8-K

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 14, 2014

Hibbett Sports, Inc.

(Exact Name Of Registrant As Specified In Its Charter)

Delaware	000-20969	20-8159608
(State of Incorporation)	(Commission	(IRS Employer
	File Number)	Identification No.)

2700 Milan Court

Birmingham, Alabama  35211

(Address of principal executive offices)

(205) 942-4292

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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□Pre commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02.  Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

The Company released its results of operations for the thirteen-week and fifty-two week periods ended February 1, 2014, in a press release issued on March 14, 2014.

The information in this Item, including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto, shall not be deemed "filed" for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section.  It may be incorporated by reference in another filing under the Exchange Act or Securities Act of 1933 if such subsequent filing specifically references this Form 8-K.

Item 7.01.  Regulation FD Disclosures.

The information contained in Item 2.02 (including disclaimer) is incorporated by reference into this item 7.01.

Item 9.01.  Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit 99.1 is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed to be "filed".

Exhibit No.	Description
99.1	Press Release Dated  March 14, 2014

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

HIBBETT SPORTS, INC.
By:	/s/ Scott J. Bowman
	Scott J. Bowman
	Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

March 14, 2014

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit No.	Description
99.1	Press Release Dated March 14, 2014

EX-99.1

EXHIBIT 99.1

Contact:	Scott J. Bowman
	Senior Vice President &
	Chief Financial Officer
	(205) 942-4292

HIBBETT REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL 2014 RESULTS

·      Comparable Store Sales Increase 1.7% in Fourth Quarter

·      EPS In Line with Prior Guidance

·      Issues Fiscal 2015 Outlook

·      New Wholesaling and Logistics Facility to Open in Second Quarter

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (March 14, 2014) – Hibbett Sports, Inc. (NASDAQ/GS: HIBB), a sporting goods retailer, today announced results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended February 1, 2014.

Fourth Quarter Results

Net sales for the 13-week period ended February 1, 2014, increased 0.2% to $217.8 million compared with $217.4 million for the 14-week period ended February 2, 2013.  Comparable store sales increased 1.7% on a calendar basis (comparable 13-week period).

Gross profit was 35.8% of net sales for the 13-week period ended February 1, 2014, compared with 36.1% for the 14-week period ended February 2, 2013.

Store operating, selling and administrative expenses were 21.7% of net sales for the 13-week period ended February 1, 2014, compared with 20.3% of net sales for the 14-week period ended February 2, 2013.

Net income for the 13-week period ended February 1, 2014, was $16.9 million compared with $19.4 million for the 14-week period ended February 2, 2013.  Earnings per diluted share were $0.64 for the 13-week period ended February 1, 2014, compared with $0.73 for the 14-week period ended February 2, 2013. The 14^th week in Fiscal 2013 added approximately $0.07 in earnings per diluted share to the Fiscal 2013 quarterly and annual results.

Fiscal 2014 Results

Net sales for the 52-week period ended February 1, 2014, increased 4.1% to $852.0 million compared with $818.7 million for the 53-week period ended February 2, 2013.  Comparable store sales increased 1.8% on a calendar basis (comparable 52-week to 52-week period).

Gross profit was 36.3% of net sales for the 52-week period ended February 1, 2014, compared with 36.5% for the 53-week period ended February 2, 2013.

Store operating, selling and administrative expenses were 21.3% of net sales for the 52-week period ended February 1, 2014, compared with 20.8% of net sales for the 53-week period ended February 2, 2013. 

Net income for the 52-week period ended February 1, 2014, was $70.9 million compared with $72.6 million for the 53-week period ended February 2, 2013.  Earnings per diluted share were

$2.70 for the 52-week period ended February 1, 2014, compared with $2.72 for the 53-week period ended February 2, 2013.

Jeff Rosenthal, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, "We were very pleased with sales during the holiday season, although we experienced a significant slowdown in January due to significant weather-related store closures and a less favorable sales impact this year from the college football championship game.  Sales trends improved significantly in February as weather patterns normalized, and we transitioned to our spring assortment.  Looking ahead, we feel confident in our product offering, inventory levels and execution as we progress through this important season.  We also continue to be encouraged by new store unit growth and sales, and look forward to delivering value on our key initiatives in Fiscal 2015."

For the year, Hibbett opened 72 new stores, expanded 14 high performing stores and closed 18 underperforming stores, bringing the store base to 927 in 31 states as of February 1, 2014.

Liquidity and Stock Repurchases

Hibbett ended the fourth quarter of Fiscal 2014 with $66.2 million of available cash and cash equivalents on the consolidated balance sheet, no bank debt outstanding and full availability under its $80.0 million unsecured credit facilities.

During the fourth quarter, the Company repurchased 21,500 shares of common stock for a total expenditure of $1.3 million.  Approximately $229.6 million of the total authorization remained for future stock repurchases as of February 1, 2014.

Fiscal 2015 Outlook

The Company provided the following guidance for Fiscal 2015:

· Earnings per diluted share in the range of $2.78 to $2.98

· Increase in comparable store sales in the low-to-mid single digit range

· Approximately 75 to 80 new stores, 10 to 15 expansions and 15 to 20 closures

· Flat to slightly positive product gross margin rate compared to Fiscal 2014

· An estimated $0.11 per diluted share impact due to the transition to the new wholesaling and logistics facility in April/May, ongoing operational costs after opening, and increased depreciation

· Increase in SG&A expense as a percent of sales due to increased health care costs (estimated $0.02 per diluted share), as well as increases in marketing and IT costs

Investor Conference Call and Simulcast

Hibbett Sports, Inc. will conduct a conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET on Friday, March 14, 2014, to discuss fourth quarter and Fiscal 2014 results.  The number to call for the live interactive teleconference is (212) 231-2921.  A replay of the conference call will be available until March 21, 2014, by dialing (402) 977-9140 and entering the passcode, 21646089.

