The longest-running sports store in Balmain Serving the Inner West since 1980 Support local — buy Australian 247 Darling Street, Balmain The longest-running sports store in Balmain Serving the Inner West since 1980 Support local — buy Australian 247 Darling Street, Balmain
Established 1980 · Darling Street, Balmain

World-class
sport in the
heart of the
Inner West.

The Village Sport first opened its doors back in 1980 — right in the middle of Balmain's old "Tiger" territory. Four decades on, we're still the Inner West's go-to shop for footwear, apparel, swimwear and gear.

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45+Years on Darling St
20+World-class brands
1980Year we opened
1Family-run local

In-store departments

Everything for
the way you move.

01

Footwear

Running, training and lifestyle shoes fitted by people who know feet.

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02

Apparel

Performance and everyday sportswear for the whole family.

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03

Swim & Water

Speedo swimwear, goggles, caps and accessories for pool and surf.

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04

Team Sports

Balls, boots and gear for soccer, footy, netball and cricket.

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05

Racquet Sports

Tennis racquets, strings, grips and shoes for the local courts.

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06

Fitness & Gym

Compression, training accessories and everyday essentials.

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The brands on our shelves

Names you trust.

ASICSPumaArchies BrooksSpeedoCrocs Slazenger2XUSketchers

Major brands, fair local prices — and the chance to support an independent Inner West shop while you're at it.

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Our story

Four decades
on Darling Street.

The Village Sport opened way back in 1980, originally sharing a roof with Balmain Disposals in the heart of "Tiger" territory. On 6 August 2000 we made the big move to 247 Darling Street — a shop three times the size — and became a major player in the Inner West's sporting scene.

"Pop in for a browse — or a chat with Brian."

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Come in for a browse.

We're on Darling Street, open seven days. Pop in, say hello, and let us look after your sporting needs.

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