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Dick’s House of Sport Opens at Southpoint Mall in Durham

The former Sears space gets a dynamic upgrade with interactive sports zones, gear demos, and celebrity guests during the October grand opening weekend.

Wes Platt

30 Sep 2025 — 2 min read

Dick’s House of Sport opens at The Streets at Southpoint in Durham, revitalizing the former Sears space with interactive shopping experiences, sports gear, and a community-focused grand opening.

The long-vacant Sears location at The Streets at Southpoint is getting new life as Dick’s House of Sport, opening Oct. 1 with an experience-driven retail concept tailored to athletes and families.

What’s Inside the New Dick’s House of Sport in Durham?

The store features several interactive elements designed to elevate the shopping experience:

Rock-climbing wall
Multi-sport cage for testing gear like bats, soccer balls, and more
Golf pro shop with custom fittings and expert advice

As Southpoint Access reported in December 2024, Dick's House of Sport isn't just a typical sporting goods store - it’s a hands-on environment aimed at helping customers “try before they buy.”

Grand Opening Weekend: Oct. 10–12

To celebrate the grand opening, Dick’s Sporting Goods is hosting a three-day event packed with giveaways and celebrity appearances:

Free giveaways include:

Mystery gift cards (limited quantities)
Free soccer balls
30-ounce Stanley drink containers

Meet-and-greets (wristband required):

🏀 Grant Hill – Former Duke Basketball star and current co-owner of the Atlanta Hawks (Oct. 10, 6 to 7:30 p.m.)
🏈 Julius Peppers – UNC football legend and retired Carolina Panthers defensive end (Oct. 12, 12 to 1:30 p.m.)

Note: Special wristbands will be distributed the day of each appearance - limit one per person. Athletes will only sign cards provided by Dick’s Sporting Goods.

Location Details

📍 Dick’s House of Sport – The Streets at Southpoint Mall
6910 Fayetteville Road, Durham, NC 27713
Opening: Oct. 1, 2025
Grand Opening Events: Oct. 10-12, 2025