The best sporting goods shops in Sumter

5 sporting goods shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Simpson Hardware & Sports

Sporting Goods

Simpson Hardware & Sports is the spot for getting everyone game-ready, with baseball, football, soccer and pickleball gear, plus activewear…

40 W Wesmark Blvd

“Simpson Hardware & Sports is the spot for getting everyone game-ready, with baseball, football, soccer and pickleball gear, plus activewear and footwear for men, women and kids. They also stock coolers, drinkware, outdoor speakers and gift-y home goods, so you can go from practice to porch hang this week.”

From the Sumter newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Crossroads Outdoors

Sporting Goods

Outdoor sports store carrying clothing, shoes, and gear for hunting, fishing, boating, and other activities.

244 N Main St (Bishopville)

“Outdoor sports store carrying clothing, shoes, and gear for hunting, fishing, boating, and other activities.”

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Academy Sports + Outdoors

Sporting Goods

Sporting goods chain selling athletic apparel & footwear, plus outdoor gear & fitness equipment.

120 Woody Jones Blvd (Florence)

“Sporting goods chain selling athletic apparel & footwear, plus outdoor gear & fitness equipment.”

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Academy Sports + Outdoors

Sporting Goods

Sporting goods chain selling athletic apparel & footwear, plus outdoor gear & fitness equipment.

730 Fashion Dr (Columbia)

“Sporting goods chain selling athletic apparel & footwear, plus outdoor gear & fitness equipment.”

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DICK'S Sporting Goods

Sporting Goods

Sporting goods chain with equipment, apparel & footwear for athletics, outdoor recreation & fitness.

David H McLeod Blvd Ste 1500 (Florence)

“Sporting goods chain with equipment, apparel & footwear for athletics, outdoor recreation & fitness.”

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