Nike To Sponsor Jaren Jackson Jr.

Nike has signed Jaren Jackson Jr., the fourth pick in the the 2018 NBA draft, to a multi-year endorsement deal, according to ESPN. The forward from Michigan State joined the Memphis Grizzlies.

Adidas Realigns Western Europe Management

Adidas appointed Arthur Hoeld as managing director for Western Europe, according to a report on ISPO.com. Alain Pourcelot, who was previously responsible for the Western European business, has moved to the management of the training unit.

Lululemon Comps Soar 20 Percent In Q2

Lululemon Athletica Inc. on Thursday reported comparable sales increased 20 percent, or 19 percent on a constant dollar basis, in the second quarter ended July 29. The company reported diluted earnings per share of 71 cents, up from 36 cents (or adjusted EPS of 39 cents ) in the second quarter of fiscal 2017.

Code Green Apparel Agrees To Acquire Zoombang Companies

Code Green Apparel Corp. announced that the company has entered into a binding letter of intent to acquire the Zoombang Companies, makers of protection gear for football and hockey players as well as for other industries, through a tax-free share exchange agreement.

Callaway And Jack Nicklaus Shine For Perry Ellis In Q2

Perry Ellis International Inc. saw strong growth in Callaway and Jack Nicklaus golf apparel in the second quarter. Nike Swim is seeing momentum in Europr. A calendar shift and the liquidation of Bon Ton Stores, however, caused a modest sales decline overall in the period. Profits were flat but topped Wall Street’s targets.

U.S. Golf Industry Launches #inviteHER Campaign

Powered by the LPGA Women’s Network and We Are Golf’s Women’s Task Force, #inviteHER’s primary objective is to grow awareness and participation among women and girls through the power of an invitation from one of the 24 million American golfers.

Adidas Signs Kylie Jenner

Kylie Jenner has signed on as a brand ambassador for Adidas. The 21-year-old reality TV star and Kylie Cosmetics founder had been with Puma.

Dick’s Blames Q2 Top-Line Shortfall On Under Armour

Dick’s Sporting Goods reported earnings that easily topped Wall Street’s targets but sales came in well below as weakness from Under Armour continued to place a drag on sales. On a conference call with analysts, Ed Stack, CEO, said the company is “repositioning” its Under Armour business, including gaining more exclusives from the brand while finding other product to fill traditional Under Armour space.