Baker’s Sports Parent Company to Acquire Hobbs Sporting Goods
The BRC Sports Family of Brands, the parent company of Baker’s Sports, is acquiring Georgia-based Hobbs Sporting Goods.
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Coach-Catcher Electronic Communication Allowed for High School Softball in 2025
One-way communication between the coach and catcher will be allowed in high school softball in 2025.
Former NSGA Board Chairman Al Anderson Passes Away
Al Anderson, the only Canadian to serve the National Sporting Goods Association as Board Chairman, passed away on July 2 at 92.
Boombah Renews NFCA Sponsorship
Boombah renewed its sponsorship with the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA).
Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Famer, Former NSGA Board Chairman Jack Smith Passes Away
Sports Authority founder Jack Smith, who was inducted into the Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Fame in 2016 and served on the NSGA Board of Directors, passed away March 20, 2024 at 88.
New Factory Part of Wilson’s Renewal of NFL Partnership
Wilson and the NFL renewed their partnership that dates to 1941 with Wilson as the official football of the league.
Equipment-Related Risk Minimization Part of High School Boys Lacrosse Rules Changes for 2025
Risk minimization related to equipment was at the forefront of high school boys lacrosse rules changes for 2025.
Substances Allowed for Grips on Non-Wood Bats Clarified for High School Baseball in 2025
The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) baseball rule changes for 2025 include a clarification of allowable substances that can be used for non-wood bats.
Outdoor Cap Head of Sales Jamie Jeter Receives Women in Business Award
Jamie Jeter of Outdoor Cap received a women in business award in Arkansas.
Judge Rejects Visa-Mastercard $30 Billion Swipe Fee Settlement
A federal judge rejected a proposed $30 billion settlement regarding swipe fees charged by Visa and Mastercard.