DETROIT (March 4, 2019) – Detroit-based football equipment provider Xenith has partnered with the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA) as its preferred equipment provider. Women’s tackle football teams and leagues have been in existence for more than four decades, but the most promising growth in the sport – both in the number of teams and in the level … Continued
IRVINE, CALIFORNIA (February 14, 2019) – Great Park Ice announced it has entered into a long term lease with Ultimate Skate & Hockey Source For Sports to operate the Pro Shop in the facility. Ultimate Skate & Hockey opened its first store in Irvine in 1993 and has enjoyed over 25 years as southern California’s premier … Continued
SEATTLE (February 12, 2019) – At an employee meeting at REI headquarters, REI Board Chair Steve Hooper announced that Jerry Stritzke, President and CEO, has resigned and will be leaving the co-op on March 15, 2019. REI Chief Operating Officer Eric Artz will take on the role of interim CEO, effective immediately. The board of directors … Continued
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA – (January 18, 2019) – On Sept. 1, 2018, Safer Sports, LLC acquired the assets of SG Helmets, the fifth-largest manufacturer of football helmets in the world and a longtime leader in sports helmet safety technology. Safer Sports, LLC announced it is rebranding as “LIGHT Helmets.” LIGHT Helmets’ first product will be a completely redesigned … Continued
NEW YORK (February 12, 2019) – Adidas’ line of premium fitness accessories is set to launch in the United States. The powerful offering of core fitness products includes categories ranging from training gear, yoga equipment, protective gear and more. This line of premium fitness will be obtainable in select sporting goods chains and department stores in … Continued
NEW YORK (January 25, 2019) – Major League Baseball, Nike and Fanatics announced a new 10-year global partnership that makes Nike the Official Uniform and Footwear Supplier of MLB starting in the 2020 season. The new cooperation among the three organizations will provide Major League Baseball players with uniforms developed by Nike’s team of innovative designers … Continued
SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI (January 25, 2019) – Bass Pro Shops founder/CEO Johnny Morris announced that Michael P. McDermott will be appointed as President Omni-Channel Retail for Bass Pro Shops-Cabela’s. McDermott will replace longtime President Jim Hagale and will begin immediately. “I want to begin this announcement by proudly and gratefully saluting our outgoing President, Jim Hagale. Jim steadfastly … Continued
ORLANDO, FLORIDA (January 22, 2019) – 2UNDR™ has entered into a long-term global endorsement agreement with PGA Tour player Rickie Fowler. The eight-time professional champion will be prominently featured in a myriad of marketing campaigns across the globe. “Golf has always been a strong area of business for the brand,” said Dave Williams, President & Co-Founder … Continued
DALLAS (Jan. 2, 2019) – OrderMyGear announced the appointment of Dave Dutch to the position of Chief Executive Officer. Dutch was most recently CEO of PayLease, where he helped the company grow to over 200 employees during his seven-year tenure. “We have big ideas for the future of OrderMyGear, so it just made sense to hire someone with … Continued
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK (April 17, 2018) – The NFL and NFL Players Association (NFLPA) will prohibit 10 helmet models from being worn by players this season based on the results of an annual laboratory study used to assess the performance of helmets being worn by players. New NFL players and players who didn’t wear … Continued
