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Nike Taps Bodecker to Help Build Sport Culture
Nike is pumping up its sport lifestyle business, and has appointed company veteran Sandy Bodecker to the new…
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Reebok is moving into swimwear with a performance collection set to launch at stores in April.
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Russell Corp. reported higher earnings and sales in the fourth quarter, helped by gains in the Brooks running…
Olympic Skate Designer Ready for Her Close-up
Olympic figure skater Emily Hughes will be displaying her fashion flair as well as her athletic skill when…
Trailblazing Deal for Polo With 17-Year-Old Golfer
Polo Ralph Lauren is upping the stakes in sports sponsorship by signing 17-year-old golfer Morgan Pressel…
Speedo Looks Beyond the Water
Speedo is rapidly building its business outside the pool and is launching its first winter apparel…
Amerex CEO Buys Firm
Outerwear company Amerex Group said Monday that Ira Ganger, president and chief executive officer, has…
Ones to Watch at the Winter Games
The XX Winter Games will include some familiar faces as well as notable newcomers.
Under Armour Net Up 13.5%
Performance apparel and licensed products lifted Under Armour to double-digit earnings and sales gains in its…
Reebok’s Fireman Exits As Adidas Deal Finalized
Adidas-Salomon closed its blockbuster takeover of Reebok International, and Reebok's longtime ceo, Paul…
Fireman to Step Down as Reebok CEO
Move expected following the close of acquisition by Adidas-Salomon.