SGB Update Sports & Fitness
Mavic Names Hawley US Distributor
Mavic has selected Hawley of Lexington, SC to distribute its wheels and other bicycle products across the United States.
UFC Sells Organization to Private Company
The UFC, the world’s premier professional mixed martial arts (MMA) organization, was acquired by WME | IMG.
Amazon Shares View of Sports & Fitness Industry at SFIA Summit
The SFIA 2016 Industry Leaders Summit (ILS) will feature Amazon Sports’ Category Lead, Fouzan Mansuri, and Sports Marketing Lead, Ryan Elvers, in a keynote chat.
Adidas Points Infringement Lawsuit at Skechers (Again)
Adidas filed a suit against rival footwear company Skechers, submitting to the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon that Skechers, “shameless imitations tarnish the reputation of our brand.
Performance Sports Group Board Member Resigns
Performance Sports Group Ltd. shared that Larry Lucchino has resigned from the Board of Directors, effective immediately.
Under Armour Rallies Bryce Harper, Cam Newton in Upcoming Campaign
Under Armour unveiled its newest global marketing campaign, driven by the tagline, “It Comes From Below,” with sports featuring Bryce Harper and Cam Newton.
Future Leaks New Reebok Footwear Partnership
Reebok’s upcoming footwear partnership with rapper Future was leaked by the artist Sunday July 10 in an Instagram post from his personal account.
Nike Enlists Kevin Durant in Commitment to Growing Basketball in China
Nike Basketball and new Golden State Warriors player star Kevin Durant will begin a weeklong tour of Greater China, where the basketball star will hold clinics with local kids, make surprise visits and share new insights into Nike Basketball innovations.
Dick’s SG Renews with PGA Tour Champions
PGA Tour Champions and Dick’s Sporting Goods announced a three-year title sponsorship renewal of the Dick’s Sporting Goods Open through 2019.
Sports Authority Reaches Settlement Over Consignment Vendor Claims
Sports Authority has reached a deal that will allow it to sell pre-bankruptcy goods bought on consignment as part of its ongoing liquidation efforts.
Total Hockey Files for Bankruptcy Protection, Seeks Sale
Total Hockey filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy petition in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in St. Louis. The 32-store chain, founded in 1999, is seeking a sale of the company.
Total Hockey Seeks Sale In Bankruptcy Court
Total Hockey filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy petition and is looking for a buyer.
Sports Direct Reports Disappointing Fiscal Year Results
Sports Direct International plc, which pulled its bid for hundreds of Sports Authority stores last month, reported margins flatlined at its sporting goods retailing segment in the fiscal year ended April 24 as sales slowed in the back half of the year.
Sports Authority Settles Consignment Vendor Claims
Sports Authority reached an agreement that will allow it to sell pre-bankruptcy goods bought on consignment as part of its ongoing liquidation efforts.
