SGB Update Sports & Fitness

Lacrosse Unlimited Expands Nationwide Footprint

The newly added stores in Illinois, Georgia, Colorado, and Florida represent the emergence of the sport in these markets and Lacrosse Unlimited’s support to grow the sport in each demographic.

TruGolf Links Signs Franchise Development Deal

As Regional Developer for TruGolf Links, Knoxville, TN native John Young will lead a statewide expansion of the company’s indoor golf concept, starting with the first flagship location in Knoxville.

Head NA Names Bardsley as Next CEO; Kempin Sets July Retirement

The company has named Jeff Bardsley as the next president and CEO of Head North America. The current VP of Racquet Sports marketing for North America, will replace longtime CEO Kevin Kempin, who will retire July 1 after 32 years with the company.

Academy Appoints EVP & Chief Information Officer

Sumit Anand joined Academy this month and reports directly to CEO Steve Lawrence. Anand oversees enterprise technology operations, including cybersecurity, IT infrastructure and operations, and IT shared services, supporting the company’s corporate, distribution center and retail initiatives.

Rip Curl and Oboz Parent KMD Names Former Nike Europe CEO as New Group CEO

Brent Scrimshaw transitioned from a non-executive role on the company’s Board to assume the role of Group CEO and managing director on March 24. Outgoing Group CEO Michael Daly will step down as director of KMD Brands on March 25 and complete a transition period with Scrimshaw until April 4.

Ross Stores Reports Q4 Sales and Earnings at Top End of Forecast

Ross sales trends began softening later in January and into February. The company believes a combination of unseasonable weather and heightened volatility in the macroeconomic and geopolitical environments has negatively impacted customer traffic.