Avendra Group to Feature Ping Apparel
The Ping Collection, an apparel brand designed and manufactured by Perry Ellis International Inc., will make available its spring 2004 line through selective Avendra golf shop operations…
SGMA Sees Decline in Japan Sports Retail Market
The Japanese like to play golf, go fishing, and enjoy the great outdoors. At least, that's where they are spending their discretionary money. That's the underlying theme of recent statistics released to SGMA International by the Association of
NRF Projects 5.7% Holiday Sales Growth
Citing “several strong months of retail sales growth”, the National Retail Federation said total holiday retail sales are projected to grow by 5.7% over last holiday, bringing holiday spending to $217.4 bn. The increase would be twice the rate of growth
Brunswick Corp. Reaffirms Q3, Year Guidance
Brunswick Corporation senior management, in a meeting with envestors on Tuesday, reviewed the company's strategic objectives and growth prospects and confirmed the company's previously announced earnings estimates for the third quarter of 2003 a
Mavic and adidas Sharing Reps…
In April, adidas announced plans to bring their cycling apparel into the U.S. market. adidas is planning to use the existing Mavic infrastructure to help distribute their goods. Mavic has an extensive network with the independent bike dealer, and adidas
TSA’s Morton Named to Board of Electronics Retailer
Ultimate Electronics, Inc. announced the appointment of John Douglas Morton to its Board of Directors. Morton is vice chairman and chief executive officer of The Sports Authority, Inc…
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
