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How Dick’s Sporting Goods Fights Premium Sneaker Diversion with its Mobile App

Retail TouchPoints

The customer-facing mobile app for Dicks Sporting Goods has traveled a long way since its debut in 2021. Walker had a fireside chat with Radar CEO Nick Patrick at the NRF 2025 session, The Future of Geolocation in Retail.

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Walmart Buys Pittsburgh-Area Mall for $34 Million

Retail TouchPoints

According to the CBL website , the 985,073-square-foot Monroeville Mall contains 133 stores, including Dicks Sporting Goods, Macys, Best Buy, Barnes & Noble, Forever 21, Victorias Secret and JCPenney. The 185,517-square-foot Annex contains eight stores, and the combined property received approximately 3.49

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Reimagined Champs Sports Stores Feature 3D Fitting Tools, Dedicated Running Club Spaces

Retail TouchPoints

“The Reimagined store concept redefines what the Champs Sports in-store shopping experience can be, enhancing every step of the customer journey. Tampa and Portland are dynamic markets, making them ideal locations to unveil a new store experience that reflects our brand ethos.” billion in May 2025.

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Macy’s Store Closures Partially Responsible for 274% Increase in Retail Layoffs, According to a New Report

Retail Wire

Both continue to operate—but only until liquidation sales wrap later this year, with discounts topping 90% off ticketed prices. On Long Island, the March shutdown of Macy’s at the historic Sunrise Mall in Massapequa turned the regional center into a near-vacant “ghost mall,” leaving Dick’s Sporting Goods as the last major tenant.

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How Localization is Helping CVS Position Itself as the Modern General Store

Retail TouchPoints

If you want tennis balls, you can wait for them to be delivered or you can go to a big-box sporting goods store, but if you’re on the way to the courts shouldn’t you be able to go somewhere really convenient along the way? It’s almost like the old general store that is the core of what we offer.

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Exploring the Different Types of Store Formats for Retail Success

Small Biz Trends

Specialty stores cater to targeted markets, allowing for personalized service and customized marketing. These types of stores operate exclusively online, allowing you to shop from anywhere at any time without the need for physical visits.

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Champion Revitalizes Brand IP with New Target-Exclusive Collection

Retail TouchPoints

Beginning in August 2025, Target will offer its new Champion collection of activewear and sporting goods for kids and adults. The 500+ -piece collection includes apparel, accessories and bags and will be infused with on-trend colors, exclusive premium fabrics, unique washes, detailed trims and the unique Champion logo.