MJs son costs UCF future deal with adidas Nov 5, 2009
MJs son costs UCF future deal with adidas - College basketball- nbcsports ... MJs son costs UCF future deal with adidas ... - A fight over the shoes Michael Jordans son will wear at the University of Central Florida has cost the school any future sponsorship with adidas. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Deutsche Telekom Q3 net income up 7 pct Nov 5, 2009
Adidas Q3 net income falls 30 pct. German sportswear company Adidas AG said Wednesday its net income fell 30 percent in the third quarter as it saw sales decline, especially at its sport performance division ... Adidas, based in Herzogenaurach, said net income fell to euro213 million ($315 million) in the July-September period from euro302 million in the third quarter of 2008. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Wednesday's Sports In Brief Nov 5, 2009
(AP) A fight over the shoes Michael Jordan's son will wear at the University of Central Florida has cost the school any future sponsorship with adidas ... UCF is in the final year of a five-year contract with adidas that requires coaches and athletes to use the company's apparel and equipment. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
World Cup PR team to spin ball to Lomu Nov 1, 2009
Global sportswear giant and All Blacks sponsor Adidas still uses him as one of its sporting ambassadors even at age 34, and after his successful kidney transplant. Lomu is about to launch a comeback to the game with Marseille in the semi-professional top level of the French amateur system. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
If the shoe fits... Oct 31, 2009
With roughly 20 marathons under his belt, Baldwin says he usually runs in his Adidas Supernova shoes, which have the same design as the DresSports 2 ... With roughly 20 marathons under his belt, Baldwin says he usually runs in his Adidas Supernova shoes, which have the same design as the DresSports 2. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
New shoe range allows customers to suit their own tastes Oct 28, 2009
NOW everyone can collaborate with adidas to create the perfect shoe, thanks to mi adidas, which allows users to make shoes based on their personal fit, performance and design specifications ... The service is currently available exclusively at the adidas sports performance concept store at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur ... Deborah's, Jehan's and Amber's mi adidas cutomised shoes. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Don't Be Like Mike Michael LeBrecht II/SICentral Florida freshman Marcus Jordan, son of Michael Jordan, refused to wear school-issued adidas sneakers.Marcus Jordan, son of Michael Jordan, refuses to wear anything but Nike. His college, UCF, is under an adidas contract. Ann Killion begs, please Marcus, don't be like Mike. Oct 28, 2009
Marcus Jordan has said he'll wear Nikes, not school issued adidas at Central Florida ... UCF has a contract with adidas ... Now Marcus Jordan's refusal to wear UCF's team shoes puts UCF's new adidas deal -- pegged at $3 million -- at risk. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Wall's eligibility in question Oct 26, 2009
Freshman guard Marcus Jordan is refusing to wear shoes made by Adidas, the brand the university has a contract with for all its sports ... The problem is UCF is in the final year of its contract with Adidas that requires coaches and athletes to use the company's apparel and equipment ... UCF says its five-year deal with Adidas ends June 30, 2010. (News & Observer -- Sports)
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Guard is refusing to wear shoes made by adidas, the brand the university has a contract with for all its sports ... UCF is in the final year of its contract with adidas ... David Fox's answer: As the most flexible party in this dispute (though I'm sure Marcus Jordan and his father disagree), Jordan should be the one to relent and wear adidas shoes at least for the year. (UCF Sports -- Rivals.com)
Sneaker Fight Spotlights College Sponsor Biz Oct 24, 2009
Jordan, the son of NBA legend Michael Jordan, has made waves by declaring he wants to wear his father's Air Jordan sneakers, made by Nike, instead of the Adidas shoes mandated by a sponsorship deal between UCF and the Germany-based company ... Jordan, the son of NBA legend , has made waves by declaring he wants to wear his father's namesake Air Jordan sneakers, made by , instead of the Adidas shoes mandated by a sponsorship deal between UCF and the Germany-based company ... Exactly how much UCF... (ABC News -- Business)
Juvenile arrested in Braintree housebreak Oct 24, 2009
