Sports South Names Frederick President
Sports South, L.L.C., a leading distributor of arms, ammunition and accessories, has named Walter Frederick as president. Frederick previously served as executive vice president…
Illinois Enacts Law to Bolster Physical Education in Schools
A new Illinois law aims to strengthen physical education in the state's schools. Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn has signed a law that calls for the creation of an “Enhance Physical Education Task Force,” in an effort to improve the state's physical edu
Globe International Ltd. Turns in Flat FY 2012
Globe International Limited, an Australian maker of apparel, footwear and skateboards, reported net sales for the year slipped 6 percent to $AUD82.3 million ($85mm), mainly due to the strengthening of the Australian dollar. Sales in North America declined
Petrick Returns to K2 Sports to Lead Expansion
Tim Petrick has rejoined K2 Sports in the newly created role of president, global sales and marketing, where he will oversee a substantial expansion into new products and overseas markets being bankrolled by parent company Jarden Corp. Petrick, who recent
Ford to Award $150,000 to NGOs via Parkfinder Mobile App
As part of an ongoing partnership with American Park Network, Ford Explorer will donate $150,000 to Boy Scouts of America, the National Wildlife Federation, Outdoor Nation and Student Conservation Association depending on how park lovers vote…
Finish Line Appoints VP, Digital Technology
The Finish Line, Inc. announced that Harvey Bierman has joined the company as vice president, digital technology. Bierman has more than 20 years of retail experience, including an extensive background in the footwear industry. He comes to Finish Line afte
Billabong Posts FY Loss, Reveals Turnaround Plan
Billabong International Limited reported a net loss after tax of $275.6 million in the twelve months ended June 30 while also announcing its Transformation Strategy for the company…
Freedom Group Names Director of Consumer and Retail Parts
Freedom Group, Inc., the firearms industry leader with brands including Remington, Bushmaster, DPMS and Marlin as well as Mountain Khakis, has named Danny Evans as its director of consumer and retail parts…
Emerging Men’s Brands Boost Pacific Sunwear’s Q2 Comps
To continue distinguishing itself from other teen retailers and sustain its turnaround, Pacific Sunwear of California will continue adding California-inspired lifestyle brands, the company’s CEO said last week…
Tilly’s Ups 2012 Store Openings After Better than Expected Q2
Tilly's Inc., which entered the Chicago, Minneapolis and Atlanta markets in the second quarter, said it is accelerating its store expansion plans in the wake of better than expected second quarter results…
Wolverine Brands Drove Growth at Australia’s RCG Corporation in FY’12
RCG Corporation Limited of Australia announced a record profit for the year ended July 1 with a big boost from its wholesale division, which distributes Merrell and other Wolverine Worldwide footwear down under…
US Sailing and Sperry Top-Sider Sign Sponsorship Extension
US Sailing, the national governing body of the sport, and Sperry Top-Sider have agreed on a new multi-year sponsorship deal. Sperry Top-Sider remains the official footwear provider of US Sailing…
Sanuk Surfing Team Expands with California Native Kilian Garland
Sanuk, a division of Deckers Outdoor Corporation, announced the addition of Kilian Garland to its fast growing surf team…
Confluence Watersports Parent Refinances Recourse Debt
American Capital, Ltd., which has owned a controlling interest in Confluence Watersports since 2005, completed the refinancing of all of its recourse debt with a new four-year $600 million institutional term loan facility with J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A.
OIA Hires Corporate Responsibility Coordinator
Outdoor Industry Association has hired Meghan Clough as corporate responsibility coordinator. She began her new position at the end of July. This brings the corporate responsibility department to two full-time employees, reflecting OIA’s commitment
