Asics Reopens Tokyo Flagship
The new concept is centered on the Asics ‘Sound Mind, Sound Body’ philosophy and offers consumers a fully integrated sports experience.
Tyr Sport Signs Ryan Lochte
Lochte’s seven individual Olympic medals are second all-time in the sport of men’s swimming.
Finish Line Finds Buyer For JackRabbit
Finish Line expects to incur a pre-tax charge in the fourth quarter of approximately $33 million to $36 million.
Finish Line To Exit JackRabbit
The Finish Line, Inc. announced a plan to exit the unprofitable JackRabbit business, formerly Running Specialty Group. The company has entered into a definitive agreement with affiliates of CriticalPoint Capital, LLC, a Los Angeles based private investment firm.
Travis Campbell Becomes Smartwool’s Brand President
Campbell most recently served as president and CEO of Far Bank Enterprises, an integrated manufacturer and distributor of fly fishing products and owner of the Sage, Redington, and RIO brands.
Performance Sports Group To Be Sold To Stalking Horse Bidder
With the sale to Sagard Capital and Fairfax Financial, the company can continue restructuring efforts initiated by Harlan Kent, who was hired as CEO in June 2016.
Brunswick Corp’s Fitness Segment Benefits From Acquisition Synergies
Mark Schwabero, Brunswick’s Corp’s chairman and CEO, said last week’s hiring of Jaime Irick as the head of the fitness division “positions the fitness business to fully leverage its strength as a product leader, while building new capabilities to succeed as the larger portfolio of winning brands into traditional and new markets.”
Cabela’s Credit-Card Deal In Jeopardy
While Capital One could refile its application, Bass Pro could absorb Cabela’s credit card portfolio into its own portfolio or seek other suitors.
Performance Sports Group To Be Sold To Sagard Capital And Fairfax Financial
Performance Sports Group Ltd said it would seek approval from a U.S. bankruptcy court for the sale of its assets to Sagard Capital Partners LP and Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd after it failed to attract other bids in an auction process.
Nike Still Working Closely With Tiger Woods
Despite news that Tiger Woods reached a partnership with TaylorMade for golf clubs, Nike is still working closely with the golf legend on golf shoes.
SFIA Debuts Start-Up Workshop At Litigation, Regulatory & Risk Management Summit
The ‘Start-Up Workshop’ will provide an interactive platform for startups to receive insight from established sports & fitness brands and legal experts attending 2017 LR2MS.
Under Armour Eyewear Partners With The Association Of Professional Tour Caddies
In advance of the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, FL, Eyeking, the official provider/licensee of UA Eyewear, announced its partnership with the Association of Professional Tour Caddies (APTC) for 2017.
Hydro Flask Scores New Distribution In Japan
Said Mike Wallenfels, global vice president of sales at Hydro Flask. “There is no doubt that it’s a country filled with outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts. We’re already seeing a great reception and amazing results in the market.“
SnowSports Industries America Extends Contract With Denver
At the kick-off day of education for the SnowSports Industries America’s (SIA) annual Snow Show in Denver, CO, the organization announced, along with VISIT DENVER, The Convention & Visitors Bureau, that they have extended their contract in The Mile High City through 2030.
Brunswick Corp.’s Q4 Sales Jump 11 Percent
Brunswick Corp. reported a profit against a loss in the fourth quarter although both periods included special charges. Sales 11.0 percent to $1.08 billion. Pacing the gains was the Fitness segment, which grew 24 percent, thanks to acquisitions.
