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USPSA Approves SandW MandP Pro Series Pistols for Production Division Competition
The U.S. Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) said the Smith & Wesson Pro Series M&P pistol has been approved for competition in the Production Division…
Maverik Showtime Lacrosse Returns for Second Year
Maverik Lacrosse said its second annual Maverik Showtime Lacrosse – “National Recruiting Spotlight” is scheduled to start on July 13th and run through July 16th at the campus of Western Connecticut State University, in Danbury, CT…
JJB Sports Looking to Raise Capital
JJB Sports, the U.K. sports retailer, is considering selling new shares as one of “a range of possible options” to provide more cash for the group…

Former Crocs CEO Leaves Board
Crocs Inc.’s former CEO has resigned from the company’s board of directors, according to a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. Snyder left the board for personal reasons and not because of any disagreement with the company…
Klip America Names General Manager
Klip America, the worldwide licensee for Volkl and Boris Becker tennis equipment, bags and accessories, appointed Brian Dillman to the newly-created position of general manager of Klip America, effective July 1. Dillman will establish a Midwest office an

Acushnet Co. to Cut 77 Positions
Acushnet Co., the maker of Titleist golf balls, will reduce its work force at its distribution center and two local ball plants by 77 positions, company officials told the Standard Times of New Bedford…
Hi-Tec Sees Contraction in U.S. Business, Sharp Gains in U.K. Outdoor
Hi-Tec plc is reporting that worldwide wholesale revenues rose 9% to approximately $240 million in 2008 from approximately $220 million in 2007. U.S. wholesale revenues…
Keen Appoints New GM of Europe Division
Keen Inc. has appointed John Jansen to the newly created position of General Manager for Keen Europe. In his new role as the Head of Keen Europe, Jansen will take full responsibility for the brand, the business, and the team in Europe. He will be based in
Big Agnes Expands Warehouse
Big Agnes Inc., sleeping bags, pads and tents manufacturer, has expanded its warehouse by 60% to meet increased shipping demands. Additionally, the company has moved to 100% wind power at its corporate office and warehouse locations…
Antigua Extends License Agreement in Canada
The Antigua Group, Inc. finalized a four-year extension of its license agreement with Tournament Sports Marketing of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. This extension continues an 18-year partnership in the Canadian market between the two companies…
JanSport Dealer Climb Participants Reach Summit of Mt. Rainer
JanSport revealed that all fifteen of the participants on its 38th annual Rainier Mountaineering Inc. (RMI) Seminar, June 12-16 in Ashford, WA reached the summit of Mt. Rainier on Tuesday, June 16 at 6:30 a.m. The five-day summit climb, led by senior RMI
NRF, RILA End Merger Talks
The National Retail Federation (NRF) and Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) ended merger plans, according to a letter to NRF members. There were no plans for the groups to merge at any point in the foreseeable future, wrote NRF president Tracy Mul
Fausti USA Adds Ferguson – Keller and Associates
Fausti USA, the importer of Fausti Stefano Arms Company over and under and side by side shotguns, has appointed Ferguson – Keller and Associates for sales representation in the central United States…
Nike Inc. Q4 Profits Decline on Charges; Futures Slide
Nike Inc. revenues slid 7% to $4.7 billion in its fourth quarter ended May 31 from $5.1 billion in the year-ago period. Excluding currency changes, net revenue was flat for the quarter. Fourth quarter net income decreased 30% to $341.4 million, or 70 cen
Federal and Junior Duck Stamps Debut June 26
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will host the First Day of Sale for the 2009-2010 Federal Duck Stamp and Junior Duck Stamp on June 26 at the Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World retail store in Nashville, TN. Bass Pro Shops will also be sponsoring First Day of