SGB Update Outdoor
Hi-Tec Inks New China License
Hi-Tec Sports PLC signed a new Licensing agreement with Fujian Taiya Shoes Material Co. Ltd to cover China. The agreement is a 30 year arrangement, covering Hi-Tec’s Outdoor, Athletic and Court categories. Taiya Shoes will in addition develop an apparel r
Mizuno Extends Deal with Luke Donald
Luke Donald has signed a multi-year contract extension with the Mizuno Corporation to continue serving as a Mizuno Brand Ambassador around the world. Donald will continue to carry a Mizuno Staff Bag along with Mizuno headcovers and umbrella, and wear his
Jay McGregor to Lead Coleman’s Sales Team
Jay E. McGregor has joined The Coleman Company as Vice President, Sales, the Americas and Canada. In his new position, McGregor will direct the sales and distribution of new and existing Coleman products at the mass channel, and will lead Coleman’s specia
Execute Sports Launches Marketing Services Firm
Execute Sports, Inc. has established “The Council” (dba), to develop strategic marketing, research and business development related services for both action sports companies as well as companies intending to brand their products and services to the Gen X
John David Group Sees World Cup Strength
At the AGM of The John David Group Plc, reported that results for the 24 weeks ended July 15, 2006 have improved in both groups. The non-Allsports Sports stores are now up by 4.0%, having benefited to some extent from the World Cup. The Fashion locations
Isis Hires Feinson as Product Developer
ISIS has hired Lyn Feinson, as product developer for performance sportswear and body layer. As product developer, Feinson is responsible for the development of various active categories within the ISIS line including Fast & Light and seamless intimates. W
NGF: May Round Down 3.2%
According to the National Golf Foundation, May rounds were down 3.2% nationwide on a same-store basis, breaking a streak of four months during which rounds were in positive territory. Nevertheless, rounds are up 4.5% for the first five months of 2006 vs.
WSA Sells-Out of Athletic and Outdoor Space
The WSA Show has sold out all 225,000 square feet of available space in the athletic and outdoor categories, representing a 10% increase in square footage over the February 2006 show.
Play-It-Again Parent Posts Improved Q2 Bottom Line, Merch Sales Down
Winmark Corporation posted net income for the second quarter of $650,400, or 11 cents per share diluted, compared to net income of $542,600, or 8 cents per share diluted, in 2005. Net revenues from merchandise sales were down 53.9% to $790,000 from $1.7 m
Sportsman’s Guide Expects Q2 Sales in $69 to $70 million Range
The Sportsman's Guide, Inc. reported net sales for the second quarter are expected to be in range of $69 million to $70 million, compared with net sales of $63.8 million for the same period one year ago. Fully diluted earnings per share, before adjus
Sara Lee Corp. Plans Funding for Apparel Spin-Off
To finance the spin-off of its apparel business, Sara Lee Corporation approved a capital structure that will see Hanesbrands borrow $2.6 million help to establish the enterprise as a stand-alone, independent company. In connection with the spin-off, Sara
Blacks Leisure Comps Fell 1.0% Year-To-Date
At its Annual General Meeting, Blacks Leisure provided an update on its performance over the first 20 weeks of the current financial year. Total Group sales increased by 2.6%. Comp sales fell by 1.0% in the same period, (2005: -2.0%). The company stated t
FESI Takes Action on Anti-Dumping Issue
The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industries (FESI) issued a statement urging EU member states to agree on a solution for antidumping measures on footwear during the meeting of the Antidumping Committee in Brussels this week to re-establish ce
InSport Restructures After Vital Apparel Acquisition
Local papers are reporting that InSport International plans to lay off 12 people. The layoffs come after the company was acquired by Vital Apparel last November and accounts for most of InSport's staff. Vital will shift distribution and several other
Gramicci Hires Several New Faces
Gramicci hired several outdoor and apparel industry veterans in sales and customer service. Michael Donovan is the new western regional sales director. Treeline Sales will cover the western sales region. Rob Brown was hired to represent Gramicci's mo
