SCORE Sports Names Joe Flannery Chief Executive Officer

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SCORE Sports has appointed Joe Flannery as its new Chief Executive Officer. Flannery, who was previously Executive Vice President at Topgolf Callaway Brands (NYSE: MODG), brings over three decades of experience from prominent companies including Adidas and Nike.

Outgoing CEO Kevin Mahoney will stay on temporarily for a smooth transition. Mahoney, who joined SCORE Sports in 2019, helped the company navigate the pandemic and achieve unprecedented revenue growth.

The announcement comes as SCORE Sports relocates its headquarters to Torrance, California, and forms new partnerships with Babe Ruth League Softball and GoFundMe.

Positive

• Joe Flannery's extensive experience at top brands like Adidas and Nike/Nike Bauer Hockey.
• Kevin Mahoney's successful leadership during the pandemic, resulting in unprecedented revenue growth.
• New corporate headquarters in Torrance, California.
• New partnerships with Babe Ruth League Softball and GoFundMe.

Negative

• Potential transition risks as the new CEO takes over.
• The need for continued momentum post-pandemic to sustain growth.

TORRANCE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- SCORE Sports, a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of sports uniforms, apparel, and equipment, today announced that it has named Joe Flannery as Chief Executive Officer. Current President and CEO Kevin Mahoney will remain with the company for a transition period to ensure continuity.

Most recently, Flannery was Executive Vice President at Topgolf Callaway Brands (NYSE: MODG), a global leader of golf, lifestyle, and entertainment brands, where he was responsible for the company’s global apparel and softgoods businesses. In a distinguished career spanning three decades, he has also held executive positions at prominent branded consumer companies, including Adidas, Nike/Nike Bauer Hockey, The North Face, Newell Brands, and Canadian Mountain Holidays.

“Throughout his noteworthy career in the sports & apparel industry, Joe has developed a reputation of consistently delivering outstanding results for the businesses he has led and the communities those businesses serve,” said Austin Ramos, Chairman of the Board of SCORE Sports. “We are thrilled to now have him on our team as we look to maintain SCORE’s accelerated growth, while continuing to drive the company’s mission of positively impacting young athletes across the country.”

Ramos continued, “We want to thank Kevin for his leadership during his tenure at SCORE. He was hired by the founders in 2019 to successfully transition their business, and family legacy, to a new ownership group, ultimately finding a trusted steward in Brand Velocity Group. He maintained the business during the devastating global pandemic, and in the years since, has grown the company’s revenue to heights it has never previously reached. We appreciate his continued care for the SCORE family and wish him great success in his future endeavors.”

Flannery joins at a time of great momentum for the company, having recently announced its new corporate headquarters in Torrance, California, as well as partnerships with Babe Ruth League Softball and GoFundMe.

“I am incredibly inspired by SCORE’s impressive legacy, and look forward to building upon its mission-driven approach to serving its customers and communities as we take the business and its impact to the next level,” said Flannery. “I am grateful to Kevin and the rest of the SCORE team for positioning the company for continued growth and success.”

Mr. Mahoney added, “I joined SCORE in 2019 to prepare the company for new ownership, transition it through that process, and further accelerate our ability to positively influence communities across the country. I’m proud of what we as a team accomplished, and thank each SCORE team member for their continued hard work and dedication. I look forward to seeing the exciting things SCORE will accomplish from here.”

About SCORE Sports

SCORE Sports is a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of youth team sports uniforms and equipment, committed to improving the communities in which athletes live and play. The company was founded in 1975 by two sisters who saw a need for affordable, quality uniforms. Fifty years later, SCORE has grown to become a top multi-sport outfitter serving athletes of all ages and abilities across a range of sports including basketball, baseball/softball, flag football, soccer, and volleyball.

SCORE is a true pioneer in uniform sublimation and number one in speed to market thanks to its unique state-of-the-art, vertically integrated manufacturing operation based in North America. The company’s unwavering dedication to its teams and leagues is driven by firsthand knowledge of the positive impact that accessible youth sports can have on society. SCORE Sports: United by The Uniform. Find us on Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn. (https://scoresports.com/)

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Chris Gillick

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Source: SCORE Sports

FAQ

Who is the new CEO of SCORE Sports?

Joe Flannery has been appointed as the new CEO of SCORE Sports.

What is Joe Flannery's previous role?

Joe Flannery was the Executive Vice President at Topgolf Callaway Brands (NYSE: MODG).

What are the new partnerships SCORE Sports has announced?

SCORE Sports has announced partnerships with Babe Ruth League Softball and GoFundMe.

Where is SCORE Sports' new corporate headquarters?

SCORE Sports' new corporate headquarters is in Torrance, California.

What impact did Kevin Mahoney have on SCORE Sports?

Kevin Mahoney led SCORE Sports through the pandemic and achieved unprecedented revenue growth.