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Escalade Acquires AllCornhole
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M&A
New Projects/Investments
- On December 16, 2025, Escalade, Inc. (ESCA) announced the acquisition of AllCornhole assets, a leading supplier of cornhole bags and equipment for competitive play.
- This strategic acquisition is expected to expand Escalade's presence in the tournament-level cornhole market, complementing its Victory Tailgate brand and enabling the company to provide equipment for players at all levels.
- The acquisition provides a platform for continued growth as cornhole evolves from a casual pastime into a nationally recognized sport, with professional athletes competing for significant prize money.
Dec 16, 2025, 11:30 PM
Escalade, Inc. Reports Q3 2025 Results, Announces Interim CEO, and Completes Gold Tip Acquisition
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Earnings
Management Change
M&A
- Escalade, Inc. reported net income of $5.6 million or $0.40 per diluted share on net sales of $67.8 million for the third quarter of 2025, with gross margins improving to 28.1% despite $4.3 million in tariff-related costs.
- Patrick J. Griffin was appointed Interim President and CEO on October 29, 2025, replacing Armin Boehm.
- The company completed the acquisition of Gold Tip from Revelyst during Q3 2025, which is expected to be accretive to earnings in 2026.
- Management anticipates cautious consumer spending and softer holiday sales in Q4 2025, with a shift towards premium products, but projects a lower tariff impact in Q4 compared to Q3.
- Escalade plans to continue its focus on debt reduction, consistent dividends, and opportunistic share repurchases, while also investing in its businesses and pursuing additional tuck-in acquisitions.
Oct 30, 2025, 3:00 PM
Escalade Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results
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Earnings
Dividends
M&A
- Escalade reported net sales of $67.8 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.40 for the third quarter of 2025, remaining largely consistent with the prior year.
- The company's gross margin improved significantly to 28.1%, an increase of 334 basis points compared to the prior-year period, driven by lower fixed costs and reduced inventory storage and handling costs.
- Operating income was $7.3 million and EBITDA was $8.6 million for Q3 2025, with the year-over-year decrease in EBITDA primarily attributed to a $3.9 million non-recurring gain on sale of assets in Q3 2024.
- Total debt decreased by 31.4% to $20.2 million as of September 30, 2025, leading to a net debt to trailing twelve-months EBITDA ratio of 0.7x.
- Escalade declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share and expanded its archery product portfolio through the acquisition of Gold Tip and Bee Stinger brands during the quarter.
Oct 30, 2025, 10:05 AM
Escalade Reports Q3 2025 Results and Announces CEO Change
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Earnings
Management Change
Dividends
- Escalade, Inc. reported net sales of $67.8 million for Q3 2025, a 0.1% increase year-over-year, and a gross margin of 28.1%, up from 24.8% in Q3 2024.
- Net income for Q3 2025 was $5.6 million, resulting in $0.40 diluted earnings per share, consistent with the prior-year period.
- Patrick J. Griffin was appointed Interim President and Chief Executive Officer of Escalade, effective October 29, 2025, replacing Armin Boehm.
- The company's net debt to trailing twelve-months EBITDA ratio improved to 0.7x as of September 30, 2025, down from 1.1x in the prior year, with total debt decreasing to $20.2 million.
- Escalade's Board of Directors approved a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share, to be paid on January 12, 2026.
Oct 30, 2025, 10:01 AM
Escalade announces Interim President and CEO appointment
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CEO Change
Management Change
- Escalade, Inc. announced an executive management change on October 30, 2025.
- Patrick J. Griffin has been appointed Interim President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
- Mr. Griffin replaces Armin Boehm, who resigned from the Company.
- Mr. Griffin has served as Director and Vice President, Corporate Development and Investor Relations for Escalade since August 2012, and has held various other roles at Escalade since 2002.
Oct 30, 2025, 10:00 AM
Escalade acquires Gold Tip archery brand from Revelyst
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M&A
New Projects/Investments
- Escalade, Inc. (NASDAQ: ESCA) announced the acquisition of the Gold Tip business from Revelyst Inc.
- Gold Tip is a leading manufacturer of carbon arrows and premium bow stabilizers (Bee Stinger line) for target archery and bow and crossbow hunting.
- This acquisition is expected to strengthen Escalade's market position and expand its presence in the archery market, complementing existing brands like Bear Archery®.
- Revelyst Inc. sold Gold Tip to concentrate its focus on key categories and accelerate investments in sports technology and gear.
Sep 29, 2025, 10:00 AM
Escalade Reports Q4 2024 Results and Announces CEO Transition
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Earnings
CEO Change
Share Buyback
- Escalade reported net income of $2.7 million or $0.19 per diluted share on net sales of $63.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2024, achieving a gross margin of 24.9%.
- For the full year 2024, the company generated $36 million in operating cash flow, including $12.3 million during Q4, which facilitated a $25.3 million debt reduction and resulted in a net leverage ratio of 0.8x at year-end.
- Strategic initiatives included a nearly 20% reduction in inventory levels in 2024 and a 23% workforce reduction over the past two years, contributing to margin expansion and strong cash flow despite a 2% sales decline in Q4.
- The company deployed $2.2 million towards share repurchases in Q4 2024 under its existing $15 million authorization and plans to continue its balanced capital allocation program in 2025.
- Walt Glazer will transition from his role as CEO to Director and Chairman, with Armin Boehm appointed as the new President and CEO, effective April 1.
Feb 26, 2025, 4:00 PM
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