For the balance of fiscal 2001, we are focusing on moderate top line sales growth with a very keen focus on gross margin enhancement and expense reduction,

Unfilled orders earlier in the year contributed to weaker sales results for the balance of the year for Russell Athletic. Additionally, sales weakness in Mossy Oak continued throughout the year, with declines of approximately 20% from 2004.

There are always questions about whether direct or channel sales drive prices. This eliminates the question.

We have now registered our fourth consecutive quarter of strong sales growth and our third consecutive quarter of higher earnings, excluding special items,

We're very encouraged by the growth in digital sales. And while international sales still has a ways to go, there is a lot of upside.

Sales growth should compare less favorably with peers. The brand has now reached a mature stage of development.