Xenith Partners To Title Sponsor Prep Kickoff Classic
The Detroit Sports Commission (DSC) appointed Xenith, a Detroit-based football helmet and equipment manufacturer, the official title sponsor of the Prep Kickoff Classic, the premier season-opening high school football event in Michigan.
Foot Locker Foundation Supports College Dreams For 20 High School Students
Stated Richard Johnson, chairman and chief executive officer, Foot Locker, “With today’s escalating costs of college tuition and student debt, our commitment to education has become more important than ever.”
Flywheel Sports Brings Cycling Experience To Homes
The streaming content platform includes live and on-demand classes filmed in a state of the art production studio in New York.
Descente’s Sales Slip In Year
Descente Ltd. reported sales in its year ended March 31 declined 3.1 percent, although its flagship Descente brand grew.
Perry Ellis Q1 Tops Guidance
Perry Ellis International reported earnings and sales both exceeded internal guidance in the first quarter with “particular strength in Golf Lifestyle Apparel and Nike Swim.”
Hibbett Sports’ Q1 Profits Slide
Hibbett Sports Inc. reported earnings in the first quarter slumped 25.1 percent as same-store sales decreased 4.9 percent. Earnings landed at the high end of guidance provided on April 27.
American Hiking Society Appoints Executive Director
Kathryn Van Waes will step into the leadership role on June 5, 2017.
TYR Partners With Escape Triathlon Series
The events are a new qualifying series for the 2018 Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, which TYR is also sponsoring.
Leatt Reports Best First Quarter Since Inception
“Based on our strong start and our growing catalogue of innovative products, we believe that 2017 will be an important year in terms of revenue growth and increased shareholder value,” said CEO Sean Macdonald.
Ralph Lauren Hires President And CEO
Patrice Louvet, formerly group president, global beauty at Procter & Gamble, has been named president and chief executive officer.
Varsity Brands Hosts School Spirit Awards
The event, presented by BSN Sports, Varsity Spirit and Herff Jones, recognizes schools, school groups and individuals who go the extra mile to build school pride, student engagement and community spirit.
Surftech Names Jeramie Vaine As Team Manager
Surftech appointed professional SUP athlete Jeramie Vaine as team manager for the company’s international team of ambassadors. Vaine will also manage Surftech’s sister company NSP’s North American Roster.
Icebug Xperience Race To Take Place In Bohuslän, Sweden
The Swedish footwear brand will be hosting the third annual Icebug Xperience race in Bohuslän, Sweden from August 31 to September 3.
Melon Optics Appoints Ash Palmer As Head Of Marketing
Custom eyewear brand Melon Optics welcomed Ash Palmer to its growing team. From Bali he will run the international marketing strategy and coordination for Melon.
Otis Eyewear Appoints Global Brand Manager
Otis Eyewear appointed Scott Lewis, who formerly worked for Oakley and Globe , to the newly created role of global brand manager.
