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ArticleUS Open champion Matthew Fitzpatrick joins Arccos as investor and ambassador
Arccos, a leader in AI-connected golf technology, has announced US Open Champion Matthew Fitzpatrick as its newest investor and Tour Ambassador. Fitzpatrick, currently ranked No. 14 in the world, will continue utilizing Arccos to enhance his performance analysis and preparation for PGA Tour events, major championships, and Ryder Cups. Fitzpatrick ...
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ArticleLululemon and Life Time launch co-branded apparel for pickleball's surge
Lululemon has announced a deeper collaboration with Life Time to promote their shared interests in pickleball, highlighting the ongoing expansion of the sport in the U.S. The partnership will see the release of a co-branded apparel line featuring both men’s and women’s gear. Notable items include a women’s asymmetrical tank ...
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News briefsSpeedo surprises with an extraordinary campaign in the Year of Sports
In the lead-up to this year’s Olympics, Speedo is taking a different approach to its marketing strategy, aiming for inclusivity over exclusivity. The renowned swimwear brand has launched a new campaign celebrating swimmers of all backgrounds, embracing diversity and fostering a global community united by a love for the water. ...
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News briefsMLB uniforms to change again, Players Association claims
Nike will be making changes to this year’s maligned uniforms for Major League Baseball (MLB) by the start of next season. The MLB Players Association has stated in a memo, seen by The Athletic, NBC News and ESPN, that designer Nike and manufacturer Fanatics will be restoring the large lettering ...
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News briefsA delay in Google’s Sandbox plan
Google is putting off until 2025 the deprecation of the third-party cookie in its Chrome browser, a plan we reported on in January. In its report for the first quarter of this year the company will be publishing the following notice: “We are providing an update on the plan for ...
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News briefsNike secures kit supply rights for French Football Federation until 2034
Nike has secured the kit supply rights for the French Football Federation (FFF) for the 2026-27 to 2033-34 cycle. In a recent announcement, the FFF revealed that Nike had successfully clinched the kit supply rights for the third consecutive cycle, extending their current deal until 2026. The renewed agreement encompasses ...
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ArticleA new era in Google search
Google is introducing a new form of search result called Search Generative Experience (SGE). It might change e-commerce.
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News briefsLiverpool FC scores retail partnership in South Korea with Over the Pitch
Liverpool FC (LFC) has scored big in South Korea with its latest retail partnership with Over the Pitch, a soccer brand and design studio. This collaboration marks Liverpool’s first foray into the South Korean market. The initial phase of the partnership will see the introduction of two dedicated retail ...
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News briefsSnell Golf unveils new ball lineup, makes fitting easier for customers
Snell Golf is making waves in the golfing world with the launch of three new balls. The lineup includes the Prime 2.0, Prime 3.0 and Prime 4.0, with each number indicating the number of layers in the ball. The company aims to simplify the fitting process by recommending a model ...
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News briefsFKA Twigs partners with On to redefine training gear
FKA Twigs, the singer-songwriter, embarks on a new journey as a Creative Partner for Swiss sportswear company On, acording to High Snobiety, expanding its reach into the training and gym-wear sector. On, renowned for its running gear, aims to revolutionize training footwear and apparel with Twigs’ collaboration. “Our entrance into ...
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News briefsAdidas secures Liverpool kit sponsorship deal
In a recent report by SportBusiness, it’s been revealed that Adidas has outbid Nike for the kit sponsorship of Premier League club Liverpool. Adidas will assume the role in 2025, replacing Nike after a relatively short five-year tenure. This transition follows Nike’s takeover from New Balance as LFC’s technical sponsor ...
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News briefsNew Balance signs Marvin Harrison Jr. ahead of NFL Draft
Source: New Balance New Balance has added wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. to its roster of athletes in anticipation of the 2024 NFL Draft. Harrison Jr., who played college football at Ohio State, earned All-American honors twice and clinched the prestigious Fred Biletnikoff Award in 2023 for ...
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News briefsTSG named official volunteer supplier for 2025 Freestyle World Championships
Swiss action sports brand TSG has been unveiled as the official volunteer supplier for the FIS Freestyle World Championships 2025. The company will provide helmets and goggles tailored specifically for the event. With equipment finalized for over 600 volunteers, TSG joins the lineup alongside Schöffel, offering high-quality ski clothing. ...
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News briefsAdidas reportedly trying to snatch Jamaica Athletics from Puma
Our sister publication SGI USA reported that Adidas is attempting to take over Puma’s long-standing sponsorship of the Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA). JAAA has had a long-term partnership with Puma since 2002. The current deal, reportedly worth about $1 million per year, will expire in December 2024. For an ...
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News briefsDecathlon UK partners with media agency Fifty
Decathlon UK has announced Fifty as its new media agency. The new agreement will see the sporting goods retailer and manufacturer leverage Fifty’s artificial intelligence (AI)-powered audience insights technology for its media planning. Fifty will develop and execute Decathlon UK’s integrated media strategy across all media and channels. Fifty optimizes ...
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ArticleProtest supports NGOs and initiatives that "help everyone ride more"
Dutch sportswear brand Protest has launched the Protest Fun(d), an initiative to help everyone ride more. The Fun(d) provides financial donations and focuses on two pillars: non-profit organizations and creative initiatives. This means that it supports both NGOs in pursuing their social goals as well as supporting creative adventurers with ...
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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 briefsSunderland AFC and Hummel reunite in new partnership
Sunderland AFC and the Danish sportswear brand Hummel have officially announced a new multi-year partnership, marking a comeback of an alliance first established in 1988. Commencing in July 2024, Hummel will take on the role of the club’s new kit partner. This agreement, set to run for an initial five-year ...
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News briefs361 Degrees Intl. provides Q1 update
Chinese group 361 Degrees Intl. realized high-teens percentage growth for its core brand and a 20-25 percent comparable retail sales gain for its 361° Kids brand during the period ended March 31. Additionally, year-over-year e-commerce sales increased by 20-25 percent in Q1. 361° launched numerous e-commerce marketing initiatives during ...
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Article“Biggest marketing investment ever”: Puma launches brand campaign
Puma wants to revitalize its brand identity to focus on “athletic excellence.” This is how.
