OUR HISTORY

When Bob Zide established Zides Sport Shop in 1958, he wanted to mix his passion for sports with his understanding of athletic business. Bob ‘s experience coordinating YMCA sports leagues and establishing local youth baseball programs, as well as lessons learned during his semi-pro baseball career, gave him an appreciation of the role equipment and safety plays in sports.

During his lifetime, Bob set the standard for sports innovation. Zides was the first team dealer in the country in individually fit helmets and shoulder pads on football players. It was also one of the first companies to establish continual equipment training programs for sales people.