In recent years, the landscape of sports media has undergone a transformation, with a new generation of digital platforms making a significant impact. Among these rising stars, one name stands out prominently – Barstool Sports. Founded by Dave Portnoy in 2003 as a small newspaper in Boston, Barstool Sports has evolved into a multimedia powerhouse, attracting a massive following and redefining the way sports and pop culture are covered. 

Barstool Sports began humbly, with Dave Portnoy distributing free sports gambling flyers around Boston in the early 2000s. As his unique voice and humorous perspective garnered attention, the company expanded into a blog. With its unfiltered content and no-holds-barred approach, Barstool quickly gained a dedicated fan base of sports enthusiasts seeking an alternative to traditional sports media.

The blog’s success paved the way for expansion into various forms of media. Barstool Sports quickly capitalized on the social media revolution, particularly Twitter and Instagram, to engage its audience. Short, witty, and often controversial posts resonated with a younger demographic, giving the brand unprecedented traction in the digital realm.

Barstool Sports was an early adopter of the podcasting medium, recognizing its potential to reach audiences on the go. They launched a series of podcasts hosted by Barstool personalities, discussing sports, pop culture, and everything in between. These podcasts became immensely popular, further solidifying Barstool’s position as a leader in the podcasting space.

In recent years, Barstool Sports has expanded its reach by venturing into various businesses, including sports betting, merchandise, and even a pizza review app. They now also have an online merchandise and apparel store, the Barstool Sports Store.

You’ll be able to find t-shirts, hats, hoodies, golf apparel and more at the store along with apparel from your favorite brands.