JD Sports Adds Non-Executive Board Director from US
JD Sports Fashion Plc, the parent company of Hibbett, announced that Prama Bhatt will join the board as a non-executive director as of September 23, 2024.
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Pro Sports Group Adds Industry Veteran Brian Pepper
Pro Sports Group announced the addition of Brian Pepper as Key Account Manager in its Western US territory and to oversee its dealer network. Pepper, formerly of Game One and Universal Athletic, brings more than 25 years of experience and relationships to the Pro Sports team.
NAERA Releases 2024 Helmet Reconditioning Letter
The National Athletic Equipment Reconditioners Association (NAERA) sent out its annual letter from executive director Tony Beam addressing reconditioning and recertification recommendations for football, lacrosse, baseball and softball helmets.
STAHLS’ Transfer Express Offers Promotion for Custom Apparel Decorators
Transfer Express, a GroupeSTAHL company and leader in custom heat transfers, announced what it is calling a never-before-seen promotion for custom apparel decorators.
G-Form Reaches Agreement with U.S. Army on Combat Helmet Development
G-Form® announced an additional Other Transaction Authority Agreement for Prototype (OTAp) with the U.S. Army Development Command – Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC). DEVCOM SC, the Army’s technology leader, ensures the dominance of Army capabilities by creating, integrating and delivering technology-enabled solutions to U.S. soldiers.
Investment Firm Completes Acquisition of Varsity Brands
Varsity Brands and investment firm KKR announced the completion of the acquisition of Varsity Brands by KKR from Bain Capital and Charlesbank.
US Census Monthly Retail Trade Report – June 2024
DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS (August 23, 2024) – According to the US Census Bureau’s Monthly Retail Trade Report, sales for sporting goods stores during the month of June reached $5.4 billion, representing a decrease of 5 percent versus the prior year. Information for July will be available next month. Important side note: As a reminder, in … Continued
Reminder on Website Accessibility and Potential Lawsuits Targeting Small Businesses
DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS (August 23, 2024) – A recent story in The Wall Street Journal reported on a rise in the number of web accessibility lawsuits. Many of these filings are targeted at smaller businesses. The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) reported on this matter several years ago about web accessibility and the American Disabilities … Continued
Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Fame Welcomes Three Iconic Figures in Class of 2025
CONTACTJulie Pitts, NSGA Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Fame Secretaryhof@nsga.org(847) 296-6742, ext. 1180 DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS (September 3, 2024) – The Class of 2025 of the Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Fame features three inductees who made significant contributions to different segments of the industry. John Cardinal (Cardinal’s Sporting Goods), Chris Considine (Wilson Sporting Goods) … Continued
Outdoor Cap Announces Three Additions
BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS (August 26, 2024) – Outdoor Cap announced the additions of three new members of its team in Kim Jones (Head of Manufacturing), Tom Arens (Head of Technology) and Eddie Benford (Head of Product) this summer. With more than 20 years of experience in the manufacturing industry and a rich background working with major … Continued