Shoe Carnival Sets Stock Buyback
Shoe Carnival Inc.’s board of directors authorized a new share repurchase program for up to $50 million of its outstanding common stock.
Adidas Extends Partnership With Kris Bryant
The 2016 National League MVP will continue to play a leading role in brand marketing campaigns and collaborations on future baseball cleats and accessories.
Academy Sports Signs Advertising Agency
Academy Sports selected Foote, Cone & Belding (FCB) as its agency of record to support its ongoing shift from a regional to national chain.
Peak Resorts Reports Q2 Loss
The company’s overall financial performance year to date is in line with expectations.
Michael Jordan Wins Rights To His Chinese Name In Trademark Battle
The Chinese firm had shown “malicious intent” by registering trademarks for Jordan’s Chinese name, the judgement said.
K-Swiss Appoints Global Director Of Tennis
Mike Miringoff joins K-Swiss from Wilson, having spent the past five years living in Shanghai, China as Wilson’s Asia Pacific region commercial manager.
Chaco Establishes Tennessee Wildfire Relief Fund
The Wolverine Worldwide subsidiary joined the East Tennessee Red Cross to support residents affected by wildfires near Gatlinburg, TN and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
New Defense Bill Mandates U.S.-Made Athletic Shoes For Soldiers
Both New Balance and Wolverine Worldwide, the parent of Saucony, hailed the passage of a defense bill that includes a provision requiring the Department of Defense to provide military recruits with American-made shoes.
Fleet Feet Sports Opens Franchise In South Carolina
Paul and Cathy Rogers will open a new Fleet Feet Sports location in Myrtle Beach, SC on December 8.
Ugg Launches Offstage Pass Project
The program is intended to be a series of exclusive performances featuring up-and-coming talent such as The Mowgli’s and The Young Wild.
Georgetown Students Protesting Nike
Students at Georgetown University demanded that the school’s President John DeGioia cut ties with sportswear company Nike, according to a report from the Guardian on the morning of December 8.
Nike Renews French Football Federation Deal Through 2026
Nike will continue to be the equipment supplier of the French national teams and for the first time, French amateur football will be part of the partnership.
Parker Bows Names Adam Greer Regional Sales Manager
Greer brings more than 18 years of consultative selling experience in the foodservice and hospitality industry, along with more than 35 years of outdoor and hunting experience.
Boa Inc. Hires Global Sales And Marketing Manager
Jeff Fleming, previously a regional sales manager for cycling accessory brand Serfas, will be tasked with bringing greater distribution and overall brand presence to the running market.
SIA: Snow Sports Participation Climbed 1% In 2015/16
The 2015/2016 season brought 23.5 million snow sports participants into the cold.
