Brazilian footwear brand Rider Sandals has signed popular Indie rock band Surfer Blood as the newest member of its growing brand ambassador program. The band, based in West Palm Beach, Florida, embodies the Rider brand’s passion for adventure and wi
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2014 Rawlings Gold Glove Award Winners Announced
Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc., a subsidiary of Jarden Corporation, unveiled the 2014 Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners for both the American League and the National League during a live, hour-long “Baseball Tonight – The 2014 Rawlings Gold Glove A
Kenji Haroutunian to Leave Outdoor Retailer
Outdoor Retailer Show Director Kenji Haroutunian will step down at the end of the month and be succeeded by Marissa Nicholson, according to Emerald Expositions, which owns the biannual trade show. A member of the SGB 40 Under 40 class of 2013, Nicholson
Under Armour Signs US Soccer Star Jermaine Jones
Under Armour added Jermaine Jones to its roster of athletes. The central midfielder is coming off a strong performance for the US Men's National Team in Brazil and recently joined the New England Revolution of MLS…
PrimaLoft Adopts Responsible Down Standard
PrimaLoft, Inc. has adopted the Responsible Down Standard and said it has nearly doubled the number of brand partners who will use its Performance Down Blend and introduce PrimaLoft Black Insulation Down Blend for Fall ’15…
Skullcandy Operating Income Surges on Strong Q3 Sales
Skullcandy Inc. grew its operating income more than six fold in the third quarter ended Sept. 30 and blew through analysts' earnings estimates as net sales increased 16.1 percent to $58.1 million…
Survey: Inactivity Pandemic Impacting Industry Revenue
According to a recent survey by PHIT America of more than 50 leaders in the sports, health, and fitness industries, more than 90 percent agree that the ‘Inactivity Pandemic’ is an issue that’s having negative side effects on the sports i
Eagles Nest Outfitters Launches New Website
Eagles Nest Outfitters launched a new smartphone-friendly Web site featuring a virtual hangout called 'Enopia,' and much rich content including video set up instructions for its packable hammocks and hammock accessories…
Columbia Sportswear Signs On with U.S. Freestyle Ski Team
After a successful partnership leading up to the 2014 Olympic Winter Games in Sochi, Russia, the U.S. Freestyle Ski Team announced that Columbia Sportswear will be its official uniform partner through the 2022 Olympic Winter Games. The eight-year deal con
OBIT: The Forzani Group Ltd Founder John Forzani
John Forzani, the founder of The Forzani Group Ltd, died after suffering a heart attack Oct. 30…
LaMarcus Aldridge Becomes Jordan Endorser
LaMarcus Aldridge, star power forward of the Portland Trailblazers, has become a Jordan brand endorser..
Bass Pro Shops to Open Fourth New York Store
Bass Pro Shops has announced plans for a new store in Uniondale, New York…
Foot Locker President and CEO Hicks to Retire
Foot Locker, Inc. President and CEO Ken Hicks plans to retire as president and CEO of the company on Dec. 1, 2014, the retailer's board of directors announced Tuesday. He will be succeeded by Richard (Dick) A. Johnson, who has been with Foot Locker f
Yogasmoga Opens Store in Brentwood
Yogasmoga, the designer, manufacturer and retailer of Yoga inspired athletic apparel and accessories, opened a new store in Brentwood, CA, which will be the brand's first retail location in California…
Levi Strauss Initiative Rewards Vendors with Best Social Compliance with Cheaper Credit
Levi Strauss & Co. is working with IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, to provide financial incentives for garment suppliers in developing countries to upgrade environmental, health, safety and labor standards…
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