Former NSGA Chairman Walter Biggs Passes Away at Age 89 MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS (April 29, 2019) – The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) recently learned that Walter F. Biggs, Jr., who served the association as Chairman of the Board, passed away on April 7, at the age of 89. Biggs served as NSGA Board Chairman in 1976, … Continued
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA AND CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (April 1, 2019) – Two communities in the United States and Canada were chosen as winners of the Kraft Hockeyville™ 2019 award. The winners were announced the weekend of March 30 by NHL commissioner Gary Bettman. The Calumet Colosseum in Calumet, Michigan was announced as the winner of the Kraft Hockeyville™ USA … Continued
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA (March 18, 2019) – The Pittsburgh Penguins, Covestro and Carnegie Mellon University’s College of Engineering hosted their second Make-a-thon, kicking off year two of the “Rethink the Rink” initiative. The trio joined forces last year in this first-of-its kind collaboration to make hockey safer at all levels. As it continues to shoot for a … Continued
BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA (March 21, 2019) – Hibbett Sports, Inc., announced the planned retirement of Jeff Rosenthal, President and Chief Executive Officer. The Hibbett Board of Directors will commence a search process to identify the Company’s next CEO, and Rosenthal will remain at the Company in his CEO capacity until a successor is named. Rosenthal will assist … Continued
GLENN MILLS, Pennsylvania (February 28, 2019) — Unequal Technologies Company is proud to announce its official partnership with Babe Ruth League and Cal Ripken Baseball, a division of BRL. Unequal was selected as the Official Performance Protection Partner for both organizations and will provide the most advanced protective gear to all of its players. “As baseball protection … Continued
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
