Academy Sports + Outdoors Celebrates Brooks Month with Running Gear and Community Event

KATY, Texas, Sept. 21, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Academy Sports + Outdoors is celebrating Brooks Month, a monthlong campaign that highlights the company's commitment to supporting runners and helping them find the right gear for every mile. The initiative, running from September 21 through October 18, showcases a wide range of Brooks footwear and apparel, including popular styles like the Glycerin 23, Ghost 18, and Adrenaline GTS 25.

The celebration kicked off with a community run event called "Roll Call," hosted by Loose Lace Run Club on September 19 in Houston, Academy's hometown. The event brought together runners to experience Brooks products, connect with the local running community, and celebrate a shared passion for an active lifestyle. This inaugural event set the tone for the monthlong campaign, which aims to provide expert guidance for runners of all experience levels.

Frank Fanelli, Vice President and Divisional Merchandise Manager at Academy Sports + Outdoors, emphasized the importance of the partnership.

Throughout the month, Academy will feature key products from its extensive Brooks assortment, helping customers find the right footwear, apparel, and accessories for their running needs. The company's commitment to the running community is evident in its partnership with Brooks and its efforts to provide the best products and services to its customers. Customers can shop more than 50 Brooks footwear styles, including favorites such as the Glycerin 23, Ghost 18, and Adrenaline GTS 25, along with new arrivals, apparel, and accessories designed to complement every run.

In addition to the online promotion, Academy will continue to spotlight Brooks products in its stores, ensuring that customers have access to the latest and greatest in performance running gear. The company's mission is to provide "Fun for All," and with its localized merchandising strategy and value proposition, it strongly connects with a broad range of consumers.

Academy is also offering a special promotion for online shoppers, providing a $25 Academy eGift card with a $150+ Brooks purchase from Monday, September 21 to Sunday, October 4. Customers must make their purchase via desktop, mobile, or app on any Brooks footwear, apparel, and socks. The terms and conditions for this promotion are available on the Academy website.

Throughout the month, Academy will spotlight key products among its broad assortment of Brooks footwear, apparel, and accessories categories, helping customers find the right fit whether they are training for race day, joining a local run club, or seeking all-day comfort. The company's efforts to support runners and provide the best possible gear and guidance are part of its ongoing commitment to the running community.