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News briefsNike and USA Olympic athletes address controversy over women’s track and field kit
Nike and several USA Olympic athletes have responded to online backlash regarding the design of the women’s Team USA track and field kit. A photograph of the uniform sparked criticism, with many labeling it as “sexist” and “revealing.” The photograph, circulated by Citius Mag, compared the women’s high-cut bodysuits to ...
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News briefsEcco releases golf shoe with YouTuber and influencer Rick Shiels
Ecco Golf joins forces with golf YouTuber Rick Shiels to unveil an exclusive edition of the Biom C4 shoe. Limited to 500 pairs, this collaboration “captures Shiels’ personal style” and will be exclusively available on the brand’s website. The shoe incorporates Shiels’ logo on the heel and ...
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ArticleAgilitas Sports obtains licence for Lotto in India, Australia and South Africa
New York-based brand management firm WHP Global announced a new long-term license for Lotto with Indian sportswear and athleisure solutions platform Agilitas Sports. The license gives Agilitas exclusive rights to design, manufacture, promote and distribute the Lotto brand in India, Australia and soon in South Africa. The acquisition of the ...
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News briefsConverse Basketball to get a star creative director
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, a guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA, will become the Creative Director of Converse Basketball this September, according to a statement from the brand quoted in Forbes. He will also get a signature shoe of his own in 2025. Gilgeous-Alexander signed an endorsement deal with ...
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News briefsAdidas unveils extensive multi-sport footwear collection for 2024
Adidas makes a statement with the launch of one of its most expansive multi-sport footwear collections to date. Catering to a diverse range of disciplines from running and tennis to the latest inclusion of breakdancing, the footwear lineup comprises 49 distinct models, equipping athletes across 41 different sports – more ...
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News briefsAdidas unveils team kits for Paris 2024 Olympics
Adidas has revealed the team kits for the athletes at the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Embracing a singular design narrative, the kits symbolize a collective spirit while honoring the diverse national identities of each participating nation. Jacqueline King, Design Director for Specialist Sports at Adidas, shared insights ...
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ArticleFinland’s Luhta reveals Olympic Collection from Rukka
Luhta Sportswear Company has been outfitting the Finnish Olympic team since 2017. As the Paris Olympics loom in July, the Finnish contingent will don the attire crafted by Rukka, the company’s specialized brand in technical and sports-specific apparel, footwear, and accessories. The team will sport Rukka garments during travel, at ...
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ArticleLululemon unveils Team Canada’s kit for Paris 2024
Vancouver-based activewear brand Lululemon has revealed Team Canada’s summer athlete kit for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. This initiative marks Lululemon’s second collaboration with the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic teams, but it’s the first time they’re crafting athlete kits tailored for warm weather. In a statement, ...
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News briefsTarget jumps on the pickleball trend
Source: Prince Prince for Target US retail giant Target has announced a limited-time pickleball collection in collaboration with tennis and lifestyle brand Prince. According to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association’s (SFIA) 2023 Topline Participation Report, pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the US, and now ...
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News briefsNike supports mothers’ needs with new sports bra and shoe
Source: Nike Nike (M) Swoosh Bra Nike has created a wearable pump-compatible sports bra and an adjustable, easy-on walking shoe to support expecting and postpartum mothers. The new Nike (M) Swoosh Bra offers adjustable cup capacity thanks to wearable breast pumps to adapt to a changing body. ...
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News briefsTaylorMade unveils junior golf sets
TaylorMade is making a significant foray into the market for dedicated junior sets. The company’s core engineering team has developed clubs for younger players with a clear emphasis on performance and supportive features. All clubs in the set have been designed to help players build correct foundations from an early ...
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News briefsNike unveils new innovation cycle in preparation for Olympics
Nike’s latest innovation push follows CEO John Donahoe’s recent acknowledgment of the brand’s need to enhance its product innovation pipeline, citing it was “not performing at our potential.” The forthcoming products unveiled by Nike ahead of the Paris Olympics mark the commencement of a multiyear innovation drive, introducing “game-changing innovations” ...
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ArticleMore trouble with uniforms for Nike
Nike’s troubles with uniforms extend beyond Major League Baseball and Euro 2024. According to Reuters, a number of American women who will be competing in track and field at the Paris Olympics have complained that their Nike-designed kit is scanty. Steeplechaser Colleen Quigley has told Reuters that “they are absolutely ...
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ArticleAsics presents new Nimbus Mirai as its “most circular shoe ever”
Source: Asics Asics is launching the Nimbus Mirai, a performance running shoe designed to be remade at the end of its life. “Mirai” is the Japanese word for future, reflecting the brand’s commitment to make a positive impact on future generations of runners. Designed with recycling in ...
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ArticleThe boys of summer, mismatches and a new name for the sweat stain
This season’s uniforms for Major League Baseball (MLB), with Nike design and Fanatics manufacturing, are proving to be something of a flop – or a sop. Tops don’t match bottoms, details once specific to a team are now uniform throughout the league, names have shrunk to illegibility from the stands, ...
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News briefsHead and Porsche present exclusive capsule for the 911 Turbo’s 50th anniversary
Source: Head Porsche | Head W Series To mark the 50th anniversary of the Porsche 911 Turbo, Head and Porsche have teamed up to create three exclusive skis and a complete collection of sportswear and accessories, including two Mips helmets and a pair of ski goggles, influenced ...
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News briefsNew Balance teams up with Joe Freshgoods
New Balance has teamed up with Joe Freshgoods, the Chicago-based lifestyle brand founded by Joe Robinson, on the return of the New Balance 1000. The sneaker running style, originally released in 1999, has been reimagined for a new generation but with a “When things were pure” nostalgic influence, from the ...
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News briefsFabletics and Khloé Kardashian drop third collection
Khloé Kardashian and California-based activewear brand Fabletics have launched a new collection of compression swimwear. It is named Khloe V3 to reflect the number of total product lines released from the brand’s collaboration with the celebrity. The mother-of-two’s new collection includes 26 limited-edition pieces, which Kardashian describes as “perfect for ...
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News briefsCenterline Athletics debuts line, partners with pro pickleball player
Centerline Athletics, a new player in the performance apparel market, recently launched its line, targeting both men and women. The brand kicked off with a strategic partnership with Thomas Wilson, a Top 10 Pro Pickleball Association (PPA) athlete. Centerline Athletics says it distinguishes itself with its innovative Griptek technology, promising ...
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News briefsOrange balls can lead to better scores, suggests new Irish study
A recent study has shed light on the potential benefits of using orange golf balls over white golf balls. The study, funded by golf ball maker Seed Golf, found that orange golf balls improve the scores of golfers of all abilities compared to traditional white golf balls. The white paper, ...
