Sport & Leisure

Irvine, Calif. – September 19, 2026 -- Mazda has launched a national program to reward youth sports coaches, giving families a chance to nominate a coach for a free Mazda CX-90 through October 18.

The automaker partnered with youth sports platform TeamSnap on the initiative, which aims to support coaches who go beyond their basic duties to help kids stay engaged in organized sports. Five coaches selected through a partnership with Good Morning America will each receive a new CX-90 in recognition of their local impact.

Families can nominate a coach starting today

Starting today through October 18, parents and youth athletes can submit nominations for a coach via Mazda's nomination page, highlighting one who has made an extraordinary difference for their team.

New York – September 19, 2026 -- Courtyard has launched Courtyard Sneakers, a mystery-box style shopping format that lets buyers pay $275 for a randomly revealed pair of authenticated deadstock sneakers pulled from a curated vault.

Buyers get a surprise pair, then three choices

Once the reveal happens, shoppers can ship the sneakers home, keep them in Courtyard's secure vault, or sell them back instantly at fair market value. Sneakers can also be relisted on the Courtyard Marketplace.

McKinney, Texas – September 19, 2026 -- Alex and Naomi Calle are opening Pilates Addiction, a boutique fitness studio, in the Craig Ranch neighborhood of McKinney, Texas, where the couple has lived for nearly 20 years.

The studio targets both Pilates veterans and total beginners

"We wanted to create a Pilates experience for people who have outgrown the basics, but also for people who have never thought Pilates was for them," said Naomi Calle, the franchise owner. Classes run 50 minutes and blend traditional Pilates with strength training, conditioning, mobility work and athletic intensity.

Houston – September 18, 2026 -- Electrolit, the hydration beverage brand, has signed street football performer Jack Downer, known online as Street Panna, as its newest athlete partner.

Downer specializes in panna, a one-on-one street football format where a successful nutmeg can instantly end a match. He built a global following by turning quick, high-skill moves into viral content.

Downer switched from traditional football to street play after an injury

Downer originally played traditional 11-a-side football before an injury pushed him toward street football, a format built on creativity, control, and instinct. He has since become a proven competitor, earning two top finishes at the Superball Panna World Championships and building a reputation as one of the most respected players in the discipline.

Austin – September 18, 2026 -- Bruce Bolt, the brand known for reshaping the baseball batting glove market, is launching its first football gear on October 12, with a skill glove and arm sleeve priced from $60 to $85.

The BOLTGRIP SYSTEM pairs a skill glove with the first SFIA-approved tackified arm sleeve.

The two products are designed to work together, extending tackified material from the palm up through the forearm and bicep to create three connected grip points for catching, carrying and protecting the ball.

Bear Mayer says the expansion fulfills a longtime personal goal.

"Although I grew up playing baseball, football has always been a deep passion of mine, and expanding into the sport is something I've wanted to do for a long time," said Bear Mayer, Founder and CEO of Bruce Bolt. The company previously moved into golf gloves last summer, nearly a decade after entering baseball.

Auburn Hills, Mich. – September 18, 2026 -- Dodge and Hemmings are bringing their 750-horsepower Charger Scat Pack drift cars to the GRIDLIFE Laguna Seca Festival, running Sept. 18-20, 2026, marking the vehicles' first appearance in California after debuting at Roadkill Nights.

Fans attending the festival at Laguna Seca raceway can watch professional drivers Corey Hosford and Micah Diaz pilot the two custom builds through full-course drift exhibitions.

Two custom Chargers pack 750 horsepower apiece for competition drifting

The drift cars started as production Charger Scat Pack vehicles powered by the 550-horsepower, twin-turbocharged SIXPACK H.O. engine, then were reengineered into dedicated drift machines. The two-door version, called the Dodge Charger BOOST Coupe, is built for all-out performance, while the four-door Dodge Charger RPM (Rapid People Mover) is designed to thrill passengers during drift demonstrations.

San Clemente, Calif. – September 18, 2026 -- A California inventor has developed a new surfboard leash designed to reduce drag and increase speed while riding waves.

The Spyder Leash targets a common surfing annoyance

The inventor, based in San Clemente, Calif., created the product to give surfers a leash that is both convenient and user-friendly. According to the inventor, the design helps eliminate tangles and prevents surfers from accidentally stepping on the leash while riding.

Compact storage sets the design apart

The leash also allows for neat storage when not in use, protecting it from damage between sessions. The invention features a compact, easy-to-use design intended to appeal to surfers looking for a hassle-free accessory.

Garland, Texas – September 18, 2026 -- Massimo Group has launched the Mini Truck, a two-passenger recreational go-kart with retro pickup styling, built exclusively for Tractor Supply Company ahead of the 2026 holiday season.

The Mini Truck runs on a 125cc four-stroke engine with reverse gear

The vehicle uses a three-speed transmission with reverse, an upgraded digital display, and LED lighting throughout, including rear lights. It seats two people in individual seats, with an adjustable driver's seat, and is designed for riders 16 and older.

The model builds on Massimo's existing Mini 125 platform

Rather than a wholly new product, the Mini Truck reworks the design of Massimo's established Mini 125 go-kart line into a compact-truck aesthetic. Massimo Group CEO Quenton Petersen said the company wanted to give Tractor Supply customers "something that feels new, fun and immediately recognizable" for the holiday shopping period.

New York – September 18, 2026 -- ENGWE has launched Eagle, its first electric dirt bike, priced at $899 against a $1,199 MSRP, with the first 300 orders receiving a $276 riding kit that includes gloves, knee pads, goggles and a U-lock.

The bike marks ENGWE's move beyond commuter e-bikes into off-road recreation, aimed at riders looking to explore trails rather than pavement.

A 14-year-old with Tourette syndrome becomes the face of the launch

ENGWE named Carter Metcalfe, 14, as Eagle's product ambassador. Metcalfe, who has Tourette syndrome, has said mountain biking gave him confidence and a way to express himself as he faced challenges growing up. He now shares his story to encourage other young riders to take on new challenges.

Minneapolis – September 18, 2026 -- Polaris swept the UTV Overall podium at the 7th SCORE Baja 400 this past weekend, with all three top finishers piloting the RZR Pro R Factory race vehicle.

Wayne Matlock claims the $50,000 SCORE Challenge prize

Matlock took the UTV Overall win aboard his Polaris RZR Pro R Factory, securing the $50,000 purse tied to Polaris' SCORE Challenge. The challenge, announced in July, offered the prize to any eligible UTV racer who could beat the factory RZR Factory Racing team and capture the UTV Overall victory.

RZR Factory Racing Team drivers fill out the podium

Ethan Groom, who started third in Pro UTV Open, fought through the race to finish second overall. Dallas Gonzalez Jr. rounded out the podium in third, giving Polaris a clean sweep of the top three UTV Overall positions.