Golf Town in U.S. debut with five stores in greater Boston

Toronto -- Canadian golf retailer Golf Town said Thursday it has opened its first five stores in the United States, all located in the greater Boston area.



The $25 million U.S. market expansion includes stores in Avon, Bellingham, Reading, Seekonk and Watertown, Mass., all of which opened on March 24 and total about 100,000 sq. ft. A sixth store is slated to open in Northborough, Mass. in the fall.



Golf Town sells golf apparel and equipment in an interactive environment that features simulators, putting greens and on-site pro shops. It is Canada’s largest golf retailer, operating 52 superstores, averaging 18,000 sq. ft. each, throughout the country.