The Company will also provide an online Web simulcast and rebroadcast of its fourth quarter and Fiscal 2014 conference call.  The live broadcast of Hibbett's quarterly conference call will be available online at www.hibbett.com under Investor Relations, or www.streetevents.com, on March 14, 2014, beginning at 10:00 a.m. ET.  The online replay will follow shortly after the call and be available for replay for one year.

Hibbett Sports, Inc. operates sporting goods stores in small to mid-sized markets, predominately in the South, Southwest, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions of the United States.  The Company's

primary store format is Hibbett Sports, a 5,000-square-foot store located in strip centers and enclosed malls.

A WARNING ABOUT FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS:  Certain matters discussed in this press release are "forward looking statements" as that term is used in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  Forward looking statements address future events, developments or results and typically use words such as believe, anticipate, expect, intend, plan, forecast, guidance, outlook, or estimate.  For example, our forward looking statements include statements regarding store opening, expansion and closing plans, liquidity, sales trends, margin trends, the effects of the transition to the new wholesaling and logistics facility, impact of healthcare costs, earnings per diluted share, comparable store sales, and our growth, execution and productivity expectations.  Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, including economic conditions, industry trends, merchandise trends, vendor relationships, customer demand, and competition.  For a discussion of these factors, as well as others which could affect our business, you should carefully review our Annual Report and other reports filed from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the "Risk Factors," "Business" and "MD&A" sections in our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on April 1, 2013 and in our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q filed on June 10, 2013, September 9, 2013 and December 10, 2013. In light of these risks and uncertainties, the future events, developments or results described by our forward looking statements in this document could turn out to be materially and adversely different from those we discuss or imply.  We are not obligated to release publicly any revisions to any forward looking statements contained in this press release to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this report and you should not expect us to do so.

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HIBBETT SPORTS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
(Dollars in thousands, except per share amounts)
	February 1, 2014		February 2, 2013		February 1, 2014		February 2, 2013
	(13 Weeks)		(14 Weeks)		(52 Weeks)		(53 Weeks)
Net sales	$	217,767	$	217,407	$	851,965	$	818,700
Cost of goods sold, distribution center and store occupancy costs		139,794		138,918		542,700		519,818
Gross profit		77,973		78,489		309,265		298,882
Store operating, selling and administrative expenses		47,277		44,167		181,527		169,872
Depreciation and amortization		3,654		3,416		13,847		13,029
Operating income		27,042		30,906		113,891		115,981
Interest expense, net		46		41		188		168
Income before provision for income taxes		26,996		30,865		113,703		115,813
Provision for income taxes		10,126		11,506		42,826		43,231
Net income	$	16,870	$	19,359	$	70,877	$	72,582
Net income per common share:
Basic earnings per share	$	0.65	$	0.75	$	2.74	$	2.78
Diluted earnings per share	$	0.64	$	0.73	$	2.70	$	2.72
Weighted average shares outstanding:
Basic		25,812		25,848		25,870		26,132
Diluted		26,210		26,359		26,266		26,638

HIBBETT SPORTS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands)
	February 1, 2014		February 2, 2013
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents	$	66,227	$	76,911
Inventories, net		226,545		221,378
Other current assets		30,877		23,325
Total current assets		323,649		321,614
Property and equipment, net		86,014		49,076
Other assets		6,682		6,641
Total assets	$	416,345	$	377,331
Liabilities and Stockholders' Investment
Accounts payable	$	74,532	$	102,021
Short-term capital leases		322		714
Accrued expenses		16,560		15,980
Total current liabilities		91,414		118,715
Non-current liabilities		20,908		19,489
Stockholders' investment		304,023		239,127
Total liabilities and stockholders' investment	$	416,345	$	377,331

HIBBETT SPORTS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Supplemental Information
(Unaudited)
	February 1, 2014			February 2, 2013			February 1, 2014			February 2, 2013
	(13 Weeks)			(14 Weeks)			(52 Weeks)			(53 Weeks)
Sales Information
Total sales increase		0.2	%		14.0	%		4.1	%		11.8	%
Comparable store sales increase (13 and 52 weeks)		1.7	%(1)		4.9	%(2)		1.8	%(1)		6.9	%(2)
Store Count Information
Beginning of period		904			848			873			832
New stores opened		30			27			72			54
Stores closed		(7	)		(2	)		(18	)		(13	)
End of period		927			873			927			873
Stores expanded		2			4			14			13
Estimated square footage at end of period (in thousands)		5,331			5,003
Balance Sheet Information
Average inventory per store	$	244,385		$	253,583
Share Repurchase Program
Shares		21,500			203,662			365,697			903,794
Cost (in thousands)	$	1,324		$	11,008		$	20,095		$	49,852
(1) Represents the increase in comparable store sales for the period ended February 2, 2013 to the period ended February 1, 2014.
(2) As originally reported for the period ended February 2, 2013.

Due to the 53rd week in Fiscal 2013, each quarter in Fiscal 2014 started one week later than the same quarter in Fiscal 2013. The chart below presents comparable store sales for Fiscal 2013 as originally reported and as adjusted to represent the same 13-week period as the Fiscal 2014 quarters.
	Fiscal 2013
	First Quarter			Second Quarter			Third Quarter			Fourth Quarter			Full Year
Comparable store sales increase (originally reported)		11.1	%		4.8	%		6.4	%		4.9	%		6.9	%
Comparable store sales increase (adjusted for week shift)		8.6	%		12.5	%		-0.7	%		4.4	%		6.0	%
Impact of week shift		-2.5	%		7.7	%		-7.1	%		-0.5	%		-0.9	%

END OF EXHIBIT 99.1