BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS (July 11, 2022) – Outdoor Cap, one of the world’s largest providers of headwear, has enlisted Jermaine Oldham to lead technology and transformation efforts as the new Head of Technology for the company. Oldham joins Outdoor Cap to provide executive technology leadership and enable accelerated growth for each of its businesses in Retail, Team … Continued
ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA (June 22, 2022) — From world-famous photos from the 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup to gyms worldwide, the sports bra has helped provide sports equity, health and quality of life for women and girls worldwide. In recognition of this invention and the contributions of women innovators, the National Inventors Hall of Fame® (NIHF) Museum, in … Continued
CARRBORO, NORTH CAROLINA (November 5, 2021) – Fleet Feet, the largest franchisor of locally owned and operated running stores, announced it has agreed to acquire JackRabbit, the second-largest running specialty retailer in the U.S., from affiliates of CriticalPoint Capital. The transaction is expected to close in early December 2021 and includes all JackRabbit locations across 15 states and its … Continued
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND (May 18, 2022) – Under Armour announced that Patrik Frisk will step down as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and as a member of the Board of Directors (board), effective June 1, 2022. The board has initiated a comprehensive internal and external search process to identify a permanent President and CEO. Until a successor is named, the board … Continued
ANDOVER, MASSACHUSETTS (May 17, 2022) — Byrna Technologies Inc., announced that the Sports Inc. buying group is now offering the full line of Byrna products to its independent retailer members. In February of 2022 at the Sports Inc. “invitation only” vendor consideration event, Byrna’s sales team successfully presented the full line of Byrna products to a group of … Continued
HERZOGENAURACH, GERMANY and NEW YORK, NEW YORK (May 5, 2022) – Adidas and Foot Locker announced a new and enhanced partnership built around product innovation, elevated experiences, and deeper consumer connectivity. This enhanced relationship will establish Foot Locker as the lead partner for adidas in the basketball category, accelerate energy and hype launches, as well as include the development and … Continued
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CALIFORNIA and LOUISVILLE, COLORADO (May 5, 2022) – United Sports Brands announced it has acquired PEARL iZUMi, a manufacturer and retailer of cycling apparel and accessories. PEARL iZUMi will join USB’s portfolio of protective and performance sports equipment sold under the Shock Doctor, McDavid, Cutters, NATHAN, and Glukos brands. PEARL iZUMi was founded in Tokyo in 1950 and entered the … Continued
ASICS has partnered with the largest sublimation manufacturer in theWestern Hemisphere to offer sublimation to consumers BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS (April 7, 2022) – ASICS America announced it has relaunched its sublimation offering for team sports. Through a new partnership with the largest sublimation manufacturer in the Western Hemisphere, ASICS has enhanced the customization process for its athletes … Continued
BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA (March 30, 2022) – Hibbett, Inc., announced two industry veterans have been promoted to the Senior Vice President level. Mike McAbee has been promoted from VP, Supply Chain & Store Development to SVP in the same department and Stephani Smith has been promoted from VP/GMM of Women’s to SVP, Merchandising. “I am proud to announce the promotions of … Continued
WINSTON SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA (March 16, 2022) – Champion Athleticwear, makers of authentic athletic apparel since 1919, sees women – in high school, college or beyond – as a cause for celebration, not a cause. The brand that created the world’s first sports bra is changing the game, revealing Saweetie as the brand’s first-ever Global Culture Consultant. … Continued
