Acushnet Sees 3 Percent Q4 Sales Gain
The parent of Titleist and FootJoy reported fourth quarter net sales of $329.8 million, up 3 percent year over year, or 1.3 percent in currency-neutral basis.
Puma Partners With Foot Locker On WWE-Collection
For its first WWE product drop, Foot Locker will release a collection of Puma product designed by Alexander-John, featuring exclusive art of six WWE Legends
SIMA Study Reveals Online’s Disruption Of Surf Retail
In its first consumer study, SIMA (Surf Industry Manufacturers Association) found that nearly one-third of Americans are inspired by surfing. But it also showed how Amazon and online shopping have completely disrupted the marketplace for surf-inspired consumer access to surf industry brands.
Nike’s Q3 Results Race Past Wall Street Targets
Nike Inc. reported earnings rose 20.1 percent in its third quarter ended February 28, easily exceeding Wall Street’s targets. Earnings were particularly helped by lower spending. Double-digit growth on a currency-neutral basis in Western Europe, Greater China and the Emerging Markets helped make up for a more-modest 3 percent growth in North America.
Under Armour Assists Local P.E. Programs
UA is providing financial assistance in the form of PHIT America GO! Grants to two schools in Baltimore and two schools in Washington, D.C. to jump-start their P.E. programs.
2017 Boston Marathon Street Banners Unveiled
In a departure from the photographic style of recent Boston Marathon banners, this year’s are illustrated, giving a nod to legacy banners from years ago.
Nike Content Manager Joins Flywheel
Flywheel Sports Inc., the indoor cycling studio, appointed Geralyn Coopersmith, most recently Nike’s global director of performance and fitness training, as chief content officer.
MC Sports Retains Firm To Sell Leases
A&G Realty Partners will handle the sale of 58 MC Sports leases in seven states across the Midwest following the retailer’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.
Adidas To Sign Ohio University
Adidas has reportedly reached an agreement to replace Russell Athletic as the uniform supplier for Ohio University.
U.S. Trustee Objects To Hiring Of Gander Mountain Liquidators
The U.S. Trustee in the Gander Mountain bankruptcy case is objecting to Hilco, LLC being retained as the liquidator for its initial closing of 32 stores because the same parent as Hilco, LLC may submit a stalking horse bid for the retailer’s remaining assets.
3N2 Sponsors National Youth Baseball Championships
3N2, an Orlando-based designer and manufacturer of high performance athletic footwear and apparel, has reached sponsorship agreement with the National Youth Baseball Championships (NYBC) and Florida Collegiate Summer League.
The North Face Appoints General Manager, Americas
During his six-plus years at The North Face EMEA, Arens built a successful track record leading The North Face EMEA business where he oversaw sales, marketing, merchandising, product development and direct-to-consumer.
Eddie Bauer Partners With Celebrity Stylist Ilaria Urbinati
Eddie Bauer has reunited with celebrity stylist Ilaria Urbinati to design a limited-edition women’s collection, launching in Fall 2017.
Target To Open Across From Macy’s Herald Square
Target is planing to open a 43,000-square-foot store on 34th Street, directly across from Macy’s famous flagship store.
Stage Stores May Bid For Gordmans
Stage Stores said on Monday in a filing with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Omaha that it might be interested in purchasing a “substantial number” of Gordmans’ 100 stores.
