NBA Star Jaylen Brown Launches Performance Brand 741
NBA MVP Jaylen Brown of the World Champion Boston Celtics has officially launched his debut performance brand, 741, marking a bold new chapter in his career.
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Merchants Payments Coalition Welcomes DOJ Lawsuit of Visa Debit Card Practices
The Merchants Payments Coalition welcomed the announcement that the U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Visa alleging that some of its debit card practices are anticompetitive and violate federal antitrust law.
Riddell Makes Leadership Changes; Arment Announces Retirement
Riddell announced that President and CEO Dan Arment will retire at the end of 2024.
US Census Monthly Retail Trade Report – July 2024
According to the US Census Bureau’s Monthly Retail Trade Report, sales for sporting goods stores during the month of July reached $5.2 billion, representing a decrease of 7.2 percent versus the prior year.
NAERA Guidance on Football Helmets Losing Warning Labels
The National Athletic Equipment Reconditioners Association (NAERA) has issued guidance on schools and organizations that are experiencing warning labels separating from football helmets that were reconditioned in 2024.
Nike Makes Major Leadership Change
The Board of Directors of Nike announced that Elliott Hill will become President and Chief Executive Officer of Nike, effective October 14, 2024.
NCAA Shows Growth for Hispanic/Latino Athletes
There has been a 70% increase in Hispanic/Latino participation over the past decade, according to the NCAA.
Pennsylvania High Schools Add Girls Flag Football for 2025-26
The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) announced girls flag football will become an officially sanctioned high school sport in the 2025-26 school year.
Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Famer, Gymnastics Equipment Icon Bill Sorenson Passes Away
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Marty Maciaszek, Director of Communications and Team Dealer Division mmaciaszek@nsga.org (847) 296-6742, ext. 1260 DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS (September 18, 2024) – Bill Sorenson’s success as a competitive gymnast led to his transformation of the sport through the innovative creation and development of equipment. His contributions to the sport led to his … Continued
Outdoor Cap Releases Autumn, Winter Market Guide
BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS (September 10, 2024) – Outdoor Cap released its Autumn/Winter 2024 Headwear Trend Guide, designed to keep retailers, fashion enthusiasts and promotional industry professionals ahead of the curve this season. This guide is packed with the latest insights into must-have colors, material and designs for a blend of its fresh styles and timeless classics. … Continued