Cole Haan to Launch Performance Golf Apparel Line Spring 2026
The global American lifestyle, footwear and accessories brand, reported signing an exclusive agreement with Catapult Group to introduce a new performance apparel division. Cole Haan Golf Apparel will launch globally in Spring 2026, with racket sports and performance lifestyle collections to follow.
Zepp Health Corp. Sees DD Boost from Amazfit Brand in First Quarter
Consolidated sales declined 3.6 percent for the quarter, due primarily to the $5.0 million decrease in the sales of Xiaomi wearable products. Sales of Amazfit products grew 10.2 percent year-over-year, reportedly marking a return to growth since the first quarter of 2022.
The Picklr to Open 20 Clubs in Japan, with the First in Tokyo
With development oversight and ongoing support from The Picklr’s corporate team in Utah, all Japan-based clubs will reflect the same aesthetic, amenities, programming, and membership offerings as clubs in the U.S. and Canada.
Pickleball Kingdom Franchise to Open in Tinton Falls, New Jersey
The franchise club will offer a full suite of member benefits to provide optimal playing conditions combining outdoor court surfaces with an indoor environment for consistent play regardless of weather.
Dillard’s Q1 Profits Dip on Slight Sales Decline
Dillard’s, Inc. profits slid 9 percent in the first quarter that ended May 3 as same-store sales eased 1 percent and gross margins eroded 70 basis points.
PickleRage Expands Coast to Coast with Five New Franchisees
The new franchise partners will open clubs in the following markets: Newark, OH; Genesee County, MI; Greater Indianapolis, IN; Greater Charlotte, NC; and Las Vegas, NV.
Adidas Faces Steve Madden Lawsuit Over Stripe Design
Steve Madden filed a lawsuit in Brooklyn’s federal court against Adidas, saying it was “tired” of being targeted by Adidas for using elements that bear no resemblance to Adidas’ signature three parallel stripe design.
Stif Mountain Bikes to Close In September
Stif Mountain Bikes, a Bristol and Yorkshire-based bike shop and bike brand, plans to close its doors in September.
Repreve Maker Unifi Sells Plant for $45 Million
The company closed on selling its manufacturing facility in Madison, NC to an unidentified third-party buyer for $45.0 million, and reported it will use $25.0 million of the net proceeds to reduce the existing term loan and $18.3 million to reduce outstanding revolving loans.
Crocs, Inc. Moves Reilly to Corporate EVP and CBO; Heydude Needs a Leader
Reilly, formerly president of Heydude, will take over the role of corporate EVP and chief brand officer, including oversight of marketing and communications for the Crocs and Heydude brands. Andrew Rees, Crocs’ CEO, will serve as the interim president for the Heydude brand.
Urban Outfitters Profits Jump in Q1
The retailer reported profits jumped 75.4 percent in the first quarter as comps at its Retail segment increased 4.8 percent. Total company net sales for the three months ended April 30 increased 10.7 percent to a record $1.33 billion.
Icebug Assumes Responsibility for Sales and Customer Service in Canada
Previously, Rock Gear Distribution (RGD), a wholesale distributor based in Alberta, Canada, operated Icebug’s Canadian business. RGD, a long-standing Icebug partner and owner of Spry, a specialty running store in Canada, will continue collaborating with the company.
TSG Consumer Partners Promotes Jessica Duran to COO
The private equity firm, which recently acquired EoS Fitness to add to its CorePower Yoga acquisition in 2017 in the fitness space, promoted Jessica Duran to chief operating officer. She will also continue to serve as CFO.
Target Trading Lower as Retailer Misses Q1 EPS Estimates; Cuts Guidance
Comparable sales decreased 3.8 percent in the first quarter, reflecting a comparable store sales decline of 5.7 percent and comparable digital sales growth of 4.7 percent.
Rally House Opens New Storefront in Blacksburg, Virginia
The sports merchandise and apparel retailer, has opened Rally House Blacksburg, its first store in Virginia, on Main Street, steps from the Virginia Tech campus.
