Academy Sports + Outdoors Announces Executive Appointment

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Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) has announced the appointment of Sumit Anand as Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer. In his new role, Anand will be responsible for overseeing all enterprise technology operations, including cybersecurity, IT infrastructure and operations, and IT shared services that support the company's corporate, distribution center, and retail initiatives.

Anand brings significant experience from his previous positions, including roles as Chief Information Officer and Head of Strategy at At Home in Dallas, and as Senior Vice President of Business and Technology Transformation at Signet Jewelers. He also held leadership positions at Accenture. Anand, who joined Academy in March 2025, reports directly to CEO Steve Lawrence.

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Sumit Anand joins as Executive Vice President & Chief Information Officer

KATY, Texas, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy Sports + Outdoors ("Academy") (Nasdaq: ASO), a leading full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer today announced the appointment of Sumit Anand to the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer. In this position Mr. Anand will oversee all enterprise technology operations including cybersecurity, IT infrastructure and operations, and IT shared services supporting the company's corporate, distribution center, and retail initiatives.

Prior to joining the Company, he served in a variety of executive roles for At Home, based in Dallas, including Chief Information Officer and Head of Strategy and was previously Senior Vice President of Business and Technology Transformation at Signet Jewelers as well as holding leadership roles with Accenture.

Mr. Anand joined Academy in March 2025, and reports directly to Steve Lawrence, Chief Executive Officer of the Company.

About Academy Sports + Outdoors
Academy is a leading full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer in the United States. Originally founded in 1938 as a family business in Texas, Academy has grown to more than 300 stores across 21 states and counting. Academy's mission is to provide "Fun for All" and Academy fulfills this mission with a localized merchandising strategy and value proposition that strongly connects with a broad range of consumers. Academy's product assortment focuses on key categories of outdoor, apparel, sports & recreation and footwear through both leading national brands and a portfolio of private label brands. For more information, visit www.academy.com.

Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements are based on Academy's current expectations and are not guarantees of future performance. Forward-looking statements are usually identified by or are associated with such words as "intends," "will," "plan," "believe," "expect," "may," and/or the negatives or variations of these terms or similar terminology.  Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to changes in global, regional, or local economic, business, competitive, market, regulatory and other factors, many of which are beyond Academy's control. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are set forth in Academy's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), including Academy's Annual Report on Form 10-K under the caption "Risk Factors," as may be updated from time to time in our periodic filings with the SEC. Any forward-looking statement in this press release speaks only as of the date released. Academy undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, except as may be required by any applicable securities laws.

Media Contact: Shane Carlisle, Public Relations Manager, shane.carlisle@academy.com

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FAQ

What role has Sumit Anand been appointed to at Academy Sports + Outdoors (ASO)?

Sumit Anand has been appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Academy Sports + Outdoors.

What are Sumit Anand's responsibilities in his new role at ASO?

He will oversee enterprise technology operations, including cybersecurity, IT infrastructure and operations, and IT shared services supporting corporate, distribution center, and retail initiatives.

What is Sumit Anand's previous work experience before joining ASO?

He previously served as CIO and Head of Strategy at At Home, Senior VP of Business and Technology Transformation at Signet Jewelers, and held leadership roles at Accenture.

When did Sumit Anand join Academy Sports + Outdoors (ASO)?

Sumit Anand joined Academy Sports + Outdoors in March 2025.