SGB Update Apparel
Nike Faces Trademark Lawsuit Over Cool Compression Line
Lontex Corp. has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Nike Inc. charging that Nike has used its trademarked ‘Cool Compression’ branding term without permission.
Puma Enters Sponsorship With Porsche Motorsport
Puma has signed a long-term sponsorship agreement with Porsche Motorsport to become the exclusive technical partner for fireproof racing clothing as well as shoes, caps and luggage.
Bonobos Signs PGA Golfer Justin Rose To Apparel Deal
Justin Rose, the second-ranked PGA Tour player in the world, has signed an apparel deal with Bonobos. He had long been with Adidas.
Antigua Celebrating 40th Anniversary
Said Ron McPherson, president and CEO of Antigua. “We are very proud of our history and heritage and look forward to continuing
our growth in the markets we serve. Antigua will have several promotions at the January trade shows and throughout the year to commemorate our 40th Anniversary.”
OBIT: Blake Nordstrom
Blake Nordstrom, the 58-year-old co-president of his family’s retail company, passed away unexpectedly, less than a month after being diagnosed with lymphoma.
American Trail Running Association To Promote “Trail Running Responsibility” In 2019
The American Trail Running Association (ATRA) announced “Trail Running Responsibility” as its theme for 2019. This is a topic to follow recent ATRA themes including last year’s Trail Stewardship: Leaving a Lasting Legacy, and the 2017 theme, Community: Building Trail Running Connections.
Everlast Supports Educational Symposium For Fighters
Everlast Worldwide and Protect Yourself at All Times (PYaAT) creator, Adrian Clark are partnering up to introduce the first ever PYaAT symposium.
Bass Pro Shops To Fund Scholarships For Tomorrow’s Female Leaders
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s, together with The Harry & Reba Huge Foundation, will be awarding $40,000 in scholarships to four female graduates of Missouri or Nebraska high schools this spring.
Columbia Announces Closing in Buyout of China JV With Swire Resources
Columbia Sportswear Co. on Wednesday announced that effective January 2, 2019, it has closed its buyout of the remaining 40 percent interest in Columbia Sportswear Commercial (Shanghai) Co., the joint venture in China with Swire Resources Ltd., a subsidiary of Swire Pacific Ltd.
Fila Signs Sponsorship Agreement With WTA Top 10 Ranked Player Kiki Bertens
FILA on Wednesday announced that it has signed a sponsorship agreement with Kiki Bertens, the WTA No. 9 ranked singles player in the world.
Report: New Balance In Talks Over Record Liverpool Deal
New Balance is in negotiations to extend its partnership with Liverpool in what could be a record kit deal, according to the Daily Mail, according to the Daily Mail.
Camping World Announces Executive Management Realignment
Camping World Holdings Inc. said Roger Nuttall had resigned from his position as president of the company’s dealership group and his responsibilities will be divided up between Marcus Lemonis, chairman and CEO, and four tenured Divisional RV presidents with extensive experience in the RV industry,
Clock Runs Out On PHIT As Congress Leaves Town
The acrimonious debate and paralysis around the government shutdown led to a major casualty: The Personal Health Investment Today (PHIT) Act. PHIT was awaiting a final vote in the U.S. Senate, but fell victim to the dysfunction in D.C., despite passing the House with strong bipartisan support in July.
Dick’s Sporting Goods To End U.S. Olympic Sponsorship
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc said it will not renew its United States Olympic Committee (USOC) sponsorship beyond 2018, according to various reports. The decisions comes as Team USA continues to deal with fallout from the sexual-abuse scandal surrounding former gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar.
Sears Chairman Edward Lampert Makes Last-Minute Bid To Avert Liquidation
Sears won a reprieve from liquidating after its chairman, Eddie Lampert, submitted a $4.4 billion bid in an effort to purchase the retailer.
