ST. CLAIR SHORES, MICHIGAN (July 9, 2026) — STAHLS’ successfully partnered with the National Hockey League (NHL®) to provide real-time jersey customization during the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft™ at Buffalo’s KeyBank Center. For the first time in NHL Draft history, custom jerseys featuring player names and numbers were produced live as first-round selections were … Continued
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (July 8, 2026) — Beginning next year, high school baseball teams will be given the option to use an 18-inch first base or the double first base. The larger base is presented as an alternative to the previously mandated double first base, which goes into effect in 2027. Bat certification changes in conjunction … Continued
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA (July 6, 2026) – Momentec Brands recently unveiled its plan to modernize the supply chain and scale operations for the future by consolidating all its brands into its new, state-of-the-art Performance Center in Kannapolis, North Carolina. This massive 755,000 square-foot technology infused facility marks a major operational milestone by successfully unifying five … Continued
BOLINGBROOK, ILLINOIS (July 8, 2026) – S&S announced it is the exclusive U.S. distributor for adidas team apparel, marking a significant milestone in its longstanding partnership with the brand. Customers now have exclusive access to a broader assortment of apparel across teamwear, corporate apparel and gifting. Building on more than a decade of collaboration, the … Continued
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