An athletic wear competition will replace the swimsuit portion of the Miss Teen USA pageants, run by Miss Universe.
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US Apparel Coalition Suspends Bangladesh Factories
The Alliance for Bangladesh Worker Safety, which represents Canadian Tire Corp., L.L.Bean, VF Corp. and 25 other apparel brands, officially suspended three additional factories for failure to show evidence of remediation progress.
Bicycle Suppliers Endorse New Mechanics Association
The Bicycle Product Suppliers Association endorsed the Professional Bicycle Mechanics Association, which has been formed to represent professional bicycle mechanics.
FESI Renews Pact to Fight Rogue Websites
The Federation of European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) joined the European Commission, several right owners and e-commerce markets to sign an updated Memorandum of Understanding to fight rogue websites amid signs that online sales of counterfeit goods have grown dramatically.
NHL Verifies Las Vegas Franchise for 2017-18
The NHL verified it will expand the franchise to Las Vegas—which will begin playing as its 31st team for the 2017-18 season.
ACE Works with Zumba to Enhance Instructor Training
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has joined with Zumba, the global fitness brand, to help inform licensed Zumba instructors on how to enhance classes based on Zumba’s new HIIT program, Strong by Zumba.
Wolverine Commends Michigan Delegation for Supporting American-made Athletic Footwear Bill
Wolverine Worldwide commended members of Michigan’s Congressional delegation for their support ensuring military recruits will have access to high-quality, American-made athletic footwear for training.
Chicago Holds Inaugural Sports Summit
Chicago sports professionals will share their expertise on the business how it impacts the community. Speakers will include Joel Quenneville, Chicago Blackhawks Coach, Michael Reinsdorf, President and CEO of the Chicago Bulls, and others.
NFL Vikings’ Stadium Completed Six Weeks Early
The new 1,750,000-square-foot, $1.1 billion U.S. Bank Stadium, home to the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings, was completed six weeks ahead of schedule.
Sports Turf Association Begins Environmental Certification Program
Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) introduced its new Environmental Facility Certification Program rewarding facilities that showcase sustainability.
Olympic Athletes Resort to Fundraising Online
Olympic hopefuls preparing for the August 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil have taken to online fundraising platform, GoFundMe to expense their trips.
Professional Caddies Appeal PGA Tour Ruling
Professional golf caddies filed an appeal in a California PGA Tour lawsuit, seeking to overturn a ruling that dismissed claims by 168 caddies against the PGA Tour Inc.
Licensing Expo Introduces Sports Activation Zone
Licensing Expo announced the addition of leading NFL players and top industry talent to the new Sports Activation Zone presented by the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) for the 2016 show lineup.
Technogym and NSCA Author Scientific Fitness Content
Technogym entered a strategic partnership with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) to create educational content for the fitness industry.
Lanzhou Marathon Swept by African Finishers; Times and Prizes Slump
The Chinese Lanzhou International Marathon, held June 11 2016, was dominated by African athletes, who swept the top three men’s and women’s podium positions.
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