SGB Update Sports & Fitness
Hibbett Sports Adds Two Online Features
Hibbett Sporting Goods Inc., a U.S. based athleisure retailer operating more than 1,000 premium athletic apparel, footwear and equipment stores in small and mid-sized markets, today announced the launch of the company’s two newest service enhancements: Buy Online, Pick Up In Store (BOPIS) and Reserve Online, Pick Up in Store (ROPIS).
Golf Rounds Played Dip In August
According to Golf Datatech, golf rounds played in the U.S. were down 1.6 percent in August year-over-year on a national level.
Report: Anta Signs Gordon Hayward
Gordon Hayward, the Boston Celtics forward, has reportedly agreed to a “massive shoe deal” with Chinese sportswear brand Anta, according to ESPN.
TCS New York City Marathon Launches Campaign Honoring Inspirational Runners
New York Road Runners (NYRR) announced Team #MovedMe, a group of inspirational runners participating in the TCS New York City Marathon who embody the transformative power of running.
Report: Colin Kaepernick Nearly Dropped Before Nike’s Anniversary Ad
Nike nearly ended the company’s contract with Colin Kaepernick in the summer of 2017 before moving this year to have the former quarterback play a prominent role in the brand’s 30th anniversary ad campaign, according to a report in the New York Times.
Nix Wins $15,000 Grand Prize At 2018 SFIA Start-Up Challenge
Nix, the creators of high-tech sensors, capable of measuring hydration status via sweat to optimize safety and physical and cognitive performance, ended up taking home the grand prize at SFIA’s 2018 Start-Up Challenge.
Everlast Launches New Global Ad Campaign
Everlast launched new global campaign, “‘Be First,” that challenges individuals to carve their own path to success, featuring heavyweight champion of the world Deontay Wilder, 12-year-old Phenom Jesselyn Silva and more.
Deloitte Study Finds Consumers Collecting More Personal Health Data
The number of U.S. consumers tracking their health data with wearables has more than doubled since 2013 while they are also becoming more engaged in their own health care through technology and data sharing, according to new research from the Deloitte Center for Health Solutions.
Fabletics Collection To Benefit MindUP
Fabletics, the active-lifestyle brand co-founded by Kate Hudson in 2013, announced the first partnership between Hudson and her mother, actress Goldie Hawn, to launch a global capsule collection in support of The Goldie Hawn Foundation’s MindUP.
Nike’s Momentum Continues In Q1
Nike Inc. reported double-digit revenue growth in the first quarter ended August 31. The performance was driven by the continued success of the Consumer Direct Offense, which fueled growth across all geographies as well as wholesale and Nike Direct, led by digital.
Target Decorated Apparel Appoints President
Target Decorated Apparel, a leading contract decorator for the promotional products and retail industries, announced that Kevin Schardt has been appointed president. Schardt will assume the role previously filled by Target Decorated Apparel owner and chairman, Steve Kanney.
Sears’ CEO Urges Broad Debt Restructuring
Sears Holdings Corp CEO Eddie Lampert’s hedge fund in a regulatory filing called on Sears’ board to sell $1.5 billion more in real estate and restructure $1.1 billion in debt in order to stave off a bankruptcy filing.
Technogym Becomes Official Supplier Of PGA Tour
The PGA Tour and Technogym have announced a multi-year partnership designating Technogym as an Official Supplier of the PGA Tour Player Performance Center.
Bill Murray’s Golf Apparel Company Signs Office Lease In East Austin
William Murray Golf, a golf apparel company owned by actor and comedian Bill Murray and his six brothers, have leased an office space at 1308 E. Seventh St., Austin, TX.
U.S. Polo Assn. Named Official Apparel Sponsor Of China Open Polo Tournament
USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL), the official licensing arm and broadcaster of the United States Polo Association (USPA), along with its China licensing partner, Yicai Brands Management, announced that U.S. Polo Assn. will be the official apparel sponsor of the 2018 China Open Polo Tournament.
