Spyder Elevates Collier to SVP of Product and Design
Spyder Active Sports, Inc. has promoted J.J. Collier to senior vice president of product and design. In his new role, Collier will establish and execute the vision for the leading concept, design, and finishing for the skiwear and premium lifestyle appare
Starter Partners with G-III Apparel to Revive Classic Satin Jacket
Starter has partnered with G-III Apparel Group to revive the classic satin jacket – one of the most iconic team apparel items in the history of sports licensing. The partnership brings G-III Sports President/Founder and former NFL pro Carl Banks full circ
RECALL: 9,600 Columbia Omni-Heat Jackets
Columbia Sportswear is recalling about 9,600 of its 2012 Omni-Heat heated jackets in the United States and 640 in Canada because the heated inner wrist cuff can overheat and pose a burn hazard…
Callaway’s Revenues Slump in Q4
Callaway Golf Co. reported revenues slid 23.4 percent in the fourth quarter, to $118 million. The operating loss grew to $71 million from $50 million a year earlier but were in line with prior guidance. Callaway estimates full year 2013 net sales of appro
Xero Shoes to Appear on ABC’s Shark Tank February 1
The co-founders of Boulder, CO footwear startup, Xero Shoes will appear on ABC’s hit reality-business show, Shark Tank, on Feb. 1st at 9pm ET/8 CT…
Shock Doctor Enters Insoles Category
Shock Doctor, best known for its mouthguards, is moving into the insoles category. The Performance Sport Insoles collection is designed to meet the specific needs of team sport athletes, including specific styles for Cleat (football, baseball and soccer)
Ecco to Sponsor 2013 ATandT Pebble Beach National Pro-Am
Danish brand Ecco has been named “Official Footwear Supplier” to the 2013 AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am taking place Feb. 4-10, and will outfit amateur participants in award-winning BIOM Hybrid, Tour Hybrid and Street Sport models…
Industry Recognizes MEC and Prana Employees for Sustainability Work
The Outdoor Industry Association Sustainability Working Group (SWG) presented its inaugural Individual Contribution Awards last week during Outdoor Retailer Winter Market in Salt Lake City. Greg Scott of Mountain Equipment Co-op and Nicole Bassett of Pran
Far Banks Enterprises CEO Receives Advocacy Award from OIA
Far Bank Enterprises President and CEO Travis Campbell has received the Advocacy Leadership Award from the Outdoor Industry Association for helping amplify the voice of the outdoor industry on Capitol Hill…
NFL Players Association, Harvard Planning $100 Million Concussion Study
The National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) has awarded Harvard Medical School a $100 million grant to create a transformative 10-year initiative — Harvard Integrated Program to Protect and Improve the Health of NFLPA Members. The program aim
Pensole Footwear Launches Footwear Design Courses
Pensole Footwear Design Academy, based in Portland, OR, announced the launch of a series of professional development courses by the name of Pensole Capsoles. The courses will be held in conjunction with the Two Ten Footwear Foundation and the NW/NE Appare
R.L. Winston Rod Co. Appoints VP Sales/Marketing
The R.L. Winston Rod Company said David Heller has joined the company as VP of sales & marketing…
Brooks Sports Shifts Organizational Structure
Brooks Sports, Inc. announced it will realign its organization, creating global functions while managing its business divisions by geography. Effective Feb. 1, Brooks Sports will officially change its structure to support four key global functions: produc
NRF Forecasts Slower Retail Sales Growth in 2013
The National Retail Federation projected retail industry sales, excluding automobiles, gas stations, and restaurants, will increase 3.4 percent, or slightly less than the preliminary 4.2 percent growth seen in 2012. The association said consumers will adj
Delta Apparel Appoints President and COO
Delta Apparel, Inc., the parent of M.J. Soffe, appointed Steven E. Cochran to president and chief operating officer of the company effective immediately. Robert Humphreys will continue as Delta Apparel, Inc.’s chairman and chief executive officer…
