Dick’s Sporting Goods Shutters Central New York Location
A significant change has occurred in Central New York’s retail landscape with the permanent closure of a local Dick’s Sporting Goods store. This outlet, located in Aurelius, near Auburn, ceased operations over the recent weekend after nearly 20 years of business.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Closure Details
The closure was somewhat anticipated. A store manager indicated to local media in November that the lease was set to expire in early January without renewal. The store’s 45,500-square-foot space is now listed as available, according to a development plan shared by the property manager.
Continued Presence in New York
Despite this closure, Dick’s Sporting Goods remains a prominent retailer in New York. The company operates over 40 locations throughout the state, including stores in:
- Clay
- DeWitt
- Ithaca
- New Hartford
- Syracuse
- Watertown
Customers are encouraged to visit these nearby locations. Signage at the closed store pointed shoppers towards the Dick’s outlet at Destiny USA in Syracuse.
Company Overview
Dick’s Sporting Goods, founded in 1948 in Binghamton, New York, operates more than 700 stores nationwide. The chain is renowned for its wide variety of sports and fitness equipment, clothing, and footwear.
Recent Financial Insights
In its third-quarter report from November, Dick’s Sporting Goods experienced a 5.7% increase in year-over-year sales. However, the company has also indicated the possibility of closing underperforming locations, particularly those acquired from Foot Locker in 2025 for $2.4 billion.
This closure marks a pivotal shift within Central New York’s retail scene, showcasing the dynamics of lease agreements and operational decisions in the sporting goods market.
