Pennsylvania High Schools Add Girls Flag Football for 2025-26
The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) announced girls flag football will become an officially sanctioned high school sport in the 2025-26 school year.
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Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Famer, Gymnastics Equipment Icon Bill Sorenson Passes Away
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Marty Maciaszek, Director of Communications and Team Dealer Division mmaciaszek@nsga.org (847) 296-6742, ext. 1260 DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS (September 18, 2024) – Bill Sorenson’s success as a competitive gymnast led to his transformation of the sport through the innovative creation and development of equipment. His contributions to the sport led to his … Continued
Outdoor Cap Releases Autumn, Winter Market Guide
BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS (September 10, 2024) – Outdoor Cap released its Autumn/Winter 2024 Headwear Trend Guide, designed to keep retailers, fashion enthusiasts and promotional industry professionals ahead of the curve this season. This guide is packed with the latest insights into must-have colors, material and designs for a blend of its fresh styles and timeless classics. … Continued
JD Sports Adds Non-Executive Board Director from US
JD Sports Fashion Plc, the parent company of Hibbett, announced that Prama Bhatt will join the board as a non-executive director as of September 23, 2024.
Pro Sports Group Adds Industry Veteran Brian Pepper
Pro Sports Group announced the addition of Brian Pepper as Key Account Manager in its Western US territory and to oversee its dealer network. Pepper, formerly of Game One and Universal Athletic, brings more than 25 years of experience and relationships to the Pro Sports team.
NAERA Releases 2024 Helmet Reconditioning Letter
The National Athletic Equipment Reconditioners Association (NAERA) sent out its annual letter from executive director Tony Beam addressing reconditioning and recertification recommendations for football, lacrosse, baseball and softball helmets.
STAHLS’ Transfer Express Offers Promotion for Custom Apparel Decorators
Transfer Express, a GroupeSTAHL company and leader in custom heat transfers, announced what it is calling a never-before-seen promotion for custom apparel decorators.
G-Form Reaches Agreement with U.S. Army on Combat Helmet Development
G-Form® announced an additional Other Transaction Authority Agreement for Prototype (OTAp) with the U.S. Army Development Command – Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC). DEVCOM SC, the Army’s technology leader, ensures the dominance of Army capabilities by creating, integrating and delivering technology-enabled solutions to U.S. soldiers.
Investment Firm Completes Acquisition of Varsity Brands
Varsity Brands and investment firm KKR announced the completion of the acquisition of Varsity Brands by KKR from Bain Capital and Charlesbank.
US Census Monthly Retail Trade Report – June 2024
DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS (August 23, 2024) – According to the US Census Bureau’s Monthly Retail Trade Report, sales for sporting goods stores during the month of June reached $5.4 billion, representing a decrease of 5 percent versus the prior year. Information for July will be available next month. Important side note: As a reminder, in … Continued