Sprig no longer toying with success

FORT COLLINS – For the founders of Sprig Toys, the company’s recent acquisition by industry giant Wham-O means not only the chance to continue innovating their product line, but also the opportunity to participate in the reinvigoration of one of America’s most iconic brands.

Sprig announced in early February that it would be acquired by Emeryville, Calif.-based Wham-O Inc. The timed-stock purchase deal will result in the formation of Wham-O Jr., a division headed by Sprig’s founders, Chris Clemmer, Justin Discoe and David Bowen. The Sprig brand of eco-friendly, kid-powered toys will continue and the Sprig team will…