Officer Kenneth Murphy located a pair of Adidas sneakers on the rear walkway of the victim s home. When confronted with this information, the boy made statements that led to his arrest, Jenkins said. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Foot Locker and Leaders in the Sports World Join Forces for a Cause Oct 24, 2009
Footwear companies -- Nike, adidas, Reebok, Converse, to name a few -- lent their support to this important cause. Celebrity guests including Actor Mickey Rourke, NBA Basketball Star Dennis Rodman, NY Giants Running Back Brandon Jacobs, Soccer Legend Cobi Jones and NY Jets Wide Receiver Braylon Edwards, were just a few who attended the evening's festivities. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Rockport Runners to Run the 2009 NYC Marathon in Dress Shoes Led by Andy Baldwin of "The Bachelor" Oct 23, 2009
First introduced in 1983, the classic DresSports are engineered with adidas performance inspiration ... The Rockport Company, LLC, is a leading brand within the adidas Group corporate portfolio and the top brown shoe company in the United States. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
UCF caught between Jordans, $3M adidas deal Oct 23, 2009
UCF faces $3 million quandary over Marcus Jordan's refusal to wear adidas - ESPN ... Marcus Jordan wants to wear the Nike shoes his father made famous -- but UCF has a $3 million deal with adidas ... Freshman guard is refusing to wear shoes made by adidas, the brand the university has a contract with for all its sports. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Jordan's son has adidas issues, UCF in tough spot Oct 23, 2009
Freshman guard Marcus Jordan is refusing to wear shoes made by adidas, the brand the university has a contract with for all its sports ... The problem is UCF has a $3 million, six-year contract with adidas that requires coaches and athletes to use the company's apparel and equipment ... UCF said in a statement Thursday that adidas was aware of the situation during contract renewal discussions. (FindLaw News)
'MJ2' creating a buzz at UCF Oct 21, 2009
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Wizards Jamison sprains shoulder vs. Cavs Oct 15, 2009
"We might have to steal his shoes. I'm going to call the Nike rep even though I'm with Adidas. We have to get him off those shoes, especially in Cleveland.". James has downplayed his feud with Stevenson, who doesn't seem ready to let it drop. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Chinese shoe tariff extension proposed in EU Oct 13, 2009
Bigger manufacturers that make their shoes in Asia, such as Diesel, Adidas or Puma, are also fighting against the renewal of the shoe tariffs. EU anti-dumping measures levy import duties of 16. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Shooting for style: Pickup basketball fashion Oct 12, 2009
(Nike shoes, Adidas shorts and a generic Target-brand jersey are a typical ensemble. But I play with several guys who pull this off very well. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Digging's Circle of Honor widens Oct 11, 2009
Butte High grad moving up at Adidas Brit Booth, a 2000 graduate of Butte High, has been named creative director at Adidas America, and was noted as one of the "Top 30 Under 30" to watch in the sports marketing field. Booth, who works out of Portland, Ore. (Montana Standard, MT)
Europe ready to prolong Chinese shoe-trade war: source Oct 9, 2009
The European Footwear Alliance, which includes global giants Adidas and Timberland among some 2,000 footwear members, says companies have shelled out more than 800 million euros (1. 2 billion dollars) in these taxes. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Steelers take breast cancer campaign personally Oct 4, 2009
Reebok-issue cleats were placed Friday into the game-day bags of Mr. Holmes, a receiver, Mr. Clark, a safety, and Mr. Gay, a cornerback, while Mr. Timmons, a linebacker, was preparing to wear a pair from adidas. "Do we like them? Probably not," Mr. Ward said, with a chuckle, after testing his pair in Wednesday's practice. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Michael Vick Re-Signs With Nike Oct 2, 2009
Well, its good for Adidas, they will be getting all of my future sporting goods equipment money. No more $$ to anything with a Nike swoosh. (CBS News)
Puma, Adidas bury rivalry on the pitch Sep 22, 2009
HERZOGENAURACH, Germany (AP): Athletic apparel makers Puma and Adidas took to the pitch in a joint bid to promote global peace, six decades after the brothers behind the two firms parted company in an acrimonious split ... Adidas CEO Herbert Hainer said the decision to take part was a sign "that sport can bring the world together." ... Adolf Dassler set up Adidas, while Rudolf set up Puma - both based in the small Bavarian town of Herzogenaurach. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Match ends Adidas and Puma feud Sep 22, 2009
