One of the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association's (USSA) most recognized volunteers, Dr. J. Leland “Sos” Sosman, passed away April 3 at the age of 87 at his Concord, MA home. A radiologist by trade, Sos dedicated much of his life to serving as a USSA a
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Dick’s Helps Recruit New Fishermen
The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) and Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. have partnered to promote Anglers’ Legacy, a program that encourages avid anglers to share their love of boating and fishing, and introduce a newcomer to the sport.
Trek Sues to Terminate LeMond Licensing Agreement
Trek Bicycle Corporation has filed suit in federal court in Madison, Wisc. to sever its 13-year relationship with three-time Tour de France winner Greg LeMond. Trek's suit against LeMond asks that the relationship be terminated due to multiple breach
Report:: Burton Lays Off 30
Burton Snowboards reportedly let go of approximately 30 employees company wide, according to a report on the website of Transworld Business. Sources told the trade magazine that the company has eliminated The Syndicate staff on the West Coast, as well as
REI to Open in Westminster, Colo.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. plans to open a new store in Westminster, Colo. at The Orchard Town Center in the spring of 2009. Westminster will be the eighth REI location in Colorado. The co-op currently has more than 237,000 active REI members in the Den
Under Armour to Sponsor the University of Utah
Under Armour, Inc. and The University of Utah announced a multi-faceted five-year partnership that designates Under Armour as the official performance apparel and footwear outfitter for the University of Utah football team. Under Armour will supply Utah&#
Nation’s Best Sports Partners with GE
Nation's Best Sports announced a multi-year agreement to provide the GE Money Sport Finance program through more than 1,000 retail locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. The consumer credit program, managed by GE Money's Sales Finance unit, e
Jack Hillerich Sells Stake in Minor League Team
Jack Hillerich, chairman of Hillerich & Bradsby Co. Inc., sold his stake in the Louisville Bats minor league baseball team to other Bats partners. According to the Business First of Louisville, he's also handing off the last of his administrative dut
Play It Again Sports Celebrates Brand’s 25th Anniversary
Play It Again Sports will be holding events this April and throughout the year in celebration of the brand's 25th anniversary this year. the chain now has nearly 400 locations nationwide…
FINA Clears Speedo Swimsuits
The International Swimming Federation (FINA) insisted there is no evidence Speedo's LZR Racer suit gives swimmers an unfair advantage. Said the governing body said in an official statement, “FINA is always willing to examine issues in connection with
Black Diamond Makes New Hires
Black Diamond Equipment Ltd. announced a new round of hires, athletes and general growth coming off a nationally strong winter. The new hires include Andreas Schmidt as a Graphic Designer and the promotion of Matt Law to the position of Creative Director.
Sports Belle Recovering After Fire…
Sports Belle Inc., the sports uniform supplier based in Knoxville, Tenn., is recovering after a fire on March 16 destroyed its headquarters and main factory in Knoxville. The facility employed 50 people…
Vietnam Nike Factory Remains Closed…
A strike at a Nike factory in Vietnam closed down the plant last week after a pay dispute led to a walkout by as many as 20,000 workers. Workers at the Taiwanese-owned factory went on strike last Monday at the Ching Luh factory in southern Long An provinc
Broder Bros. Records Loss on One-Time Charges…
Broder Bros., Co. reported net sales in the fourth quarter decreased 3.4% to $232.7 million compared to $240.9 million a year ago. The company’s Broder division generated fourth quarter 2007 net sales of $90.0 million, down 8.2% from $98.0 million in the
Win Hanverky Ties 2008 Growth Plans to China Market…
Hong Kong-based apparel maker, distributor and retailer Win Hanverky is shifting its focus away from a stagnant U.S. economy and toward China’s booming domestic market in 2008…
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