Genesco’s Q4 Sales Through December 25 Climb 18 Percent
Genesco, Inc. announced that total overall sales increased by 18 percent and 9 percent for the quarter-to-date period ended December 25, 2021 versus the same period for fiscal 2021 and fiscal 2020, respectively.
Smart Contact Lens Startup Partners With Adidas And Other Sports Brands
Augmented reality contact lens developer Mojo Vision has partnered with Adidas and several other fitness brands to bring its data-tracking eye lens into the consumer market. The company also announced $45 million in new funding to bring its total investment to $205 million.
PGA Show Enhances Safety Measures For Upcoming Show
The 2022 PGA Show organizers said it has implemented enhanced health and safety measures following CDC guidelines, local public health guidance and host venue protocols for its scheduled in-person Orlando, FL show to be held from January 25-28.
Golftec Opens Location Outside Of Seattle
Golftec announcing the opening of an instruction and club fitting center in Bellevue, WA.
NICS Firearms Background Checks Fall Six Percent In December
The December 2021 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) decreased 6.0 percent to 1.79 million from 1.91 million a year ago.
NFHS Network Surpasses One Million Events Streamed
NFHS Network announced it has now streamed over one million events across the U.S. since the company’s founding in 2008. In conjunction with this milestone, NFHS Network also launched its “Founders Club,” honoring 50 high schools across the country that have made an impact on the company.
USA Triathlon Appoints Board Members
The National Governing Body of USA Triathlon announced that three independent directors were appointed to its Board of Directors—Felix Stellmaszek, San Francisco, CA and the re-appointment of Henry J. Brandon III, Los Angeles, CA and Monica Paul, Dallas, TX.
The Buckle’s December Comp Sales Rise 17.7 Percent
The Buckle, Inc. announced that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 5-week period ended January 1, 2022, increased 17.7 percent.
HitTrax And MLB Enter Licensing Agreement
InMotion Systems, creator of the HitTrax baseball system, and Major League Baseball have entered into a licensing agreement that allows HitTrax to incorporate MLB assets and trademarks directly into its platform.
Lululemon Names New CEO Of Mirror
Lululemon Athletica, Inc. announced the appointment of Michael Aragon as CEO of Mirror and Lululemon Digital Fitness, effective January 17, 2022. He was the chief content officer at Twitch.
Superfeet Founder and Insole Innovator, Dennis Brown, Passes Away
Superfeet announced the passing of its founder, Dennis Brown, on December 31, 2021. A decorated soldier, entrepreneur, inventor, and teacher. He was 96.
Employees Purchase Kitsbow With Backing From NC Investors
Kitsbow, the maker of cycling clothing and accessories, announced it was purchased on January 3, 2022 by its employees, with assistance from local North Carolina investors, after ten years as a privately owned company.
Dick’s SG Raises Full-Year Outlook
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. in a regulatory filing Thursday raised its guidance for the full year and provided fourth-quarter earnings guidance that was well above Wall Street’s consensus target.
Authentic Brands Group Withdraws IPO
Authentic Brands Group Inc., officially withdrew its plans for an initial public offering, according to a regulatory filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The cancellation of the IPO was expected given its move in November to sell significant equity stakes in the company to private equity firms CVC Capital Partners and HPS Investment Partners.
Helen of Troy Houseware’s Segment Sees 11 Percent Q3 Growth
Helen of Troy Limited reported sales in its Housewares segment, which includes Hydroflask and OXO, increased 10.7 percent in the third quarter ended November 30 to $246.1 million compared to $222.4 million a year ago.
