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Newest Hibbett Sports Now Open For Business In Richmond, VA

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Thursday, May 6, 2021

b'BIRMINGHAM, Ala., May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Hibbett Sports (NASDAQ:HIBB), the Birmingham-based premium athleisure and footwear retailer operating more than 1,000 stores nationwide, today announced the opening of the newest Hibbett Sports in Richmond , Virginia.

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  • b'BIRMINGHAM, Ala., May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Hibbett Sports (NASDAQ:HIBB), the Birmingham-based premium athleisure and footwear retailer operating more than 1,000 stores nationwide, today announced the opening of the newest Hibbett Sports in Richmond , Virginia.
  • "We can\'t wait to engage with our local customers and build solid relationships with the community here.
  • The store also offers a generous customer loyalty program called Hibbett Rewards, Klarna split payment options, text communication updates and much more.\nHibbett, headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, is a leading athletic-inspired fashion retailer with 1069 Hibbett Sports and City Gear specialty stores, located in 35 states nationwide.
  • Hibbett has a rich history of serving customers for more than 75 years with convenient locations, personalized service and access to coveted footwear, apparel and equipment from top brands like Nike, Jordan, and adidas.

Flywire adds Gary Cunningham as Chief People Officer

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021

b'BOSTON, May 05, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flywire Corporation (Flywire), a global payments enablement and software company, today announced the addition of Gary Cunningham as Chief People Officer, effective immediately.

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  • b'BOSTON, May 05, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flywire Corporation (Flywire), a global payments enablement and software company, today announced the addition of Gary Cunningham as Chief People Officer, effective immediately.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cGary brings proven experience in cultivating and developing talent and building thriving, diverse and inclusive cultures.
  • Prior to Waymo, he spent over eight years at Oerlikon, a global engineering and manufacturing organization.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cFrom my first meeting with Flywire, it was so apparent that this was a company that celebrates authenticity and truly upholds its values.

NIKE TENNIS CAMPS' New Locations Put Serious Fun In Full Swing

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021

b'SAN RAFAEL, Calif., May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Most athletic programs have a tough time balancing "game time" with a "good time," but US Sports Camps has found a way to merge the two through their tennis camps across the country.\nNow they\'re opening and transitioning to new locations so even more players no matter their skill level can learn from some of the world\'s best professional coaches.\nHere are some top locations where players can secure their spot for the summer of 2021:\nNow located between New York City and Boston on Mt.

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  • b'SAN RAFAEL, Calif., May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Most athletic programs have a tough time balancing "game time" with a "good time," but US Sports Camps has found a way to merge the two through their tennis camps across the country.\nNow they\'re opening and transitioning to new locations so even more players no matter their skill level can learn from some of the world\'s best professional coaches.\nHere are some top locations where players can secure their spot for the summer of 2021:\nNow located between New York City and Boston on Mt.
  • Holyoke College\'s stunning northeastern campus, the Amherst Nike Tennis camp has been the flagship for specialty tennis programs since 1994.
  • It\'s directed by 2018 Massachusetts Coach of the Year, Mike Gardner, who is supported by co-director Ryan Holmes.\nTogether, they\'re providing day and overnight camps that teach players the latest techniques including detailed stroke breakdown, live drilling, coached match play, strategy sessions, and weekly team tournaments.\nLearn more about the Amherst Nike Tennis camp.\nThis Atlanta-based camp recently switched locations from Emory University to the Lovett School, but it retains Emory University\'s Head Men\'s Tennis Coach, John Browning, as camp director.\nBrowning is a top division 3 coach and the fourth person in NCAA history for any division to win a national team championship as a coach and player.\nHe wants all of his players to walk away with a deep understanding of tennis fundamentals and the inspiration to continue improving after camp.\nLearn more about Nike Tennis Camp at the Lovett School.\nLocated in beautiful Fort Lauderdale, the Nova Southeastern University camp is perfect for players who want to soak up the sun while developing tennis techniques that will last a lifetime.\nRun by the university\'s head tennis coach, Doug Neagle, this camp will equip players with the fundamentals to improve their game and the self-confidence to carry them beyond the court.\nLearn more about Nike Tennis Camp at Nova Southeastern University.\nThis new day camp at the world-class Bush Tennis Center promises to serve up a summer of fun on the courts.\nFrom beginner to high-performance athlete, every type of player can get the training they need from tennis pros Michelle and Tim Stallard, along with their incredible staff.\nLearn more about Nike Tennis Camp at the Bush Tennis Center.\nOne of US Sports Camps\' newest locations, the Cape Henry Racquet Club in Virginia Beach features an adult tennis camp for players who want to boost their skills while enjoying a vacation destination.\nCamp director Darryl Cummings teaches with a wealth of experience and was named both Mid-Atlantic Coach of the Year and Virginia Coach of the Year by the United States Professional Tennis Association.\nUS Sports Camps, as licensed operator of NIKE Sports Camps, is the World\'s largest sports camp company with over 1,000 camps in 16 different sports serving more than 100,000 campers in 2019.
  • Yet, in spite of such solid and steady growth, the mission remains the same:\nTo connect passionate coaches with young athletes to facilitate athletic and personal development in a positive and safe environment.\n'

LiveXLive Appoints Nike Vice President, Kris Wright, to its Board of Directors

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Monday, May 3, 2021

He has spent the past 10 years at Nike and is currently Vice President of Nike Global Men\'s Footwear Lifestyle Product.Prior to joining Nike, Wright held senior management roles at Converse, Jordan, and Reebok.

