PITTSBURGH – Rally House, a leading sporting goods and merchandise retailer, is now the official team store of the University of Pittsburgh Athletics. The Rally House Panthers Team Store features an impressive selection of authentic Pitt apparel and merchandise from the industry’s top brands. This new partnership will benefit students and fans by providing easier access to Pitt gear at the Rally House Panthers Team Store online and at the many Rally House retail locations throughout Pennsylvania.
“Rally House has been a long-time supporter of the Pitt Panthers since we first entered the Pittsburgh market in 2016,” said Rally House CEO Aaron Liebert. “We are excited to solidify the partnership and provide all Pitt fans with an enhanced shopping experience, including buy online, pick up in store and a more diverse product assortment!”
Rally House is the ideal retailer for Pitt Athletics as the company is known for top-notch NCAA gear. Customers can find Pitt jerseys, hats, drinkware, collectibles and many more great products to show off their team spirit at the Rally House Panthers Team Store. Fans can also support their favorite athletes as the inventory consists of NIL items featuring various stars and sports teams from the school.
Rally House is distinguished by its focus on superior customer service. Customers can purchase online, pick up in store and easily return to any retail location. The Rally House Panthers Team Store will be located at all ticketed venues, including Acrisure Stadium (football), Petersen Events Center (basketball), Fitzgerald Field House (volleyball, wrestling, gymnastics) and Petersen Sports Complex (baseball, soccer, softball).
Rally House will also operate the Panthers Team Store in the lobby of the Petersen Events Center Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and for events beginning August 16, 2024. Store hours are subject to change depending on events at the Pete. In addition, the store will be open on Sunday, August 18 and Sunday, August 25 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Renovations are currently underway to improve the atmosphere and shopping experience.
“Pitt Athletics is excited to partner with Rally House, a national leader in the sports and merchandise industry,” said Pitt’s athletic director Heather Lyke“As the fastest-growing sports and merchandise retailer in the country, we are confident that Rally House will help us continue to strengthen the Pitt brand by providing an exceptional customer experience on-site, online and at all ticketed home events. Pitt fans will find an outstanding selection of products from top brands at the Rally House Panthers Team Store.”
The company is excited to be the official team store of Pitt Athletics and to offer a new and improved shopping experience. Customers can get ready today by visiting a Rally House near them or exploring the Rally House Panthers Team Store at www.shoppittpanthers.com.
About Pitt Athletics
The history of intercollegiate sports at the University of Pittsburgh dates back to 1869, when the university began fielding a baseball team. Today, Pitt sponsors 19 varsity sports – nine men’s teams and 10 women’s programs – with more than 500 student-athletes vying for conference, regional and national honors. All intercollegiate sports teams compete as members of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). The Panthers’ rich athletic history includes national championships in football (nine) and basketball (two). Pitt also boasts Olympic gold medals in track and field, and silver and bronze medals in diving and basketball.
About Rally House
Rally House and Sampler Stores Inc. is a family-owned specialty boutique offering a wide selection of apparel, hats, gifts and home decor from local NCAA, NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and MLS teams, as well as locally inspired apparel, gifts and food. Rally House is proudly owned in Lenexa, Kansas and operates over 200 stores in 20 states.
