SGB Update Sports & Fitness
VF Corp. Elevates Rendle To CEO Post
The Board of Directors of VF Corp. (NYSE: VFC) on Wednesday named Steve Rendle, 57, to replace Eric C. Wiseman as the the company’s chief executive officer.
Adore Me Launches First Activewear Collection
To launch the new product category, Adore Me shot a TV ad – featuring models Daniela Lopez and Bree Warren – that will air on national TV.
Fitbit Launches Step It Up Challenge
Launched with special guest U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, the two-week program encourages people of all ages, abilities and physical fitness levels to take steps toward a healthier lifestyle.
BSN Sports Partners With National IPA
National IPA, a founding member of the National Coalition for Public Procurement, awarded BSN Sports/US Games the comprehensive Athletic and Physical Education Equipment contract in an effort to help public agencies and educational institutions reduce costs and administrative burden.
PwC Issues Bullish Holiday Shopping Forecast
The global accounting and consulting firm is forecasting holiday spending will surge 10 percent beyond year-ago levels thanks to a 25-percent jump in online sales.
Texas Surf Park To Open Friday
The surf park near Austin, TX plans to open October 7 after reaching a legal settlement with local authorities, who had blocked its opening over heath concerns in mid-July.
ICSC Forecasts 3.3 Percent Growth This Holiday Season
In-store purchases continue to dominate, with 91 percent of holiday shoppers planning to spend at physical stores.
Study: Are MLB Players Unhealthy?
David E. Conroy, professor of kinesiology at Penn State, looked at 145 years of baseball player BMIs and noticed the number is rising.
Research: A Gym Buddy Makes You Exercise More
Researchers at the University of Aberdeen found from a recent study that enlisting a gym buddy will increase the amount of exercise you do, especially if that partner is emotionally supportive.
Gold’s Gym Santa Barbara Acquires Local Bay Clubs
Gold’s Gym franchisees will acquire three local Bay Club gyms, bringing its model to the formerly occupied club spaces in Santa Barbara.
Ashaway Continues As USA Racquetball Official String
Ashaway Racket Strings has once again been named the Official String of USA Racquetball (USAR). While terms of the agreement were not disclosed, Ashaway indicated its plans to continue its multifaceted programs to support and promote the sport of racquetball. Ashaway has been the USA Racquetball Official String since 2004. “As the only U.S. manufacturer […]
Sharapova Suspension Overruled, Expect Her On Court In 2017
The Court of Arbitration for Sport overruled Sharapova’s suspension duration to 15 months – 9 months shorter than initially decreed by the ITF.
Skechers Aims For $1.5 Million At Pier To Pier Friendship Walk
The Skechers Foundation set a $1.5 million fundraising goal for its eighth Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk — an annual event to support children with special needs and education.
Foot Locker Foundation Seeks Standout Scholar Athletes
The Foot Locker Scholar Athletes Program awards $20,000 college scholarships to outstanding student athletes who demonstrate exceptional academic ability and strong leadership skills in sports, school and within their communities.
Nike To Raffle 89 Self-Lacing ‘Mag’ Shoes
You have one week to get Nike’s self-lacing shoes…if you’re lucky.
