Sales at FGL Sports, the parent of Sport Chek, grew 1.7 percent in the first quarter ended Mar. 29, to Canadian $379.4 million ($349.0 mm), according the quarterly report of its parent, Canadian Tire. Same-store sales at FGL Sports rose 6.4 percent on top
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Sturm, Ruger’s Q1 Backlogs Tumble
Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc. reported revenues in the first quarter improved 9.0 percent to $169.9 million. But its backlog was down significantly at the close of the period “due to the unprecedented level of orders received in the first quarter of 2013.”…
Backcountry.com, Bodybuilding.com Miss Targets in First Quarter
Shortfalls at Backcountry.com and Bodybuilding.com contributed to flat sales and a big swing in operating earnings at Liberty Interactive Corp.’s e-commerce businesses segment in the first quarter…
Kelly Barnes Joins STX Elite Women’s Lacrosse Team
Baltimore-based STX, LLC announced that former Team USA defender Kelly Barnes has joined Team STX, the first elite post-collegiate women’s lacrosse team…
Elite Mountain Climber Melissa Arnot Signs with Zamst
Zamst, a leader in sports prevention and protective equipment, announced an endorsement deal with elite mountain climber Melissa Arnot. Since 2001, Arnot, has summited Mt. Everest (29,035 ft) 5 times, and has also led numerous expeditions to some of the w
FuelBelt Hires Florida Sales Agency
FuelBelt, Inc., the maker of hydration belts and running accessories, appointed Monsoon Group, LLC as FuelBelt's new sales representative agency in the Florida territory, covering run specialty, outdoor and fitness retailers in the Sunshine State…
Head NV Overcomes Exchange Rates in First Quarter
Head NV reported that sales for the first three months of 2014 increased 1.6 percent to €70.4 million ($97mm) compared to the prior year as a surge at its Winter Sports division more than offset declines or flat sales at its other three divisions. T
Backcountry,com Sees Demand Fall in First Quarter
Backcountry.com and Bodybuilding.com experienced low demand for their products in the first quarter ended March 31, according to parent company Liberty Interactive Group…
FGL Sports Q1 Comps Get Boost from Team Canada Sales
FGL Sports sales grew 1.7 percent to C$379.4 million in the first quarter ended March 29, compared to the prior year, its parent company Canadian Tire Corp. reported Thursday morning. FGL's same-store sales rose 6.4 percent on top of 9.1 percent grow
Dorel’s Bike Business Comes Roaring Back in First Quarter
Dorel Industries reported sales at its cycling business rebounded strongly in the first quarter ended March 31, rising 18.1 percent to $240.3 million. The company said Cannondale Sports Group, which markets higher end bicycles, parts and accessories to th
Zappos.com Holds Skateboard Competition, Concert in Las Vegas
Zappos.com, along with participating skate brands, is throwing its second annual Rideshop Series skateboard event on Friday, May 16, in downtown Las Vegas. This free event is open to the public and will feature professional skaters, family activities, a c
Buckle Sees Modest April Comp Gain
The Buckle, Inc.'s comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 4-week period ended May 3, increased 0.8 percent…
DSW Inc. opened stores in Hyannis, MA and Manhasset, NY.
DSW Inc. plans to open stores in Hyannis, MA and Manhasset, NY…
Wilson Appoints New Head of Marketing
Wilson Sporting Goods Co. appointed consumer marketing guru Amy Weisenbach as its new VP of marketing, effective May 19.
She spent three years at Beam where she led the U.S. Tequila portfolio and successfully turned around…
Weidman Takes Interim Director Position at Big City Mountaineers
Big City Mountaineers (BCM) has named long timer board member and former president Jeff Weidman as its new interim executive director…
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