The enthusiasm around women’s volleyball is contagious, particularly at the high school level, and the sport shows no signs of a slowdown. “Volleyball has continued to grow since the 1984 Olympics,” points out John Kessel, director of sport development at USA Volleyball.

Once strictly a male sport, wrestling is being embraced by growing numbers of females and the sport’s governing bodies, product manufacturers and team dealers are eager to keep the momentum going. “Wrestling for girls and women is growing like crazy right now. It’s easily one of the...

Over the past few years, lacrosse has become one of the fastest-growing team sports in America and the women’s high school game has seen more than 25 percent growth in sanctioned play from 2013-18, according to US Lacrosse. “We have a great interest in focusing on the high school group and also...

Although overall soccer participation has its challenges like any other team sport, the picture is bright at the high school level. The NFHS 2018-19 High School Athletics Survey reports that girls’ and boys’ soccer are each growing, albeit at different rates. At present, 12,000 high schools...

How to keep warm in cold weather has challenged the best and the brightest in the business over the decades, inspiring advances in insulation materials, strategic layering, engineered fibers and smart yarns.

News of factory openings and facility expansion, along with reports of ambitious growth plans and commercialization of leading edge, home grown product is gradually becoming the norm in the United States.

From Portland, Oregon to Princeton, New Jersey and from Manhattan to Munich, brick-and mortar-storeowners are re-thinking how to attract and engage today’s shoppers.

Apparel brands are going all out in 2020. From sustainability stories to attempts at building the perfect breathable performance piece for the backcountry to designs ideated with travel and packability top-of-mind, outerwear pieces for Fall 2020 will blow your mind. Here are some of the top stories.

A sneak peek at standout new trail running and hiking footwear to watch for in Fall/Winter 20/21

Hemp Processing Progress: The use of hemp by outdoor apparel brands has been growing over the past few years. And while the opportunity for hemp is on the rise, what’s still needed on the supply side is investment to develop an American hemp supply chain that would link farm to fiber to...

The founders of Dimension-Polyant may have salt in their veins from a heritage of sailcloth making, but these days execs at the Connecticut-based firm have their sights set on outdoor adventures of a different kind.

Insole brands are going the extra mile to give extra comfort and stability to those who put their feet to work in everyday life.

Animal prints are on the prowl this fall and they are a strong presence in footwear collections for Spring 2020 as well. Here are a few of the styles making us purr.

Darn Tough Vermont is continuing its relationship with Spartan Race as the official sock of the Spartan Race U.S. race series, which now includes Spartan Trail U.S. (photo above).

Following a 12-year hiatus since the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, baseball and softball are back on the roster for the 2020 Summer Games in Tokyo. That’s the good news.The bad news is that for some reason the two sports (considered one sport by the IOC) didn’t make the cut for inclusion in...

Outdoor footwear Brands are exploring new terrain in the seasons ahead. Technology is impacting every category from top-tier hiking shoes to everyday lifestyle sandals. Perhaps nowhere is the innovation more apparent than in the light hike and trail run categories.

Talking fit, feel, style & tech in the outdoor sock market.

Swiss performance brand On has made a big splash in the running market since its introduction in 2010 and the brand is continuing to ramp up its innovative offerings heading into Fall 2019 and beyond.

Spotlight on Darn Tough Vermont, Farm To Feet, ‍Balega, Thorlos, Bridgedale, LP Support, Zensah, Heat Holders, CEP Compression, ‍Wigwam, and OS1st.

‍Asheville, NC-based footwear brand Astral is making a name for itself with its offerings of sustainable solutions in its footwear line. The brand’s growing collection of #NatureFirst performance casual shoes now includes the Hemp Baker, Hemp Loyak and Hemp Maria.

Chaco is taking customization to the next level with its new MyChacos PrintShop program.

Socks, whether they’re built for downhill ski runs, tough trail hikes or just a scenic walk, are continuing to refine themselves through technology and style. Regardless of activity, customers are demanding socks that are comfortable, durable and versatile. Here’s a look at what’s new for 2019.

Socks, whether they’re built for downhill ski runs, tough trail hikes or just a scenic walk, are continuing to refine themselves through technology and style.

ANTA + Amer: A group consisting of China’s publicly traded ANTA Sports Group, an affiliate of FountainVest Partners, Lululemon founder Chip Wilson and Tencent will commence a 4.6 billion euro ($5.25 billion) offer for Amer Sports.

Footwear Insight editor-in-chief Jennifer Ernst Beaudry and Formula 4 Media Editorial Director Cara Griffin join Sports Insight Extra editor Bob McGee for a chat about trends seen at the FFANY Shoe Show and at The Running Event trade show.