Golfsmith Files for IPO; Look for ‘GOLF’ on a Ticker Near You…
Golfsmith International Holdings, Inc., last week filed an S-1 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission relating to a proposed initial public offering of its common stock. The company, which expects to trade on the NASDAQ u
Under Armour Promotes Two; Adds Two…
Under Armour, Inc. promoted two key senior executives and added two to the company's management team in the hopes of effectively positioning the business for long-term growth in both domestic and international markets.
Wayne Marino was promoted to E
Paddlers Celebrate the First Signs of Spring…
Temperatures reaching the high 30’s, melting snow, and later sunsets are subtle indicators spring is on the way. But for thousands of paddlesports enthusiasts the real sign winter has ended is Rutabaga’s Canoecopia event. Held in March for more than 20 ye
Great Colorado Snow Boosts Vail’s Second Quarter…
Vail Resorts reported a record breaking fiscal second quarter for both top and bottom line performance. Skier visits were up at all four of Vail’s Colorado resorts, more than offsetting a decline at Heavenly due to some challenging weather over the Christ
NAU is Ready to Make Waves in the Outdoor Industry…
Last year several senior Nike and Patagonia employees resigned their positions and decided to join an unknown start-up company, which was incorporated as “Under The Wire.” Since that time, rumors have been floating around, primarily based on speculation.
Golf Galaxy Completes GolfWorks Acquisition
Golf Galaxy, Inc. has completed its acquisition of The GolfWorks, one of the golf industry's most complete sources for golf club components, clubmaking tools and supplies, and technical information. The purchase price, excluding direct costs of the a
Deckers Names Worley as Teva President
Deckers Outdoor Corporation has hired Peter Worley as Teva Brand President. As such, Mr. Worley will be responsible for all aspects of the Teva brand, reporting directly to President and Chief Executive Officer Angel Martinez. Mr. Worley replaces Carlo Li
Dykes Hired as Sportiva’s Sports Marketing Coordinator
La Sportiva hired Kathy Dykes as their new Sports Marketing Coordinator. Dykes will provide full-time, in-house assistance to Marketing Director, Jonathan Lantz. She will be at the center of La Sportiva’s growing
marketing campaigns, managing all aspects
Sears Holdings Gets Majority Share of Sears Canada
Sears Holdings Corporation's wholly-owned subsidiary SHLD Acquisition Corp. has taken up 10,161,968 common shares of Sears Canada pursuant to its take-over bid, representing approximately 9.5% of Sears Canada's outstanding shares. As a result, S
Outdoor Industry Rendezvous Scheduled for October in Chattanooga
The Outdoor Industry Rendezvous the industry’s largest leadership conference October 11-14, 2006 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to expand network and create new industry colleagues; explore new business tools and techniques; discover models of innovation and p
Palmer 2006 Sales ‘Above Expectations’
While spring riding is on the minds of most snowboarders, winter is still on the minds of Palmer Snowboards’ executives… next winter that is. With SIA behind them and preseason sales well underway, the Palmer sales team is breathing a sigh of relief. 2006
Oakley to Acquire Optical Shop of Aspen
Oakley, Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire all of the outstanding stock of privately held OSA Holding, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary, The Optical Shop of Aspen (OSA). Specific terms of the agreement were not disclosed. The company ex
Warrior Lacrosse Named as Title Sponsor for 2006 World Lacrosse
Warrior Lacrosse will assume title sponsorship of both Team Canada’s men’s field lacrosse team and the 2006 Warrior World Lacrosse Championships in London, Ontario, held from July 13-22. The 2006 Warrior World Lacrosse Championships are hosted every four
Meier to Retire as Kohl’s COO; Will Resign Board Seat
Kohl's Corporation has announced that Arlene Meier plans to retire by the end of 2006. Ms. Meier, who has served as the chief operating officer since 2000 joined the company in 1989. Ms. Meier will continue in her current management capacity until a
Footstar Changes Stock Symbol
Following the company's emergence from Chapter 11 last month, Footstar, Inc. is now trading on the Pink Sheets under the symbol FTAR. The company’s stock formerly traded under the symbol FTSTQ…