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  • He has spent the past 10 years at Nike and is currently Vice President of Nike Global Men\'s Footwear Lifestyle Product.Prior to joining Nike, Wright held senior management roles at Converse, Jordan, and Reebok.
  • In October 2020, Kris was recognized by Business Insider as one of 28 Outstanding People of Color in the Sneaker Industry .
  • He also serves on the Advisory Board of Directors for the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC).\nRobert Ellin, LiveXLive\'s Chairman and CEO, commented, "We are incredibly excited and honored to have Kris join the LiveXLive Board.
  • "\nKris Wright commented, "I\'m beyond excited to join the LiveXLive family as a member of their Board of Directors.

Worldwide Sports Apparel Industry to 2025 - Players Include PUMA, Nike, Adidas and Under Armour

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Thursday, April 29, 2021

Sports wear or apparel includes sports bra, tights, shorts, t-shirts etc.

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  • Sports wear or apparel includes sports bra, tights, shorts, t-shirts etc.
  • The report provides a regional analysis of the sports apparel market, including the following regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa.
  • Growth of the overall sports apparel market has also been forecasted for the period 2021-2025, taking into consideration the previous growth patterns, the growth drivers and the current and future trends.\nThe global sports apparel market is fragmented with many major market players operating worldwide.
  • The key players of the sports apparel market are Nike Inc., Adidas, Puma Group and Under Armour are also profiled with their financial information and respective business strategies.\n'

Nike Baseball Camps Introduces New Camps With New York Empire Baseball

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Thursday, April 29, 2021

b'US Sports Camps, the official provider of Nike Baseball Camps, today announces new summer camps in New York City and the Hamptons offered in collaboration with New York Empire Baseball.

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  • b'US Sports Camps, the official provider of Nike Baseball Camps, today announces new summer camps in New York City and the Hamptons offered in collaboration with New York Empire Baseball.
  • We are excited about New York Empire Baseball and all they are doing to provide the highest quality baseball experience for young athletes looking to improve and have fun.
  • Staff and campers will be required to provide their own masks.\nRegistration for 2021 Nike Baseball Camps is now open.
  • Players, coaches and parents interested in Nike Baseball Camps can visit https://www.ussportscamps.com/baseball for more information.\nFor over 45 years, US Sports Camps has partnered with coaches across the country to produce leading sports camps.

Afterpay Unveils New 'DROPSHOP' with Exclusive Early Access to Nike Air Max

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Available throughout the shopping season, The DROPSHOP is a place customers would line up for - but don\'t have to.\nThe first drop, in partnership with Finish Line, will give U.S. Afterpay consumers early access to a limited edition Nike AIR MAX 90 in a black, orange and silver color-way.

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  • Available throughout the shopping season, The DROPSHOP is a place customers would line up for - but don\'t have to.\nThe first drop, in partnership with Finish Line, will give U.S. Afterpay consumers early access to a limited edition Nike AIR MAX 90 in a black, orange and silver color-way.
  • We look forward to our community enjoying the exclusive Nikes both in AR and in real life.
  • "\nThe Nike AIR MAX will be available to customers using Afterpay at Finish Line April 27 through May 2, 2021 for $120 plus tax and shipping, while supplies last.
  • Afterpay is on a mission to power an economy in which everyone wins.\nView original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/afterpay-unveils-new-dropshop-wi...\n'

Hands-Free Shoes Takes a Big Leap Forward

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Friday, March 26, 2021

HandsFree Labs technologies are redefining the way people wear their shoes, said Scott Frazier, Managing Partner of the Frazier Group.

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  • HandsFree Labs technologies are redefining the way people wear their shoes, said Scott Frazier, Managing Partner of the Frazier Group.
  • The companys licensing partnership with Nike and the early success of its Kizik brand are evidence of great things to come.
  • The Frazier Groups portfolio boasts of 80 companies, 45 of which have been added since 2018.
  • The Utah funds $210 million of invested capital has resulted in dozens of IPOs and acquisitions.

Iconic American Footwear Brand, Cole Haan, Now Available at Kohl’s

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Thursday, March 25, 2021

Kohls (NYSE: KSS) today announced Cole Haan, one of Americas most iconic footwear brands, is now available at 200 Kohls stores and online at Kohls.com .

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  • Kohls (NYSE: KSS) today announced Cole Haan, one of Americas most iconic footwear brands, is now available at 200 Kohls stores and online at Kohls.com .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210325005079/en/
    The Cole Haan assortment at Kohl's includes brand favorites for everyday style such as leather loafers and Cole Haans proprietary Stitchlite oxfords and sneakers.
  • With Cole Haans functional and stylish footwear collection, customers will be able to find the perfect pair for every occasion.
  • Cole Haan joins Kohls strong portfolio of national footwear brands including TOMS, Nine West, Converse, Vans, Stride Rite, Nike, Under Armour, and adidas.

Flywire Launches eStore to Enable Digital Commerce Experiences for Clients

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Wednesday, March 17, 2021

Our clients are increasingly looking to consolidate their systems and vendors in order to achieve greater operational efficiencies, said David King, Flywire CTO.

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  • Our clients are increasingly looking to consolidate their systems and vendors in order to achieve greater operational efficiencies, said David King, Flywire CTO.
  • Purpose-built for both administrators and compliance officers to easily and securely set up and manage, Flywire eStore enables organizations to capitalize on net-new revenue opportunities.
  • This is especially prevalent as higher education institutions make the rapid shift to digital commerce in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • -Secure and compliant: PCI Level 1 compliant, Flywire eStore enables Compliance Officers to securely provision stores and provide institutional oversight, while Flywire manages the payment processing.