Growing at the fastest pace in two years, sporting goods imports increased 8.9% in the third quarter to $5,713.9 million from $5,246.6 million a year ago, driven mainly by athletic footwear, but all categories except winter sports were higher.

S2, Inc. (dba The Shoe Surgeon) denied the accusation that it’s infringing on The Eager Beavertons’ trademarks and trade dress with its customization business and fired back with a series of counterclaims.

The SFIA-backed Youth Sports Facilities Act (YSFA) was introduced in the House of Representatives by Bill Huizenga (R-MI) and Marc Veasey (D-TX), a policy aimed at funding youth sports facilities and recreational spaces using Economic Development Assistance grants.

Clarus’ Black Diamond Equipment is recalling Pieps Pro IPS transceivers because they may not turn on or may inadvertently turn off if it is impacted or jarred due to a bad battery contact.