Under Armour Opens Wisconsin Brand House
Under Armour will open its first Brand House in Wisconsin at 610 State Street in Madison on September 2, steps away from the University of Wisconsin.
Oofos Hires Deckers Duo To Head International Sales
Oofos, a pioneer in the recovery footwear space, appointed Giles Cundell and Kelly Lopes Da Silva, to head up its International Sales Division. Both serve as Directors of UK based Sport Factory Ltd. Both also join Oofos from Deckers Brands.
Genesco Lowers Guidance On Weak Trends At Journeys
Genesco Inc said that due to adverse fashion shifts at Journeys and poor trading conditions at Schuh, its U.K. chain, it’s lowering its EPS outlook for the year.
Sports Authority Executives Get Their Bonus
After considerable litigation, a federal judge approved a modified bonus program that will pay top executives of the bankruptcy retailer up to $1,425,000.
Performance Sports Gets Extension on Late Filing
Performance Sports Group Ltd. said it received 60-day extension from its lenders to file its Annual Report on Form 10-K, avoiding a default.
Shoe Carnival Narrows Outlook on Weak Back-To-School Start
Delayed buying hits athletic footwear sales, too, but rebound seen in August. “For the first time I can remember, footwear sales accelerated a day or two prior to school starting.”
Fleet Feet Opens Store In San Diego
With the addition of the San Diego location, Fleet Feet Sports now has a total of six locations in southern Californi
Newell Brands Names VP Of Communications
Tom Sanford is the latest high-profile appointment since the April acquisition of Jarden Corp. and its $2.74-billion-a-year sporting goods business.
CODI Completes 5.11 Tactical Acquisition
Compass Diversified Holdings Inc. (NYSE:CODI) closed on its $400 million acquisition of the tactical products company.
Brunswick Completes Indoor Cycling Group Acquisition
Brunswick Corporation (BC) completed its acquisition of Indoor Cycling Group (ICG), a market leader specializing in the design of indoor cycling equipment.
NuGo Nutrition Acquires Promax Nutrition Bars
Promax is one of the original, great-tasting high protein sports bars and has been a mainstay in the sports nutrition category for more than 20 years.
Australian Retailer Reports Accelerating Comps
Fiscal 2015 and year-to-date results reported by Super Retail Group show demand for athletic and outdoor gear strengthening down under.
Columbia Releases Manchester United Line
Columbia Sportswear released its long-awaited line in partnership with football club Manchester United. The outerwear line is targeted at fans and includes 17 styles of jackets and shells for men, women and children.
Fitbit Opens Headquarters In Dublin, Hires Managing Director
Fitbit, Inc. is opening its Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. In conjunction with the opening, the group appointed a new Managing Director, Des Power.
Crunch Opens Doors In Athens, GA
Crunch, the health club chain, will open its newest franchise location at 196 Alps Road, in Athens, GA.
