The Sports Authority Inc. is one of the industry leaders in providing a range of brand-name sporting goods in the United States. Located in Albany, N.Y., the firm operates over 450 stores in 45 U.S. states under The Sports Authority. It offers an array of products under categories, including fitness, footwear, team sports, golf/racquet, fan shop, outdoors, action sports and games. The firm offers brands that include The North Face, Nike, Under Armour, New Balance and adidas.