SGB Update Sports & Fitness

Jabra Hires Cheryle Walline As North American Head Of Channels
Jabra, the audio and communications technology specialist, announced the launch of the Jabra One Partner Program and appointment of Cheryle Walline as head of channels, public sector and SME in North America.

Vie Active Opens Flagship Store In Sun Valley
Inspired by Founder Noa Ries’s hometown of Bondi Beach, the store has a laid-back beach house vibe, outfitted with a shell chandelier, drift wood hued floors and a collection of surfboards from Ries’s own personal collection.

TomTom Reports Q2 Loss On Goodwill Charge
The latest quarter included a non-cash impairment charge on the entire goodwill of the Consumer segment of €169 million.

Under Armour Extends Sponsorship With University Of Hawai‘i
Under Armour Inc. and the University of Hawai‘i announced a long-term partnership extension that designates Under Armour as the official outfitter of the 21-varsity intercollegiate athletic programs through June 2022.

Play It Again Sports Parent Sees Q2 Gains
Winmark Corp., the parent of Play It Again Sports, announced net income for the quarter ended July 1, 2017 of $5.8 million, or $1.29 a share, up from $5.4 million, or $1.25, a year ago.

Fleet Feet Unveils New Initiatives At Annual Conference
At its annual conference held in Pinehurst, NC, Fleet Feet unveiled three key initiatives to franchise owners: its first in-store 3D scanning technology, fit id; a reboot of the brand’s original brand positioning and consumer marketing campaign, fitlosophy; and a brand new e-mail platform and internal communication hub.

Nike’s Headquarters Expansion To Reportedly Cost $1 Billion
Nike’s ongoing expansion of its headquarters will cost more than $1 billion, according to a report in the Oregonian.

Paul Ryan To Visit New Balance Factory On July 20
U.S. House Speaker Paul D. Ryanwill visit the New Balance factory in Lawrence, MA on Thursday to discuss federal tax reform.

Garmin Partners With K4Connect
Garmin International Inc. announced a collaboration with K4Connect to integrate wearable devices as part of K4Community, K4Connect’s “connected-life” platform supporting older adults and individuals living with disabilities.

Nike Appoints EVP, Global Human Resources
Monique Matheson, a 19-year veteran of Nike, most recently served as VP, chief talent and diversity officer, overseeing all aspects of talent management, and diversity and inclusion.

Nike Unveils First Look At NBA Uniforms
Employing 3D body maps of players, including heat and sweat maps, Nike designers said they would up making significant changes to the weight, fit and construction of the uniforms.

Croakies Becomes Eyewear Retainer Of Pacific Paddle Games
Croakies, the manufacturer of outdoor retention products, signed on as associate sponsor and the exclusive eyewear retainer of the 2017 Pacific Paddle Games.

Xenith Partners With Cleveland Browns
The Detroit-based helmet manufacturer, along with the Cleveland Browns, Ohio Lottery and University Hospitals have teamed up to outfit Ohio area football teams with more than $500,000 in football helmets over the next five years.

Maui Jim x Vinylize Collaborate On Vinyl Vision
Built on Vinylize’s proprietary production technology and featuring Maui Jim’s revolutionary lenses.