Team Spirit, Accessible Spaces: Exploring Rally House

As someone who loves checking out gear for my favorite sports teams, Rally House is a store that always grabs my attention. Whether you’re looking for college gear, local team merchandise, or accessories to show your spirit, it usually has a solid selection. Recently, my brother and I stopped by a Rally House location to look for a Texas A&M hat for him—but what we found wasn’t just about merchandise. It was about how accessible (or not) the experience was.

Tight Turns and Tighter Aisles

From the moment we entered, it was clear that Rally House is a small store. Most sections were way too tight for my wheelchair to comfortably navigate. Even aisles that looked like they had enough space were still a challenge. My wheelchair kept getting caught on hangers and clothes, making it frustrating to move around without bumping into things.

Friendly Staff, but Overwhelming Layout

One positive was the friendly and helpful staff, who were attentive throughout our visit. But even great customer service couldn’t make up for how overwhelming and cramped the store felt. It was hard to truly browse or enjoy the shopping experience when I had to be constantly cautious about getting stuck or knocking something over.

A Quick Visit

My brother and I were on a mission to find a Texas A&M hat, but unfortunately, we didn’t find one he liked, and given the tight layout, we didn’t feel like hanging around longer to search more. We left shortly after arriving, a bit disappointed by both the selection and the accessibility.

Final Thoughts

Rally House may have a great variety of team gear, but accessibility isn’t one of its strong suits—at least not at this location. With cramped aisles and very little maneuvering room, it’s not the easiest space to navigate as a wheelchair user.

🔴 2 out of 5 rating.

Helpful staff made things slightly better, but overall, it was not a super enjoyable experience.