Nike Speaks Out Against Paris Climate Accord Withdrawal
Nike issued a formal statement opposing the President Donald Trump’s intention to withdraw the United States from the Paris Climate Accord.
Under Armour And Sport Chek Launch Search For 2018 Canadian Youth Ambassadors
The 2nd annual Team UA NEXT Canada Powered by Sport Chek campaign kicked off to find the NEXT generation of Under Armour athletes. Seven to 12-year-old hard-working athletes are eligible.
Lululemon Q1 Boosted By Enlite Run Bra Launch
Shares of Lululemon climbed $5.62, or 11.6 percent, to $54.29 Friday in over-the-counter trading after the yoga-themed retailer reported the momentum regained in the first quarter continued through the second with the help of strong launches. Management raised its guidance for the full year.
Aisle Talk, Week Of May 29
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
Bauer Gets New CEO
Peak Achievement Athletics Inc., the successor company to Performance Sports Group, appointed Edward G. Kinnaly as the CEO of the Bauer, Cascade and Maverik businesses, effective June 1. The new owners of Peak Achievement Athletics are searching for a separate CEO to manage the Easton business.
OIA Criticizes Exit From Paris Climate Agreement
In response to the withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement, Amy Roberts, executive director at Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), in a letter stated that President Trump “has abandoned the United States’ leadership on this critical issue and has ignored the voice of individuals and businesses across the country, including many in the outdoor industry.”
SFIA Partners with RISE Talent For Recruitment
To address the need for more focused recruitment and provide added value to member companies, the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), announced a new partnership with RISE Talent Acquisition.
Finish Line Youth Foundation Donates $409,750 In Q1
The Finish Line Youth Foundation announced its award of $159,750 in grants and $250,000 in donations for Special Olympics in the first quarter of 2017. The 22 grants to youth organizations in 13 states support healthy lifestyles and youth development. The Foundation’s financial commitment to Special Olympics supports fitness initiatives that focus on helping athletes […]
Lululemon Takes Charge To Restructure Ivivva
Lululemon Athletica Inc. reported first-quarter results that exceeded Wall Street targets but also announced it would take a charge to close the majority of its Ivivva girls locations.
Product Drops Available This Week
SGB has highlighted just a few of the many product drops becoming available this week.
USA Volleyball Launches New Marketing Effort
USA Volleyball (USAV), the National Governing Body for volleyball by both the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and the Federation Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB), has retained Zito Partners and InterperformancesUSA (IPZ) to assist in its branding and marketing efforts.
Dick’s Sets Grand Opening Of Five New Stores In Two States
Two stores will open in Miami, FL; and one each in Torrance, CA; Sunrise, FL; and Aventura, FL.
Youth Tennis, Cardio Tennis Shine In Latest Tennis Participation Report
Among the bright spots in the most recent annual tennis participation study by the Physical Activity Council is a 7.2 percent increase in youth tennis players and a 16.7 percent increase in Cardio Tennis players over the past year.
Dick’s Partners With US Youth Soccer
The partnership with US Youth Soccer expands Dick’s Team Sports HQ’s community and technology support of youth soccer nationwide to nearly four million players, volunteers, coaches and their families.
Adidas Introduces Forgefiber Stitching Technology
Adidas introduced Forgefiber, an innovative stitching technology that efficiently provides precise fit and support in performance footwear.
