Motionwear, LLC, a designer, manufacturer and distributor of girls' dance, gymnastics, team and cheer apparel in Indianapolis, IN, announced plans to expand its operations, creating up to 28 new jobs by 2016…
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Xenith Responds to Institute of Medicine (IOM) Report
Xenith, the helmet maker, responded to a recent report from the Institute of Medicine that found that high school football players are nearly twice as likely to get concussions as college football players and high school athletes in other sports. Xenith
Retail Industry Adds 37,600 Jobs in October
Based on the latest U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation report the National Retail Federation estimates that the retail industry added 37,600 jobs in October 2013 with gains in most sectors…
Salewa, Dynafit Named Newest Grassroots Vendors
Salewa and Dynafit have joined Grassroots Outdoor Alliance (Grassroots) as Vendor Partners…
Soccerex Cancels 2013 Conference After Rio de Janeiro Cuts Support
Soccerex said it was forced to cancel its global convention in Rio de Janeiro after the local sports ministry withdrew financial support for the annual event. The UK-based trade show organizer said it will sue the state of Rio de Janeiro to recover exepen
Thule Video Contest Draws 2.7 Million Impressions in First Month
Thule said its video competition Go Epic with Thule has received more than 2.7 million impressions in social media in its first four weeks…
Bass Pro opening New Store Nov. 20, 2013 in Colorado Springs
The new Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World in Colorado Springs is a tribute to Colorado's rugged beauty and abundant wildlife…
The Buckle Posts Small Comp Gain in October
The Buckle, Inc. reported comparable store net sales increased 2.6 percent in October…
RECALL: Vans Boy’s Hooded Jackets
About 2,400 of Vans’ AV Edict hooded jackets for boys are being recalled by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The jackets have drawstrings in the hood around the neck area that pose a strangulation hazard to young children…
Gaiam’s Q3 Revenues Climb 23 Percent
Gaiam, Inc. reported revenue increased 22.8 percent, for the third quarter, to $52.8 million…
ATK Completes Acquisition of Bushnell Group Holdings, Inc.
ATK has completed the acquisition of Bushnell Group Holdings, Inc. a global designer, marketer and distributor of branded sports optics, outdoor accessories and performance eyewear…
Volcom Appoints President of North America
Volcom has appointed Kevin Meehan as its new president of North America. Meehan most recently served as general manager at Analog and Gravis…
Prospect Brands Acquires Duck Head Apparel
Prospect Brands, LLC today announced the purchase of Duck Head Apparel, expanding its portfolio which also includes Gerbing, a wearable technology company specializing in heated apparel…
BSN Sports Acquires Kohlmyer Sporting Goods
BSN Sports has completed the acquisition of Kohlmyer Sporting Goods, headquartered near Cleveland, OH…
Sears, Kmart to Open on Thanksgiving Day
Sears and Kmart will open early and pull all-nighters on Thanksgiving…