DICK'S Sporting Goods Announces the Launch of Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios, Solidifying the Company's Position in Original Sports Filmmaking
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DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) has officially launched Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios, an in-house content and production studio focused on sports storytelling. The studio, named after the company's founding story, builds on DICK'S successful track record in sports documentaries, including two Sports Emmy awards for "We Could Be King" and "The Turnaround."
The studio's latest project, "Big Dreams: The Little League World Series 2024," produced in partnership with Imagine Entertainment and MLB Studios, will premiere on ESPN on August 12 at 9:30 p.m. ET. Over the past decade, DICK'S has produced five feature-length films and ten short-form documentaries, establishing itself as a serious producer of sports-focused content.
Positive
- Won two prestigious Sports Emmy awards for documentary productions
- Established track record with 5 feature films and 10 short documentaries over past decade
- Strategic partnerships with major entertainment companies (Imagine Entertainment, MLB Studios)
- Expansion into content creation diversifies business beyond retail
Negative
- Significant investment required in non-core business activity
- Competitive landscape in sports content production is challenging
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Founded on the belief that sports have the power to change lives and build community, Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios aims to deliver transformative storytelling that positions sports at the heart of culture. The studio's work will spotlight the grit, triumphs and heartbreak behind every athlete's journey, with a mission to create emotionally resonant content that inspires long after the final whistle blows. At its core, the studio believes sports are more than just competition; they are universal stories of hope, resilience and connection.
Although Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios was just recently established, DICK'S began shaping its legacy in sports storytelling over a decade ago. In 2014, the company debuted its first feature documentary, We Could Be King, through its Foundation, which won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Sports Documentary, an extraordinary achievement for a consumer brand. This past spring, DICK'S added a second Sports Emmy – the first award for Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios – to their resume with The Turnaround, a documentary that tells the story of Philadelphia Phillies' superfan Jon McCann, who helped inspire an unlikely 2023 standing ovation for Phillies shortstop Trea Turner, which helped turn the team around after hitting a major roadblock. With two Sports Emmys, DICK'S has cemented its reputation as a serious producer of documentary films. In the last 10 years, the company has built an impressive catalog of five feature-length films and ten short-form or episodic documentaries, with additional projects forthcoming.
"DICK'S believes that sports have the power to change lives," said Mark Rooks, VP of Creative, Entertainment & Sponsorships at DICK'S Sporting Goods. "And we've seen through our work how true that is for so many who have excelled, triumphed against the odds, and been defeated in sport. There are so many incredible and inspiring human stories that deserve to be told, and we could not be more excited to showcase how individuals, teams and communities are shaping sport, bringing people together and unifying and building communities for thousands."
The official announcement of Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios coincides with the premiere of Big Dreams: The Little League World Series 2024, a new documentary that explores the magic and meaning behind one of America's most iconic youth sporting events. It takes viewers to
"Big Dreams is a great example of the kind of projects Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios aims to produce," said Rebecca Covington, Sr. Director, Creative Production at DICK'S Sporting Goods. "Being able to share big sports moments with fans is something that drives our team, and we look at the upcoming years with great excitement as we know there will be so many unforgettable stories deserving of the spotlight."
The name of the studio, Cookie Jar & A Dream, honors the founding story of DICK'S Sporting Goods: In 1948, an 18-year-old Dick Stack borrowed
About DICK'S Sporting Goods
DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in
Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK'S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK'S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.
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