Spenco Donates Shoes To Hurricane Victims Through Soles4Souls
The company shipped 1,000 pairs of new men’s and women’s sandals and shoes on October 12 to a Soles4Souls distribution center in Texas.
Under Armour Extends Partnership With Utah Athletics
Under Armour becomes the official outfitter of Utah’s varsity intercollegiate athletic programs through June 2027.
Falling British Pound Hurts Sports Direct; CFO Resigns
Extreme swings in the pound are expected to reduce earnings by £15 million next year, the company warned.
Sports Direct CFO Resigns
Chief Financial Officer Matt Pearson plans to exit at the end of the year to accept another job.
Newell Brands To Sell Tools Business
The sale comes a week after announcing plans to sell about 10 percent of its portfolio, including the K2, Völkl, Marker and Zoot brands.
Wolverine World Wide Breaks Ground On Big Rapids Plant Expansion
Wolverine will be expanding the facility by 16,000 square feet. The facility makes Bates military footwear and supports Made in the U.S.A. programs for the Wolverine, Hytest and Merrell brands.
Big 5 Sporting Goods Amends Settlement With Stadium Capital
Stadium Capital Management has agreed not to exercise its right to nominate a new board director following the resignation of Dominic DeMarco on September 9.
What’s Your Overtime Plan For The Next Trade Show?
Beyond the larger implications of the updated rules, the active-lifestyle industry will have to address overtime hours at trade shows.
Ugg Again Partners With Rachel Zoe On Lookbook
The designer, stylist and editor curated the lookbook, which was shot in Venice Beach, CA and produced by Wednesday Agency.
Yaktrax, DryGuy, Falke Form Cold Conquerors Team
The ambassadors will receive traction and warming products from Yaktrax, apparel from Falke and a range of dryers from DryGuy.
LaCrosse Footwear Launches New Campaign
Launched in July 2016, the new advertising campaign is a culmination of brand strategy and target research conducted by Shine United to refine the LaCrosse Footwear brand messaging.
Sports Authority Merchant Joins Jo-Ann Fabric And Craft Stores
Robert Will was previously senior vice president, general merchandising manager at Sports Authority in charge of hardgoods, licensed apparel, and golf apparel.
Cross Training Footwear Heats Up, Gold’s Gym And Vibram Join Race
A new hybrid contender entered the ring today as iconic health club Gold’s Gym inked a collaboration with Vibram, creator of the FiveFinger shoe.
Bass Pro Commits To Jobs In Nebraska
CEO Johnny Morris reassured employees that the merged company would retain a significant amount of operations in Nebraska.
Performance Sports Group Shares Rise Amid Takeover Speculation
Brookfield Asset Management Inc., Canada’s largest alternative-asset manager, is exploring purchasing Performance Sports Group Ltd.
