Sports PLC has announced strong sales growth for 2008 on both sides of the Atlantic.
The owner of online sports equipment retailers www.thesportshq.com in the UK and www.golfoutletsusa.com in America said sales for its UK operation were up 28 per cent for 2008, including an increase of 34 per cent in December, while the US was up 22 per cent.
Says chairman and CEO, Simon Millington (pictured): “It has been another wonderful year for the business with some recent major developments which will give us, we predict, strong growth in 2009 despite the current economic situation.
“In July this year we signed former Masters champion and Ryder Cup captain Ian Woosnam to represent our Forgan of St Andrews golf club range on tour and were delighted when he won the European Seniors Order of Merit in his first year with the brand. In November we completed the purchase of the cricket and golf brand, Woodworm, for which we have great plans for 2009 and beyond.
“While there is little doubt 2009 will be challenging, we are ready for that and believe strongly that our commitment to outstanding products at the lowest possible prices will continue to set us apart from the competition.”
