# EDGAR Filing Document

**Accession Number:** 0000033488
**File Stem:** 0001437749-25-038067
**Filing Date:** 2025-12
**Character Count:** 9838
**Document Hash:** 9f27c1a3faed765b5c1ed9c21c2617c4
**Contains OCR:** False
**Source Format:** 

## Filing Content

## Filing Summary
**0001437749-25-038067.hdr.sgml**: 20251217

**ACCESSION NUMBER**: 0001437749-25-038067

**CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE**: 8-K

**PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT**: 14

**CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT**: 20251216

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Other Events

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Financial Statements and Exhibits

**FILED AS OF DATE**: 20251217

**DATE AS OF CHANGE**: 20251216

**FILER**: 

**COMPANY DATA:**
- **COMPANY CONFORMED NAME:** ESCALADE INC
- **CENTRAL INDEX KEY:** 0000033488
- **STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION:** [3949]
- **ORGANIZATION NAME:** 04 Manufacturing
- **EIN:** 132739290
- **STATE OF INCORPORATION:** IN
- **FISCAL YEAR END:** 1231

**FILING VALUES:**
- **FORM TYPE:** 8-K
- **SEC ACT:** 1934 Act
- **SEC FILE NUMBER:** 000-06966
- **FILM NUMBER:** 251576800

**BUSINESS ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 817 MAXWELL AVE.
- **CITY:** EVANSVILLE
- **STATE:** IN
- **ZIP:** 47711
- **BUSINESS PHONE:** 812-467-4449

**MAIL ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 817 MAXWELL AVE.
- **CITY:** EVANSVILLE
- **STATE:** IN
- **ZIP:** 47711

**FORMER COMPANY:**
- **FORMER CONFORMED NAME:** MARTIN YALE BUSINESS MACHINES CORP
- **DATE OF NAME CHANGE:** 19820310

**FORMER COMPANY:**
- **FORMER CONFORMED NAME:** MARTIN YALE INDUSTRIES INC
- **DATE OF NAME CHANGE:** 19720306

**FORMER COMPANY:**
- **FORMER CONFORMED NAME:** WILLIAMS MANUFACTURING CO
- **DATE OF NAME CHANGE:** 19710504

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**UNITED STATES**

**SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION**

**WASHINGTON, DC 20549**

**FORM 8-K**

**CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT**

**TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE**

**SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934**

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| Date of report (Date of earliest event reported)  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; December 16, 2025  |

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**ESCALADE, INCORPORATED**

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(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Indiana

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(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)

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| 0-6966 | 13-2739290 |

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| (Commission File Number) | (IRS Employer Identification No.) |

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| 817 Maxwell Avenue, Evansville, Indiana | 47711 |

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| (Address of Principal Executive Offices) | (Zip Code) |

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(812) 467-1358

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(Registrant's Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

Not Applicable

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(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (*see* General Instruction A.2. below):

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

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| <u>Title of each class</u> | <u>Trading Symbol</u> | <u>Name of Exchange on which registered</u> |
| Common Stock, No Par Value | ESCA | The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC |

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

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**Section 8** – **Other Events**

**Item 8.01 Other Events.**

Escalade, Inc. has acquired substantially all the assets of AllCornhole. This asset acquisition is not material to Escalade as it does not involve a significant amount of assets for financial reporting purposes.

On December 16, 2025, Escalade issued the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 announcing the AllCornhole acquisition.

**Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits**

(d) Exhibits

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| <u>Exhibit</u> | <u>Description</u> |
| 99.1 | [Press release dated December 16, 2025](ex_899458.htm) |
| 104 | Cover Page Interactive Data File, formatted in Inline Extensible Business Reporting Language (iXBRL). |

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**SIGNATURES**

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, Escalade, Incorporated, has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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| **Date: December 16, 2025** | **ESCALADE, INCORPORATED**  | **ESCALADE, INCORPORATED**  |
|  | By: | /s/ STEPHEN R. WAWRIN |
|  | Stephen R. Wawrin, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer | Stephen R. Wawrin, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer |

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## Exhibit 99.1

**Exhibit 99.1**

## Escalade Announces Acquisition of AllCornhole, a Leading Brand, in the Fast-Growing Cornhole Market
EVANSVILLE, Ind., Dec. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Escalade, Inc. (NASDAQ: <u>ESCA</u>), a leader in sporting goods and indoor/outdoor recreation equipment, today announced the acquisition of the AllCornhole assets. Founded in 2013, AllCornhole is a leading supplier of cornhole bags and equipment for competitive cornhole and a pioneer of tournament-quality cornhole bags for competitive play.

