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Brrr! Launches at Dillard’s

Brrr!, Inc., an Atlanta-based women-owned fashion-technology company started by former Spanx executives, has launched Brrr! Basics, its women's ready-to-wear collection, and an accessories line in several Dillard's…

Nike Extends Partnership with NWSL

Nike extended its partnership with the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), the world’s leading women’s professional soccer league,through the 2019 season…

RECALL: 400 Wishbone Recycled Bikes

Wishbone Design Studio Limited of Yardville, NJ has recalled about 400 of its Wishbone Recycled Bikes for kids because the handlebar can pinch fingers placed at the center where the handlebar connects to the bike frame…

USTR Releases Summary of TPP Objectives

The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) released a summary of U.S. objectives of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) that could have wide ranging and potentially profound impact on the sporting goods industry…

Nike Q1 Blows Past Street Estimates

Nike Inc. reported earnings rose 22.6 percent in the first quarter ended August 31, to $1.8 billion, or $1.34 a share, easily above Wall Street's consensus estimate of $1.19. Revenues rose 14 percent on a currency-neutral basis with Nike Brand ahead

Mammut North America Hires Sales Director

Mammut North America hired Andrew D’Acquisto as sales director. He will continue to work from Salt Lake City, UT, where he had been serving as the National Sales Manager for Chums/Beyond Coastal…

Running Specialty Group to Rebrand Banners to JackRabbit

The Running Specialty Group (RSG), an operating segment of The Finish Line, Inc., announced a strategic, gradual rebranding initiative to evolve its entire family of specialty running destinations under one unified brand – JackRabbit. The company will beg

Adidas Launches Recycling Initiative

Adidas launched Sport Infinity, a three-year research program to develop soccer cleats that can be repeatedly recycled, use no chemical adhesives and create no waste…

J. C. Penney Promotes John Tighe to Chief Merchant

J. C. Penney Company Inc. promoted John Tighe to executive vice president, chief merchant, effective Oct. 1. Tighe most recently served as senior vice president and senior general merchandise manager for the men's, children's, footwear, handbag