At Academy Sports + Outdoors, we believe in the power of fun. And we believe in helping our customers have more of it. With a wide assortment of sporting and outdoors gear, Academy offers the best brands under one roof — curated to make the most of every budget. Day in and day out, our 20,000+ Team Members bring a sense of adventure, energy, and passion to work. Understanding our people and the things that matter to them has been at the core of Academy culture for over 80 years. We take pride in creating a workplace that values hard work, commitment, growth, and of course, FUN.
Academy — headquartered in Katy, TX, a suburb of Houston — is one of the nation’s largest sporting goods and outdoor stores. We offer a broad assortment of quality hunting, fishing, and camping equipment and gear, as well as sports and leisure products, footwear, apparel, and much more.
Originally founded in 1938 as a family business in Texas, Academy has grown to a wide network of 301 stores across 21 states as of March 7, 2025.
Looking to join our team? Search available opportunities today: careers.academy.com
Shooters World provides the World’s Greatest Firearms Experience. Each of our locations offer a state-of-the-art shooting range, firearms training facility, and retail showroom – a one-stop shop for novice and experienced shooters alike!
At Shooters World we stand behind the products we carry, that’s why we proudly offer a lifetime warranty on all new and certified used firearms we sell.
Unsure about which firearm is right for you? We offer a ‘try before you buy’ program in our range with the widest selection of firearm rentals guaranteed!
Better price elsewhere? Check with us before you buy! We WANT your business, and will not only match pricing but often also beat pricing of stores within 50 miles.
Questions? Our experienced team members are happy to assist you with all of your firearms needs.
Our shooting range, training facility, and stores are open to the public.
Shooters World: It’s Just a Shot Away!