Xenith Plans to “Pause Operations” in January 2025
Football helmet and equipment manufacturer Xenith announced it plans to “pause operations” effective January 10, 2025, according to a letter addressed to its “valued customers.”
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Celerant Promotes Michele Salerno to Chief Growth Officer
Celerant Technology promoted Michele Salerno to Chief Growth Officer and she will lead the company’s expansion initiatives in this newly created position.
Adidas Signs Heisman Trophy Winner Travis Hunter
Adidas announced the signing of an endorsement deal with University of Colorado two-way football star Travis Hunter.
Franklin Pairs with Pickleball Sensation Parris Todd
Franklin Sports signed professional pickleball sensation Parris Todd.
Company Founder Returns to Ashworth Golf
Ashworth Golf Company, a leading brand in golf apparel, is thrilled to announce the return of founder John Ashworth as Creative Director.
Spalding, Pro Volleyball Federation Extend Partnership
Spalding and the Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF), the North American women’s professional volleyball league, extended their partnership, with Spalding continuing as the league’s Official Volleyball Net Equipment Supplier into 2027.
FTC Sues Large Alcohol Distributor for Harming Small, Independent Businesses with Violation of Robinson-Patman Act
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sued the largest U.S. distributor of wine and spirits — Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, LLC (Southern) — alleging the company violated the Robinson-Patman Act, harming small, independent businesses by depriving them of access to discounts and rebates and impeding their ability to compete against large national and regional chains.
Under Armour, Naval Academy Extend Partnership
The Naval Academy Athletic Association and Under Armour announced the extension of their partnership in a multiyear agreement.
Nike, NFL Extend Partnership Through 2038
NIKE and the NFL announced a 10-year partnership extension with a commitment to shaping the future of football and driving growth, innovation and progress across the sport.
Import Cargo Rising as Higher Tariffs and Potential Port Strike Approach
With a strike possible again in mid-January 2025 at East Coast and Gulf Coast container ports and President-elect Donald Trump planning to increase tariffs, the nation’s major container ports are expected to see a continued surge in imports through next spring, according to the Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.