Academy Plans 2 New Stores in Ohio & Oklahoma with 120 Jobs, $10K Donation
Academy plans to open two stores in North Canton, Ohio and Muskogee, Oklahoma, boosting its footprint to four Ohio and 14 Oklahoma locations and targeting 20-25 new outlets in fiscal 2026. The openings are expected to add 120 jobs and include a $10,000 donation supporting over 40 local youth.
1. Store Expansion in Ohio and Oklahoma
Academy announced two new locations in North Canton, Ohio and Muskogee, Oklahoma, raising its total presence to four stores in Ohio and 14 in Oklahoma as part of its ongoing nationwide growth strategy.
2. Fiscal 2026 Growth Target
The retailer aims to open between 20 and 25 new stores by fiscal 2026, building on last year’s 24 openings across 16 states and 16 openings in 2024 across 10 states.
3. Community Engagement
Each new location will receive over $10,000 in donations to support local Parks and Recreation initiatives, with the North Canton grand opening featuring a youth shopping event hosted by Cleveland safety Grant Delpit.
4. Job Creation and Hiring
The two stores are expected to create approximately 120 jobs, and interested candidates can apply through Academy’s online careers portal.