Work Sharp Successfully Defends IP Against Unauthorized Resellers
U.S. District Judge Michael McShane in the District of Oregon reportedly entered two judgments in favor of Work Sharp and against two unauthorized resellers of Work Sharp products.
Canada Goose Offers Resale Platform To Consumers
Canada Goose launched a re-commerce platform, Canada Goose Generations, providing an authorized reselling platform that “keeps Canada Goose products in circulation, giving them a second, third and fourth lifetime,” according to a company release.
Under Armour Adds Two To Board As Saunders Departs
Under Armour, Inc. appointed Carolyn Everson and Patrick Whitesell to its board of directors effective February 1, 2023. Longtime UA board member Harvey Sanders will retire on March 31, 2023.
Nike Files Footwear Infringement Lawsuit Against Lululemon
Nike Inc. sued Lululemon Athletica Inc. on Monday in U.S. federal court in Manhattan, charging that at least four of Lululemon footwear products infringe its patents.
Nike To Open Store In Tigard
Nike plans to open a store in Tigard, OR, a suburb of Portland, at the Bridgeport Village lifestyle center.
Golf Participation Up In 2022 But December Rounds Fall On Tough Comps
The number of golfers playing on- and off-course grew 10 percent last year to 41.1 million from 37.5 million in 2021, according to the National Golf Foundation. The gains came from off-course participation.
USA Pickleball Sees Strong Membership Growth In 2022
USA Pickleball, the national governing body for the sport, published its annual growth report, showing membership increased nearly 30 percent in 2022 from 2021.
Gucci Names Creative Director
Gucci hired Sabato De Sarno as creative director. He has worked in the industry for nearly two decades after starting his career at Prada in 2005.
CDC Study: Few Adults In U.S. Meet Physical Activity Guidelines
According to a study published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only 28 percent of the U.S. adult population meets the recommended aerobic and muscle-building activities established by health officials.
Saks Renovates Men’s Dept At Flagship; Expands Online Assortment
Saks introduced a new shopping experience in its men’s department on the seventh floor of its New York City flagship and expanded its menswear assortment online as part of the luxury retailer’s commitment to its men’s business.
IAiming Partners With Leisure Sales
IAiming, the smart thermal rifle scopes manufacturer, partnered with Leisure Sales to represent the brand in 13 Western states.
Dunning Golf Names Salesman Of The Year And Star Partner
Dunning Golf named Eddie Hellemann as its 2022 salesman of the year and Paul Steward with the 2022 star partner of customer service award.
Academy Sports’ Debt Ratings Outlook Raised
S&P Global Ratings revised its debt rating outlook for Academy Sports + Outdoor, Inc. following a debt repayment. The positive rating outlook reflects the potential for an upgrade if Academy consistently performs during an uncertain economy while sustaining low S&P Global Ratings-adjusted leverage of about 1x.
Report: U.S. Outdoor And Sports Toy Category Sales Fall 11 Percent In 2022
The NPD Group reported that U.S. retail sales of toys generated $29.2 billion in 2022, a decrease of 0.2 percent.
Giant Group Acquires Minority Stake In Stages Cycling
Giant Group, headquartered in Portland, OR, acquired a 32.5 percent stake in Stages Cycling, a maker of stationary smart bikes for the commercial gym and home markets and crankarm-based power meters.
