Staff report

Academy Sports + Outdoors, a full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer, opens its first store in Boardman, 1280 Doral Drive, with its grand opening through Sunday.

The approximately 55,500 square-foot store offers an assortment of sports and outdoor merchandise. This new store is contributing to Academy’s expansion efforts with the goal of opening 160 to 180 stores by 2027.

Throughout the weekend, customers can look forward to exclusive deals and giveaways.

Customers will find an assortment of athletic and casual shoes, sports and outdoors equipment, and clothing from top national brands and its private label.

The new Boardman location also features a variety of sports equipment. Academy offers free services such as grill and bike assembly, scope mounting, bore sighting and line winding spooling. Customers also can purchase hunting and fishing licenses in the store.

For more information, visit academy.com/Boardman.

Individuals interested in careers at Academy can visit careers.academy.com to apply for open positions.