Rocky Brands CEO Resigns
Rocky Brands, Inc. announced that Mike Brooks, chairman of the board of directors, has been appointed interim chief executive officer following the resignation of David Sharp as president and chief executive officer.
Under Armour Upbeat About Second Half
Faster-than-expected improvement in the industry’s overall inventory levels bodes well for a pickup in the back half of the year should weather cooperate.
First Woman To Run Boston Returns For 50th Anniversary
Kathrine Switzer, the woman who made history by running in the 1967 Boston Marathon when it was a male-only event, will mark the occasion’s 50th anniversary by running the 121st iteration of the race.
With A Speedy Bankruptcy Exit, PacSun Returns To Private Ownership
The owner of Eddie Bauer, Payless Shoes, Express and Zales, adds the action sports lifestyle retailer to its roster, committing millions, but with plans to close more than 100 stores.
Ugg Brings Back Tom Brady In Fall Ad Campaign
Ugg ambassador and NFL MVP Tom Brady will be featured in a new fall campaign for Ugg For Men (a division of Deckers Brands, NYSE: DECK).
Ultramax Sports Converts To Fleet Feet Sports
Specialty running retailer Ultramax Sports is being converted into a Fleet Feet Sports.
Sports Direct International To Appoint Worker To Board
The United Kingdom largest sporting goods retailer divulged the move at its annual meeting, where 53 percent of shareholders voted against re-electing its chairman.
Rihanna’s Puma Collection Launches With Pop Up Shops
The pop ups are located in New York at 125 West 33rd Street and Los Angeles at 8380 Melrose Avenue.
Will Core Runners Buy The Nike Apple Watch?
The Apple Watch Nike+ pairs Nike Sport Bands with Apple Watch Series 2.
Oofos Partners with Los Angeles Rams
Many of the players and coaches have been seen wearing Oofos during training camp on the hit HBO show Hard Knocks.
Keen Announces 2016 Grantees Of Keen Effect Grant Program
In its third year, program awards 16 non-profit organizations with $100,000 to help connect Keen fans to wild places and preserve them for future generations to be inspired by.
Under Armour Launches Cam Newton Campaign
The spot is part of its “It Comes From Below” series that also featured executions featuring featuring MVP Bryce Harper and one focused on UA Running.
Wolverine World Wide Appoints New Keds President
Wolverine World Wide promoted Gillian Meek to president of Keds. She replaces Christopher Lindner, who in August became president of FootJoy.
PacSun Emerges from Bankruptcy Proceedings
Golden Gate Capital has converted more than 65 percent of its term loan debt into the equity of the reorganized company and has provided a minimum of $20 million in additional capital.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Already Grabbing TSA Share
The chain is experiencing notable sales gains in some categories where Sports Authority previously had a strong presence.
