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DICK’S Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy Join Uber Eats for On-Demand Delivery

Today Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) and DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE: DKS) announced a new partnership that brings the retailer’s broad selection of sporting goods, athletic apparel, footwear, team sports gear, golf equipment, fan merchandise and more to the Uber Eats platform. With over 800 DICK’S Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy locations across the country available on Uber Eats beginning this week, customers can enjoy convenient, on-demand or scheduled delivery of the retailer’s hottest products—all at the tap of a button.

Starting today, athletes, fans, and outdoor enthusiasts alike can browse and purchase a wide range of products—from fitness equipment and cleats to golf balls and team jerseys—directly through the Uber Eats app. To celebrate the launch, new and existing Uber Eats users can take advantage of up to 30% off of select athletic essentials, sport accessories and outdoor gear. As always, Uber One members enjoy added perks, including $0 Delivery Fees on eligible orders††.

A Win for Sports Fans and Athletes

For over 75 years, DICK’S Sports Goods has believed that sports have the power to change lives. By expanding its digital footprint with Uber Eats, DICK’S is continuing to provide convenient shopping options to its athletes, meeting them where they are – and when they need gear fast. Whether you’re prepping for a weekend tournament, upgrading your golf bag, or grabbing last-minute tailgate essentials, Uber Eats now brings the locker room to your living room.

“We believe that speed and convenience is key to our omni-channel experience, and we’re excited to launch our partnership with Uber Eats as an extension of that philosophy,” said Scott Casciato, VP of Omni-channel Fulfillment & Strategy at DICK’S Sporting Goods. “When those moments arise where new gear is needed, this partnership with Uber Eats extends our capabilities to give our athletes convenient shopping to get the products they need fast and in a way that is convenient for them”

From the latest apparel and footwear to high-performance golf equipment, the partnership also brings Golf Galaxy’s curated expertise to golfers’ doorsteps, giving players of all skill levels faster access to premium gear and accessories.

Expanding Uber Eats’ Retail Playbook

This partnership continues Uber’s momentum in expanding beyond food delivery, offering a broader range of everyday essentials to customers coast to coast. With DICK’S Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy joining the platform, Uber Eats further strengthens its position as a go-to destination for more than just meals—becoming a reliable teammate for active families and sports fans everywhere.

“As people head outdoors this season, we’re excited to bring DICK’S Sporting Goods’ trusted selection right to their doorstep via the Uber Eats app. From last-minute yoga mats to hiking gear and backyard sports essentials, it’s all just a tap away,” said Hashim Amin, Head of Retail for North America.

How It Works

Shopping DICK’S Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy on Uber Eats is simple:

  1. Open the Uber Eats app and navigate to the “Retail” category.

  2. Select your preferred DICK’S Sporting Goods or Golf Galaxy location.

  3. Browse a wide selection of athletic gear, team merchandise, golf essentials and more.

  4. Add items to your cart, select your delivery time, and place your order.

  5. Track your order in real time as it makes its way to your door.

About Uber

Uber’s mission is to create opportunity through movement. We started in 2010 to solve a simple problem: how do you get access to a ride at the touch of a button? More than 61 billion trips later, we’re building products to get people closer to where they want to be. By changing how people, food, and things move through cities, Uber is a platform that opens up the world to new possibilities.

About DICK'S Sporting Goods

DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, the leading omni-channel retailer serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts in more than 850 DICK'S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! stores, online, and through the DICK'S mobile app. DICK'S also owns and operates DICK'S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.

Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK'S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK'S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.

Promo expires on 06/30/2025 at 11:59 PM EST. Discount only on select items, some restrictions apply, see the app for details. Offer and terms are subject to change or cancellation.

† † Taxes and fees may still apply. See app for details.

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