After a two-year assignment helping the company realign its North American bicycle business, Larry Pizzi will head a new entity devoted to growing e-bike sales.
Category: Sports/Fitness
Under Armour CEO To Speak At Retail Real Estate Conference
His talk in New York City will include the development of Sagamore Development Company, his privately-owned investment company that is spearheading the massive redevelopment of Port Covington in Baltimore.
Foot Locker, Asics Name Documentary Film Contest Finalists
“Real Lives. Real Runners.” gave filmmakers the opportunity to capture documentary-style stories on real runners. The winning film will air nationally during the live television broadcast of the 2016 TCS New York City Marathon.

Dick’s Brings Out Carrie Underwood For Houston Openings
The multi-platinum superstar and Calia designer will join Jason Aldean, Roger Clemons, Warren Moon and Clyde Drexler as part of more than 40 planned special guest appearances set for the grand opening weekend.
UFC Gym Continues Canada Expansion
UFC Gym will continue its expansion into Canada with the opening of a third Alberta gym on October 15. The new doors will open at 12938 St. Albert Trail NW.

Will Jordan’s Jumpman Make Its Stamp On Soccer Boots?
Neymar Jr. is the first soccer athlete to feature the Jordan “Jumpman” on his performance product.

Ohio Tops List Of Best U.S. Football Schools
Ohio State University, home of the Buckeyes, topped the list in the number one spot.
No Bull Sports Launches For Female Athletes
No Bull Sports, a startup nonprofit organization dedicated to uniting and empowering young female athletes, launched on October 11, 2016 — National Day of the Girl.
UPDATE: More Retailers To Shutter Doors On Thanksgiving
Are more mainstream retailers choosing to opt out?

Potential Buyers Emerge As Golfsmith Nears Bid Deadline
Worldwide Golf and financial buyers are said to be among those interested in Golfsmith’s assets.

Pou Sheng Year-to-date Sales Up 5.7 Percent
The largest distributor of globally branded athletic and outdoor footwear in Greater China reported revenue grew 5 percent year over year in September.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Sets Grand Opening Festivities For Five Stores
The locations are in Boca Raton, FL; Morristown, TN; New Philadelphia, OH; Springfield, OH; and Olympia, WA.
Epoch Lacrosse Launches Customized-Sticks Program
The Factory Set-up will enable players to choose complete custom sticks based on their playing style.
Under Armour Adds Georgia State To NCAA Roster
Under the multi-year agreement, UA will outfit 16 of the Panthers’ varsity sports teams as well as coaches and athletics department staff starting next summer.
Sisu Mouthguard Partners With U.S. Lacrosse
Sisu Mouthguard will become the official mouthguard of U.S. Lacrosse and Team USA.