Russell Athletic and the host committee for the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) football national championship announced an agreement that grants Russell Athletic “title sponsorship” rights for the 2008 and 2009 NAIA Championships
Category: Outdoor
Head Shifts Canadian Distribution to Subsidiary
Head NV has taken over distribution of its ski and tennis apparel in Canada through a Canadian subsidiary. The company said that beginning in September Head Canada Inc. will ship and service the new collection of 2008/09 HEAD Skiwear…
Unifi Unveils Repreve for the Planet Website
Unifi, Inc. unveiled a consumer-focused, interactive website as part of its “Repreve For the Planet” campaign. The site discusses Repreve's environmental story. In a page taken from the outdoor industry, Unifi is encouraging consumers who buy Repreve
Lululemon Doubles Second Quarter Net Income; Expansion Continues
Lululemon Athletica Inc. more than doubled second quarter net income and the company maintained its earnings guidance in the face of a tough retail environment. LULU also said it continues on its plans to open 35 stores this year. The sales gain for th
ASR Part II: Revenge of the Apparel and Hardgoods
With footwear covered in last week’s ASR review this week we turn our attention to the apparel and hardgoods manufacturers on the show floor at the ASR show. For the most part, trends in apparel held steady from last year as bright colors and tight fits
Project Blue Enters Second Year With High Hopes
At the recent ASR show, Sports Executive Weekly sat down with Vipe Desai, founder of Project Blue, an action sports industry organization that helps to raise funds for the Surfrider Foundation through special products manufactured by industry companies li
Podium Distribution Expands Headquarters
Podium Distribution has expanded both its walls and its employee base. The company recently acquired the 21,000-square-foot office space adjacent to its current address…
New Balance Opens New Sports Research Lab in Massachusetts
New Balance has opened a new Sports Research Lab in its Lawrence, MA facility. The modern 3,000 square foot facility houses state-of-the-art biomechanics equipment, office space, a 120-foot running track, 30″ by 30″ court and Smash Lab. The facility will
UPDATE: SRAM Says Lehman Deal Moving Forward
Bicycle component maker SRAM said a deal to sell 40% of the company to a unit of bankrupt Lehman Brothers has not closed but is moving forward. If the deal falls through, SRAM will merely look for a new strategic financial partner to help finance its glob
Pending Legislation is Likely To Impact Outdoor Industry…
A coalition of trade associations, including the Outdoor Industry Association, outdoor businesses and other interested groups, have joined together in asking Congress to correct or postpone the implementation of changes to the Lacey Act, a section of the
Dreams Inc. Acquires StarStruck/ProTeam
Dreams, Inc. has acquired the assets of StarStruck/ProTeam, a catalog-focused retailer in the sports licensed products industry. Star Struck/ProTeam is one of the largest catalog and internet retailers of licensed Major League and Minor League merchandise
Sport Chalet Sponsors USC
Sport Chalet, Inc. has secured an exclusive three-year sponsorship deal with the University of Southern California (USC) to become the “Official Sporting Goods Store of USC Athletics.” The agreement allows Sport Chalet the opportunity to enhance and expan
GSI Commerce, Timberland Pony up Millions to Settle Spam Case
A federal judge has granted preliminary approval to a $7 million settlement submitted by GSI Commerce Inc., Timberland and a Florida wireless carrier to settle allegations they sent unsolicited advertisements for Timberland products via text messaging in
Soles4Souls Aids Hurricane Ike Victims
Soles4Souls Inc., the international charity dedicated to providing free footwear to those in need, has sent 85,000 pairs of shoes to victims of Hurricane Ike in the past two days, and is actively seeking assistance from donors and manufacturers to help fu
Outdoor Industry’s Margins Squeezed in Q2
Second-quarter sales were brisk for outdoor vendors and retailers, but declining margins caused declines in profits and return on sales. Sales growth nearly kept pace with inventory growth, a good sign as the industry continues to encounter increasing cos
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