UST (United Sports Technologies), the Fort Worth, Texas-based supplier of graphite golf shafts, has appointed three employees in the areas of project management, global logistics and product design…
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TaylorMade-adidas Golf to Acquire Ashworth, Inc
In a move that is likely to alter the composition of two of golf’s most recognizable brands, Ashworth Inc. has agreed to sell all remaining outstanding shares to the TaylorMade-adidas Golf Company. Ashworth, a staple in the golf apparel industry for the p
Used Equipment Sees Increased Consumer Interest
The credit crisis, see-sawing stock market and upcoming presidential election are causing consumers to monitor their wallets during these uncertain times. As a result, consumers find themselves looking for cheaper ways to purchase sporting goods, as well
Hawk Buys a Birdhouse
Professional skateboarder Tony Hawk has acquired all interest in the Birdhouse Skateboards brand from Blitz Distribution, Inc. after an agreement with business partner of 15 years Per Welinder, a former professional skateboarder with Powell Skateboards…
Wolverine Bolsters Patagonia Footwear Team
Wolverine World Wide’s Outdoor Group promoted Craig Throne from GM of its Patagonia Footwear brand to VP of global marketing and replaced him with Bill Dodge, who oversaw Timberland's former GoLite Footwear venture. Dodge will oversee all business op
Shoe Pavilion To Liquidate
Shoe Pavilion, which filed for bankruptcy in July, plans to close all its stores after 29 years in business. The retailer said on Monday that it has commenced a going-out-of-business sale in all 64 of its locations…
VF Corp. Q3 Net Climbs 11.8%; Slashes Q4 Guidance
VF Corp. saw an 11.8% gain in third quarter earnings on a 6% revenue gain. However, due to a “significant deepening of the global financial crisis and worsening economic conditions taking a heavy toll on consumer confidence and spending in many markets ar
NRF Calls on Congress to Pass Stimulus Legislation
The National Retail Federation called on Congress to hold a “lame duck session” to address the nation’s economy as soon as possible after the November elections, and to include tax relief for consumers in any economic stimulus package that is adopted…
Victorinox Lands Swiss Army Knife Contract
Victorinox AG said it signed a contract in early September to produce the new soldier's knife for the Swiss Army. The contract was let by armasuisse, the procurement, technology and real estate centre of the Swiss Federal Department of Defence, Civil
REI Launches Music Playlist
REI has launched REIGoPlaylist.com, a website offering the complimentary download of a 10-song playlist to inspire snow sports and music lovers alike while skiing the slopes. REI teamed with Burton, K2, Marmot, Ride, Rossignol, Smith, Salomon, The North F
Gen. Norm Lezy Joins ProLink’s Strategic Advisory Board
ProLink Solutions, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ProLink Holdings Corp. and a provider of GPS golf course management systems and digital out-of-home on-course advertising, announced that retired United States Air Force Lieutenant General Norm Lezy has joi
The SportsOneSource Debate: The Election
Turns out our industry is about as divided as the rest of the country around which Presidential candidate is best qualified to steward our country. Late last week, SportsOneSource queried subscribers asking how the election of John McCain or Barack Obama
GSI Commerce Acquires Competitor Innotrac
GSI Commerce Inc. has agreed to acquire Innotrac Corp, an e-commerce fulfillment provider based in Duluth, GA. GSI, based in King of Prussia, PA, will pay $52 million in cash and stock and assume $9.9 million in debt. Innotrac had net debt of $9.9 millio
U.S. House Calls for Imports Monitoring…
In a possible sign that anti-trade forces may be gaining steam, Charles Rangel (D-NY), chairman of the Ways and Means Committee in the U.S. House of Representatives, asked the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) to start tracking and reporting data
The SportsOneSource Debate: The Election
Turns out our industry is about as divided as the rest of the country around which Presidential candidate is best qualified to steward our country. Late last week, SportsOneSource queried subscribers asking how the election of John McCain or Barack Obama