In a strategic move into the western United States, Replay Sports Cards will open its first Colorado location this December at The Stanley Marketplace in Denver. The franchised shop will provide a full experience for collectors with opportunities to buy, sell, trade and grade sports cards in a modern retail setting. Alongside traditional hobby offerings, the brand aims to serve as a gathering place for enthusiasts of all ages.
The new store opening builds on the success of the brand’s “Replay Gives Back” initiative, which recently collected over 500,000 trading cards at the Denver Card Show for donation to underprivileged youth. Co-founder Brent Schepel remarked that Denver’s sports culture made the city a natural fit for the brand. “Denver is one of the country’s most passionate sports cities, and we’re thrilled to bring Replay Sports Cards here,” he said.
Co-founder Mike Martin added that the expansion into Colorado reflects the company’s belief that the hobby’s growth is driven by community as much as product. “The energy and excitement around sports cards continues to build, and we see Denver as the perfect home for Replay’s next chapter,” he noted. The brand plans to host live breaks, group events and grading services at the new location to emphasize engagement beyond transactions.
For investors and franchisees, Replay’s Colorado launch represents a timely opportunity. The active-hobby retail segment is gaining momentum, and a concept that fuses retail, community and experience can appeal to both enthusiasts and newcomers. As the hobby market evolves, Replay Sports Cards illustrates how niche franchise models can carve out meaningful space in major metropolitan markets.
