BOLINGBROOK, ILLINOIS (June 17, 2026) – S&S Activewear announced plans to add Ariat International to its expanding portfolio, with availability expected in Spring 2027. One of the most recognizable names in western and workwear apparel, Ariat will support S&S Activewear’s continued strategy of bringing customers brands with strong consumer demand while expanding access to growing categories … Continued
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (June 15, 2026) – As the 2025-26 school year came to a close, several reports surfaced dealing with budget shortages in school districts that threatened a reduction or elimination of school-based athletics programs. From Wyoming to New Jersey and Pennsylvania – and other states in between – school leaders are trying to keep … Continued
WASHINGTON, DC (June 15, 2026) — The Merchant Payments Coalition (MPC) expressed disappointment with a federal judge’s preliminary approval of a proposed settlement of merchants’ lawsuit over Visa and Mastercard credit card swipe fees, saying the settlement still fails to provide adequate relief. “The vast majority of merchants oppose this proposed settlement,” said Doug Kantor, MPC … Continued
HERZOGENAURACH, GERMANY (June 15, 2026) – adidas and Real Madrid C.F. announced an 8-year extension to European soccer’s most successful partnership, delivering unparalleled European, international and domestic success. First formalized in 1980 and then re-established after a short break from the 1998/1999 season, the adidas and Real Madrid partnership has seen the club become the … Continued
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA (June 15, 2026) – DICK’S Sporting Goods announced a new partnership with Lids to introduce dedicated Lids shop locations inside DICK’S stores nationwide. The partnership will expand access to Lids’ industry-leading assortment of licensed headwear while enhancing the in-store experience for sports fans. The collaboration is currently available at 46 DICK’S locations and will be … Continued
BOLINGBROOK, ILLINOIS (June 15, 2026) – S&S Activewear announced a new integration between its proprietary ZeroTouch production automation technology and STAHLS’ Fulfill Engine. This new integration with Fulfill Engine enhances production automation and ease of access to S&S’ proprietary ZeroTouch solution – powering decorators to operate more profitably. The integration extends ZeroTouch automation to eligible S&S products … Continued
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (June 8, 2026) –The NCAA, RQ+ and the Professional Association of Volleyball Officials are pleased to launch the Volleyball Line Judge Initiative, a strategic effort developed in response to concerns raised by conference commissioners regarding the availability of registered and trained volleyball line judges. Through this initiative, the NCAA national coordinator of officials, … Continued
ST. CLAIR SHORES, MICHIGAN (June 8, 2026) – STAHLS’, a leader in heat printing and apparel decoration technologies, will host its upcoming Heat Press Pro Day on July 9 at its Chesterfield Township SF-1 Showroom. STAHLS’ Pro Day is offering apparel decorators a hands-on training experience focused on improving production efficiency, driving sales and scaling … Continued
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (June 8, 2026) – The NCAA Division I Men’s Lacrosse Rules Subcommittee and the Division II and III Rules Committee recommended that the standard game balls should be fluorescent green or yellow by the 2026-27 academic year. That would become a requirement by the 2027-28 academic year. All rules changes must be approved … Continued
FREEVILLE, NEW YORK (June 8, 2026) – The Athletic Equipment Managers Association (AEMA) announced the election of Will Rodecap, EMC, EdM as President of the AEMA Board of Directors. Rodecap, a respected leader within the equipment management profession and longtime AEMA member, was elected by the Association’s membership and will begin his term as Board President immediately following … Continued
