Collegiate Licensing Pioneer Bill Battle Passes
Battle helped the University of Alabama create a licensing department, which led to his founding of the Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC) and what became a multi-billion dollar industry for collegiate licensing.
Topgolf Opening Soon on Peninsula Overlooking San Francisco Bay
The newest location, in Burlingame, CA, will open on December 13, making it Topgolf’s 107th global outdoor venue, featuring 108 outdoor climate-controlled hitting bays spanning three levels, overlooking the San Francisco Bay.
EXEC: JD Sports Completes Acquisition of Largest Sneaker Retailer in France
The company has completed its acquisition of Groupe Courir S.A.S. following receipt of conditional clearance from the European Commission on October 22, 2024 and the satisfaction of all other outstanding conditions.
Stretch Zone Opens in Trophy Club, Texas
U.S.-based assisted stretching brand, announced the opening of its newest location in Trophy Club, TX, owned and operated by franchisee Danny Leverett, a multi-unit Stretch Zone owner.
Report: Black Friday In-Store Shopper Traffic Falls 8.2 Percent Year-over-Year
The brand’s ShopperTrak Analytics insights show that U.S. shopper visits were down 3.9 percent from November 24 through November 29, in line with the in-store traffic trends seen year-to-date (down 3.0 percent year-over-year).
Reports: Black Friday Online Shopping Breaks Records as Brick & Mortar Traffic Wanes
At first glance, it appears that Black Friday weekend did not materialize as hoped or expected this year as e-commerce came out the clear winner for Black Friday and brick & mortar sales suffered for the official start of the Christmas holiday shopping season.
Avenue Sports Fund and Playmaker Fund Partner to Source and Fund Sports Opportunities
The Fund’s athlete team includes Stephen Curry, Lauren Holiday, Harry Kane, Candace Parker, Michael Strahan and Lindsey Vonn.
Nike Taps Makeup Artist and Creator to Reimagine the Air Max Dn Silhouette
Isamaya Ffrench, the British makeup artist and creator, worked with Nike on creating new colorways of the latest Nike Air Max Dn.
Rally House Opens New Storefront in Minneapolis
Rally House Maple Grove Crossing opened on November 27. The retailer entered the Minnesota market this year with its first store in Tamarack Village in Woodbury. Today, it operates five stores in the state.
The Lycra Company Introduces Lycra EcoMade Bio-Based Fiber
The company will launch its bio-based Lycra EcoMade Fiber at the ISPO Munich trade fair, which will take place from December 3 to 5, 2024. Live!, the sustainable clothing brand’s Upfit capsule collection, includes leggings, a top, and a jumpsuit made with Lycra’s bio-derived EcoMade fiber.
Sprung Gym Flooring Opens Ireland Headquarters
The provider of gym flooring solutions said the office, located in Sandyford, Dublin, will serve as the company’s headquarters in Ireland, to support demand for its gym flooring product line across commercial and residential sectors.
Topgolf Breaks Ground on New Ohio Location
Topgolf has broken ground on a two-level venue located in Avon, OH, approximately 20 miles west of downtown Cleveland. This will be the fifth Topgolf venue in Ohio.
Boston Pickle Club to Open Second Facility in Norwell
The indoor pickleball facility will open in December in Norwell for the South Shore community. This is the company’s second indoor club. The first location is in Boston’s Hyde Park.
Puma Signs Long-Term Partnership With the Portuguese Football Federation
Starting in 2025, Puma will equip all male, female and youth teams as well as the Federation’s futsal, beach football and E-Sports teams.
EXEC: Golden Goose Gets Double-Digit EBITDA Boost in YTD Period as DTC Stores Lead
EMEA accounted for 49 percent of the Group’s net revenues in the YTD period, while the Americas contributed 38 percent in total revenues. The Americas region posted double-digit growth in the DTC channel due to new store openings and positive retail year-over-year comps.
