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Kevin Kurz
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Staff Writer, The Athletic
Philadelphia, San Francisco
Beats
recruiting Big 12 sportsOklahoma State
new hires, expansions, products, fashion
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By Kevin Kurz Verified| The Athletic Verified It's been more than a decade, but former Philadelphia Flyers forward Mike Knuble can still picture it: Pat Ferschweiler squeezing into a Toyota Prius to make the 56-mile journey on Route 131 from Kalamazoo, Mich., to fulfill his duties as an assistant coach for the Grand Rapids Griffins. It was a title Ferschweiler shared with Knuble during the 2014-15 American Hockey League season. "He's not the smallest guy, and he's jamming himself into a Prius," Knuble recalled Monday.
By Kevin Kurz Verified| The Athletic Verified It could end up benefiting them in the long run. The Philadelphia Flyers' poor 2024-25 season, which concluded on Thursday with a 5-4 regulation loss in Buffalo, leaving them with a 33-39-10 record, gives them the fourth-best odds to win the NHL draft lottery next month. Even if the ping-pong balls don't bounce their way, a very good prospect will be there for the taking.
By Kevin Kurz Verified| The Athletic Verified It could end up benefiting them in the long run. The Philadelphia Flyers' poor 2024-25 season, which concluded on Thursday with a 5-4 regulation loss in Buffalo, leaving them with a 33-39-10 record, gives them the fourth-best odds to win the NHL draft lottery next month. Even if the ping-pong balls don't bounce their way, a very good prospect will be there for the taking.
Company Info
The Athletic
The Athletic Community, founded in 2013 and based in Portland, Oregon, is a sportswear company dedicated to building meaningful relationships through durable, active-lifestyle products. The company emphasizes community and celebrates movement, whether by bike, foot, or other physical activities. The Athletic Community specializes in athletic apparel and accessories, offering technical tees, casual clothing, and performance-oriented wear. Their product range includes workout gloves, foot bands, arm sleeves, body mats, and high-quality sport socks. Many items are available as limited editions, with styles rotating frequently to keep the offerings fresh. The brand appeals to individuals seeking both casual and technical clothing for sports, outdoor activities, and everyday wear, reflecting Portland’s active lifestyle culture. Currently, The Athletic Community is promoting a 30% off "Moving Sale" to celebrate its relocation to N. Williams Ave. in Portland. The company is backed by investors like O’Reilly AlphaTech Ventures and competes with other brands in the athletic apparel market.
San Francisco, California, United States
+1 650-464-1363
Founded: 2016