SGB Update Sports & Fitness

Macy’s Reports Positive Comp Sales For November/December

Macy’s Inc. announced that its comparable sales on an owned basis increased 1.0 percent in the months of November and December 2017 combined, compared to the same period last year. Active apparel, shoes, dresses, coats, fine jewelry, men’s tailored clothing, children’s and home were all top performers.

Powerstep Parent Files Infringement Lawsuit

Stable Step, LLC, a leading provider of prefabricated orthotics and insoles under the Powerstep brand, has filed a lawsuit in the Southern District of Florida against Foot Care Store, Inc./Dia-Foot, distributor and retailer of Pure Stride orthotics.

H&M Unveils Latest Sustainably-Led Sport Collection

H&M announced that their latest sport collection is made solely from sustainable materials, blending fashionable design with highly functional details. Inspired by nature and strong women, the collection will be available in select stores and online at hm.com from January 4.

A Running Start Joining Forces with Fleet Feet

Fleet Feet announced that A Running Start in West Reading, PA, will partner with Fleet Feet as a location effective immediately. Current owner, founder, and chief running officer of A Running Start Sorita Averill-Fitzgerald will remain owner of the store, which she first opened in 2004.

Champion System USA Finds Buyer

Custom cycling apparel maker Champion System USA has been sold to Jay Thomas, the brand’s former vice president of sales and marketing, and Champion System Limited. Thomas will also serve as the company’s managing director.

Adidas Golf Strengthens Roster

Adidas Golf announced that it has extended the contract of 2017 Masters Champion Sergio Garcia, re-signed 2017 PGA TOUR Rookie of the Year and TOUR Championship winner Xander Schauffele, and signed three-time European Tour winner Tyrrell Hatton to apparel and footwear contracts.

Fabletics Launches Demi Lovato Footwear And Athletic Bag Collection

Fabletics announced the launch of a new Demi Lovato for Fabletics capsule collection. This marks Lovato’s third collaboration with the brand, which features exclusive new looks and the debut of her first-ever lifestyle accessories, including seven footwear styles and two athletic bags.

Callaway Golf Signs Sergio Garcia

Callaway Golf Company announced that Sergio Garcia, the reigning Masters Champion, has joined its Tour Professional Staff.

Alstyle Apparel To Close California Distribution Center

Alstyle Apparel, theT-shirt and sweatshirt company acquired by Gildan Activewear in 2016, is closing its distribution center in Anaheim, CA., affecting 81 jobs, according to notices filed with the state Employment Development Department.