Sports Authority names new chief merchandising officer

Englewood, Colo. -- Sports Authority has named Stephen Binkley, formerly senior VP of merchandising and softlines, as its new chief merchandising officer. He replaces Greg Waters, formerly executive VP, chief merchant and chief marketing officer, who has decided to leave the company after 24 years to pursue personal interests.



During his tenure at Sports Authority, Waters held several leadership roles.



“Greg has been a great asset to Sports Authority and we thank him for his contributions to the company,” commented Michael Foss, CEO, Sports Authority. “He has played an important role in strengthening company operations and in our brand’s evolution overall. Greg will be spending the next several months aiding in the transition and we thank him for that. We wish Greg the best in all of his future endeavors.”