DICK'S Sporting Goods Announces Grand Opening Celebration in Washington, MO

Special Appearances by Zac Stacy and Orlando Pace

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Mar 16, 2015, 11:05 ET

PITTSBURGH, March 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its 15^th store in Missouri and 609^th store nationwide on Friday, March 27^th at Phoenix Center II in Washington, MO (3162 Phoenix Center Drive).

DICK'S three-day grand opening celebration will run through Sunday, March 29^th. The store will open at 8:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 9:00 a.m. Sunday.

On Friday, the first 100 people in line will be eligible for a free Reebok Play Dry® T-Shirt. Guests who are in line at 7:45 a.m. on Friday will get a chance to open the DICK'S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

St. Louis running back Zac Stacy** will make and in-store appearance on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., while former St. Louis offensive tackle Orlando Pace** will appear from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday.

Saturday and Sunday giveaways include a free Mystery Gift Card from $5 to $500 for the first 100 adults in line. Guests who are in line at 7:45 a.m. Saturday and 8:45 a.m. on Sunday will also get a chance to open the DICK'S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

"We look forward to opening our newest DICK'S Sporting Goods in Washington," said Lauren Hobart, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, DICK'S Sporting Goods. "We are excited to offer the finest quality products and highest level of customer service to the community."

The new location will feature athletic and outdoor apparel and footwear and the latest gear for team sports, fitness, camping, hunting and fishing. More than 40 in-store services by DICK'S certified PROS in specialties such as bike, golf and fishing will also be available.

Visit DICKS.com/WashingtonMO for details and LIKE DICK'S Sporting Goods on Facebook for the latest information on local appearances, special events and brand activations.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Purchase does not improve chance of winning. Limit one t-shirt ($20 value), mystery gift card and/or gift locker combination per person, per day. Must be 18+ for gift card and gift locker promotions. See store or DICKS.com/WashingtonMO for details and odds of winning.

**Wristband required for autograph. Wristbands will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of event only. Limit one per person. Visit DICKS.com/WashingtonMO for details.

About DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.
Founded in 1948, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. As of January 31, 2015, the Company operated more than 600 DICK'S Sporting Goods locations, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to achieve their personal best through a blend of dedicated associates, in-store services and unique specialty shop-in-shops. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, DICK'S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy, Field & Stream and True Runner specialty stores. For more information, visit the Press Room at DICKS.com.

Contact: DICK'S Sporting Goods – [email protected]

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