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Academy Sports + Outdoors Announces Closing of Senior Secured Notes
The retailer used the proceeds to redeem 2027 notes, repay term loan balances and cover fees, officials said.
On Thursday, May 14, 2026, Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc. closed a private placement of $500 million in 5.875% Senior Secured Notes due 2031 under Rule 144A and Regulation S.
Academy, Ltd., the Issuer, will use net proceeds to redeem all outstanding senior secured notes due 2027 and repay existing term loan facility amounts and related expenses.
Originally established in 1938 as a family business in Texas, Academy has grown to more than 300 stores across 21 states, focusing on outdoor, apparel, and sporting goods.
Aiming to provide "Fun for All," Academy employs a localized merchandising strategy and value proposition designed to connect strongly with a broad range of consumers.
Forward-Looking statements in this release, as defined by the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, remain subject to various risks and uncertainties; actual results may differ materially from expectations.