Mueller Introduces “Mueller Green” Braces
Mueller Sports Medicine said it has introduced a line of athletic braces and supports made primarily from recycled plastic bottles and other recycled substances. Called Mueller Green, the new products also feature a core made from non-petroleum based mate
TSA Appoints New Marketing and Strategy Chief
The Sports Authority has appointed industry veteran Jeffrey Schumacher chief marketing officer and chief strategy officer to oversee all marketing, advertising, private brand strategy, digital/eCommerce and corporate and business development strategy…
Winchester Wins “(Ammo) Manufacturer of the Year”
For the second consecutive year, Winchester Ammunition has been awarded the Ammunition Manufacturer of the Year award by the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW)…
Backcountry.com Finding Profitable Growth Amid the Recession
Although it's seeing some price resistance along with many other retailers, Backcountry.com continues to generate sales gains year-to-date and remains profitable. Backcountry.com's parent, Liberty Media, reported third quarter results last week
NWTF Invests $250,000
The National Wild Turkey Federation distributed nearly $250,000 in October 2009 as it continues to advance its mission of benefiting wildlife conservation and protecting hunting traditions. The dollars are distributed to states and programs through the NW
Adams Golf Shows Sequential Improvement on Product Launches in Third Quarter
Adams Golf reported sales for the third fiscal quarter were essentially flat at $17.4 million, representing a quarter-over-quarter improvement after the company saw sales plummet 30% in a highly-promotional second quarter…
Orange 21’s Q3 Sales Fall 27%; Swings to Loss
Orange 21 Inc. reported that consolidated net sales for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2009 were $8.8 million compared to net sales of $12.0 million a year ago. The company incurred a net loss of $1.1 million for the quarter compared to net income of $6
Aldila Q3 Sales Down, Loss Narrows
Aldila, Inc. said net sales for the third quarter declined 9.3% to $10.7 million from $11.8 million a year ago as sales to the company’s golf segment remained soft due to a shortage of consumer discretionary income. Average selling prices for golf s
BoatU.S. Names Three to Advisory Council
Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatU.S.) has made three key appointments to its National Advisory Council. They include Lenora Clark, Anne Sacks and Col. Terry West. Clark is vice chair, California Boating and Waterways Commission and Sacks
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.
Element 21 Fiscal 2009 Sales Up on Fishing Line Launches
Element 21 Golf Company, a manufacturer of advanced Scandium Alloy golf and biofiber fishing equipment, reported revenues of $4.0 million for fiscal 2009, an increase of 218% compared to revenue of $1.8 million for fiscal 2008. The company said the increa
ATF Issues Ruling Regarding Manufacturing Done For Other Manufacturers
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives has released a new ruling authorizing manufacturer performing a manufacturing process on a firearm for, or on behalf of another manufacturer, not to place their identifying markings on each firearm..
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
Cerf Bros. Files for Chapter 11, Puts Itself Up for Sale
Cerf Bros. Bag Co, a 94-year-old manufacturer of packs, weapons cases, field & blind bags, travel gear, decoy bags and accessories for hunting and camping, has filed a bankruptcy petition and put its assets up for sale…
DeBeer Lacrosse Names Equipment and Apparel Provider
DeBeer Lacrosse, the women's lacrosse specialist, announced a partnership agreement with Bounce Entertainment to be their exclusive equipment and apparel provider…
