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Owner Testimonials

Hear from Play It Again Sports Franchise Owners

Owning a Play It Again Sports used sporting goods franchise provides entrepreneurs with an exciting opportunity to own their own business by helping their community find great deals on gently used apparel and gear. Our franchisees have tremendous stories to tell about their commitment to provide high-quality used products in a positive, welcoming atmosphere. Their remarkable success stories are an inspiration for those looking for a unique business opportunity that will make a difference in their lives—and the lives of their customers. Read on to hear firsthand how the Play It Again Sports franchise experience has touched the lives of our franchise owners!

  • "The best part of owning the Play It Again Sports is easily being the community asset. It's our number one goal."
    - Janel & John A. Bozeman, MT
    Brand(s): Play It Again Sports, Once Upon A Child
  • "Winmark gave us all the tools we really needed in order to make sure we were ready to take on this endeavor."
    - Jocelyn & Chris M. Saskatoon, SK
    Brand(s): Play It Again Sports, Style Encore
  • "The grand opening was amazing. We ended up breaking the grand opening sales record for all of Play It Again Sports franchises; and having Winmark come out to the store for the grand opening to be there with us was invaluable."
    - Erich K. Forest Park, IL
    Brand(s): Play It Again Sports
  • "My sister and I are both not business people. We love Winmark. We do whatever they say...They hold our hand a lot and we are thankful."
    - Jessica P. Chico, CA
    Brand(s): Play It Again Sports
  • "Play It Again Sports is definitely fun and its a lot more fun to have a partner that really does care and helps along the way."
    - Antwan J. Crofton, MD
    Brand(s): Play It Again Sports
  • "It's really been a rich experience for us to grow and develop the store, but also connect with our staff, our family, and the community outside."
    - Jace and Liz T. Florence, KY
    Brand(s): Play It Again Sports
  • "We really believe that kids find their place in sports and for us, Play It Again Sports really fit our passion and what fuels us as parents and in our community."
    - Scott & Lynne P. Henderson, NV
    Brand(s): Play It Again Sports
  • "We're 100% happy with our decision to purchase our stores and move forward. Looking back, I wouldn't change anything."
    - Rob L. Orleans & Barrhaven, ON
    Brand(s): Play It Again Sports
  • "As long as you the motivation and you have the drive, and are following what they are telling you and doing that, I think anybody with any background can be successful."
    - Mike M. Oshkosh & Appleton, WI
    Brand(s): Play It Again Sports