REI’s Michel Collins Wins OIA Chairman’s Award
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) presented Michael Collins, former vice president of public affairs for REI, with the prestigious OIA Chairman’s Award last evening at the Capitol Summit…
Sports Authority Plans Grand Openings for San Juan and Carolina, PR
Sports Authority announced the grand opening of its two newest locations in San Juan, PR and Carolina, PR this past Saturday, Apr. 5…
Branches Appoints Jack Wisse National Sales Manager
Branches, LLC, the maker of canoe, kayak and stand-up paddles, appointed Jake Wisse to the position of national sales manager for its paddlesports products…
Bass Pro Shops to Open Sportsman’s Center in Decatur, Alabama
Bass Pro Shops to Open Sportsman's Center in Decatur, Alabama…
Bill Hicks and Co., Ltd. Offering the Full Line of Adams Arms
Bill Hicks & Co., Ltd., a full-line distributor of wholesale sporting goods, announces that they will now carry the full line of Adams Arms products…
Pacific Cycle Partners with Hoffman Bikes
Pacific Cycle, a division of Dorel Industries Inc., together with one of the world’s best BMX Freestyle riders and founder of Hoffman Bikes Mat Hoffman, have partnered to expand Hoffman’s complete line of bikes specifically for the Independent
Sof Sole Announces Schedule of Events for Rock ‘n’ Roll Raleigh Marathon and ½ Marathon
Sof Sole, a division of Implus Corporation, announced a series of events this week as part of its sponsorship of the inaugural Rock ’n’ Roll Raleigh Marathon & 1/2 Marathon this week. The Triangle-based accessories manufacturer has been the Of
Medical Community Supports the PHIT America Mission
Some of the world’s leading doctors have stepped up to proclaim that physical inactivity is the leading health issue for the 21st Century. As a result, it’s absolutely necessary that all Americans must understand and appreciate the value of a
Louisville Slugger Signs on as Baseball Player University Sponsor
Louisville Slugger has teamed with Baseball Player University (BPU) TV, an instructional baseball show aimed at bringing professional level baseball training to all levels of athletes, as the show launches its fourth season…
ClubCrown Expands Brand Ambassador Program
After recently establishing its Brand Ambassador Program to promote and sell its crown graphic technology on golf clubheads, ClubCrown by Vive has announced that they are quickly filling territory slots…
OBIT: Shoe Carnival’s Mark Lemond
Former CEO and President of Shoe Carnival Mark Lemond has died. Lemond worked at the company for 25 years, before he retired in 2012…
Sportsman’s Warehouse Sets IPO Price Range
Sportsman's Warehouse Holdings, Inc. announced that it plans to sell 12.5 million shares in its initial public offering at a projected price range of $11.00 to $13.00. At the midpoint of the price range, the offering will raise $150 million and set t
Icebreaker Names Global Marketing Chief
Icebreaker named Louise Kuegler chief marketing officer, global marketing effective in mid-April 2014…
The Jones Group Shareholders Approve Merger With Sycamore Partners
The Jones Group Inc. announced that, at today's special meeting, The Jones Group shareholders overwhelmingly voted to approve the agreement pursuant to which affiliates of Sycamore Partners will acquire The Jones Group for $15.00 per share in cash…
The North Face Opens Explore Fund Grant Applications
The North Face announced the opening of the 2014 Explore Fund grant-giving program, which will provide $250,000 in grants to non-profit organizations committed to inspiring the next generation of youth with a passion and stewardship for the outdoors…