The expansion follows Josh Harris, David Blitzer, and The Chernin Group’s recent launch of the company, which oversees seven baseball and softball facilities through Ripken Baseball, Cooperstown All-Star Village and Sports Force Parks.
Category: Sports/Fitness
Pickleball Kingdom Goes Global with Franchise India Group
Pickleball Kingdom, the largest indoor pickleball operator in the U.S., signed a licensing deal with Franchise India Group, bringing Pickleball to the Middle East.
Life Time Opens NYC’s Largest Indoor Pickleball Club Atop Penn Station
As part of the redeveloped 55-story building, which sits directly atop Penn Station and serves global office tenants, Life Time Penn 1 is accessible to daily commuters, visitors and locals.
The Resurgence of Wholesale, Harnessing New Strategies for 2024, Part 1
This is Part 1 of 3 in a series of sponsored post from ENDVR.
VA Composites Appoints New Director of Sales
With over a decade of experience in the golf industry, Tyler Cleland brings “a wealth of knowledge and expertise” as director of sales for the U.S. market for the golf shaft manufacturer.
Nike E-Com Executive to Lead Sephora’s China Operations
Ding Xia is responsible for turning around Sephora’s ailing business in Mainland China.
EXEC: Three Global Running Associations Partner on Events and Conferences
This new collaboration between European Athletics, Running Industry Alliance and Running USA could signify a milestone in showcasing innovation and growth within the B2B running industry.
CNBC/NRF: March Retail Sales Grew 2.7 Percent
Total retail sales, excluding automobiles and gasoline, were up 0.36 percent seasonally-adjusted month-over-month and up 2.7 percent unadjusted year-over-year in March, according to the Retail Monitor.
Pickleball Kingdom Continues Expansion in Mount Pleasant, SC
Chris and Kelly Ogden, Pickleball Kingdom franchisees, spearheaded the location to make Mount Pleasant North a hub for pickleball.
Kent International Promotes Scott Kamler to CEO
Scott Kamler was promoted to president and CEO of Kent International on March 12, 2024, from his past role as company president.
Lax.com Acquires Key Lacrosse Marketplace Competitor
Lax.com expects to see a substantial expansion of its scope in the lacrosse marketplace, acquiring one of its chief competitors, Universal Lacrosse.
Evnroll Putters Names VP of Global Marketing
A seasoned veteran in the golf industry, Greg Sabella boasts over 20 years of expertise spanning hardgoods, components and technology.
Xponential Fitness Adds Board Member with Strong Finance Bonafides
Jeffrey Lawrence was appointed to the company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately, serving on the Audit Committee.
Pickleball Kingdom Expands Into Atlanta
Led by franchisees Nithi and Usha Anand, Pickleball Kingdom is opening an indoor pickleball facility in Atlanta, GA.
Fitness Connection Expands Reach, Opens Gym in Georgia
Fitness Connection Morrow is the company’s its 47th gym nationwide and the second club in Georgia.