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Vail Named #1 Ski Resort Resort in N.A…

SKI Magazine, in their annual “Top 60 Resort Guide,” has named Vail the number one ski resort in North America. “Vail has become America's ultimate ski destination,” says SKI's Executive Editor Greg Ditrinco, who oversees the annual survey…

ITF Re-Elects Ricci Bitti

The Annual General Meeting of the International Tennis Federation, held in
Rio de Janeiro today, 11 September 2003, elected Francesco Ricci Bitti…

Karbon Lands Deal With RCR…

Schure Sports announced that KARBON is the apparel of choice for the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies. RCR owns and operates seven of the premier resorts in Canada; two in BC, three in Alberta and two in Quebec. They will continue to outfit their ski and s

Bauer Nike Hockey Makes Sales Changes

As part of the announced restructuring of its U.S.-based sales and service network, Bauer Nike Hockey has made a number of sales changes. Dedicated reps include Dan Hill in the New York Metro territory, Rob Badger in the Mid Atlantic territory, Ryan Puch

Bauer Nike Hockey Makes Key Management Appointments

As part of its recently announced restructuring of its U.S. Sales & Service organization, Bauer Nike Hockey has announced three key management assignments.

o Tom Maher will be promoted to Reg'l Business Director – U.S.

o Paul Healey is appoin

Bauer Nike Hockey Restructures U.S. Unit

Bauer Nike Hockey announced a restructuring of its U.S.-based sales and service network to further enhance its ability to serve major American markets and maximize retailer profitability. The realignment initiatives, which take place October 1, 2003, inc

Wilson Partners with AEG to Promote WTA Champoinships

Wilson Racquet Sports has signed on to become the Official Grassroots Marketing Partner and consultant for the WTA Championships with AEG. AEG owns and operates the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. where the WTA Championships will be held in November..

Eggers to Serve as Interim GMM at The Athletes Foot

The Athlete's Foot has named industry-veteran Chuck Eggers as General Merchandise Manager. Eggers brings over 28 years of GMM and footwear experience to the retailer. Eggers will oversee both merchandising and marketing. He has joined the company a

Elder-Beerman Stakeholders See Merger Prices Rise

The Elder-Beerman Stores Corp. has entered into an amendment to its existing merger agreement with Wright Holdings, Inc. for the sole purpose of increasing the consideration payable to Elder-Beerman shareholders from $6.00 per share in cash to $7.05 per s

Paul Adams Is TUBBS new Marketing Coordinator

Tubbs Snowshoes has named Paul Adams to the position of Marketing Program Coordinator.
Adams will oversee Tubbs event series, including the Tubbs Romp to Stomp Out Breast Cancer Event Series which has been expanded to five locations this season.

LA Times Launches New Outdoors Section

Southern California is widely recognized for its diverse geography and adventurous outdoor recreation. Starting today, the Los Angeles Times is launching Outdoors, a new weekly section that will be the definitive source of journalism about nature, outdoor

Russell Corp. Issues Profit Warning for Q3

Russell Corporation revised its earnings expectations for the 2003-third quarter and 2003-fiscal year, primarily citing difficult conditions in the Artwear channel. The company now forecasts earnings for the 2003-third quarter ending October 5, 2003 to b

Teva Signs Apparel Licensing Agreement

BHPC Global Licensing, worldwide licensing agent for the Deckers Outdoor Corporation, announced today the signing of a new Teva® license agreement with New York based, Capital Mercury; an established and successful, 40 year old company with offices worldw

ITF Launches New Website

The ITF today relaunches its website as part of its commitment to increase the range and accessibility of tennis information available to all audiences over the internet. Building on the successes of the Official Davis Cup and Fed Cup websites, which are

Accessory Brands Nets NBA Deal

Accessory Brands Inc. announced it had won the license to sell and market the National Basketball Association licensed accessory items. The company did not disclose financial details of the deal but said it covers the NBA, NBA4her, NBA Bigman, and Hardwo