SGB Update Sports & Fitness
Nike To Sponsor Alabama A&M
Alabama A&M’s athletic department has joined an apparel partnership with Nike and BSN that begins during the 2018-19 athletic seasons.
Dick’s Donates To The Annika Foundation
The Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation announced a $50,000 donation to LPGA legend Annika Sörenstam’s Annika Foundation’s “Share My Passion” girls golf clinic.
Change Of Leadership At Peak Performance
The CEO of Peak Performance Nicolas Warchalowski has chosen to leave his assignment at his own request after the successful acquisition transaction with Amer Sports.
Running USA Announces Run Happy Pitch Fest At 2019 Industry Conference
Running USA has announced the Run Happy Pitch Fest Presented by Brooks. Entries for the pitch fest will open Sept. 1, and finalists will pitch for sponsorships from Brooks and Nuun at the 2019 Industry Conference powered by the Active Network, set for Feb. 10-12, 2019 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Blain’s Farm & Fleet Announces Fourth Michigan Location
Family-owned and operated Blain’s Farm & Fleet has announced plans for the company’s fourth Michigan location in Ottawa County’s Holland Township. It is slated to open in the fall of 2019.
Rebel Athletic, Eastbay Announce School Partnership
Rebel Athletic and Eastbay have announced that they are joining forces to offer a uniform, accessory and equipment solution for all school team sports in the U.S., including dance and cheerleading.
Superflex Rebrands As Seismic, Acquires Assets of Lumo Bodytech
The company formerly known as Superflex announced Thursday the company has rebranded as Seismic and acquired the intellectual property (IP) of Lumo Bodytech, a motion science company known for the company’s posture-correcting and fitness devices.
Federal Judge Dismisses Rick Pitino’s Lawsuit Against Adidas
A federal judge has dismissed former Louisville coach Rick Pitino’s lawsuit against Adidas, agreeing with the sportswear maker that his claim requires arbitration and should be heard out of court, according to the Associated Press.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation Donates $50,000 To Annika Foundation
The Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation on Wednesday announced a $50,000 Sports Matter donation to Share My Passion girls golf clinics, an initiative of LPGA legend Annika Sörenstam’s Annika Foundation.
NGF: Tariffs on Chinese Products Could Affect Golf Industry
Some sectors of the golf industry could find themselves in the rough as a result of the proposed tariffs on $200 billion worth of U.S. imports from China, among them golf bags, hats and mower parts, according to a recent report from the National Golf Foundation.
WFSGI To Host World Manufacturers Forum
The World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI) will host the sixth annual World Manufacturers Forum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, December 11-12. The event, “Manufacturing 4.0: Steps Towards a Future Vision,” will feature a wide range of keynote speakers discussing academics, consumer goods, electronics and other sectors.
Eventbaxx Expands In U.S. With San Francisco Office
Eventbaxx, which provides digital goodie bags for events, is opening an office in San Francisco, CA, to increase the company’s presence in the U.S. market.
Infinit Named Official Hydration Sponsor Of Interbike OutDoor Demo
Infinit Nutrition has been named the official hydration sponsor of the 2018 Interbike OutDoor Demo for the second year in a row.
ActiveWorks Endurance Expands Marketing Reach With Garmin Coach
Active Network, a provider of a suite of race management tools, has collaborated with Garmin International Inc. to integrate listings on Active.com with Garmin Coach through a new system integration (API), providing Active’s customers and their endurance events with expanded marketing reach.
July Retail Sales Increase 4.9 Percent Over 2017
July retail sales were up 0.4 percent seasonally adjusted from June and increased 4.9 percent unadjusted year-over-year, giving the industry a solid kickoff for the third quarter as consumers continued to spend despite concerns about the growing trade war, the National Retail Federation said Wednesday.
