoted Gennevieve Emery to partner/recruiting director. A key member of the Notogroup team from since its inception in 2009, the firm has recognized her contributions w