SGB Today Sports & Fitness

Skullcandy Launches Active Collection

The earbud collection includes three “active” wireless products—Push Play Active, Push ANC Active and Sesh ANC Active—available at retailers July 2.

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

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.

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.

Minnesota State Partners With Nike/BSN Sports

The deal benefits Maverick’s athletic department with preferred team pricing through BSN Sports on Nike uniforms, apparel, footwear, and Jordan brand and program rebates.

New Era Cap Inks Headwear Deal with Team USA

New Era will supply headwear to U.S. Olympians and Paralympians when they make the teams to compete in this year’s Paris Olympics. Team USA’s agreement with New Era Cap is its first product deal with a headwear-focused brand.