Nike accelerating exit of golf equipment business Posted in Surrounding Areas on August 03, 2016 by Staff Report Photo courtesy Nike, Inc. BEAVER, OREGON — Nike, Inc. announced today that it will accelerate innovation in its Golf footwear and apparel business and will partner with more of the world’s best golfers. With this new focus, Nike Golf will transition out of equipment — including clubs, balls and bags."We’re committed to being the undisputed leader in golf footwear and apparel," Trevor Edwards, President, Nike Brand, said. "We will achieve this by investing in performance innovation for athletes and delivering sustainable profitable growth for Nike Golf.""Athletes like Tiger, Rory and Michelle drive tremendous energy for the game and inspire consumers worldwide,” says Daric Ashford, President of Nike Golf. “Over the past year the MM Fly Blade Polo, the Flyknit Chukka and Air Zoom 90 have all connected strongly with golfers. We’ll continue to ignite excitement with our athletes and deliver the best of Nike for the game." You may also be interested in readingColumn: Stay safe during hazardous hot weatherBarton on crude oil exportsAcademy Sports plans Waxahachie opening before holidaysPresident finally orders flags at half-staff to honor Chattanooga victimsItaly PD issues safety warning for New YearsUPDATED: Arrest made in crash that killed mother and two childrenTexas Armed Services Scholarship ProgramRed Oak police investigating gas station robberyAvalon ISD names new field in honor of former superintendentSaturday: Glenn Heights Back-to-School Bash ← Ferris City Manager announces resignationArmed robbery suspect on the loose; one arrested → Leave a Reply Cancel replyYou must be logged in to post a comment.