Redcats Launches SoccerSavings.com
Redcats USA, the owner of TGW.com – The Golf Warehouse; BaseballSavings.com, and SoftballSavings.com, announced the official launch of SoccerSavings.com…
Nfinity Athletic Relaunches Website
Nfinity Athletic Corporation re-launched its website, at www.nfinity.com…
IOC Adds Three More Snowsports to 2014 Olympics
The International Olympic Committee's decision Monday to add slopestyle skiing, slopestyle snowboarding and snowboarding parallel slalom to the Olympic Winter Games in 2014 brings to nine the total of new medal events/genders added by the IOC this ye
UNC, Illinois Among 27 Schools Accused of Violating Anti-trust Laws
A licensing initiative participated in by the University of North Carolina, the University of Illinois and numerous other universities violates federal and state anti-trust laws, according to a several sources, including the dailytarheel.com…
Pro Hockey Life Adds Fourth Megastore
Pro Hockey Life Sporting Goods Inc. announced plans to open a new megastore this summer in Oakville, Ontario…
RECALL: Mizuno Baseball/Softball Gloves
About 131,000 Mizuno Supreme Series and Ballpark Pro baseball and softball gloves are being recalled…
Under Armour Signs Kemba Walker
Under Armour has signed an endorsement deal with the Kemba Walker, according to CNBC. Walker was named the NCAA Tournament's Most Outstanding Player after leading the University of Connecticut to its first title in seven years. He was picked by the C
Respect Your Universe Adds VP of Sales
Respect Your Universe, a mixed martial arts-inspired performance apparel and equipment company, has tapped Kevin Hyland to the position of VP of Sales, effective July 18, 2011…
Collective Brands Sheds Light on Payless Struggles
In its first investor conference since its CEO Michael Rubel abruptly resigned on June 15, Collective Brands Inc.'s officials spent considerable time exploring the ongoing challenges turning around its albatross: the Payless domestic business…
Nebraska Book Co. Files for Bankruptcy Protection
Nebraska Book Co., one of the largest college bookstore operators, has filed for bankruptcy protection in Delaware to restructure its debt. The Lincoln, NE-based company operates about 280 bookstores on or near college campuses and is a large wholesaler o
Interim CEO Sees Messaging Disconnect with Most Price-Sensitive Consumer
In its first investor conference since its CEO Michael Rubel abruptly resigned on June 15, Collective Brands Inc.'s officials spent considerable time exploring the ongoing challenges turning around its albatross: the Payless domestic business…
BDE Urged by Retailers to Add Apparel Business
Black Diamond Equipment CEO Peter Metcalf said REI, EMS and MEC have been asking BDE to enter the apparel business in recent years because many of the original specialty outdoor brands have widened their distribution to department stores, full line sporti
Ashe Confirmed as Director of FWS
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar praised the U.S. Senate’s confirmation of Daniel M. Ashe as the 16th Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Ashe, a career employee of the agency, will assume his duties immediately…
Western Governors’ Push Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Industry Association and REI praised the launch of “Get Out West,” an initiative announced by the Western Governors' Association at its annual meeting June 30. The initiative was championed by new WGA Chair and Washington State Gov. Chr
Dead Down Wind Adds Keller to Marketing Team
Dead Down Wind (DDW) and D2W guide gear have tapped Trent Keller to their marketing team. In his new role, Keller will serve as the marketing manager for Dead Down Wind, managing all media, advertising, product management and social media initiatives…