Adidas boss Herbert Hainer and Puma chief Jochen Zeitz at the match. The German sportswear companies Puma and Adidas have ended a feud started 60 years ago by their founding brothers ... It ended 7 - 5 but the teams were not split into Adidas and Puma - with both sides made up of staff from both companies. (BBC News -- Europe)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Sep 18, 2009
Adidas and Puma end 60-year feud. Nato chief reaches out to Russia. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Adidas and Puma end 60-year feud begun by founding brothers Sep 18, 2009
Adidas and Puma end 60-year feud ... The German sportswear companies Puma and Adidas are to end a feud started 60 years ago by their founding brothers ... Neither group is now controlled by the descendants of its founding families, although Rudolf's grandson Frank Dassler raised some eyebrows in the town by working for both Puma and Adidas. (BBC News -- Europe)
Tennessee, UCLA coaches team up Sep 12, 2009
Another item included a bag full of Lady Vol attire, including official adidas shoes with the Lady Vol logo. (Photo by Maria M. Cornelius). (InsideTennessee.com)
Oudin's U.S. Open run ends Sep 10, 2009
When Adidas invited Oudin to design her own shoe, the company also offered to print a message of her choice on the heel. One call to Smith decided it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Lidge struggles again as Phils hold off Nats 5-3 Sep 9, 2009
Buy adidas Running Supernova Sequence GTX M Shoes on Sale. Free Ship. (Yahoo News)
Pros and cons of using icons Sep 5, 2009
As one of the worlds leading global sports brands, adidas has a long history of being associated with inspirational iconic athletes and trendsetting celebrities. The use of inspirational personalities to represent adidas is a practice that continues to benefit the adidas brand, as it enables its key products to resonate stronger with its target audience ... Our selection process is very stringent for celebrity endorsement and we are careful to form partnerships with those whom we feel best able... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
* Wiggling their toes at the shoe giants Sep 1, 2009
Already offered by Adidas is the Porsche Design Sport Bounce:S running shoe, with metallic springs inspired by a cars suspension system. It costs as much as US$500. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
DJ AM Talks About His Passion For Sneakers In 2006 Aug 31, 2009
" AM had so many shoes from companies like Nike, Reebok and Adidas that he had to stash them throughout his house, in his bedroom, guest room, closets, laundry room and what he termed his "ghetto gangster garage. " "There are some shoes I have that I didn't care how much they cost, I was on a mission," he said, even admitting he'd buy a second pair to remain untouched. "And then I have to have two. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Wolverines plan to play 3 QBs in opening game Aug 24, 2009
Robinson said superstition will lead him to keeping the unique touch on his 11 Adidas. "I've been doing good in practices since I got here," he said. (ABC News)
Trouble on the #143 Aug 23, 2009
A 'chav', for the uninitiated, is the label given to the phenomenon of working class British teenagers uniformed in branded sportswear (preferably Adidas, but other chav sports brands are available), baseball caps, trainers and gold necklaces. A good place to spot chavs is lurking around council estates; in parochial English towns like Ipswich, and at any JD Sports (other chav shops also available). (iAfrica.com)
Global brands turn to China's young amid slump Aug 23, 2009
BEIJING (AP): In her Vans cap, Quiksilver shirt and Adidas shorts, 19-year-old Terry Zhong is a walking checklist of sports brands as she sets out on a weekly shopping trip with a 500-yuan ($73) budget ... Rival Adidas AG, based in Herzogenaurach, Germany, created an online basketball community named "Basketball Superstar." ... Adidas spokeswoman Sabrina Cheung said it has attracted more than 600,000 registered users. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Puma Quarterly Profit Declines 16% on Discount Sales of Shoes and Jerseys Aug 7, 2009
Puma, known for its leaping-cat logo, is like Adidas based in the Bavarian town of Herzogenaurach. To contact the reporter on this story: in Dusseldorf at. (Bloomberg -- Germany)
Deutsche Telekom's 2Q profit rises 32 percent Aug 6, 2009
