SGB Update Sports & Fitness

Sqairz Forms Medical Advisory Board to Elevate Brand

The formation of a Medical Advisory Board brings together accomplished doctors of sports medicine, biomechanics and physical therapy, whose insights will “allow us to continue to set new benchmarks for athletic footwear.”

Imperial Rebrands Peter Millar Soft Goods Licensing Division

Under the leadership of PGA of America member Andrew Blatnik, Peter Millar Licensing Co. will continue to offer an extensive range of soft goods accessories, including t-shirts, belts, and key fobs, in close collaboration with Peter Millar.

PGA of America Appoints New CEO

Derek Sprague is the first person to serve the PGA as a past president and CEO. He served as the 39th president from 2014-2016. Sprague succeeds Seth Waugh, who served as CEO from August 2018 to June 2024.

Scholastic Sports Sales Owner Jeff Miller Passes Away

Miller owned Scholastic Sports Sales, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in April 2024 and is in its third generation of family ownership. He was a member of the NSGA Board for two terms from 2015 to 2021. He unexpectedly passed away on December 19 at age 69.

Bobby Jones Links Names VP of Revenue Management

With a diverse background in various industries, including golf, hospitality and education, Eric Escamilla’s career, includes roles as regional director of Membership Sales at Heritage Golf Group and director of Membership at ClubCorp.

AstroTurf Welcomes New Regional Sales Manager

Chris Siegle joins AstroTurf as the new regional sales Manager for Western Pennsylvania and Western New York. He brings an extensive background in sports and coaching of over two decades to the role.

OHM Fitness Opens First Arizona Location

The studio’s 2,200-square-foot space marks a larger expansion plan for the company in the Arizona’s West Valley and nationwide. Franchisees Casey Meyeres, April Meyeres, Candice Johnson, and Chris Johnson lead OHM’s West Valley location.