Acushnet Appoints Keun Chang Yoon To Board
Acushnet Holdings Corp., the parent of Titleist and FootJoy, announced that elected Keun Chang (Kevin) Yoon to serve out the remainder of the late Jon Epstein’s term on the company’s board.
Study Sees Strong Link Between Awards And Labels To Sporting Goods Purchases
A new survey of active consumers across Europe from ISPO finds 75 percent indicating they pay special attention to awards and technical labels such as Gore-Tex, Vibram or bluesign when buying new sporting goods.
Running USA: Traditional Distance Race Participation Sees Some Recovery
The number of runners registering for organized races in the U.S. was down slightly in 2018, continuing a five-year gradual drawback, according to Running USA’s annual U.S. Running Trends report. On the positive side, traditional distances – including the 5K, 10K, and half marathon – all increased year on year, while non-traditional distances and events drove the decline.
Salomon Expands U.S. Footwear Team With Outdoor Commercial Manager Hire
Salomon announced the appointment of George Egan to the new role of U.S. outdoor commercial manager for footwear.
OBIT: FLW Founder Irwin Jacobs
Irwin Jacobs, the founder and CEO of FLW (Fishing League Worldwide) has passed away.
Nike Close To Signing Record Deal With Liverpool
Nike is expected to replace New Balance as the kit supplier of the famed English Premier League soccer club, Liverpool.
Ross Stores Announces Departure Of President And COO
Ross Stores Inc. announced that Michael O’Sullivan, the company’s president and chief operating officer since 2009, has resigned from the company and its Board of Directors effective immediately to accept a position with another company.
The Buckle Sees Slight Comp Gain In March
The Buckle Inc. announced that comparable store net sales for the 5-week period ended April 6 increased 0.5 percent year over year. Net sales remained flat at $82.3 million.
Fila Appoints Jennifer Estabrook President, North America
Fila appointed Jennifer Estabrook, chief operating officer, as North America president.
Adidas To Sponsor The Premier Lacrosse League
Adidas has signed a multi-year partnership to become the official athletic footwear and apparel brand of the new Premier Lacrosse League (PLL). The six-team league starts in June.
Yue Yuen’s Revenues Expand In March
Yue Yuen Industrial Ltd. reported sales rose 2.9 percent in March to $879.7 million from $855.0 million.
Asics To Return As Presenting Sponsor Of Los Angeles Marathon
Asics announced a five-year sponsorship deal to return as the official footwear and apparel partner and presenting sponsor of the Los Angeles Marathon beginning in 2020. Skechers Performance, a division of Skechers, took over sponsorship of the marathon in 2016.
Under Armour Earns Upgrade On Improved Profit Outlook
Citigroup on Wednesday upgraded Under Armour on signs that its focus on profits is taking root and will pay off. The upgrade came a day after B. Riley reiterated its “Sell” rating on the stock as that firm’s annual brand survey found Under Armour losing ground to competitors.
James Gatto Settles Damages Claims
James Gatto, the former Adidas executive, agreed to pay $342,438 in restitution to Kansas, Louisville and N.C. State after being convicted on felony charges of wire fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud last October.
Bullish Report On Outdoor Apparel Sector
A new study from Stifel finds outdoor apparel consumers generally rate apparel and footwear brands in the outdoor category with high regard and place particular importance on versatility, comfort and style. The top four brands identified as primary outdoor apparel brands in an accompanying survey were Nike, Columbia, The North Face and Under Armour.