Having participated in the cornhole market for over a decade, Escalade recognizes the strength of the AllCornhole brand and its strong connection to cornhole enthusiasts. The acquisition presents a significant opportunity to further expand Escalade's presence in the tournament-level cornhole market. AllCornhole complements Escalade's Victory Tailgate brand and partnership with American Cornhole League (ACL) and enables the company to provide cornhole equipment for players at every level—from beginners and backyard enthusiasts to top-tier professionals.

"This strategic acquisition provides a platform for continued growth as the game evolves from a casual backyard pastime into a nationally recognized sport. Today, professional cornhole athletes compete for millions of dollars in prize money on major television networks, a transformation driven by the ACL. We look forward to participating in that continued growth through the addition of AllCornhole to our portfolio," said Ben Tremont, President of Escalade Sports Group.

"The ACL is excited to see two trusted leaders in cornhole come together. Escalade's acquisition of AllCornhole strengthens the ecosystem that supports our athletes, event partners, and fans," commented Stacey Moore, Commissioner and Founder of the ACL. "As the sport continues its rapid growth, this exciting combination ensures players at every level have access to high-quality equipment that elevates the game."

AllCornhole will join Escalade's Rec Sports portfolio, which is led by Nick Martin, General Manager of Escalade Rec Sports.

"This is an exciting new chapter with AllCornhole joining our family. We are realizing our strategic goal of providing a complete and market-leading range of cornhole products to better serve our retailers and consumers. By leveraging AllCornhole's brand heritage and advanced product technologies, Escalade aims to accelerate the growth of cornhole and elevate the experience for players everywhere," said Nick Martin.

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**ABOUT ESCALADE**

Founded in 1922, and headquartered in Evansville, Indiana, <u>Escalade</u> designs, manufactures, and sells archery, sporting goods, fitness, and indoor/outdoor recreation equipment. Our mission is to connect family and friends, create lasting memories, and play life to the fullest. Leaders in our respective categories, Escalade's distinct and acclaimed brands include Goalrilla™ in-ground basketball hoops; STIGA® tennis tables and accessories; Bear® Archery and archery equipment; Brunswick Billiards® tables and accessories; Accudart® darting; ONIX® pickleball; Lifeline® fitness products; and RAVE Sports® water recreation products. Escalade's products are available online and through leading retailers nationwide. For more information about Escalade's diverse and prominent brand portfolio, history, financials, and governance, please visit <u>www.escaladeinc.com</u>.

**ABOUT THE AMERICAN CORNHOLE LEAGUE**

The American Cornhole League is the worldwide governing body for professional, competitive, and recreational cornhole. The ACL provides the premier cornhole engagement experience by setting the standards for cornhole technology, media, and equipment. For more information on the ACL, visit www.theACL.com. Anyone can play, anyone can win!

**FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS**

This report contains forward-looking statements relating to present or future trends or factors that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These risks include, but are not limited to, Escalade's ability to successfully achieve the anticipated results of strategic acquisitions, including the integration of the operations of acquired assets and businesses, the impact of competitive products and pricing, product demand and market acceptance, and other risks detailed from time to time in Escalade's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Escalade undertakes no obligation to release revisions to these forward-looking statements after the date of this report.

**INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACTS**

Escalade Contact:

Wesley Smith

Vice President, Financial Reporting & Investor Relations

Phone: 812-467-1334

Email: <u>ir@escaladeinc.com</u>

SOURCE Escalade, Incorporated