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Polartec Commits To 100 Percent Recycled Materials And Biodegradability
Polartec, the producer of innovative and sustainable textile solutions, introduced its Eco-Engineering initiative to use recycled and biodegradable materials across its entire product line.
NPD To Acquire Assets Relating To SportsOneSource POS Sports And Outdoor Tracking Business
The NPD Group has signed an agreement with SportsOneSource, LLC (SOS) to acquire assets relating to the company’s SSI Data POS Sports and Outdoor tracking business. SportsOneSource will continue to support the active lifestyle market through its SGB Media publishing properties, including SGB Update, SGB Executive and SGB Today.
JD Sports Sees Revenue Gains Through 48 Weeks
JD Sports reported same-store sales in the 48 weeks ended January 5 were up 5 percent.
Iconix Appoints CFO
Iconix Brand Group, Inc. appointed John T. McClain as the company’s executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective February 11.
New Balance Launches Female-Led Running Campaign
New Balance released an “In Pursuit” campaign promoting its Fresh Foam cushioning line and celebrating female athletes and their ability to exceed goals.
Alterra Mountain Co. Announces 4-Year Sponsorship With Smartwool
Alterra Mountain Co. announced Tuesday that Smartwool has been named the official Merino wool base layer, underwear and sock of all 14 Alterra Mountain destinations throughout North America.
Kohl’s Partners With Weight Watchers
Kohl’s announced a new, strategic collaboration with WW, formerly Weight Watchers, to pilot a variety of health and wellness offerings to help customers and Kohl’s associates on their wellness journeys. The projects include the debut of its first in-store WW Studio, the introduction of WW Healthy Kitchen products at select Kohl’s stores and on Kohls.com, as well as subsidized WW Freestyle program memberships for Kohl’s associates through Kohl’s Healthy Rewards.
Fanatics Specialty Shop Arrives On Walmart.com
Wal-Mart is introducing the Fan Shop by Fanatics on Walmart.com. The site will offer hundreds of thousands of items from professional sports leagues, including NFL, NBA, MLB, NASCAR and MLS, and top brands, including Nike, New Era, Majestic and Fanatics.
Champion Recruits Magic Johnson For Centennial Anniversary Campaign
Champion is partnering with sports legend Magic Johnson to support its centennial anniversary campaign – “100 Years for the Team” – that will explore what it means to be a team. As part of the campaign, Champion will engage with teams small and large around the world to share their passion about teamwork and what it means to them to be a team.
Puma Appoints Chief Sourcing Officer
Puma has promoted Anne-Laure Descours to chief sourcing officer and member of the management board. Puma’s Chief Operating Officer Lars Radoor Sørensen has stepped down to pursue other interests.
Adidas Signs Four Female Hockey Players
Adidas signed four female hockey players, Brianna Decker and Kendall Coyne Schofield from the U.S. Women’s National Team and Canada women’s national team members Rebecca Johnston and Renata Fast.
Adidas Doubles Down On Commitment To Using Recycled Plastic
Adidas in 2018 produced more than five million pairs of shoes containing recycled plastic waste. The company now plans to more than double that figure this year.
New Era To Sponsor Madden NFL 19 Championship Series
Electronic Arts and the National Football League (NFL) announced Bose, New Era Cap and Snickers as the official brand sponsors of the Madden NFL 19 Championship Series.
Nike Reopens Blue Ribbon Sports Store
Nike has opened Blue Ribbon Sports, a store designed to serve as a community space for local runners in Santa Monica, CA.
Revtown USA To Open Store At The Edit Roosevelt Field
Revtown, the men’s denim brand founded by three former Under Armour executives, will open its first physical store at The Edit Roosevelt Field at Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City, Long Island.
