ASO elevated Sam Johnson to president from EVP of retail operations, taking the reins from Michael Mullican, who was named to the post in Apr., but has decided to step down to pursue other opportunities.

S&P Global has removed VSTO from its CreditWatch list, where it has resided since Nov. ’22, following the last week’s announcement of the ammunition business sale to Czech conglomerate Czechoslovak Group A.S. and ensuing repayment of all existing debt.

Mirroring the similar programs the Eager Beavertons have with Dick’s Sporting Goods, JD Sports, Zalando and Pro:Direct Sport, a new partnership will connect the retailer’s Hibbett Rewards program with Nike’s huge customer base.

Tennis Warehouse has acquired the family-owned tennis and pickleball retailer as part of its strategy to expand its brick-and-mortar footprint.