Hibbett Sports, Inc. operates sporting goods stores in small to mid-sized markets primarily in the south, Southwest, Mid-Atlantic, and the Midwest regions of the United States. Its stores offer an assortment of merchandise, including athletic footwear, team sports equipment, athletic and fashion apparel, and related accessories. As of August 3, 2013, it had 892 in 31 states. The company sells its merchandise directly to educational institutions and youth associations. The company was formerly known as Hibbett Sporting Goods, Inc. and changed its name to Hibbett Sports, Inc. in January 2007. Hibbett Sports, Inc. was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.