New Era announced the opening of the 'New Era Team Store' located in the right field pavilion plaza of Dodger Stadium. The store is more than 2,200 square feet…
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U.S. Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Octane Fitness on Attorneys’ Fees
The United States Supreme Court ruled in favor of Octane Fitness, LLC on its petition regarding collecting attorneys' fees, making it easier for patent lawsuit winners to secure legal fees from the losing parties…
Ugg to Take Over German and Austrian Distribution
Deckers Outdoor Corporation plans to take over Wave & Motion, which has been responsible for Ugg's distribution in the German and Austrian markets, as of July 2014…
Chaco Launching Fit For Adventure Tour
–To commemorate its 25th anniversary and engage with consumers in a fun and memorable way, Chaco is hitting the road for a summer-long, nationwide journey dubbed the ‘Fit For Adventure’ Tour. Beginning in May and finishing in September, a s
Keen Ambassador and Founder of Outdoor Afro Wins National Conservation Award
Keen Ambassador and Outdoor Afro founder Rue Mapp was awarded the National Wildlife Federation’s (NWF) 2014 Communications award. Mapp received this prestigious award for her dedication to environmental education and passion for connecting African-A
37.5’s Sales Executive Branscum to Scout New Markets
37.5/Cocona Natural Technologies is expanding its senior management team and has appointed apparel veteran Scott Branscum as executive vice president. In this role, Branscum will lead the company’s global sales, marketing, and merchandising efforts
“NB Raonic Robot” Certified World’s Fastest Tennis Ball Serving Machine
New Balance Japan announces the NB Raonic Robot, featuring pro tennis player Milos Raonic, is certified as the fastest tennis ball serving machine with 273km/h by the Guinness World Records…
Over 80 Million Americans Still Inactive
According to the most recent study from the Physical Activity Council (PAC), 80.2 million Americans age 6 and up, or 27.6 percent, were physically inactive in 2013. This is a decrease of 0.4 percent from 2012 where 80.4 million, or 28 percent, of the popu
Xidelong Parent Sees Robust Q4 Gains
Exceed Company Ltd., the owner and operator of the “Xidelong” brand in China, reported revenue was RMB495.9 million (US$81.9 million), in the fourth quarter, representing a 32.7 percent year-over-year increase…
Cutter and Buck Appoints CEO
Joel Freet, previously the head of the corporate business for Cutter & Buck, has been named the chief executive officer. He replaces Jens Petersson, who has transitioned into a role in group executive management at parent company, New Wave Group AB…
Big 5’s Q1 Stung by Warm Winter
Hit by particular weakness in its firearms & ammunition as well as winter-related categories, Big 5 Sporting Goods reported earnings tumbled 72.0 percent in its first quarter ended Mar. 30, to $2.1 million, or 9 cents per diluted share…
Performance a Bright Spot for Wolverine’s Q1
Wolverine Worldwide, as expected, reported sales and earnings declined in its first quarter. But its core performance brands, led by Merrell and Saucony, posted solid gains. Keds also continued its turnaround…
Aetrex to Add Two Stores
Aetrex Worldwide, the maker of comfort and wellness footwear, announced the opening of two new retail locations this May in Wayne, NJ and Pleasanton, CA…
Etonic Forms Alliance with Hakeem Olajuwon
Etonic Holdings, LLC, announced its partnership with Hakeem Olajuwon with the signing of a broad range, multi-year partnership. Etonic will re-issue Olajuwon's 1984, Akeem the Dream signature shoes, in limited quantities, to select retailers in June.
Iconix Brand Group Q1 Revenues Up Double-Digits
Iconix Brand Group, the parent of Starter, Danskin, Umbro, OP and numerous fashion brands, reported record Q1 revenue of $116.1 million, an 11 percent increase over prior year quarter..
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