• DFB Academy coaches bring German soccer to America
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    DFB Academy coaches bring German soccer to America

    2024-04-19T17:07:00Z

    Germany’s football prowess is undeniable, with a rich history of success in both men’s and women’s competitions. Now, American youth players will have the opportunity to experience top-tier training under the guidance of DFB Academy Coaches, known for nurturing talents like Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz. The DFB Academy Coaches ...

  • Analysis: The top sporting goods industry performers by sales and profits in Q4 2023
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    Analysis: The top sporting goods industry performers by sales and profits in Q4 2023

    2024-04-19T14:37:00Z

     Quarterly losses were much approved in Q4, but aggregate results were still negative. Find out more with our latest scorecard.

  • NHL announces sale of Arizona Coyotes, Utah franchise to emerge
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    NHL announces sale of Arizona Coyotes, Utah franchise to emerge

    2024-04-19T13:20:00Z

    The National Hockey League (NHL) has confirmed the sale of the Arizona Coyotes franchise, paving the way for a new team to emerge in Utah. Smith Entertainment Group (SEG), renowned for owning the Utah Jazz in the National Basketball League and Real Salt Lake in Major League Soccer, will take ...

  • Fútbol Emotion opens second Italian store
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    Fútbol Emotion opens second Italian store

    2024-04-19T12:36:00Z

    Sports Emotion has opened its second store of the year, according to CMDsport. The first was a third Basketball Emotion store in Spain, located in Zaragoza. This one is the second Fútbol Emotion store in Italy, in the city of Arese, Milan province – not far from the Italian beachhead ...

  • Converse Basketball to get a star creative director
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    Converse Basketball to get a star creative director

    2024-04-19T12:31:00Z

    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 ...

  • Adidas unveils extensive multi-sport footwear collection for 2024
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    Adidas unveils extensive multi-sport footwear collection for 2024

    2024-04-19T10:57:00Z

    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 ...

  • Adidas unveils team kits for Paris 2024 Olympics
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    Adidas unveils team kits for Paris 2024 Olympics

    2024-04-18T15:28:00Z

    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 ...

  • Esports World Cup with record purse of $60 million
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    Esports World Cup with record purse of $60 million

    2024-04-18T13:24:00Z

    Are you sleeping on e-sports? In an unprecedented move signaling a monumental leap for competitive gaming, the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has unveiled plans for the inaugural Esports World Cup (EWC) with a staggering prize pool exceeding $60 million. This historic announcement sets a new benchmark ...

  • Finland’s Luhta reveals Olympic Collection from Rukka
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    Finland’s Luhta reveals Olympic Collection from Rukka

    2024-04-18T11:44:00Z

    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 ...

  • ​NewStore has a new CEO
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    ​NewStore has a new CEO

    2024-04-18T11:41:00Z

    Source: NewStore Mike DeSimone, CEO NewStore, a leading omnichannel store solution from Boston, Massachusetts, with offices in Berlin, Germany and Utrecht, Netherlands, appointed Mike DeSimone as its new CEO. NewStore Founder Stephan Schambach will remain Chairman of the Board, ensuring that the company continues to evolve in ...