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08 Trends
Game Changer: ADA and NBS Merge;
Get PHIT America
14 Isn't That Special
The so-called "niche" sports allow dealers to
extend their reach to a loyal customer.
22 Change is in the Air
Opportunity exists in new regulations for
upcoming seasons.
26 High Tech, High Touch
Four team dealers share their technology
secrets, with a focus on online stores.
30 Writing the Future
Tech companies are bringing the team
business into the 21st Century.
34 Try Something New: Part 1
36. Take On Amazon
38. Go Global
40. Beat The Big Box
42. Sell Or Buy
44. Embrace Millennials
46. Collect Sales Tax
50 End Zone
BSN Sports Acquires Teamline; Cliff Keen
Adds Coon; SanMar Delivers Fall 2019 Line;
Dickman, Flowers To Enter Hall of Fame
SEPTEMBER 2018
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