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Schutt Touts American-Made Helmets
Schutt Sports, Inc. recently introduced a new batters helmet, the AiR-5, that continues its tradition of domestic production. The company said it's the only major brand still making helmets in the U.S…
NRA: Kansas Attorney General Moves to Recognize ‘Non-Resident’ Carry Permits
Kansas Attorney General Steve Six (D) announced recently that the state of Kansas will now recognize non-resident Right-to-Carry permits issued by any of the 22 states already recognized.
FWS: Overall Duck Numbers Up in 2009
The preliminary estimate of total ducks from the 2009 Waterfowl Breeding Population and Habitat Survey was 42 million, which is 13 percent greater than last year’s estimate and 25% greater than the 1955-2008 average, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service ann
K-Swiss Launches Skate Program
K-Swiss announced plans to launch a new skateboarding category for Spring 2010. As part of the effort, K-Swiss has partnered with a team of design and creative experts including Skate Legend Greg Lutzka, who has signed an extended agreement to serve as th
Everlast Extends International Licensing Deals
Everlast Worldwide has agreed to new terms for existing licensing deals with three of its partners — namely Chile-based Commercial Sportex, Argentina-based Leading Brands and UK-based Wilson Imports…
Modell’s Praised for Job Hiring Efforts in Harlem
Modell's was honored for its commitment to supplying jobs to local Empowerment Zone residents in Harlem. A press conference discussing the federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit (which Modell's currently takes advantage of), training programs funde
NASGW President Smith Leaving Due to Health Issues
The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) Board of Directors has announced that Wayne Smith, President for the past five and half years, will be leaving the association…
UNC, Nike reach 10-year deal
Nike Inc. has signed a 10-year contract to supply athletic footwear, apparel and accessory products to the North Carolina Tar Heels. The contract was signed in late May and was made retroactive to July 1, 2008…
Nexcen Brands Cash, Debt Flat in Q1
NexCen Brands, Inc., the parent of The Athlete's Foot, reported its cash on hand was approximately $8 million at the end of its first quarter ended March 31, remaining consistent with cash on hand at December 31. Debt was approximately $142 million,
Ortovox USA Opens New Western DC
Avalanche safety equipment company Ortovox USA has opened a new western U.S. sales and distribution center in West Valley, UT…
eSports Gains Univ. of Michigan Apparel Contract
The University of Michigan said it has signed a 10-year contract with eSports Partners Inc., based in Dallas. The contract guarantees The University of Michigan $1.5 million the first year and rises to nearly $2.25 million by the contract's last year
Langlois Departs from Head USA
Robert Langlois, VP of Winter Sports at Head USA will leave the company Sept. 30. He has accepted an opportunity to work for a company in the North American Winter Sports Apparel market located in Montreal close to where he lives…
New Balance CEO to Join AAFA Board of Directors
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) said Rob DeMartini, CEO of New Balance, will join the AAFA Board of Directors and Executive Committee…
Eddie Bauer Wins Court Approval to Sell Assets
Eddie Bauer Holdings Inc. won bankruptcy court approval to sell its assets at an auction next month. At a joint court hearing held simultaneously in Wilmington, DE and Toronto, where the company’s Canadian division is in bankruptcy, two judges approved Ed
Cloudveil Hires Sales Agency to Cover Mid-Atlantic
Cloudveil has hired Brandywine River Representatives to manage outdoor product sales in the Mid-Atlantic territory. Along with Agency Owner and Principal Andy Molter, the Brandywine organization includes Associate Representatives David Donahue and Justin
