National Sports Organization Rule Changes for 2024
The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) conducted its annual check with national sports organizations on rule changes for 2024.
“Category: Featured”
Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Famer James L. Easton Passes Away
James L. “Jim” Easton, a 1994 inductee into the Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Fame, passed away on December 4 at 88.
Authentic Brands Group Enters Partnership to Produce Reebok Equipment
Authentic Brands Group announced a long-term partnership with Sakar International for Sakar to design, manufacture and distribute Reebok-branded equipment and electronics products.
Franklin Becomes Exclusive Volleyball of Pro Volleyball Federation
A multi-year agreement was announced where Franklin Sports’ newly designed REAL Pro Volleyball will become the exclusive volleyball of the new Pro Volleyball Federation.
Marucci, Diamond Kinetics Unveil “Smart Bat” Approved for USSSA In-Game Use
Marucci and Diamond Kinetics developed the Marucci CATX Smart baseball bat with an integrated sensor. It has been approved for use in USSSA in-game play.
New Balance Breaks Ground on New Hampshire Manufacturing Facility
New Balance broke ground on a New Hampshire location for its sixth U.S. athletic footwear manufacturing facility.
National Golf Foundation Announces Leadership Transition
Joe Beditz will become Executive Chairman and Greg Nathan will become CEO for the National Golf Foundation.
REI Co-op Announces McCaig as New Vice President of Public Affairs and Impact
REI hired Roma McCaig as its new vice president of public affairs and impact.
OIA Names Brown Director of Sustainable Business Innovation
The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) announced Julie M.H. Brown as its Director of Sustainable Business Innovation.
Equity Group Acquires United Sports Brands
Norwest Equity Brands acquired United Sports Brands, which includes Shock Doctor, McDavid, Cutters, Nathan, PEARL iZUMi and Glukos.