NFHS Makes Boys Lacrosse Rule Changes for 2026

The National Federation of High School Associations (NFHS) announced rules changes for the 2026 high school boys lacrosse season, including that no defensive player other than a properly equipped goalkeeper can enter the team’s own crease with the perceieved intent of blocking a shot or acting as a goalkeeper.

SDC Vendor Awards to Rawlings, SanMar, New Balance

Sports Distributors of Canada (SDC) hosted their bi-annual Buying and Marketing Show, “Vendor of the Year” awards were given to Rawlings (Hardgoods), New Balance (Footwear) and SanMar (Apparel).

DICK’s Continues WNBA Partnership

DICK’S Sporting Goods and the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) announced a multi-year extension of their partnership, which originally began in Fall 2021.

The Uvex Group Acquired by Private Equity Firm

The Uvex Group, a family-owned provider of personal protective and sports protective equipment, announced that private equity firm Warburg Pincus will acquire a majority interest in the company.

NFL Star Becomes Official Q-Collar Ambassador

NFL star and All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner has officially joined forces with the Q-Collar, developed by Q30 Innovations as the first and only FDA-cleared sports equipment proven to help protect the brain from repetitive head impacts.