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DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE: DKS) generates a steady flow of news that reflects its role in the sporting goods retail industry, its expansion through acquisitions and its focus on youth sports and sport-related culture. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company operates banners such as DICK'S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone!, and it owns the Foot Locker business, including the Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS and atmos banners.
News about DICK'S Sporting Goods frequently covers financial results and outlook, including quarterly earnings releases, comparable sales trends and updates to guidance for what it calls the DICK'S Business. These announcements may also discuss the performance of the Foot Locker Business following its acquisition and provide commentary on integration activities and asset reviews.
Investors and followers can also expect corporate and strategic updates, such as the completion of the Foot Locker acquisition, capital markets transactions, and leadership appointments. For example, the company has reported the appointment of a President of Foot Locker International to oversee international operations across Europe, Asia and Australia.
Another major category of news involves marketing campaigns, brand content and seasonal promotions. DICK'S Sporting Goods issues releases on holiday campaigns, gift guides, and Black Friday or other seasonal deals, often featuring well-known athletes and entertainers. Its in-house Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios produces sports-focused content like the unscripted series "Play It Forward: Game On," which also appears in company news.
Finally, DICK'S Sporting Goods regularly highlights community and philanthropic initiatives tied to The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation and the Sports Matter program, including matched donations and partnerships to build youth sports facilities. For ongoing coverage of these developments, this news page aggregates company press releases and related updates in one place.
DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) has scheduled its first quarter fiscal 2025 earnings announcement for May 28th, 2025, before market opening. The company will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results, which will be accessible via webcast on their investor relations website. The call recording will be archived online for approximately twelve months.
DICK'S operates over 850 retail locations across various brands including DICK'S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands, and Going Going Gone! stores. The company also maintains an online presence and mobile app, while operating specialty locations like DICK'S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center. Founded in 1948, the Pittsburgh-based retailer serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts through multiple channels.
GameChanger, the leading youth sports app for live streaming and statistics, has launched its first national brand campaign titled 'For the Sport of Love'. The campaign, announced on April 28, 2025, celebrates the dedication of coaches, parents, and families in youth sports.
The campaign, which was filmed in California featuring real athletes and coaches from various Los Angeles area schools and teams, showcases the emotional journey of youth sports - from pregame talks to long drives and celebrations. The initiative will be distributed across major digital and social media platforms including Meta, YouTube, CBS Sports, Bleacher Report, ESPN, Conde Nast, and Hearst.
GameChanger, a DICK'S Sporting Goods company, emphasizes the behind-the-scenes commitment of those who support young athletes without seeking recognition. The campaign was directed by Curt Morgan of WOLVVS agency.
DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) has announced the acquisition of the one-of-one Paul Skenes Topps MLB Debut Patch card through a Fanatics Collect March Premier Auction. The unique card, featuring Skenes' autograph and a patch from his Major League debut jersey, will be displayed at the DICK'S House of Sport store in Ross Park, Pittsburgh.
The card will be showcased in a new collectors' space, part of a broader initiative to roll out trading cards and memorabilia experiences across select House of Sport stores nationwide in Spring 2025. All proceeds from the card's sale will be donated to LA Fire Relief funds.
DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) has launched a new footwear advertising campaign called 'Speed Shopping' featuring viral creator IShowSpeed alongside sports stars Tom Brady, Kevin Durant, Suni Lee, and Travis Hunter. The campaign showcases DKS as a premier footwear destination, highlighting various performance and lifestyle sneakers including adidas Spezial, Hoka Bondi 9, and Nike KD18.
The campaign, developed by OBB Media's branded content studio, transforms a routine shopping trip into an athletic competition, with IShowSpeed facing challenges from the featured athletes. The marketing initiative will be distributed across multiple platforms including Amazon Prime, Disney+, Hulu, Max, Netflix, and YouTube, demonstrating DKS's strategy to merge sports, style, and culture while targeting young athletes.
