SGB Update Sports & Fitness
Nike Reports Q1 Sales Fall 12%; Futures Orders Down 6%
Nike, Inc. reported revenues for the first quarter ended Aug. 31 decreased 12% to $4.8 billion from $5.4 billion a year ago. Excluding changes in currency exchange rates, net revenue was down 7% compared to the same period last year…
California Firearms Groups Protest Anti-Gun Bills
The California Association of Firearms Retailers (CAFR) and the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) issued a statement advising legislators to veto three anti-gun bills in the state. The groups said lost retail sales in California are estimated at
OIA Endorses Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Date Shift
The Outdoor Industry Association's Board of Directors announced their endorsement and recommendation of a shift of the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market (ORSM) dates from the third week of July to the first week of August in 2010 and beyond…
Birki’s Names Mangione VP, Sales and Marketing
Birki's, the casual footwear brand, has appointed Robert Mangione as its vice president of Sales and Marketing. In this newly created position, Mangione will lead programs to strengthen brand positioning with existing customers, and drive growth in n
OIA: Tariff Uncertainty Could Demand Adjustments for Footwear Makers
According to the OIA, the possibility that Congress won’t extend temporary duty relief on dozens of types of outdoor footwear featuring water resistant textile and synthetic uppers has manufacturers re-evaluating product design and production schedu
Prois Hunting Announces New Partnerships
Próis Hunting Apparel, a manufacturer of women's hunting clothing, has recently joined forces with industry members including Heat Factory, Victory Archery, Dead Down Wind and BOG Gear…
Boddington Becomes Medjet Company Spokesman
MedjetAssist, a emergency medical evacuation and repatriation membership program, said Craig Boddington has signed on as a company spokesperson to the hunting and outdoor market…
Adidas Endorses European Rugby Cup
Adidas became the official matchball and referee kit supplier to the European Rugby Cup (ERC). Under the sponsorship deal with the ERC, adidas will provide the official match ball for both the Heineken Cup and newly titled Amlin Challenge Cup…
China Pacing Nike Brand’s Growth
Nike Inc. said in a SEC filing that NIKE brand's sales in its Greater China segment, including China, Taiwan and Hong Kong, rose 29% in its fiscal year ended May 31, to $1.74 billion from $1.35 billion a year ago. In constant currencies, sales climbe
Cabela’s Names VP of Merchandising, Great Outdoors
Cabela’s Inc. hired Scott Frnka as vice president of merchandising – General Outdoors. Frnka, most recently vice president of Academy Sports and Outdoors’ Field and Stream Division, brings more than 15 years of retail merchandising experience
Everlast Partners With 24 Hour Fitness
Everlast Worldwide has launched a national marketing tie-in with 24 Hour Fitness gyms called the Everlast Shadowbox Workout..
Mountain Khakis Opens Distribution Warehouse in Gastonia, NC
Mountain Khakis said it opened a new fulfillment warehouse in Gastonia, North Carolina. Mountain Khakis relocated their warehouse from a third party operation in Texas to their own facility in North Carolina, in close proximity to their Charlotte office.
301Sports.com Merges with GetTeamGear.com
301Sportsonline.com said it merged with GetTeamGear.com to form a newly named company, 301Sports.com. The new online sporting goods retailer headquartered in Washington, Utah, focuses on baseball and softball equipment…
Vail Resorts Announces Change in Breckenridge Management Team
Vail Resorts, Inc. announced that Lucy Kay is leaving her position as vice president and chief operating officer of Breckenridge Resort, effective Oct. 7…
Oakley Expands Customized Program to Watches and Backpacks
Oakley, Inc. announced the further expansion of its program that gives customers the option to customize select Oakley products. In addition to eyewear and performance goggles, the Oakley Custom Program (OCP) now includes timepieces and backpacks…
