Brooks Honors Two Track Coaches Of The Year
Mark Anderson of Cary Grove High School and Gwen Robertson of Issaquah High School were honored as part of its newly expanded Inspiring Coaches program.
Farm To Feet To Sponsor Blue Ridge Marathon
The race course starts in downtown Roanoke and climbs to the top of Mill and Roanoke Mountains. Following sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the course has a total elevation change of 7,430 feet and is considered America’s toughest road marathon.
Oboz Hires Product Line Manager
Prior to joining Oboz, Dawson Westenskow was responsible for REI’s Camp Gear and Travel Gear categories.
Sports Direct Purchases 7.9 Percent In Finish Line
Sports Direct, which earlier this year agreed to purchase Eastern Mountain Sports and Bob’s Stores in bankruptcy proceedings, has acquired a 7.9 percent stake in The Finish Line Inc., according to a regulatory filing.
Adidas Stirs Anger With Boston Survivors E-Mail
Adidas said in a statement, “Clearly, there was no thought given to the insensitive email subject line we sent Tuesday. We deeply apologize for our mistake. The Boston Marathon is one of the most inspirational sporting events in the world.”
Merrell Founder’s Wife Missing In Grand Canyon
Searchers on Tuesday entered their fourth day searching for the wife of Randy Merrell, who helped found the Merrell Boot Co., in a remote area at the bottom of the Grand Canyon.
Play It Again Parent Sees Q1 Profit Gain
Earnings growth during the first quarter was driven by an increase in customer activity within the company’s lease portfolio and moderate royalty growth in the franchise business.
Bass Pro, Cabela’s Recast Deal To Appease Regulators
Shares of Cabela’s Inc. shot up $3.84, or 7.2 percent, to $57.53 Tuesday after it announced a two-step deal that eases one step in securing regulatory clearance for its mega-merger with Bass Pro.
Silipos Partners With Running Room
The Canadian running and walking retailer will offer a group of products from Silipos Active, a line with focus on the outdoor, active lifestyle launched in March 2017.
Billabong Women’s Global GM To Exit
Susan Branch, Billabong Women’s global general manager since 2014, is stepping down in May.
Skechers Launches Athleisure Collection
Skechers will partner with four new ambassadors – Koya Webb, a fitness model, vegan advocate and former track star; Danette May, a fitness star and social media influencer; superfood guru and yogi Sophie Jaffe; and NY Pilates expert Katie Yip. – as part of the launch.
Bass Pro Lowers Bid For Cabela’s
Cabela’s announced that it has amended the terms of the definitive merger agreement signed on October 3, 2016, under which Bass Pro Shops will acquire Cabela’s.
Under Armour To Outfit Wichita State
Under Armour reached a deal to become as the official all-school outfitter of Wichita State University, beginning July 1, 2017.
HanesBrands Releases 2016 Environmental Performance Data
Compared with its 2007 baseline, the company reduced its energy use by 16 percent, carbon emissions by 16 percent and water use by 25 percent.
Mizuno Opens First U.S. Retail Store In Atlanta
Designed to be an immersive environment that tells the Mizuno story through its gear, the Experience Center engages guests through interactive displays using RFID technology and specialized labs for each sport that allow guests the ability to touch, test and then purchase gear custom fit for them, aiding them in their quest to improve their performance.
