30 December 2015
Forecasts Sales Growth of 50% in 2016 Marks Third Anniversary of Operations In The Region

Dubai, UAE: SportsOne, the multi brand sporting goods retailer and part of the Landmark Group, marks its third anniversary in the Middle East on 26th December, reporting strong performance across the region with annual sales reaching 70% in 2015 alone.

The first SportsOne store was established in 2012 and the brand has since grown to become one of the leading regional sports retailers in the region, with 20 stores across Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and the UAE

SportsOne's remarkable success has been driven by strategic regional investments, a dynamic portfolio of products and a customer-centric service ethic, positioning the company as a significant player in the industry, with forecasts of a 50% surge in sales for 2016.

Commenting on the success of the organization, Shivam Goyal, COO SportsOne said: "I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our valued customers of SportsOne who have made this success possible. We will continue to create unique value and offerings for the communities in which we operate. I would also like to extend my gratitude to our dedicated team at SportsOne who work relentlessly to make this a truly outstanding regional brand"

The leading sportswear retailer known for its new in-store design and experience has been a home for over 70 top notch sports attire and equipment and has introduced for the first time new brands such as (Li Ning, TKO, Schwinn, Mongoose, Polar Bottles, K2, Lamborghini Bikes, IronMan & Laken) to the GCC which have given a huge boost on the 2015 sales.

Goyal added: "The sports retail market in the GCC is an aggressive one and SportsOne is well placed to capitalize on this industry status. We will continue to expand our presence; we are indeed well on our target to reach 40 stores by end of 2017. With DSF round the corner and as a key leverage platform for the retail industry, we are expecting a 20% rise in sales through the month and an 50% annual growth for 2016."

In line with its third anniversary celebrations, SportsOne is offering 20% off on your overall invoice amount

About SportsOne
SportsOne is a multi-brand, sporting gear retail destination launched in December 2012 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by the Landmark Group - the iconic retail conglomerate founded in 1973 that houses highly successful retail concepts such as Babyshop, Emax, Shoe Mart, Home Centre, Splash, Lifestyle and Max. 

SportsOne currently has eleven stores across UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. The brand extended its presence to the United Arab Emirates in July 2013 and intends to grow its presence across the GCC, in the coming years.

SportsOne retails over 100 brands, many of which are showcased for the first time in the region. With separate lines for men, women and children, the concept's wide collection includes sports Apparel, Footwear, Gym equipment, Road Bikes, Racquet sports, Football, Golf and indoor/outdoor games.

Catering to both professional as well as amateur sport enthusiasts, SportsOne sets itself apart with its offering of specialized services such as racquet stringing, GAIT analysis for footwear, as well as personalization services like Embroidery and Printing. Backed by a proficient bi-lingual sales team that delivers excellent on floor and after sales support, SportsOne additionally offers on site services such as installation of gym equipment at a client's preferred location.

SportsOne stores are planned very carefully to ensure that the store design enables a dynamic sporting gear shopping environment. The ambience of the store is always vibrant and youthful with each outlet showcasing the collection in an environment that is fun and easy-to-shop in. The visual merchandising is exciting, clean and inviting for customers to get the maximum pleasure out of their shopping experience.

For more information, visit www.sportsonestores.com

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