SGB Update Sports & Fitness
LeagueApps Secures Additional Equity Investment
Founded in 2010, LeagueApps powers youth and local sports organizations across eight team sports, pro leagues, and teams and supports engagement with parents and coaches.
Galfer Appoints New Global Marketing Director
Guillermo Font is a 20-plus-year marketing and brand development veteran who has worked across various sectors and countries, driving growth and innovation.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Sees Consumers Pull Back Spending In September
Retail sales saw a slight month-over-month drop in September but consumers continued to spend more than last year as interest rates and inflation fell and employment rose, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor.
Niner Bikes Moves To New Location in Fort Collins
Niner Bikes, owned by parent company United Wheels, is leasing a new office space in Fort Collins, CO to support growth plans.
Reyhee Group Recalls Droyd Youth Bike Helmets
About 400 Droyd multi-purpose youth helmets have been recalled for failing to comply with the positional stability, retention system, impact, labeling, and certification requirements of the mandatory federal safety regulations for bike helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
Rebel Sport’s Parent Appoints Amazon Exec As Director
Super Retail Group, appointed Kate Burleigh, formerly a regional Amazon executive, as a non-executive director, effective November 11.
Reju Launches First Recycling Facility in Germany
Materials recycling company Reju, led by former Under Armour CEO Patrik Frisk, with offices in Europe and North America, has opened its Regeneration Hub in Frankfurt, Germany with expected deliveries to begin in 2025.
Nike Moves Tom Peddie Back Into VP/GM of North America Role
Nike, Inc. announced that Tom Peddie will become vice president and general manager of the North America geography, effective October 21. He succeeds Scott Uzzell, who has decided to leave the company.
Pickleball Kingdom to Open Club in Marlboro Township
As an avid pickleball player, committed to promoting the sport and engaging with the local community franchisee Ved Mishra is spearheading the club’s development.
Mizuno Running Shifts U.S. Sales Regional Management Responsibilities
The restructuring comes as the company seeks to return to double-digit growth within the run specialty channel. The sales management team, now includes three regional managers. Casey Barrett (North), Greg Udzielak (West) and Matt Baum (South).
Thirty-5 Capital Launches Pickleball Apparel Brand with Muev
Muev manufactures thermoregulated apparel for men and women for use on and off the court. The apparel ranges from shirts, socks, and hoodies to dresses, skirts, and hats designed by creators who have worked for Tommy Hilfiger, Lululemon, Nike, and Ralph Lauren.
Sacks Parente Golf Raises $732,000 in Stock Sale
The company reported that the sale proceeds from selling 366,000 shares would go toward general corporate and working capital needs. The transaction was priced on October 9 and is expected to close on or about October 10.
Life Time Annapolis Doubles Footprint as Pickleball Demand Expands
The expanded footprint of Life Time Annapolis, announced in May 2024, now covers nearly 90,000 square feet which includes 11 permanent pickleball courts, courtside social lounges, small group training, cardio and strength training equipment.
Club Pilates Signs Master Franchise Agreement for Mexico
Club Pilates, owned by Xponential Fitness, will be expanding into Mexico through a Master Franchise Agreement with Riser Fitness, a U.S.-based Club Pilates Franchise Group.
Report: Team Sports Participation Highest in Ten Years
SFIA)released its 2024 U.S. Trends in Team Sports Report breaks down data for 24 team sports by youth and young adult team participation and includes information on coaches, training and trends to watch for in 2024.
