SGB Update Sports & Fitness
The Buckle Posts Double-Digit Comp Sales Gain In September
The Buckle, Inc. reported that comparable store net sales increased 10.3 percent for the five-week period ended October 1, 2011 versus the year-ago period. Net sales for the fiscal month increased 13.0 percent to $98.4 million from net sales of $87.1 mill
Stein Mart Sees 2.5 Percent Dip in Comps
Stein Mart, Inc. reported comparable store sales decreased 1.7 percent in September. Total sales were $98.9 million, a decrease of 2.5 percent from the same period in 2010. For the year to date, comparable store sales decreased 0.8 percent and total sales
Ross Stores Lifts Guidance on Strong September Comps
Ross Stores, Inc. reported that sales increased 9 percent to $726 million for the five weeks ended October 1, 2011, up from $666 million in sales for the five weeks ended October 2, 2010. Comparable store sales for the month grew 5 percent over the prior
TYR Signs Four Time World Champion Craig Alexander
TYR Sport Inc. announced a sponsorship agreement with four-time Ironman World Champion Craig Alexander…
AMGA Appoints Technical Director
The American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) appointed Dale Remsberg as the new technical director (TD)…
Five-Year Survey Shows Wetlands Losses are Slowing
America's wetlands declined slightly from 2004-2009, underscoring the need for continued conservation and restoration efforts, according to a report issued today by the Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service…
Finish Line Store To Reopen In Roseville, CA
Finish Line will reopen its store at the Westfield Galleria at Roseville October 6. The reopening comes less than one year after fire led to the partial closure of the mall…
Shoe Carnival Launches E-Commerce Website
Shoe Carnival, Inc. has launched its e-commerce website at ShoeCarnival.com. The new site is boasting over 1,500 styles of footwear and accessories from Nike, Adidas, Puma, Skechers, Sperry and others…
Mountain Equipment Co-op Publishes Accountability Report
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) has published its Accountability Report, providing a comprehensive view of the popular outdoor retailer's practices and performance across its business, from how products are designed and manufactured, to store operatio
Dick’s SG Announce ‘MVP of the Week’ Program
Dick's Sporting Goods announced its “MVP of the Week” program, a consumer promotion that recognizes amateur athletes for moments of greatness on the playing field and in the arena…
Golf Anti-Counterfeiting Group’s Efforts Lead to Convictions
In a sign of its continued success working internationally to enforce counterfeiting laws, the U.S. Golf Manufacturers Anti-Counterfeiting Working Group reports the conviction of two Chinese counterfeiters and the successful raid of a separate Chinese cou
Kokatat Partners with E.J. Jackson and Dane Jackson
Kokatat announced a new strategic alliance with whitewater kayaking superstar Eric “E.J.” Jackson and his son and reigning Junior Freestyle Kayak World Champion Dane Jackson. The Jacksons will collaborate with Kokatat on the development of a signature whi
Life is Good Festival Raises $1 Million for Kids in Need
Last weekend in Canton, MA, more than 20,000 optimists gathered for a two-day music and fundraising festival hosted by Life is Good. Drawing families and adults of all ages, the festival achieved its ambitious fundraising goal of $1 million for the Life i
Nike, Adidas Rank Among Best Global Brands in 2011
Nike ranked 25 on Interbrand's 2011 Best Global Brands report while Adidas landed at 62…
Wolverine Worldwide’s Q3 Profits Climb 18.4 Percent
Wolverine Worldwide reported that it delivered double-digit growth in both revenue and earnings per share in the third quarter along with record operating margin. Revenue rose 12.9 percent to $361.6 million from the prior year, representing the fifth cons
