BSN SPORTS ACCELERATES POST COVID-19 MOMENTUM WITH ACQUISITOIN OF DILLARD’S SPORTING GOODS IN ANDERSON, SC

March 24, 2021

Dallas- BSN SPORTS, the nation’s largest direct marketer and distributor of sporting goods to the school and league markets and a division of Varsity Brands, today announced that it has acquired Dillard’s Sporting Goods (“Dillard’s”) based in Anderson, SC. A 3rd generation family-owned business, Dillard’s has served the regional Anderson community team sports needs with commitment, community engagement and superb customer service since its founding in 1946. As a result of the acquisition, Dillard’s Anderson location will transition to a BSN SPORTS sales office.

The acquisition of Dillard’s Sporting Goods serves as the latest proof point for BSN SPORTS’ model and momentum emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic, as the company continues to strategically expand its geographic footprint and professional sales team.

Terry Babilla, BSN SPORTS’ President, said, “The Dillard name is synonymous with sports in South Carolina, and we are excited to welcome Bill and his team to further amplify the support and tailored customer service offered to their coaches, athletes and customers. We look forward to building on Dillard’s strong foundation by giving their customers access to more than $125 million of premier inventory, school branding tools, online bookstores and spirit shops, exclusive digital resources, and sport-specific experts.”

Bill Dillard, who will join BSN SPORTS along with his sales staff, added, “With 75 years of experience in serving teams, leagues, and young athletes, the Dillard’s team is excited for the opportunity to continue creating positive customer experiences with the added benefit of BSN SPORTS’ nationwide presence and expanded support team. I'm excited our employees and sales staff will have unmatched access to distinctly unique tools and powerful resources to bring to our customers, while continuing to deepen relationships with schools and leagues throughout South Carolina.”

Mr. Babilla concluded, “As students, athletes and coaches continue to resume their athletic seasons nationwide, our BSN SPORTS family is eager to support their local communities through premier product, equipment, and support tools in an effort to revive athletic programs nationwide. As a company, we will continue to strategically grow our team with seasoned professionals who share our values of providing best-in-class service and have a passion for building lifelong customer relationships.”

If you are interested in joining the fastest growing organization in sports, please contact Dan Dickman at ddickman@bsnsports.com or Bob Dickman at bdickman@bsnsports.com.

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