NSGA Applauds Introduction of PHIT Act in U.S. Senate
The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) applauded U.S. Senators John Thune (R-SD), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Johnny Isakson (R-GA) and Joe Donnelly (D-IN) for introducing the Personal Health Investment Today Act of 2015 (PHIT Act)…
United Sports Brands Steps into Run/Outdoor with Nathan Sports Acquisition
In a shift from its team-sports focus, United Sports Brands last week acquired Nathan Sports, the maker of hydration, visibility and performance gear largely for the running crowd…
Lids Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Lids will celebrate its 20th anniversary alongside customers and fans alike with special in-store events across 13 markets on Nov. 3…
Kohl’s to Open Small-format Stores
Kohl's plans to open five to 10 small-format stores measuring 35,000 square feet and 10 to 15 Fila stores in outlet malls across the country in 2016 as part of its latest initiative…
Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk Raises over $1.4 Million
The Skechers Foundation announced that it has reached a new donation record for the 2015 Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk – surpassing this year’s $1.2 million goal to raise more than $1.4 million for children with special needs and education..
Shimano Raises Guidance on Third Quarter Results
Shimano Inc., which also owns Pearl Izumi, raised its earnings guidance significantly for 2015 Tuesday after reporting net sales increased 19.0 percent for the first nine months of fiscal year 2015…
Shimano Doubles Q3 Profits on ‘Entrenched’ Weak Yen
Shimano Inc. raised its earnings guidance significantly for 2015 saying the weak yen that accounted for the overwhelming bulk of its profit gains in the third quarter has become entrenched…
Altra to Sponsor Western States 100
Altra Footwear has signed on as the exclusive footwear sponsor of the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run held each June in Squaw Valley, CA…
Gander Mountain Announces Executive Promotions
Gander Mountain said Derek Siddons, executive vice president and chief operating officer, will assume the role of president, effective on the retirement of current president Michael J. Owens, on Oct. 31, 2015…
Activist Hedge Fund Buys Big Stake in Cabela’s
Elliott Management Corp. has acquired a significant stake in Cabela’s Inc. and is seeking to explore strategic options with the retailer's board, including a possible sale of…
ABEO Footwear Partners with Celebrity Chef Anne Burrell
ABEO biomechanical footwear, the comfort footwear brand, has announced celebrity Chef Anne Burrell, host of Food Network’s “Worst Cooks in America,” as their new brand ambassador…
NOAA strengthens El Niño predictions for late fall/early winter
This year’s El Niño is shaping up to be one of the strongest on record, forecasters at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center said in a recent update.
Luxottica Grows Q3 Retail Sales Despite Slower Traffic
Luxottica Group S.p.A was able to grow its same-store sales in North America by 3.9 percent in currency-neutral terms in the third quarter despite declining traffic…
Ibex Taps Kaplan As New VP of Sales
Ibex Outdoor Clothing has hired Matt Kaplan as vice president of sales, effective Nov. 4, 2015…
Jordan Brand Opens Chicago Store
Nike said its Jordan Brand opened its first Chicago store at 32 South State Street. The location represents a partnership with Footaction…
