Judge Allows TYR’s Lawsuit to Proceed Against Speedo
A federal judge in California declined to dismiss TYR Sport's antitrust lawsuit against Speedo and USA Swimming over Speedo's record-breaking LZR Racer swimsuit. The decision allows the case to go to trial next year…
Teens Outline Brand Preferences in New Research Report
It would come as no surprise that teenagers rate the Nike and Adidas brands highest in many categories of brand strength, given the brands' global appeal and marketing budgets, but consumers aged 12 to 17 years old were dramatically more likely to be
K-Swiss to Acquire Remaining Interest in Palladium SAS
K-Swiss Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the remaining 43% equity interest in Palladium SAS for 5.0 million Euros in cash plus a potential earn out based on Palladium’s EBITDA for 2012. K-Swiss had previously acquired a 57% equity interes
Finish Line Names Chief Administrative Officer
The Finish Line, Inc. announced that Gary D. Cohen, executive vice president, general counsel and secretary, will assume the newly-created role of chief administrative officer, effective immediately. In his new role, Cohen will oversee the company's
Collective Brands Q1 Sales Slide 7.5%, Adjusted Profits Dip 9.7%
Collective Brands, Inc. reported first-quarter earnings rose to $38 million, or 59 cents a share, from $19.7 million, or 30 cents, a year ago. Adjusting year-ago earnings to exclude nonrecurring charges, earnings were down 9.7% from $42.1 million, or 66 c
OIA: Industry Cautious about Economic Recovery
In a survey released by the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), small businesses reported they have lowered revenue expectations, reduced inventory levels, and believe their businesses will rebound later than they expected last fall…
Collective Brands Q1 Sales Slide 7.5%, Adjusted Profits Dip 9.7%
Collective Brands, Inc. reported first-quarter earnings rose to $38 million, or 59 cents a share, from $19.7 million, or 30 cents, a year ago. Adjusting year-ago earnings to exclude nonrecurring charges, earnings were down 9.7% from $42.1 million, or 66 c
The North Face Supports National Camping Month
The North Face will be holding free educational events, community activities and a sweepstakes during June as part of National Camping Month, an initiative to encourage and inspire Americans of all ages to get outdoors. The North Face retail stores will b
Peregrine Outfitters Names New Sales and Marketing Manager
Peregrine Outfitters has named Matt King the company's new Sales & Marketing Manager. King returns to Peregrine from New England Footwear (manufacturers of GoLite and Z7 Footwear) where he was VP of Global Sales. He brings a wealth of experience to t
James Easton Donates $2M to UCLA to Fund Carbon Nanotube Research
James L. Easton, chairman and CEO of sports equipment company Jas. D. Easton Inc., has given $2 million to the UCLA Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science to fund research on advanced carbon materials for sports equipment and aerospace ap
NSSF Shooting Sports Summit Kicks Off
The National Shooting Sports Foundation’s 2009 Shooting Sports Summit is under way in Weston, FL. Over the next two days, more than 150 leaders from the firearms industry, shooting sports organizations and wildlife conservation groups are joining members
Burton Marketing Chief Joins UFC
Bryan Johnston, former VP of marketing for Burton Snowboards, has been named chief marketing officer for the Ultimate Fighting Championship organization. In this executive position, Johnston will establish and oversee the global marketing strategies and m
G-III Sees Q1 Sales Up 54%; Earnings Hurt by Wilsons Business
G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. said net sales for the first quarter ended April 30 increased by 53.8% to $115.9 million from $75.4 million in the year-ago period. The company’s net loss for the quarter was 41 cents per share compared to a net loss per share of
Gander Mountain Q1 Comps Up 7.4%; Total Sales Driven by 11.6% Retail Growth
Gander Mountain Company retail sales gained 11.6% for the quarter, reflecting strong performance in firearms, ammunition, marine and camping. Comparable store sales grew 7.4% for the quarter. Excluding the -5.4% impact of boat and ATV sales and power spor
Golfsmith to Give Away Free Callaway Drivers if Mickelson or Mediate Win the U.S. Open
Golfsmith International Holdings, Inc. is teaming with Callaway Golf and PGA TOUR professionals Phil Mickelson and Rocco Mediate to give golfers an opportunity to get new drivers, free of charge, in one of the biggest promotions the golf industry has ever
