OrthoInfo.org, the trusted consumer website on bone and joint health, launched a new design that is easier to navigate, access and view, stated the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).
Category: Sports/Fitness
Salomon Athlete Cat Bradley Sets FKT For Grand Canyon Rim-To-Rim-To-Rim
Bradley completed the 42-mile out-and-back route in 7:52:20, beating out the previous women’s record set by Bethany Lewis in 2011 by more than 20 minutes.
Sports Crate Launches NBA Courtside Crate
The NBA Courtside Crate lineup will feature 13 teams initially, providing fans with apparel, collectibles, products and experiences.
PHIT Act Earns 100th Co-Sponsor In Just Eight Months
Congress wants to lower costs to increase activity in America. On November 13, Congressman (Dr.) Paul Gosar (R-AZ) became the 100th House co-sponsor of The Personal Health Investment Today (PHIT) Act in 2017. The previous high was 89 co-sponsors over 2015/16.
Sport Chek’s Weak Sales Continue, Management Upbeat On Prospects
“There are aspects of the business we are pleased with and others that require attention,” said Stephen Wetmore, CEO and president of Canadian Tire, the owner of FGL Sports, of the business on his company’s third quarter conference call. “However, everything we look at is providing upside potential.”
Jordan Partners With Gatorade On ‘Like Mike’ Collection
The apparel collection is available now at select retailers. The Air Jordan VI and XXXII low release December 16.
Nike Upgrades App Membership Features
NikePlus Unlocks upgrades experiences and access by collecting and analyzing members’ shopping behavior, activity and feedback across all Nike digital and physical touch points.
October Retail Sales Up 4.3 Percent Over Last Year
Retail sales in October increased 0.1 percent over September on a seasonally adjusted basis and were up 4.3 percent year-over-year unadjusted.
Badger Sportswear Acquires Garb Athletics
The acquisition, when coupled with Badger’s previously announced acquisition of Alleson Athletic, bolsters Badger’s team uniform offering with premium-crafted, fully customized apparel.
Wilson Signs Eight-Time Squash Champ Nicol David
As an Advisory Staff member, David will work with Wilson LABS, the innovation hub at Wilson, and provide insights that will help fuel the brand’s development of next-generation, high performance squash equipment.
Puma Names Lewis Hamilton As Face Of 24/7 Campaign
Four-time FIA Formula One World Champion Lewis Hamilton will spearhead the brand’s Men’s Training business beginning with the 24/7 marketing campaign.
ADA & NBS Fall Athletic Market In Oklahoma City Draws Crowd
The joint event saw over 100 team dealers from the two team buying groups in attendance.
Skechers Appoints CFO
Skechers USA Inc. announced that the company has hired John Vandemore to serve as chief financial officer. This expansion of the Skechers executive team will allow David Weinberg, who had been filling both CFO and COO roles, to focus more attention on the company’s operations
TSG Consumer Partners Completes Investment In Nuun
TSG Consumer Partners (TSG), a private equity firm focused exclusively on the branded consumer sector, has acquired a minority stake in Nuun and Company.
Merrell Makes Key Leadership Appointments
Merrell announced the appointment of Strick Walker to the position of chief marketing officer and Johanna Koeberle to senior product director, Active Lifestyle. Walker was formerly at Patagonia and Koeberle worked for Keen.
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