Adidas Q2 net profit falls 93 percent. Sportswear company Adidas AG said Wednesday that its second-quarter net profit fell 93 percent as currency effects and tough competition weighed on earnings. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Adidas Q2 net profit falls 93% Aug 5, 2009
Adidas Q2 net profit falls 93 per cent- International Business-News-The Economic Times ... Adidas Q2 net profit falls 93 per cent5 Aug 2009, 1214 hrs IST, AGENCIES ... FRANKFURT: Sportswear company Adidas AG said Wednesday that its second quarter net profit fell 93 percent, mainly because of higher operating expenses. (India Times)
Businesses turn to Facebook for word-of-mouth advertising Aug 5, 2009
Coca-Cola and have over 3 million fans; Adidas shoes has 1. 9 million. (USA Today -- Tech)
These five well-known men are workin' it in white Jul 30, 2009
Try: Adidas Superstar II, $70 at. WireImage. (USA Today -- Life)
* FEATURE : Singtex redefines the world through textiles Jul 27, 2009
Moreover, as the company deals exclusively with high-end sportswear brands such as Nike Inc, Adidas AG and Puma AG, as well as Chinas Li-Ning Sports Goods Co () and Taiwans Giant Inc (j), the elite sports apparel business has rosy expectations about its future, he said. This story has been viewed 355 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
How children draw conclusions from the products they see Jul 21, 2009
"Early adolescents appear to have a more myopic view of social roles," the authors explain; they will say things like, "All cool kids wear Adidas and Abercrombie . They are also loud, have a lot of friends, and play sports.". "Our work aids our understanding of how diverse marketing cues are received by children, and helps parents, educators, and other concerned constituents understand how marketers' increasingly popular cross-promotional tactics affect children's knowledge of social roles,... (EurekAlert!)
Collins wants to coach again Jul 20, 2009
He wore Converse at college, the Olympics and his first few years of the NBA. Then he switched to Adidas. Collins said Michael Jordan wore a new pair of shoes before every game. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Robert Louis-Dreyfus, 63, master of the turnaround Jul 17, 2009
Robert Louis-Dreyfus, a scion of great wealth who made his own fortune by applying a keen business sense to rescuing troubled companies, including Adidas, the sportswear maker, and Saatchi & Saatchi, the sprawling advertising agency, died on July 4 in Zurich ... In 1993, Mr. Louis-Dreyfus was recruited by Adidas, which had fallen behind such other athletic shoemakers such as Nike after the death of the founder, Adi Dassler, in 1978 ... (Adidas acquired Reebok in 2005. (Boston Globe)
Miami Announces Partnership with adidas Jul 8, 2009
Morris Council displays Miami's new adidas home uniform ... OXFORD, Ohio--Miami University's Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and adidas have entered into a five-year agreement in which adidas will supply footwear and apparel for RedHawk athletic teams, Director of Athletics Brad Bates announced today ... "The professionalism, creativity and class of the adidas staff has been extraordinary and the quality of their products are validated daily by professional, Olympic and intercollegiate... (Muredhawks.com)
Marseille owner Robert dies Jul 6, 2009
The 63-year-old businessman and former owner of sportswear maker Adidas took control of Marseille in 1997 and according to French media reports, invested more than ;200mil in the club. He was also the main shareholder in the Louis Dreyfus commodities group which is among the worlds leading merchandisers and traders of agricultural commodities. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Deschamps, Marseille honor late Louis-Dreyfus Jul 5, 2009
When Louis-Dreyfus, formerly a director of sportswear labels such as Adidas and Salomon, took over in 1996 the club was reeling from a match-fixing scandal that shook French football. It had been stripped of its 1992-93 league title and demoted to the second division. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Report: Marseille owner Robert Louis-Dreyfus dies Jul 5, 2009
He was previously the director of the Adidas and Salomon sportswear labels. Louis-Dreyfus had suffered from leukemia for several years and his condition had worsened in recent months. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Sportswear maker to go international Jul 5, 2009
Li-Ning is currently one of the top-three sporting goods firms in China, along with US-based Nike and Germany-based Adidas. "Li-Ning will blend oriental culture into its products to sell better on international markets," he said. (Xinhuanet, China -- Business)
