SGB Update

Under Armour Opens Wisconsin Brand House

Under Armour will open its first Brand House in Wisconsin at 610 State Street in Madison on September 2, steps away from the University of Wisconsin.

Oofos Hires Deckers Duo To Head International Sales

Oofos, a pioneer in the recovery footwear space, appointed Giles Cundell and Kelly Lopes Da Silva, to head up its International Sales Division. Both serve as Directors of UK based Sport Factory Ltd. Both also join Oofos from Deckers Brands.

Sports Authority Executives Get Their Bonus

After considerable litigation, a federal judge approved a modified bonus program that will pay top executives of the bankruptcy retailer up to $1,425,000.

Vista Outdoor Acquires Camp Chef

The Logan, Utah maker of camp stoves, barbegcue prills, pellet grills, smokers and cast iron cookware fetched $60 million in cash plus earnouts for its owners.

Newell Brands Names VP Of Communications

Tom Sanford is the latest high-profile appointment since the April acquisition of Jarden Corp. and its $2.74-billion-a-year sporting goods business.

GSI Outdoor Signs Korean Distributor

GSI Outdoors has signed an agreement with Nelson Sports Inc to distribute its outdoor cook- and tableware and related accessories in South Korea, effective immediately. Nelson Sports will sell, market and support GSI Outdoors’ products with the goal of increasing demand and sales in the South Korean outdoor market. The announcement was made by Don Scott, […]

Adidas Outdoor Sees Strength in Trail Running

Adidas Outdoor announced its pre-order sales for trail running footwear for spring 2017 increased more than 62 percent from last year. The collections include the Adidas brand’s Boost energy return foam, Continental Rubber and Gore-Tex waterproof membranes. “The outdoor trail running category is one of our strongest areas,” said Greg Thomsen, Adidas Outdoor managing director, […]