CBL Properties has secured a major retail tenant for CoolSprings Galleria in Franklin, with DICK'S House of Sport planning to open at the mixed-use destination. The announcement comes as the property prepares for a significant redevelopment following JCPenney's planned closure later this year, creating approximately 50,000 square feet of prime retail space for reimagining.
DICK'S House of Sport represents an evolution in sporting goods retail, moving beyond traditional product display to offer experiential features that appeal to today's consumers. The concept addresses changing retail dynamics in the Nashville region, where shopping centers increasingly compete by offering entertainment and lifestyle experiences alongside traditional shopping.
For CoolSprings Galleria, the addition reinforces its strategy as a destination beyond retail, competing in the competitive Franklin and greater Nashville market. According to CBL Properties, the move strengthens the property's position as a premier mixed-use location combining shopping, dining, and entertainment—a model increasingly important for mall operators navigating post-pandemic consumer behavior.