Exercise In A Pill? Jul 3, 2009
00 adidas running shoes and swallow this "exercise pill". by beanathlete July 31, 2008 7:17 PM PDT. (CBS News -- Health)
Bargain Bin: Living stylishly on a budget Jun 25, 2009
And we ve got some help with Adidas s end-of-season sale (so-named since fall stuff starts arriving in July) ... Adidas is at 1270 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617-864-0790. (Boston Globe)
Custom footwear business gets off on the right foot Jun 24, 2009
Noonan opened the custom shoemaking business after getting laid off from Reebok, and a few years later Adidas bought out Reebok and made him an offer he said he couldn t refuse. Everything I do here helps me at Reebok, and everything I do there adds to this business, he said. (Canton Journal, MA)
Malaysia can expect more foreign IPOs Jun 24, 2009
We use the same technology as adidas and Nike, Wu said. For its first half ended June 30, 2009, Xingquan recorded a net profit of RM45. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Nfinity engineers shoes specifically for women's anatomy Jun 16, 2009
In an industry dominated by giants like Nike, Reebok and Adidas, Atlanta s Nfinity is a true underdog. Observes owner Tate Chalk, We certainly know what David felt like out on the battlefield. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
adidas plans to grow sales by 10% Jun 5, 2009
adidas plans to grow sales by 10 ... adidas plans to grow sales by 10 ... KUALA LUMPUR: adidas (M) Sdn Bhd is counting on better services and products to grow sales by 10% this year, says country manager Ng Chee Loon. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Opinion: Howard overwhelms, but Kobe orchestrates Jun 3, 2009
Bryant signs a lot of stuff until one kid reluctantly submits a pair of Bryants first personal sneakers made by adidas, with whom Bryant had a lot of issues before jumping to Nike ... James and Anthony are gone now, though, courtesy of Howard and Bryant and the question is whether Howard (and his adidas endorsement) can fill James shoes as a worthy rival to Bryant in this series. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Plimsolls step it up for summer Jun 1, 2009
But worse still is that pernicious pairing of shorts and bright, white tube socks climbing out of a ratty Adidas cross-trainer. In high school, a friend's father once told me on a hot summer day that if I wore visible socks with shorts again in his house, he'd turn me out. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Putting Their Best Foot Forward May 30, 2009
Powlus said that adidas had the football team wear the clovers on their shoes, but some of his teammates may have passed them on to the baseball players. The Irish baseball players may not know how the clovers were passed down from year to year, but they certainly know why. (Und.com)
Broder Bros., Co. Announces First Quarter 2009 Results May 29, 2009
Via its three divisions, the Company distributes industry-leading brands Anvil, Fruit of the Loom, Gildan, Hanes and Jerzees as well as retail brands Adidas Golf and Champion. Cautionary Information Regarding ForwardLooking Statements. (PR Newswire)
'Sneakerheads' unite! May 29, 2009
"Run DMC were probably at the height of the whole movement. It was the first time music and sneakers crossed like this," Fahey said of the group's 1986 hit, "My Adidas.". Today, Adidas, Nike and Puma compete with luxury brands such as Chanel, Prada and Gucci ... There were even female collectors, such as artist Estasha Goodwin, 23, who modeled a pair of shimmering gold, winged -- yes, winged -- hightops made by Adidas and designer Jeremy Scott. (CNN -- US)
69 Things to Pack to Fight in Afghanistan May 28, 2009
I recommend the black adidas. lasted me all year. (Slate)
Miss Malaysia Universe candidates swing into action May 27, 2009
Sponsors include Elegance Club as official jeweller, Adidas for sportswear, Tangs for eveningwear, Alfo, Adonis Wellness and Royale Chulan. Tickets are priced at RM300, RM500, RM800 and RM1,000 and can be bought from Beyond Entity (012-980 1503). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Longview man riding the footbag wave May 21, 2009
Adidas still makes and sells the Laver shoes. Locally, Shepard said he is available for demonstrations and to teach classes. (Longview Daily News, WA)
They'd have looked sharper with Garnett May 18, 2009
The 6-foot-11-inch slender yet muscular celebrity wasn't wearing a No. 5 jersey, fancy adidas sneakers, or long baggy shorts. Instead, Kevin Garnett wore a pretty custom-made dark blue suit, with a white shirt, red tie, white pocket square, and shiny dress shoes. (Boston Globe)