Maxfli, a golf brand owned by DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), has announced a new partnership with renowned golf instructor Sean Foley, who will serve as brand ambassador and exclusively play the Maxfli Tour X ball. Foley, known for coaching elite players like Tiger Woods and Lydia Ko, joins existing Maxfli ambassadors Ben Griffin and Lexi Thompson.
The 2025 Maxfli Tour Series features enhanced technology, including increased mantle layer firmness for better distance and center of gravity improvements for putting consistency. The Tour X model specifically incorporates a new 336 Dimple Pattern for more penetrating ball flight. The balls are sold exclusively at DICK'S Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy locations.
DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) reported strong financial results for Q4 and full year 2024, achieving its largest sales quarter in company history with a 6.4% Q4 comparable sales growth. The company delivered full-year 2024 earnings per diluted share of $14.05, up 15% from $12.18 in 2023.
Key developments include:
- Full-year 2024 comparable sales growth of 5.2%, driven by growth in average ticket and transactions
- Opened seven House of Sport and 15 DICK'S Field House locations in 2024
- Plans to open approximately 16 House of Sport and 18 Field House locations in 2025
- Board authorized 10% increase in quarterly dividend to $1.2125 per share
- New five-year share repurchase program of up to $3 billion announced
For 2025, the company expects comparable sales growth of 1.0% to 3.0% and earnings per diluted share between $13.80 and $14.40.
DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) has scheduled its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results announcement for March 11th, 2025, before market opening. A conference call discussing the results will be held at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day.
The call will be webcast through the company's Investor Relations website at investors.dicks.com, with playback available for approximately twelve months. Participants are advised to register and install necessary audio software at least fifteen minutes before the call.
DICK'S operates over 850 stores across various brands including DICK'S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands, and Going Going Gone!, along with online platforms and mobile apps. The company also owns DICK'S House of Sport, Golf Galaxy Performance Center, and GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform.
DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) announced the expansion of its internal influencer program, the DICK'S Varsity Team, opening it to the public. The program, previously to employees, will now accept applications from sports and social media enthusiasts until February 27, 2025.
Selected team members will create original social media content in collaboration with DICK'S and its top brands, receiving benefits including paid contracts, monthly DICK'S gift cards, and opportunities for brand exposure. Olympic gold medalist Tara Davis-Woodhall, Paralympic gold medalist Hunter Woodhall, and the Cavinder twins will serve as mentors.
Since its 2023 internal launch, the program has generated over 1,000 pieces of content with 38 million impressions, featuring in 10 campaigns for DICK'S and national brands like Away, Carhartt, New Balance, and Brooks.
DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) and The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation have announced a commitment of over $10 million to support communities affected by wildfires in California and flooding in North Carolina. The aid package includes:
- In-kind donations worth over $8 million in clothing, footwear, and sporting goods equipment
- $1 million donation to the American Red Cross
- Customer donation matching program running from Jan. 27 through Feb. 22, 2025, expected to reach nearly $1 million
- 'LA Strong' merchandise collection sales benefiting the American Red Cross and LA Fire Department Foundation
The company is also providing direct support to affected employees through its Teammate Relief Fund and has granted $100,000 in Sports Matter grants to youth sports teams in Asheville and surrounding communities.
DICK'S Sporting Goods (DKS) has secured an exclusive multi-year sponsorship with The University of Texas Athletics, becoming the 'Official Sporting Goods Retailer of the Texas Longhorns.' The partnership includes co-branding rights with the Texas Longhorns logo, student-athlete NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) collaborations, and game sponsorships across various sports.
The agreement features prominent marketing activations, including game sponsorships for basketball, baseball, softball, and volleyball throughout the 2024-25 athletics year. DICK'S will be the presenting sponsor of Hook 'Em Herd, a pre-game experience at football games, and will have activations at Bevo Blvd. The company will also sponsor Texas Football Coaches' Clinics for high school coaches.
The partnership enables Longhorn student-athletes to promote DICK'S through in-store appearances and content creation across social media channels and the Longhorn Network streaming platform.