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Delta Apparel to Close Fayetteville Textile Plant

Delta Apparel, Inc. plans to close its textile manufacturing facility in Fayetteville, NC. In continuing the company’s manufacturing improvement strategy, the company is consolidating the textile production for its M. J. Soffe business, currently produced

RECALL: Outdoor Research Warming Gloves

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Outdoor Research, Inc., has announced a voluntary recall of “Primovolta” and “Primavolta” Warming Gloves. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructe

Confluence Moves Composite Manufacturing to China

Confluence Watersports will be manufacturing the entirety of its composite boat program in China, effective June 2009. While ultimately it is a decision to lower the costs associated with manufacturing composite boats in the Easley, S.C. factory, the com

Dick’s to Close Return Center

Dick's Sporting Goods is closing its 75,000 square foot return center in Conklin, NY in a move to reduce expenses for rent and freight. A spokesman told WBNG News in Binghamton that the warehouse will close by March 31 and twenty jobs are affected…

The Athlete’s Foot Launches Email Fan Club

The Athlete's Foot (TAF) recently launched an email fan club at www.theathletesfoot.com as part of its re-branding initiative. The opt-in program provides members with everything from product and company news to member exclusives, in-store discounts

Finish Line Raises Over $1MM for Youth Foundation

The Finish Line, Inc. reached a new record by raising $1,164,329 for the Finish Line Youth Foundation (FLYF) during its holiday campaign held in stores nationwide and online. From November 7 though December 31, Finish Line customers were invited to “Celeb

Chicago Cubs Sue Under Armour Over Sponsorship

The Chicago Cubs have sued Under Armour for allegedly reneging on a five-year, $10.8 million sponsorship contract to have its logo displayed on the outfield doors in left- and right-center fields. Under Armour disputes the suit, claiming the agreement was

RECALL: Saris Stationary Bicycle Trainers

Saris Cycling Group of Madison, WI, is voluntarily recalling certain models of stationary bicycle trainers, under an agreement with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The trainers are a frame that converts regular bikes into stationary bicycles.

Riddell Sponsors USA Football

Riddell has become the official football helmet and protective equipment partner for USA Football, the sport's national governing body on youth and amateur levels, and its 2009 Junior National Team. The three-year partnership (through 2011) with USA

W. L. Gore Earns Workplace Recognition

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc., announced it has earned a position on FORTUNE magazine's annual list of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” for the 12th consecutive year. Gore is ranked No. 15…

REI Earns Best Company to Work For Recognition

Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) announced that it ranked number 12 on FORTUNE magazine’s 2009 list of “100 Best Companies to Work For.” REI is one of five organizations to be recognized on the list each year since its inception…

Yakima Adds Two New U.S. Distributors

Yakima named two new distributors, The Hawley Company, a bicycle parts and accessories distributor in Lexington, SC and Liberty Mountain, an outdoor distributor of over 600 brands of gear and accessories based in Salt Lake City, Utah. These new distributo

Fila Partners with Tennis Star James Blake

Fila has entered into a collaboration arrangement with ATP World Tour star James Blake to develop a collection of men's apparel and footwear. Blake will collaborate with Fila's design team to create the yet-to-be-named collection that will targe

JJB Sports Expects FY Loss

JJB Sports Plc, the UK sporting goods chain, said it expects a loss before tax and exceptional items between £5 million and £10 million ($7.31 million to $14.62 million) in its year ended Jan. 25. The loss excludes any costs associated with its banking fa

West Marine’s Q4 Comps Slip 5.1%

West Marine, Inc. reported sales slid 6.1% in the fourteen weeks ended Jan. 3, to $111.1 million from $118.3 million for the thirteen weeks ended Dec. 29, primarily due to a $4.9 million decrease in comparable store sales. Comps decreased 5.1%. As compare