HDA, ASHA Announce Partnership

The Hockey Dealers Association (HDA) and American Special Hockey Association (ASHA) announced a partnership to grow opportunities for both organizations.

Easton Issues Safety Recall of Black Magic 2.0 Catcher’s Helmet

THOUSAND OAKS, CALIFORNIA (March 26, 2021) – Easton issued an important consumer safety notice regarding its Black Magic 2.0 catcher’s helmets for two reasons: Depending on usage and environment, most consumers will not experience any issues with their Black Magic 2.0 catcher’s helmet. However, to improve safety and performance, Easton asked that consumers STOP USING the Black … Continued

Vukgripz Partners with Perfect Game

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (March 25, 2021) – Perfect Game President, Jerry Ford, announced the launch of a multiyear relationship with VukGripz, making the leading manufacturer of award-winning, sports equipment gripping products the Official Bat Grip partner of Perfect Game.  As part of its National Bat Grip partnership, VukGripz will design and manufacture an exclusive line of Perfect Game … Continued

R.P. Acquisitions Purchases Stock & Field

EDWARDSVILLE, ILLINOIS (March 25, 2021) – R.P. Acquisition Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of R.P. Lumber Company, announced its pending acquisition of the assets of the Stock+Field family of stores and plans to begin operations under new management in April 2021. The stores will retain the Stock+Field name, and the new owners will seek input from employees and … Continued

Wilson Unveils New WNBA Game Ball

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (March 15, 2021) – Wilson Sporting Goods Co., in partnership with the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), unveiled the league’s new official game ball before the start of the milestone 25th WNBA season. “We are thrilled to be tipping off our partnership with the WNBA in advance of a historic 25th milestone season,” said Amanda … Continued

Wilson, Volition America Collaborate on Patriotic-Themed Products

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (March 11, 2021) —  Volition America and Wilson Baseball announced a new collaboration in which the two brands introduced an extensive array of co-branded products across Wilson Baseball’s broad family of brands, including Wilson, DeMarini and EvoShield. The collaboration, which is expected to launch multiple products throughout 2021, will debut in June with a stunning red, white, … Continued

FDA Authorizes Marketing of Q-Collar

WASHINGTON, D.C. (February 26, 2021) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized marketing of a new device intended to be worn around the neck of athletes aged 13 years and older during sports activities to aid in the protection of the brain from the effects associated with repetitive sub-concussive head impacts. The non-invasive device, … Continued

Slinger Bag, Wilson Collaborate on Tennis Products

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND (March 02, 2021) — Slinger Bag and Wilson Sporting Goods announced a new strategic brand collaboration. Slinger Bag, an innovative sports brand focused on game improvement equipment will collaborate on co-branded products and promotional initiatives with Wilson, one of the world’s biggest tennis brands and a major sponsor of top tennis talent including Roger Federer … Continued

AHL, CCM Announce 5-Year Partnership Extension

SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS/ MONTREAL, QUEBEC (February 16, 2021) – The American Hockey League (AHL) and CCM Hockey are pleased to announce a five-year extension of their long-term partnership that will continue to serve as the foundation for the AHL’s marketing, licensing and on-ice branding strategies. CCM will remain the exclusive supplier of sticks, helmets, gloves, pants and jerseys, delivering world-class product to AHL … Continued