Lacrosse Unlimited Reels In Michael Kors E-Commerce Talent
Jeanette Miller will accelerate the brand’s online growth and digital footprint by creating a seamless brand platform where customers can interact with the brand, shop and connect with other lacrosse enthusiasts.
Sports Direct Lowers Earnings Guidance
The U.K.’s largest sporting goods retailer said it now expects underlying earnings before income taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) to come in around £300 million in fiscal 2017.
AAFA Calls For Alibaba To Be Re-listed As Notorious Market
In its letter, AAFA emphasized Alibaba’s failure to meet the USTR’s recommendations to prevent the sale of counterfeits on its platforms.
Council On Active Aging Issues 2020-2030 Plan
“The focus is on developing plans to maximize the functional ability of every person, to create age-friendly environments, and to align health systems with the needs of older populations,” the ICAA said in a statement.
Worldwide Golf Exploring Bid For Golfsmith
Sources told Reuters they weren’t sure whether Worldwide Golf was eyeing Golfsmith’s entire U.S. business or individual leases and assets.
The North Face Launches First U.S. Urban Exploration Concept Shop
The storefront in the Jackson Square neighborhood in San Francisco is the first of its kind in the U.S., and will focus exclusively on the label’s premium streetwear range.
Mizuno Celebrates 20th Iteration Of Cornerstone Shoe
Mizuno has been in the business of footwear for 110 years, and this week it celebrated the 20th iteration of the cornerstone shoe.
Consumer Engagement Helps Interbike Lure Back Specialized And Trek
While two of the nation’s largest bike brands have skipped the industry’s Las Vegas trade show in recent years, they’re expected to exhibit at Interbike’s first East Coast event later this month.
Altra Named Western States 100 Presenting Sponsor
The agreement builds on an already successful partnership that began in October 7, 2015, in which Altra was Western States’ exclusive footwear sponsor.
Alliance MMA Completes IPO, Begins Trading
Alliamce MMA CEO added, “We believe MMA is the world’s fastest growing sport…and are delighted to be a feeder organization to the sport’s highest level of professional competition.”
Upbeat Forecasts Arrive For Holiday Season
Led by digital but helped by an improving job market, sales are expected to come in solid to strong this holiday-selling season, according to a round-up of the latest forecasts.
Tiger Woods Plans Fall/Winter Return From Rehab
Tiger Woods said Wednesday on his official website that he will make a return in the 2016/17 season by playing the Safeway Open.
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Nike Appoints New GM For North America
Tom Peddie becomes the new VP, GM of North America, succeeding Joaquin Hidalgo, who has served in this role since July 2013 and will be taking a leave of absence to focus on his health.
