Engagement sustains momentum through programming, events, and donations
KATY, Texas, June 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy Sports + Outdoors ("Academy") (Nasdaq: ASO), a leading full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer, today announced the extension of its national partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, reinforcing its focus on making a broad positive impact as well as deepening its commitments in the local communities it serves. The engagement, which began in 2025, remains focused on increasing access to sports and outdoor fun for youth nationwide through hands-on experiences, equipment support, and philanthropic giving.
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