John Reardon knew he could not miss out on saving big bucks on sports gear for his kids at Franklin Sports ’ annual warehouse sale this year.

Not only did the Norwood father hear about the massive sale from his wife, but Reardon’s group chat had also been discussing it the entire week leading up to its first day on Nov. 22.

“We have a dad’s group that has been big about this. Last year, I missed it, and I probably lost a lot of money by not coming here. So this year we were on top of it,” Reardon said. “It’s quite an experience.”

Reardon scored a baseball glove, two snow tubes, several footballs and helmets, 10 practice lacrosse balls, a basketball hoop and pitch bag, all for under $200. He estimates all that equipment would have cost him $200 more, or around $400, if he bought it els

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