Academy Sports + Outdoors Surpasses 300 Stores

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Slice of Retail Team
April 03, 2025

Key Highlights:

  • Five new stores launched in Q1 FY25, expanding into Pennsylvania and Maryland

  • 300+ stores milestone reached, now operating in 21 U.S. states

  • $40,000+ donated to support 350+ children via local Boys & Girls Clubs

  • NFL star Micah Parsons and RB Juelz Goff led local kids on shopping sprees

  • Plans to open 20-25 new stores in fiscal year 2025

Source: PR Newswire

Notable Quote:

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"Academy's continued new store expansion reinforces our commitment to helping more customers and communities have fun out there. With the opening of these five new stores, we're expanding access to the best apparel, footwear, sports and camping equipment. Opening our 300th store and growing into two more states are exciting milestones, and we look forward to continuing our growth into new markets and becoming the go-to destination for customers looking for a localized assortment with the top brands at the lowest prices."

Eric Friederich, Senior Vice President, Retail Operations at Academy Sports + Outdoors

Why This Matters:

Academy Sports + Outdoors’ milestone of surpassing 300 stores reflects a robust and strategic expansion into untapped regional markets. By entering Pennsylvania and Maryland for the first time and committing significant community investments, the retailer is not only broadening its footprint but also reinforcing its role as a community-centered destination. These efforts underscore a broader retail trend of blending physical store growth with meaningful local engagement and value-driven offerings.