James Curcuruto Joins NSSF as Dir. of Industry Research and Analysis
The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) has appointed James Curcuruto as director, industry research and analysis. The association saifd Curcuruto brings more than 15 years experience in the research, analysis, sales, marketing and advertising fiel
Longworth Industries Hires Bassett as Director of Marketing
Longworth Industries, manufacturer of Polarmax, XGO and Opedix branded apparel, hired Dean Bassett as Director of Marketing, effective immediately. In his new role, Bassett will assume the responsibilities of leading the company's overall marketing s
TSA Will Sell Wii Game Consoles
The Sports Authority will begin selling Nintendo products, including videogaming consoles and the Wii Fit and Wii Fit Plus games. TSA has been in talks with Nintendo for the past six months and decided to carry the game console “to shift the paradigm and
Shape Magazine Licenses Name for Fitness Equipment
Shape magazine has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Fitness EM to create a line of branded fitness products designed specifically for women. The Shape-branded line will include fitness tools and editorial-inspired workout kits.
Powdr Corp. Agrees to Buy Copper Mountain
Intrawest and Powdr Corp announced they have entered into a definitive purchase agreement to sell Intrawest’s interests in Copper Mountain to Powdr Corp. The transaction is anticipated to close in December 2009 and is subject to the issuance of a U
Whistler Blackcomb Opens 12 Days Early
Whistler Blackcomb opened Whistler Mountain for the 2009/10 season this past Saturday, Nov. 14 a full 12 days before scheduled after heavy early-season snowfalls. The resort, which will host alpine and nordic events at the Winter Olympics in February, ope
Famous Footwear’s Joe Wood to Retire, Brown Shoe Hikes Q3 Guidance
Brown Shoe Company, Inc. announced that division President-Retail Joe Wood plans to retire in 2010. Rick Ausick will assume the role of Division President-Famous Footwear. Brown Shoe also said it expects third quarter earnings to increase over year-ago le
Brown Shoe Views HIgher Profit in Q3; Joe Wood to Retire
Brown Shoe Company, Inc. said expects third quarter earnings to increase over year-ago levels and come in well above Wall Street's consensus estimates. The company also
announced preliminary sales of total net sales of $625.6 million for the third
Timberland Targets UN Leaders With Online Campaign
The Timberland Company launched an online campaign, dubbed Don’t Tell Us It Can’t Be Done, to encourage people to challenge government leaders attending the United Nation’s Conference on Climate Change (COP15) in Copenhagen this December
Diesel USA Chief to Head Lacoste USA
Devanlay S.A., the Paris-based holder of the worldwide manufacturing and distribution license for LACOSTE apparel, announced the appointment of Steve Birkhold, formerly head of Diesel USA, as CEO of its US subsidiary effective Jan. 4, 2010. The current Pr
Deckers Wins Ugg Counterfeit Lawsuit
Deckers Outdoor Corp. has won a copyright infringement lawsuit against a Melbourne, Australia firm over the sale of counterfeit Ugg boots. According to Smart Company in Australia, a court has ordered the company, Hepbourne, to pay Australian $7.5m (U.S. $
Descente Posts Strong Profit Increase Fiscal Q2
Descente Ltd. posted a 4.7% decrease in revenues for the fiscal second quarter. Total consolidated worldwide revenues were ¥21.68 billion ($231 mm) for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, compared to ¥22.75 billion ($226 mm) in the year-ago quarter.
Diadora Introduces Eco-Friendly Soccer Uniforms
Golden Viking Sports, LLC, the exclusive U.S. licensee of Diadora soccer footwear, apparel and accessories, introduced Diadora Terra Verde, an environmentally friendly soccer apparel collection made from post-consumer recycled P.E.T. It is the first eco-f
Industry Execs Provide Outlook for Year Ahead
While it appears that the U.S. downturn may be bottoming out and the recession declared “over,” the sporting goods industry isn't looking for strong recovery in 2010. Despite some healthier sales over the back-to-school season and early c
Head NV Sees Weakness in Winter Sports in Q3 while Margins and Profits Improve
Head N.V. continues to see weakness in its Winter Sports division despite a strong start to the winter season throughout much of North America and the Alps. The company reported net revenues were down 1.0% to €92.2 million ($132 mm) for the three mo
