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Academy Sports appoints three independent directors, expanding board to 12
Academy Sports & Outdoors, Inc.
- Michael Dastugue (former Walmart US CFO), Shannon Hennessy (CEO of Habit Burger), and Clay Johnson (former Yum! Brands CDTO) joined effective Dec 1, 2025.
- Board size increased from 10 to 12; Dastugue named to Audit Committee.
- All three are independent directors with terms expiring at 2028 Annual Meeting.
- Appointments align with Academy's Long Range Plan, adding expertise in digital, AI, finance, and real estate.