NEWS & ANALYSIS OF THE TEAM MARKET • NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2024 • A FORMULA4 MEDIA PUBLICATION
TRENDS 08
Team Sports Looking Good in 2024
ONE-ON-ONE PROJECT 10
With SFIA's Retiring President and CEO Tom Cove
FOOTBALLS' GAME PLAN 18
This vital sport continues with increased participation.
KICKING IT IN 24
The Beautiful Game has momentum at all levels.
FOOTING THE BILL 28
Profits are afoot for dealers that embrace team sock business.
NEW GOALS FOR 2025 30
Safety, convenience and customization take the lead .
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