Readers' Choice: Kicks N Sticks is a Favorite Sports Store
This Vauxhall store has everything you could ever need for soccer or lacrosse.
When it comes to sporting goods stores, voters love Kicks N Sticks in Vauxhall. The store won handily in our poll this week. Other local stores that garnered votes were were High Gear Cyclery and Sneaker Factory in Millburn and Bill's Army Navy in Short Hills. Kicks N Sticks, which specializes in soccer and lacrosse gear (hence the name), has been around since 1987. It's owned by Larry Martelli and Don Santora. Manager Rich Doherty has worked at the store for more than ten years. In fact, he used to get his sports equipment there when he was young. "I think what makes us successful is our credibility with the customer," said Doherty. "We make people feel comfortable and have a good time." The store draws customers from all over Essex …
Lucinda Mercer
3:18 pm on Monday, April 9, 2012
I picked other because I go to both High Gear Cyclery for my bicycling needs and Sneaker Factory for running shoes, etc. Both are great and if you're even a semi-regular customer, they'll know who you are. more ›