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US Golf Consortium Reports Successful Raid of Chinese Counterfeiters
The U.S. Golf Manufacturers Anti-Counterfeiting Working Group successfully raided two locations in China responsible for supplying counterfeit golf products to numerous stores in the country…
Nike Postpones Media Event After Boston Tragedy
In light of Monday's Boston Marathon bombing, Nike postponed a press announcement that had been planned Tuesday at its Nike Flatiron store in New York City. In an e-mail to media members, Nike also indicated that it had confirmed that nearly all Nike
No Injury Reports from New Balance/Adidas
Both New Balance, headquartered in Boston, and Adidas, the sponsor of the Boston Marathon, have indicated that they have received no reports of any employees being hurt in Copley Square explosions, according to the Boston Globe…
Skins Moves to Encinitas, CA
Skins Compression announced the relocation of its U.S. headquarters from Portland, OR to Encinitas, CA. The catalyst for the move is the brand’s overall U.S. growth strategy and desire to be at the heart of the active culture and marketplace..
New Balance Canada Hires National Sales Manager
New Balance Canada announced the addition of Stephen Smith to the New Balance Canada leadership team as national sales manager…
Boston Marathon Explosions
Explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon have killed at least two and left dozens injured. The explosions, just seconds apart, tore through buildings on the north side of Boylston Street near or even inside the Marathon Sports store on the blo
Puma Fills GM Position in China with Adidas Executive
PUMA appointed Philippe Bocquillon, 50, general manager PUMA China. He succeeds Nicole Au, 41, who joined PUMA in 2009 and leaves the company to pursue new career opportunities…
Deckers Stock Embroiled in KPMG Insider Trading Case
Deckers Outdoor Corp. became the third of five companies whose financial data was allegedly leaked by a former KPMG senior partner. On April 9, KPMG resigned as auditor of Skechers USA as well as Herbalife Ltd. amid an FBI investigation into insider tradi
Schutt Sports Reaches Partnership with Firecrackers Softball Team
Schutt Sports, the manufacturer of softball protective equipment, has reached a major partnership agreement with the Firecrackers, the softball team. Effective immediately, Schutt Sports will become the official helmet and catcher’s gear of the Fire
NRF Applauds New East And Gulf Coast Port Contract
The National Retail Federation issued the following statement today from Vice President for Supply Chain and Customs Policy Jonathan Gold on the International Longshoreman’s Association (ILA) vote approving a new, long-term master labor contract cov
Buystand Launches Public Beta Version of Make-an-Offer Marketplace
Buystand, a Durham, N.C. e-commerce start-up, launched its public beta version of buystand.com, an online marketplace that allows consumers to buy the outdoor gear they want at the price they want to pay…
Puma Signs Aaron Hernandez As Training Endorser
Puma announced a two-year partnership with professional football player Aaron Hernandez to become a face of the brand’s training category. New England tight end Hernandez will be part of a roster of athletes from a variety of sport backgrounds…
Customs and Border Protection Updates Impact of Sequestration on Trade
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has updated information regarding the impact of sequestration on its operations at ports, according to the American Apparel & Footwear Association…
Crocs Named Comfort/Wellness Footwear Brand of the Year
Crocs, Inc. was named the Comfort/Wellness Footwear Brand of the Year at the UK Footwear Industry Awards ceremony in Birmingham, England…
Chaco and Boardworks Launch National SUP Tour
Chaco and Boardworks are partnering to introduce the 2013 Show Up and Blow Up SUP Demo Tour, which will visit more than 30 sites across the nation to get more people on the water and learning the sport of Stand Up Paddling, or SUP…
