DICK'S Sporting Goods Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Caitlin Clark
DICK'S Sporting Goods and Foot Locker have signed WNBA star Caitlin Clark as their first-ever athlete brand partner in a multi-year, exclusive agreement.
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DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. has announced it will release its third quarter fiscal 2026 financial results before the market opens on November 24, 2026.
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DICK'S Sporting Goods and Foot Locker have signed WNBA star Caitlin Clark as their first-ever athlete brand partner in a multi-year, exclusive agreement.
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DICK'S Sporting Goods is expanding its digital ecosystem through GameChanger, DICK'S Media Network, and its ScoreCard loyalty program to drive omnichannel growth and customer engagement. The company launched ScoreCard+, a $99 annual paid membership tier, and is leveraging data analytics for personalization. Competitors like Amazon, Nike, and Abercrombie & Fitch are similarly investing in digital transformation and direct-to-consumer strategies.