Former Golf Galaxy Chief Exits Dick’s Sporting Goods, Inc.
Peter Whitsett, formerly EVP – global merchandising and division president of Golf Galaxy, has left Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. Whitsett's responsibilities will be realigned under the leadership of Chairman and CEO Ed Stack, and President and CO
Cybex Plans to Fight Latest Nasdaq Delisting Action
Cybex International, Inc. has received a determination letter from the Nasdaq Stock Market indicating that the company has not regained compliance with the minimum stockholders' equity requirement of $10 million for continued listing on the Nasdaq Gl
Powderhorn Names The Turner Agency as Rock Mountain Rep
Powderhorn named The Turner Agency as its new sales agency for the Rocky Mountains…
Marika Signs Laila Ali as Endorser
Marika, the women's activewear company, has signed a multi-year endorsement deal with Laila Ali…
Shoe City Promotes Don Heasley to President
Shoe City, with 30 regional stores in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia, has promoted Don Heasley, former vice president and COO, to president. Greg Greenberg, formerly the men’s footwear buyer, was promoted to the newly created general merchandi
Adidas Partners with Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts Inc. and Adidas Originals announced a one-of-a-kind lifestyle and gaming partnership for Need for Speed The Run. Combining the cultural expertise of both brands, consumers will not only see the iconic Adidas Superstar shoes in Need for Spe
Avid Fans Study Identifies Fan Base for Niche Sports
American sports fans have been opening their minds and wallets to a host of diverse sports, including figure skating, gymnastics, men's golf, high school sports and pro boxing, according to a new study from Scarborough Sports Marketing focusing on “A
Chris Licata Named President Tecnica Blizzard USA
Tecnica Group USA announced that effective immediately Chris Licata becomes president of the Tecnica Blizzard divisions of the Tecnica Group. Licata, who formerly held top positions at Salomon and Dynastar/Lange, began working as an advisor to the brands
Outdoor Industry Leaders Convene in Portland, Benefit Five Local Organizations
In keeping with a long-standing tradition, Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) and Timberland partnered on Thursday to host the OIA Rendezvous Timberland Service Project in Portland…
Outdoor Research Revamps Website
Outdoor Research, the outdoor apparel maker, this week launched a new web site offering customers a stronger brand experience, more in-depth product information, additional tools to help navigate the product collection, and greater social media integratio
Under Armour Launches Free HS Uniforms Contest
Under Armour announced the start of a nationwide contest to find its next “Undeniable” high school athletic program to outfit. The brand is searching for a high school that has the athletic pride and the determination…
TYR Signs Four Time World Champion Craig Alexander
TYR Sport Inc. announced a sponsorship agreement with four-time Ironman World Champion Craig Alexander…
Smith and Wesson to Divest Perimeter Security Division
Just one week after announcing the head of its firearms division would take the leadership reins for the overall company Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation has made the decision to divest its perimeter security business in order to focus on its core firea
The Buckle Posts Double-Digit Comp Sales Gain In September
The Buckle, Inc. reported that comparable store net sales increased 10.3 percent for the five-week period ended October 1, 2011 versus the year-ago period. Net sales for the fiscal month increased 13.0 percent to $98.4 million from net sales of $87.1 mill
Sportfishing Industry Applaulds Gulf of Mexico Recovery Legislation
The sportfishing industry commended the bi-partisan House of Representatives members from the five Gulf Coast states for their efforts to direct much-needed funding to the Gulf of Mexico region for economic and environmental recovery in the aftermath of t
