
Nordstrom to Open a New Rack Store in Coral Springs, FL
The new Nordstrom Rack in Coral Springs, FL, is expected to open in fall 2025. The 31,000-square-foot store will be located in Pine Ridge Square, a popular shopping center.

GoPro, Inc. Partners with Softbank Subsidiary for Japan Distribution
The new distribution partnership with SoftBank Group’s SB C&S Corporation in Japan will expand GoPro product sales through one of the largest sales networks in the region.

International Golf Federation Enters Partnership with TMRW Sports
Founded by Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and sports executive Mike McCarley, TMRW Sports announced a strategic partnership withh the International Golf Federationfocused on harnessing technology to increase golf participation.

Brownells Named European Distributor for Alpha Munitions
Products available from Alpha Munitions through Brownells Europe include Precision Rifle Brass, Alpha OCD (Optimized Case Design) Brass, and Reloading Components.

Osprey and Hydro Flask Parent Cuts Fiscal Year Outlook on Weak Consumer and DC Issues
Home & Outdoor net sales revenue, which contains the Osprey Packs and Hydro Flask brands, decreased 8.6 percent to $198.5 million in the quarter, compared to $217.1 million in the prior-year quarter.

Johnston & Murphy Revamps Two Mall Locations, Remains Focused to Retail Expansion
Redesign stores at Short Hills and Twelve Oaks aim to capitalize on the bounce back of America’s malls, attracting a younger consumer looking for an “engaging retail experience and instant gratification.”

NRF: Consumers Face ‘Critical Moment’ Waiting on Fed
National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said the Fed must balance using high interest rates to reduce inflation with the risk that keeping rates too high for too long could slow the economy to the point of recession.

GameAbove Sports Acquires Fourth Founding Big3 Expansion Team
GameAbove Sports announcement follows the purchase of rights to the LA, Miami and Houston Big3 franchises earlier this year. The league is in the fifth week of Big3’s seventh season, which continues to tour nationwide via linear, streaming and digital platforms.

NSGA: Former Board Chairman and Source for Sports Founder Al Anderson Passes Away
Al Anderson, the only Canadian to serve as Board chairman of the National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA), passed away on July 2. He was 92.

Protect Our Winters Appoints COO
Ryan Laemel is the first chief operating officer operations, overseeing financial planning, training, events, Athlete and Science Alliances, and Team POW, POW’s member program.

Lifetime Products CEO Richard Hendrickson Killed in Family Car Accident
The accident also claimed the life of his daughter Sally. Richard’s wife and two of their other children sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the accident. Another daughter was traveling overseas and was not in the vehicle.

Yanre Fitness is Rebranding to YR Fitness
This change by the Chinese strength equipment manufacturer is said to be part of the company’s plan to expand internationally and make its name easier to remember and pronounce.

New Crunch Fitness Location Opens in Pittsburgh, PA Area
Fitness Ventures LLC, reportedly one of the largest growing Crunch franchisees, operates in over 25 states and owns Crunch Fitness Pleasant Hills.

Pickleball Kingdom to Open New Club in Appleton, WI
Spearheaded by GTOne Management Group, led by industry veterans Abhi, Rama, Chandu, and Narsa, the goal is to be open before Winter 2024.

Crunch Franchisee to Open Newest Location in North Round Rock, TX
Led by Crunch Fitness franchisee, The Undefeated Tribe, Crunch North Round Rock will be located in the University Oaks Shopping Center, creating a new offering for North Round Rock residents.