Dick's Sporting Goods subsidiary, GameChanger, is being recognized as a major long-term growth driver for the company. Known for its mobile app and website offering services like scorekeeping, statistics, video streaming, and recap stories, GameChanger caters to local sports teams and has become a significant digital asset for Dick's since its acquisition in 2016.
GameChanger's platform has supported over 24 million games with more than 500,000 active scoring teams, illustrating strong user engagement across various sports and age groups. Operating on a freemium model, it provides basic services for free while generating revenue through subscriptions for premium fan content. Its recent partnership with Major League Baseball, announced in June 2023, further integrates GameChanger's data into MLB Network and MLB.com, providing enhanced visibility and growth potential.
The analyst believes that GameChanger's expanding user base, strategic MLB partnership, and its innovative freemium model position it as a pivotal component of Dick's Sporting Goods' growth strategy. By diversifying its digital engagements within the sports community, GameChanger is set to play a key role in boosting Dick's Sporting Goods' overall market reach and profitability.