Lululemon Athletica Appoints New Board Member
Shane Grant has been the group deputy CEO, CEO Americas, and EVP of dairy, plant-based and global sales at Danone, a global food and beverage company, since January 2023.
Major League Pickleball and PPA Tour to Merge
The operators of the two major pickleball leagues, Major League Pickleball and the PPA Tour agreed to merge. The companies will remain distinct, but the merger aims to eliminate scheduling conflicts and competition over players.
True Fitness Hires Western Sales Manager
True Fitness, a commercial cardio and strength equipment provider, hired Chris Van Harte as national and key accounts sales manager for the Western region.
Longstreth Sporting Goods Sold To Private-Equity Firm
Longstreth Sporting Goods, which specializes in field hockey, was acquired by Roebling Capital Partners, a private-equity firm based in Cincinnati.
Report: Online Prices Reach 40-Month Low in August
U.S. online prices in August 2023 fell 3.2 percent YoY, reaching their lowest in 40 months, led by a drop in sporting goods, down 7 percent YoY, according to the latest data from the Adobe Digital Price Index, based on Adobe Analytics. This made August 2023 the 12th consecutive month of overall YoY price decreases.
Cardo Systems Names Sales Manager for U.S. and Canada
Cardo Systems, known for its Bluetooth communication systems for motorcycle, ski and cycling helmets, named Erika Gurnett as its new sales manager for Outdoor Sports in the United States and Canada.
Timpanogos Hiking Co. Opens First Brick & Mortar Store in Provo, UT
A Utah native, Timpanogos Hiking Co. Founder and Owner Joseph Vogel said he started the business as a side project while still living in Massachusetts, where he was a professor.
Big Bear Mountain Resort Adds $12 Million in Upgrades for Season
After a historic winter that saw record-setting snowfall and Snow Valley joining the Big Bear Mountain Resort family, the company is making the investment across its three mountains—Snow Valley, Snow Summit and Bear Mountain.
Foot Solutions Opens Store in Delray Beach, FL
The store offers a full range of healthy footwear, 3D-printed insoles, and industry brands designed to address various foot-related concerns.
Pure Hockey Acquires North Georgia Hockey
The hockey specialty retailer said the acquisition marks Pure Hockey’s first entry into the Georgia market and underscores its commitment to serving hockey players across the U.S.
Form Appoints Chief Revenue Officer, Names Board Member
Form appointed Christopher Stadler as a Board Member and hired Kevin Abt as chief revenue officer as the fitness tech company gears up for its next growth phase.
Tommy John Snags New CEO from Calvin Klein
Tommy John tapped industry leader Cheryl Abel-Hodges as CEO. Last week, she joined the company’s executive team from her former role as CEO of Calvin Klein.
Helly Hansen, SportChek Parent Prices Private Placement Notes Offering
Canadian Tire Corporation, Ltd. intends to use the net proceeds from the offering and sale of the Notes for the repayment of short-term borrowings and general corporate purposes.
Outdoor Writers Association of America Honors Key Members
OWAA selected six association members as recipients of the organization’s most prestigious awards. The honorees were announced at the OWAA’s annual conference in Gulf Shores, AL.
Lazydays Holdings Files S-1 for Rights Offering for Shareholders
The net proceeds of the offering will be used for company growth initiatives including acquisitions and new business development activities and general corporate purposes, which may include repaying or refinancing existing or future debt facilities.
