ST. CLAIR SHORES, MICHIGAN (July 6, 2026) – As retail apparel continues to embrace understated branding and premium finishes, STAHLS’ helps decorators meet that demand with the launch of Custom Debossed Leather Patches, with heat-applied or pressure sensitive backing, for use on garments, headwear and hard goods. Unlike printed or full-color patches, debossed leather patches … Continued
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA (July 6, 2026) – The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Board of Regents has officially voted to elevate women’s flag football to championship sport status during the 2027-28 academic year. The approval comes amid unprecedented growth for women’s flag football at both the high school and collegiate levels. Overall female participation has … Continued
ST. CLAIR SHORES, MICHIGAN (June 30, 2026) – To help businesses navigate the evolving landscape of print on demand, STAHLS’ has released a free, downloadable version of the 2026 Print on Demand Industry Report: The Insider’s Guide to Scaling with On-Demand Printing. Developed from firsthand insights gathered at the Print on Demand 2026 Conference, the … Continued
BOLINGBROOK, ILLINOIS (June 29, 2026) – S&S announced a major expansion of its Vancouver distribution operations with a move into a larger facility, further strengthening its ability to serve customers, enable faster fulfillment and have deeper inventory across Western Canada. The announcement follows the recent appointment of Enrique Escalona as Vice President, General Manager of Canada, highlighting … Continued
Geoffrey Huggins of Georgia Southern University was part of a historic group of 10 students who attended the NSGA 2026 Leadership Conference through the Greg Beckwith Foundation Fellows Program. The “Beck Effect” honors the legacy of industry veteran Greg Beckwith, who passed away a few days after the 2024 Leadership Conference, and his goal of … Continued
DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS (June 25, 2026) – According to the US Census Bureau’s Monthly Retail Trade Report, sales for sporting goods stores during the month of April reached $4.82 billion, representing an increase of 10.5 percent compared to the prior year. Thus far in 2026, YTD sales are up 6.6 percent vs. 2025. Information for May will be available next month. Important side note: As a reminder, in an effort to provide you with the most accurate data possible, NSGA waits until the data for … Continued
HANOVER, PENNSYLVANIA (June 23, 2026) – L2 Brands, a designer, manufacturer and distributor of premium apparel, headwear and accessories, announced the acquisition of Wild Tribute, a purpose-driven lifestyle brand known for its national park-inspired apparel and commitment to protecting America’s public lands. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded to honor the parks, … Continued
BOLINGBROOK, ILLINOIS (June 24, 2026) – S&S Activewear announced its rebrand to S&S, reflecting the company’s evolution into a growth partner that helps customers succeed through a powerful combination of products, technology, service and business solutions. S&S introduced its new brand identity, featuring an updated logo and the tagline, “Take Your Vision Further,” to customers, supplier partners … Continued
KATY, TEXAS (June 23, 2026) – Academy Sports + Outdoors extended its national partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, reinforcing its focus on making a broad positive impact as well as deepening its commitments in the local communities it serves. The engagement, which began in 2025, remains focused on increasing access to sports and outdoor fun for youth … Continued
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK (June 22, 2026) – Everybody loves a comeback. This year, New York City is celebrating the Knicks’ long-awaited return to championship glory. Now, Mitchell B. Modell is celebrating a comeback of his own. After the bankruptcy of Modell’s Sporting Goods in 2020, Modell is returning to retail with the launch of MitchellModells.com, … Continued