Oshman S Sporting Goods

Oshman's Sporting Goods was a sporting goods retailer that existed from 1919 to 2005. It was founded in Houston, Texas, and eventually grew to become a large chain with both traditional stores and larger "Supersports USA" locations. The company was acquired by The Sports Authority in 2001. Founding and Early Growth: Jacob S. Oshman founded the company in 1919, initially as a proprietorship, then incorporating it in 1946. The business expanded from its original Houston location to other cities in Texas and eventually into the Los Angeles area. Unique Retail Concept: Oshman's was known for combining traditional sporting goods with sportswear, and for creating large "Supersports USA" stores that allowed customers to test merchandise. Expansion and Decline: The company's expansion included a significant move into the Los Angeles market in the 1970s. In the 1990s, the company focused on developing the Supersports USA megastores, which grew to represent over half of the company's sales by 1995. However, the traditional Oshman's stores eventually declined in number. Acquisition: In 2001, Oshman's Sporting Goods was acquired by The Sports Authority.