Celebrate Academy Sports + Outdoors Run Month with Exclusive Deals, Promotions and Gifts for Runners of All Experience Levels

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Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) is running Academy Run Month from March 1–31, 2026, offering brand deals, over 50 in-store fit clinics, online brand-specific gifts with qualifying shoe purchases, and a $20,000 donation to outfit 80 youth athletes across four Girls on the Run chapters.

Shoppers can access curated running gear, free delivery/assembly for select equipment, price-beat guarantees, and credit-card incentives during the promotion.

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Company partners with Girls on the Run to outfit 80 youth athletes in brand-new running essentials

KATY, Texas, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy Sports + Outdoors ("Academy" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: ASO) announced today that during Academy Run Month, a month‑long celebration taking place Sunday, March 1, through Tuesday, March 31, it will equip runners of all experience levels with brand-forward deals, exclusive online offers, and in‑store fit clinics to help runners put their best foot forward.

Whether runners are logging their first mile, training for their next marathon, or focusing on recovery, during Academy Run Month customers have access to an expanded assortment of the best gear from top brands, including: Brooks, Nike, adidas, ASICS, New Balance, Puma, and OOFOS.

"Run Month is all about meeting our customers where they are, whether they're exploring running for the first time or chasing new personal records," said Academy Sports + Outdoors Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer Matt McCabe. "We're excited to offer valuable expertise, thoughtful gear selection, and meaningful community partnerships that support all runners on every step of their journey."

Throughout the month Academy is hosting more than 50 fit clinics at participating Academy stores in partnership with Brooks, Nike, adidas, ASICS, and Puma specialists to ensure runners find the perfect fit with personalized, data-driven assessments to determine which shoe is the best match. Whether focused on speed, comfort, or style, runners can find a clinic near them at Academy.com/fit-clinics.

Plus, when shopping Academy's curated assortment online, runners can earn exclusive perks including a free brand-specific gift with purchase when they purchase select pairs of Brooks, Nike, adidas, ASICS, New Balance, or Puma shoes at Academy.com, while supplies last.

And as part of its commitment to bringing more fun to local communities throughout its footprint, Academy is partnering with four Girls on the Run chapters to provide 80 youth athletes with brand-new running shoes. In total, the $20,000 donation will support young runners in New Orleans, LA; Evansville, IN; San Antonio, TX; and El Paso, TX, helping them build confidence to stay active.

Every Academy store is a fun destination where families can find running essentials for the whole family including running headwear, shirts, shorts, socks, shoes, water bottles, sunglasses, hydration and electrolytes, training equipment, fitness accessories and more from top national brands at an everyday value. Academy also offers free services such as product delivery and assembly for select treadmills and running equipment to keep you moving no matter the destination.

At Academy, customers get the best deal – every time and every day. Academy guarantees the best value by beating competitor prices by 5%. For even more savings, customers can shop with their Academy Credit Card and receive an incremental 5% off on all purchases. New Academy Credit Card cardholders receive $30 off their first purchase after approval.

Customers are invited to sign-up for Academy's rewards program, myAcademy Rewards, which includes a $15 welcome offer, lower free shipping minimum ($25), insider access to personalized offers, deals and products, faster online and in-app checkout, and an annual birthday reward. See Terms for more details.

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 may incorporate words such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "forward," "ahead," "opportunities," "plans," "priorities," "goals," "future," "short/long term," "will," "should," or the negative version of these words or other comparable words. 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. These and other 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 "Part 1A.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 of this release. Academy undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by any applicable securities laws.

Media Contact: Brooke Murski, External Communications Lead, publicrelations@academy.com

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FAQ

What is Academy Run Month and when does ASO hold it in 2026?

Academy Run Month is a month-long promotion running March 1–31, 2026. According to the company, it features deals, in-store fit clinics, online offers, and community partnerships to support runners of all levels across Academy stores and Academy.com.

What fit clinic services does ASO offer during Run Month (ASO)?

ASO offers more than 50 in-store fit clinics with brand specialists from Brooks, Nike, adidas, ASICS, and Puma. According to the company, clinics provide personalized, data-driven shoe fittings to help runners find the right model for speed, comfort, or recovery.

How does the $20,000 Girls on the Run donation by ASO benefit youth athletes?

The $20,000 donation will outfit 80 youth athletes with new running shoes across four chapters. According to the company, the funds support chapters in New Orleans, Evansville, San Antonio, and El Paso to encourage youth fitness and confidence.

What online perks and gifts does Academy offer during Run Month (ASO)?

Online shoppers can receive a free brand-specific gift with qualifying Brooks, Nike, adidas, ASICS, New Balance, or Puma shoe purchases while supplies last. According to the company, these offers are available at Academy.com on select styles during March 2026.

What pricing and credit-card savings does ASO advertise for Run Month shoppers?

Academy guarantees to beat competitor prices by 5% and offers an incremental 5% off with an Academy Credit Card. According to the company, new cardholders also receive $30 off their first purchase after approval and other myAcademy Rewards benefits.

How can runners find an Academy fit clinic or learn more about Run Month offers?

Runners can locate fit clinics and offers at Academy.com/fit-clinics during March 2026. According to the company, the site lists participating store locations, clinic schedules, and details on qualifying online promotions and rewards enrollment.