SGB Today

Pacsun and LAFC Collaborate on Second Collection

The new four-piece unisex grouping features a hoodie and three T-shirt designs combining L.A. Streetwear and soccer culture. The pieces interweave LAFC’s crest and black and gold color palette.

Surf Icon Returns to Birdwell as Brand Ambassador

Birdwell, the heritage American beach brand known for its hand made boardshorts since 1961, announced its official sponsorship of longboard legend Joel Tudor, cementing a decades-long relationship.

Meijer Celebrates 90th Anniversary as Family-Owned Midwest Retailer

Hendrik Meijer, a local barber in Greenville, MI, started the food store to service customers who visited his barbershop. in 1934. Today, the family-owned retailer has with over 500 Meijer supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, express locations, and distribution and manufacturing facilities throughout six Midwest states operated by over 70,000 employees.

Adidas Drops the Velostan Smith

“The Stan Smith sneaker journey started in 1978, and it has been a joy to watch Adidas evolve and reimagine it ever since, with this latest version imagined especially for cyclists – being no different.” —Stan Smith

Foot Locker Relaunches Rewards Program

FLX Rewards program will receive upgrades to its mobile app. FL describes the moves as “significant milestones under its Lace Up Plan.” The rollout in the U.S. follows a successful pilot of the program in Canada in 2023.

Summer Kicks Off in NYC with Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix

The first F50s have hit the water in New York City to begin training ahead of racing this weekend. After two fleet races on June 23, the top three ranked teams will fiercely compete in the winner-takes-all final, which will ultimately decide the event winner.

Badlands Launches UV Hoodie for Hot-Weather Adventures

Features include a UPF 50 UV protection rating to keep the worst of the sun’s rays off the body. Now in its 32nd year, Badlands focuses on quality, innovation, and performance and offers an unconditional lifetime product warranty.

Castore to Sponsor Everton’s Kit and Stadium

Under the multi-year agreement, Castore will supply travel wear, playing and training kits for Everton’s men’s, women’s and Academy squads, including home, away and third kits. Castore replaces the Danish brand Hummel.

Adidas, League One Volleyball Ink Multiyear Partnership

Adidas is expanding its footprint in volleyball with a multiyear partnership with League One Volleyball (LOVB), the largest youth volleyball business in the U.S., with a pro women’s league launching in November.