US Census Monthly Retail Trade Report – February 2024
Monthly Retail Trade Report for February 2024, as reported by the US Census.
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NCAA Division I Schools Allowed More Involvement in Securing NIL Deals
The NCAA Division I Council gave schools the ability to have more involvement in securing NIL deals for student-athletes, effective August 1, 2024.
Robert E. Griffin, Former Leader of Escalade, Passes Away at 89
Robert E. Griffin, who led Escalade for 53 years in various roles, passed away March 22, 2024 at age 89.
Report: CCM Hockey Potential Sale
CCM Hockey has been put up for sale by Birch Hill Equity Partners.
BODYARMOR Becomes Official Sports Drink of NHL, NHLPA
BODYARMOR became the official sports drink partner of the NHL and NHLPA.
Lacrosse E-Retailer, Team Dealer Lax.com Acquires Universal Lacrosse
Lacrosse e-retailer and team dealer Lax.com acquired retailer Universal Lacrosse.
Models of Easton Hype Fire Baseball Bat Disallowed for Use in Perfect Game Events
The Perfect Game baseball organization has suspended use of the Easton Hype Fire drop-5 bats in its events as of April 8, 2024.
Warstic Bonesaber Baseball Bat Compliant for High School Use; Some Third-Party Handle Wrappings Illegal
There have been questions about the use of the Warstic Bonesaber bat in high school play because of handle wrapping that is illegal.
Riddell Enters Partnership with BC Partners Credit, Acquires Simbex
Riddell announced a strategic partnership with BC Partners Credit.
Merchants Payments Coalition Says Proposed Swipe Fee Agreement by Visa and Mastercard Doesn’t Go Far Enough
The Merchants Payments Coalition said a proposed agreement from Visa and Mastercard to reduce swipe fees charged to merchants is not enough to end the need for Congressional legislation.