National sporting goods chain Academy Sports + Outdoors opened a new location on Oct. 7 at 2550 Pearland Pkwy., Ste. 100, Pearland. The retail store offers an assortment of hunting fishing and camping equipment and gear along with sports and leisure products, footwear and apparel. The company operates more than 200 stores throughout the south and southwest regions. 281-412-8020. www.academy.com